The EFF has updated its report on the "unintended consequences" of the DMCA, citing numerous examples of the law's chilling effect on speech and innovation. With seven years of experience, when does unintended become intended?
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April 13, 2006
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Canadian Effect
Is the DMCA in effect in Canada?
RE: Canadian Effect
No but the copyright cartels are lobbying hard to have a similar law in Canada.