Jury Finds Jammie Thomas Liable for Infringement – Awards $222,000 To RIAA In First Trial Case

Jammie Thomas was found liable for copyright infringement in the nation’s first file-sharing case to go before a jury. Twelve jurors decided that the Minnesota woman, a single mother of two, must pay $9,250 for each of 24 shared songs that were the subject of the lawsuit, amounting to a whopping $222,000 in penalties. After the verdict was read, Thomas with bowed head left the courthouse without comment. The jurors also declined...

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Line 6 Updates Gearbox To Version 3.5 – Adds Models, Plays Nice With Vista

Line 6 has updated GearBox to version 3.5. This new version integrates more successfully with Windows Vista and GuitarPort owners will find that they have access to an expanded set of models. The free GearBox 3.5 download will add 6 mic preamps and 5 bass amps to their existing arsenal of amp models. The single installer includes a complete software package for GuitarPort, TonePort and PODxt devices – including the GearBox...

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