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They shouldn't. No one should also be forced to comply with law that requires the impossible to comply.

Abuse by Google is bad, but this is throwing the baby out with the bath water.



It's not impossible. Bookstores do it. Libraries do it.

I just don't understand why OSPs get a free pass while brick and mortar content curators have to obey the law while struggling to pay the bills.


This is more like owner of a noticeboard being liable of things posted there.

Either have a human verify everything nailed (the upload filter) or just remove the noticeboard. Which one will happen?

Libaries and bookstores are more comparable to online shops. I have no qualms for Steam being liable for selling a pirated game. Shops should have verification on products being sold.




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