Music downloading is legal, as long as you obtain it from legal sources.
The risk of file-sharing:
Topic of FTC Consumer Alert
Risks of Online File Sharing
The Federal Trade Commission has issued a Consumer Alert, "File-Sharing: A Fair Share? Maybe Not," that warns consumers about a number of risks associated with file-sharing. Computer users who share files online have access to a wealth of information including music, games, and software. Users simply download special software that connects the computer to an informal network of other computers running the same software. Millions of users could be connected to each other through this software at one time. The software often is free and easily accessible. The alert, available at www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/alerts/alt128.shtm, points out that: * when consumers are connected to file-sharing programs, they may unknowingly allow others to copy private files they never intended to share;
* consumers may download material that is protected by the copyright laws and find themselves mired in legal issues;
* consumers may download a virus or facilitate a security breach; or
* consumers may unwittingly download pornography labeled as something else. The alert lists suggestions to assist consumers to secure the personal information stored on their computers when using file-sharing software: * Set up the file-sharing software very carefully, checking all the proper settings so only intended files are shared.
* Be aware of spyware, software that monitors browsing habits and sends the data to third parties.
* Make sure to close the connection after using the software.
* Use and update anti-virus software regularly to protect computers from viruses consumers might pick up from other users.
* Talk with family members about file-sharing and the security risks associated with it. Children may unintentionally download pornography or other material parents may think is inappropriate for them. To order copies of this or other FTC Consumer Alerts, visit www.ftc.gov/bcp/online/pubs/bulkordr.htm. The FTC works for the consumer to prevent fraudulent, deceptive, and unfair business practices in the marketplace and to provide information to help consumers spot, stop, and avoid them. To file a complaint, or to get free information on consumer issues, visit www.ftc.gov or call toll-free, 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357); TTY: 1-866-653-4261. The FTC enters internet, telemarketing, identity theft, and other fraud-related complaints into Consumer Sentinel, a secure online database available for hundreds of civil and criminal law enforcement agencies in the U.S. and abroad. ; Media Contact: : Office of Public Affairs
202-326-2180 source: http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2003/08/filesharing.shtm
Downloading music is not and should not be illegal. Music downloads should be legal as long as they are paid for.
Yes, it is legal. I do it all the time.
No, using blubster is not legal. It is a file-sharing program that features free torrent downloads for music and movies.
The music downloads are legal if download from legal sites where you will probably have to pay a nominal amount.The music downloads using torrents or from forums are illegal
Downloading music for personal use should not be illegal, but it usually depends where you downloaded from or what site
no p2p downloading is legal, downloading someone else purchased CDs is legal. Legal downloading is when you purchase the music but, remember just because you have purchased the music does not mean you can share it. Off the air recordings from the radio, TV is legal providing you do not sell them. Recording movies or music from cable is legal also providing you do not sell them. Can you share the movies and music you record from cable, the answer is yes. Is it legal to record off the internet from a radio station, I would believe that it would be but not yet approved or not approved.
It depends on the website and who the person is? If you know the person and if they're okay with you downloading it then it should be legal.
No, downloading music via a program such as LimeWire is not legal. It is not legal to obtain music unless you have paid for it due to copyright infringement.
Yes, it is legal. I do it all the time.
Depends on what you mean by "free music." If the music is free because you're not supposed to pay for it, then downloading it to your phone is probably legal. If the music is free because you're not paying for it, then whether or not downloading it to your phone is legal depends on whether or not you're supposed to pay for it.
No, using blubster is not legal. It is a file-sharing program that features free torrent downloads for music and movies.
because it isn't paid for.
yes
Downloading music from internet ISN'T legal,so,the're are not 'legal sites' .
Frostwire
limewire is illegal when downloading music
Not if it is purchased or if it is provided by a licensed site. Programs like iTunes allow you to pay for downloading your music... that is legal.
it may come with copyright laws