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His other point is true but the facts are different. If Aaron had gone to the library, scanned 10 books and posted them online it would be different. Maybe a DC
by OGinparadise 14y ago
His other point is true but the facts are different. If Aaron had gone to the library, scanned 10 books and posted them online it would be different. Maybe a DCMA or a lawsuit.
Aaron was accused of breaking into MIT and a few other things. It's just a bad comparison on all levels IMO.
But yeah, having billions at your disposal and a great reputation can do wonders. The Feds cannot outspend you and they it's very hard to vilify you
- pygy_ 14y ago> Aaron was accused of breaking into MIT ... Spurrious accusation, all doors were open. Did you read this article? http://unhandled.com/2013/01/12/the-truth-about-aaron-swartzs-crime/ http://unhandled.com/2013/01/12/the-truth-about-aaron-swartz...
- Karunamon 14y ago>Spurrious accusation, all doors were open. The crime of breaking and entering doesn't require you to defeat physical security.. even pushing open a closed (yet unlocked) door is enough. I agree that the accusation is utter crap, but that's the law.