I think Napster is probably on its deathbed unless the music industry plaintiffs decide that it's worthwhile to settle with Napster.

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There are already some critics who say this bill is a good idea but it may not go far enough. The bill gives the [Federal Trade Commission] the authority to enforce this law, but it does not give users like you and me the right to sue.

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Even if Napster goes away, file-swapping on the Internet will not go away, ... So the base of 50 to 60 million users, and because Napster has a significant brand recognition, the music industry may ultimately decide that this is the industry player that we need to do business with.

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