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    6 hours ago

    Because it’s not—by definition—stealing?

    Theft is the taking of another person’s personal property with the intent of depriving that person of the use of their property. Also referred to as larceny.

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    Digital piracy is:

    • Copying, not taking.
    • Not affecting personal property.
    • Not depriving the creator of their property.