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Copyright is classified as a legally enforced monopoly. So are patents.
Personally I think both have been made overly long in duration and broad in scope. But without some exclusive period I can’t see things like TV shows, movies, books, or games being made with even 1% of the current quality or quantity.
“Finally, my invention of the toilet paper holder is complete. And no, I will not share it with the world, I’ll patient it. After all, I didn’t do it for others, I did it for myself, even if all my needs are already met.”
Copyright is classified as a legally enforced monopoly. So are patents.
Personally I think both have been made overly long in duration and broad in scope. But without some exclusive period I can’t see things like TV shows, movies, books, or games being made with even 1% of the current quality or quantity.
“Finally, my invention of the toilet paper holder is complete. And no, I will not share it with the world, I’ll patient it. After all, I didn’t do it for others, I did it for myself, even if all my needs are already met.”