Berman Retreats, But Only To Regroup 231
thefinite writes "It looks like the P2P vigilante bill sponsored by Berman is going to have to be rewritten even just to be considered. A ZDNet story talks about the likelihood that the bill will get anywhere as currently written. Hopefully, the second time around will make it clear that the idea is flawed, not just the text."
Regroup to fight terrorists.... (Score:5, Funny)
Same shit different spin. I doubt they'll be watering it down, just making it more of a general threat than being specific on copyright.
This is like... (Score:4, Funny)
Wait for the movie (Score:5, Funny)
Press relase: "We hope to educate the youth and public of America about the dangers of P2P file sharing- in the fine tradition of propaganda through the ages, the P2P Vigliante, a young, hip, midriff-baring female superhero will deal out justice and vengance to those who would use a P2P network for evil. Which is everyone who uses a P2P network. It's, like, evil and stuff. Anyway, it's on every Tuesday night at 8 (7 Central) on the WB! Excuse me, I have to go do a few lines of coke."
Re:Regroup to fight terrorists.... (Score:5, Funny)
Terrorists could beat out messages on drums and other musical instruments. They could even use this method to co-ordinate attacks.
Music should be banned.
This would also solve all our problems with the RIAA.
The real reason is... (Score:4, Funny)
Hey, Mr. Infringer... (Score:5, Funny)
Re:I'm getting cynical. (Score:5, Funny)
NOT!
The crappy US legislation always seems to find it's way into Canada sooner or later. Worse I can't even vote the people out who are making this stuff up.
Sometimes it truly is like sleeping next to an Elephant. (with bad gas!)
Re:I'm getting cynical. (Score:4, Funny)
Gag me with a taser.
p.s. iplayfasterthanyou [id-nh.com]
What what what? (Score:3, Funny)
Then I realized that it couldn't be true 'cause Batman never retreats.
Okay now that that's over it's time for me to actually read the article. Check for intelligent post later
Re:I'm getting cynical. (Score:3, Funny)
It's our way of getting even for taking Michael J. Fox.
Re:This is a good thing for everyone (Score:3, Funny)
Re:What what what? (Score:4, Funny)
Re:Regroup to fight terrorists.... (Score:2, Funny)
Berman retreats (Score:3, Funny)
Batman! (Score:2, Funny)
Batman Retreats, But Only To Regroup?
"Holy low self-esteem batman! I'm a side kick in my own fantasy!"
Re:What would get passed? (Score:4, Funny)
He probably had to take out the part that said "constitution, smonstitution...."
I think it sounds like a lot of fun (Score:5, Funny)
Instead of throwing lawsuits around just bring in the programmers and attack the networks with technology. This way if you want to create a network all you need is a few great ideas and some determination... As it is p2p programmers must compete against corporations based on how much they can pay a lawyer.
Unfortunately, I suspect doubt p2p programmers will not be allowed to automate counter attacks against attackers...
So basically the idea is crap until that gets changed.
PS. One idea that's related to this is that we could solve minor disagreements between parties by giant robot battles. This would save millions in tax payer dollars.
Re:Hey, Mr. Infringer... (Score:2, Funny)
Re:I'm getting cynical. (Score:1, Funny)
Re:That's just standard negotiation (Score:3, Funny)
middle ground: in order to copy and distribute anything you want, you have to burn down your house and roast your children over the embers.
One of Canada's finest Shakespearean actors ... (Score:3, Funny)
What does ...God...need with a starship?
I ...Am ...KIROK!!!!
Khan!!!
Khannnnnn!!!
Khannnnnnnnnn!!!
Re:Regroup to fight terrorists.... (Score:2, Funny)