Question

Most people probably wouldn't think twice about making a copy of their favorite song for a friend, even though their friend didn't buy the song. This represents a shift in behavior by consumers. Consider that you would probably not consider walking into a store and stealing a copy of a CD for a friend. Certainly there are differences between these actions, but one end result is the same: the musicians who wrote the music were not paid for their work.

What do you think are the major factors that contribute to people making copies of music?

Answer 1

There are several factors why people copy music instead of buying them. Here are 10 of them:

1. They don't want to pay for it.

2. They can't afford it.

3. The song is not available in their region.

4. The song gets delayed in their country.

5. It is difficult to purchase the song.

6. They want to listen to the song only once

7. The creators have enough money already.

8. The creators have already earned enough.

9. Because others are doing it.

10. They don't know they are pirates.