Several posts here are also not making a distinction between copyright and trademark, and the laws differ according to jurisdiction in this regard also.

The questions surrounding copyright do bring up moral and ethical considerations, and I personally am in favor of a less rigid application.

However, regardless of how you feel about the issues, it is surely in the best interest of US residents to follow US laws, unless it is their intention to use the courts to challenge such laws.

It's absolutely not a good idea for someone who wishes to sell content to disregard the laws of their jurisdication as this can get them in a heap of legal trouble.

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