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In the UK, file sharing is legal as long as the content being shared is not copyrighted or the user has permission from the copyright holder. However, sharing copyrighted material without permission is illegal and can lead to legal repercussions, including fines or other penalties. The UK has laws in place, such as the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, to protect intellectual property rights. Users are advised to be cautious and ensure they have the right to share any files they distribute.

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