P2P

File sharing is the sharing of multimedia, documents, e-books, etc. to others in different ways. P2p file sharing, on the other hand, USES peer-to-peer (p2p) networks to distribute and share different kinds of digital media. The p program searches the p2p network for other linked computers to get the destination to which the files are being sent. Users can transfer one or more files from one computer to another through a variety of file transfer systems and other file-sharing networks. For example, Gnutella, a large peer-to-peer network. When the user installs and starts Gnutella, the user's computer becomes the client and server in the network, called GnutellaNet. Gnutella allows network members to share any file type. The program allows individuals to freely exchange information directly with each other without the supervision and restrictions of brokers. In addition, Bearshare is a file-sharing program. Share files with you, your friends, and everyone in the world. Built on Gnutella technology, it provides a simple, easy-to-use interface that combines powerful connections and search engines to enable quick operation of thousands of different files.

Peer-to-peer file sharing makes it easier for users to share resources. In the article "Should Online Scofflaws Be Denied Web Access?" "Refers to illegal copying of digital music, movies, and video games. File sharing makes digital media easier to share, which makes it easier for more people to do illegal things. For example, making pirated DVDs, music, e-books, etc., they will share the pirated products. And the law is vague about such things. It may be immoral but it is not completely illegal. I think, even now, in many places, there are products of piracy. But if the law were to be retroactive, it would be a huge undertaking. In my opinion, modern technology still needs improvement. To ensure the reputation of the legitimate version, we also need to consider those who do not have the financial strength to obtain the legitimate version of the people.

Source：Should Online Scofflaws Be Denied Web Access?" by ERIC PFANNER, The New York Times, April 13, 2009, p. B4. Available athttp://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/13/technology/internet/13iht-piracy13.html