So, i just got owned ...

[ViRGE]

Originally posted by: FleshLight
Next time use Usenet and IRC.

Apparently, they've been monitoring some IRC networks too. Usenet however is as open as can be; it's not realistically possible to track anyone, nor is it easy to use, so they leave it alone. When the RIAA/MPAA has made P2P synonymous with piracy, and ISPs block BitTorrent, the Newsgroups will still be standing.

PS For anyone who gets one of these letters, do the following: Stop sharing the file in question. You don't have to reply, you don't have to do anything else, you've just been "called", and need to stop sharing the file that the complaint is for.

 

[DaWhim]

Originally posted by: ViRGE

Originally posted by: FleshLight
Next time use Usenet and IRC.

Apparently, they've been monitoring some IRC networks too. Usenet however is as open as can be; it's not realistically possible to track anyone, nor is it easy to use, so they leave it alone. When the RIAA/MPAA has made P2P synonymous with piracy, and ISPs block BitTorrent, the Newsgroups will still be standing.

PS For anyone who gets one of these letters, do the following: Stop sharing the file in question. You don't have to reply, you don't have to do anything else, you've just been "called", and need to stop sharing the file that the complaint is for.

FTP and FXP> all. this is only if you have the source.

 

[Yanagi]

GOt one of those letters form my ISP aswell, No biggie, just stop sharing it (in my case I ran an FTP server), or close it down.

 

[Anubis]

Originally posted by: jtusa4
Any body that uses TWC/Roadrunner ever get one of these? I've always heard that TWC has so far refused to give out info to the MPAA/RIAA about it's users.

i havent and i prob should have by now

 

[Skiguy411]

Originally posted by: ThisIsMatt

Originally posted by: element
Write them a nasty letter telling them if they continue to give out your personal info to the RIAA/MPAA that you'll sue their ass and that you never signed any agreement stating they can.

Don't forget to mention that if they choose to cooperate, you'll supply them with free copywritten material for a month and to stop being jealous of your torrential skillset.

That's actually what I'd do, and I'd sign it by dipping my 12" schlong in ink and pressing it to the paper just so they know I'm hardcore.

LMAO! That one hit the spot!

Thanks!

 

[Allio]

The trick is to use dialup. Nobody suspects the 56ker.

 

[element]

Originally posted by: ThisIsMatt

Originally posted by: element
Write them a nasty letter telling them if they continue to give out your personal info to the RIAA/MPAA that you'll sue their ass and that you never signed any agreement stating they can.

Don't forget to mention that if they choose to cooperate, you'll supply them with free copywritten material for a month and to stop being jealous of your torrential skillset.

That's actually what I'd do, and I'd sign it by dipping my 12" schlong in ink and pressing it to the paper just so they know I'm hardcore.

12" huh? You've got quite an imagination there.

 

[0roo0roo]

Originally posted by: element

Originally posted by: ThisIsMatt

Originally posted by: element
Write them a nasty letter telling them if they continue to give out your personal info to the RIAA/MPAA that you'll sue their ass and that you never signed any agreement stating they can.

Don't forget to mention that if they choose to cooperate, you'll supply them with free copywritten material for a month and to stop being jealous of your torrential skillset.

That's actually what I'd do, and I'd sign it by dipping my 12" schlong in ink and pressing it to the paper just so they know I'm hardcore.

12" huh? You've got quite an imagination there.

he means cm

 

[Carbonadium4]

Originally posted by: Allio
The trick is to use dialup. Nobody suspects the 56ker.

good idea.. if you bond like 28 56k modems, you'll have a better chance..

btw, how much did you actually download ?

 

[timosyy]

They're citing me for that one file

By the way, at the risk of Syringering you all, heres the follow-up:

Dear Subscriber,

Thank you for the reply. Many people are not aware that most file sharing
programs place downloaded files into a 'shared' directory that will allow
others to see and download these files from them. We understand that you were
likely not aware of this. We recommend that users of peer-to-peer networks
disable the 'sharing' feature of their client to avoid future DMCA complaints.
If the materials listed have been removed then everything necessary has been
done. We appreciate your help in resolving this matter. If you have
additional questions, please let us know.

Sincerely,

Cox Customer Security

 

[v3rrv3]

Just curious, were you using PeerGuardian or just BT?

 

[Rookie]

LOL... Cox supports l33ching!!!

 

[Kev]

Originally posted by: timosyy
They're citing me for that one file

By the way, at the risk of Syringering you all, heres the follow-up:

Dear Subscriber,

Thank you for the reply. Many people are not aware that most file sharing
programs place downloaded files into a 'shared' directory that will allow
others to see and download these files from them. We understand that you were
likely not aware of this. We recommend that users of peer-to-peer networks
disable the 'sharing' feature of their client to avoid future DMCA complaints.
If the materials listed have been removed then everything necessary has been
done. We appreciate your help in resolving this matter. If you have
additional questions, please let us know.

