FLUXLIST: Napster/ArtsJournalArticle/ArtistsRights

[Patricia]

Hi all,

I'm interested in thoughts out there about Napster.  I downloaded
it just to check it out yesterday, the download actually asked me
if I wanted to upload all of the MP3 files on my hard drive!!

While I don't like paying high cd prices, what appears to be a
tempting free buffet at Napster, seems to me to be a HUGE ripoff
of artists' rights.  I would be outraged at others taking my work
without my permission and sharing it.  Let alone the loss of
income.

I'm interested in opinions on this.

Best,
PK