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If using LimeWire for file sharing is illegal should you delete all the LimeWire files from your computer?
Using Limewire is not illegal. Limewire is a P2P file sharing utility. If you share files which are copyrighted and without a licence or permission then that is illegal.
Has anyone been prosecuted for using LimeWire?
It is not illegal for anyone to use Limewire. It is simply illegal to download copyrighted files on Limewire, and the only people who may be charged for this is the original downloader. When other Limewire users download the existing file, it is simply called "file sharing," and it is most definetly not illegal. Soooo....no, no one has been prosecuted for using Limewire-just for downloading coyrighted files on to Limewire. If you aren't copyrighting anything, you have not broken the law, and have simply participated in file sharing.
Can you download songs from LimeWire without it being illegal?
Limewire is a file sharing program. File Sharing for programs and files such as songs and video games, is illegal. No exceptions. However, file sharing for things that can be downloaded off the internet, legally and free such as a freeware game is legal.
Is limewirecom legal?
LimeWire is a legal file-sharing program. Using it to share or download copyrighted files such as music, is illegal and violates the LimeWire Terms of Service.
In which states is LimeWire illegal?
LImeWire is illegal to use in all states.
How do you tell if LimeWire can't download a copyright file?
Limewire can download copyright-protected files, which is one reason why it is so contentious.
Are LimeWire dowloads illegal?
Limewire is not illegal. Limewire is a perfectly legal P2P agent. Downloading certain files may be illegal if they are copyrighted or you do not have permission.
Is using limewire to download songs illegal?
I would say depending of the Song File you are downloading. You could also ask is is illegal to rob a bank.
Is LimeWire illegal in Canada?
Yes. I think it was sometime in June 2010 when the government announced a new law that bans all file sharing sites and programs, including limewire.
Does it cost to download songs from LimeWire to an iPod?
Limewire and file-sharing services are legal. You can download music for free from the service but you should not download copyright protected music, as that is illegal.
Is LimeWire plus illegal?
No. However sharing copyrighted material through Limewire is illegal.
Is illegal to have LimeWire?
no
