Abstract :
The law suit against Napster Inc. may affect the development of peer-to-peer technology for years to come. In this paper, the author describes how, playing a pivotal role in the case is electrical engineer A.J. Nichols: appointed by the court as a neutral expert, he is the judge´s sole nonpartisan advisor on the technical questions raised
Keywords :
audio signal processing; entertainment; hobby computing; legislation; music; A.J. Nichols; Napster; digital music legislation; electrical engineer; judicial advice; neutral expert; Cities and towns; Engineering profession; Helium; IEEE members; Java; Motion pictures; Neck; Peer to peer computing; Publishing; Testing;
