The Impact and Ethics of Illegal Music Downloads: a Contemporary Dilemma
Words: 688 1286Since the late 1990s, when digital music sharing first emerged, the issue of illegal music downloads has generated controversy. It has changed the way that music is distributed, enjoyed, and consumed. Although users may locate unauthorised downloads convenient, there are important moral, legal, and financial issues associated with this practice that call for further investigation. The growth of the internet and digital technologies has democratized access to music, enabling anybody with an internet connection to download and distribute songs for […]