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Howard Berman: P2P networks represent as much of an opportunity as a threat to copyright creators. P2P represents an efficient method…

On the recordJune 24, 2002
P2P networks represent as much of an opportunity as a threat to copyright creators. P2P represents an efficient method of information transfer, has the potential to greatly reduce the costs associated with server-based distribution systems, and can support a variety of legitimate business models.
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Howard Berman
California

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Berman highlights the dual nature of P2P networks regarding copyright.

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