Stolen's a strong word. It's copyrighted content that the owner wasn't paid for. So yes.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Stealing is redefined as using copyrighted material without payment, acknowledging the legal and economic reality of digital ownership.
- In plain terms
- Using content without paying is effectively stealing.
- What can you take from it?
- Legal ownership defines what counts as theft.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is access a right or privilege?
- How do we define theft online?
Another view
Equating all unauthorized use with theft ignores fair use and access issues.
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