Sincerely,

Cox Customer Security

That's hilarious, they're basically saying "if you plan on stealing from the internet in the future, please do it the right way, dumbass."

 

[torpid]

Hm... if you are breaking the law then cable companies certainly are required to provide your personal info if asked to do so by a court. Many also have a policy about file sharing in general to keep on good terms with big brother. I doubt you would need to "sign" anything specific about your personal info. Read your cable contract, I bet there's something in there about copyright infringement.

 

[MercenaryForHire]

Originally posted by: Kev

Originally posted by: timosyy
They're citing me for that one file

By the way, at the risk of Syringering you all, heres the follow-up:

Dear Subscriber,

Thank you for the reply. Many people are not aware that most file sharing
programs place downloaded files into a 'shared' directory that will allow
others to see and download these files from them. We understand that you were
likely not aware of this. We recommend that users of peer-to-peer networks
disable the 'sharing' feature of their client to avoid future DMCA complaints.
If the materials listed have been removed then everything necessary has been
done. We appreciate your help in resolving this matter. If you have
additional questions, please let us know.

Sincerely,

Cox Customer Security

That's hilarious, they're basically saying "if you plan on stealing from the internet in the future, please do it the right way, dumbass."

- M4H

 

[HardcoreRobot]

Originally posted by: timosyy
They're citing me for that one file

By the way, at the risk of Syringering you all, heres the follow-up:

Dear Subscriber,

Thank you for the reply. Many people are not aware that most file sharing
programs place downloaded files into a 'shared' directory that will allow
others to see and download these files from them. We understand that you were
likely not aware of this. We recommend that users of peer-to-peer networks
disable the 'sharing' feature of their client to avoid future DMCA complaints.
If the materials listed have been removed then everything necessary has been
done. We appreciate your help in resolving this matter. If you have
additional questions, please let us know.

Sincerely,

Cox Customer Security

Thank you for the update
COX knows that without pornography and piracy no one would need anything more than a 28.8 . They are just trying to cover their asses and keep RIAA and MPAA off their back.

 

[Mayfriday0529]

Does anyone know if Cablevision which has Optimum online has got any complaints agains there users yet?

 

[FoBoT]

move to Tibet

 

[Doboji]

go here. Protect your privacy!

NOTE TO MODS: I'm not advocating illegally downloading movies, I am simply offering a way to stop prying eyes from viewing private internet activity whether legal or illegal.

-Max

 

[phreakah]

Originally posted by: ThisIsMatt

Originally posted by: element
Write them a nasty letter telling them if they continue to give out your personal info to the RIAA/MPAA that you'll sue their ass and that you never signed any agreement stating they can.

Don't forget to mention that if they choose to cooperate, you'll supply them with free copywritten material for a month and to stop being jealous of your torrential skillset.

That's actually what I'd do, and I'd sign it by dipping my 12" schlong in ink and pressing it to the paper just so they know I'm hardcore.

oh man that's funny stuff...

 

[blakeatwork]

Originally posted by: HoodRich
aww dem laws be after u now!!!!!

Seriously... are you a part of an Extension to Fausto's Introduce the Mentally Handicapped to the Internet??

On topic: Sucks that you got nailed.. Give them a call, tell them you'll delete the offending material, and wait the ten days..

 

[Ticks]

dude, that movie is totally worth owning.

 

[Bigblades]

Just do what my friend did when he got his suspended and borrow some wifi from the apartment next door.

 

[timosyy]

As the email reply states, I'm fine now. No suspension (that i'm aware of), and all is good. Just warned me not to upload stuff =p

 

[Babbles]

Originally posted by: Kev

Originally posted by: timosyy
They're citing me for that one file

By the way, at the risk of Syringering you all, heres the follow-up:

Dear Subscriber,

Thank you for the reply. Many people are not aware that most file sharing
programs place downloaded files into a 'shared' directory that will allow
others to see and download these files from them. We understand that you were
likely not aware of this. We recommend that users of peer-to-peer networks
disable the 'sharing' feature of their client to avoid future DMCA complaints.
If the materials listed have been removed then everything necessary has been
done. We appreciate your help in resolving this matter. If you have
additional questions, please let us know.

Sincerely,

Cox Customer Security

That's hilarious, they're basically saying "if you plan on stealing from the internet in the future, please do it the right way, dumbass."

Hahahaha :laugh:

You actually had me laughing in real life with that.