P2P

File sharing is the practice of sharing or offering access to digital information or resources , which may include documents, multimedia, graphics, computer programs images, or e-books. Through file sharing, one can access or transmit data from one computer to another. A major reason for why people do this is to give others access to a file in order to allow them to work on it, regardless of their location. This way, people may work on a file from a remote location rather than being there in person next to the file creator. P2P file sharing stands for peer to peer file sharing, and allows individuals to access media files using a software program that searches and locates computers that have a file that is desired. Essentially, P2P file sharing allows users to share files through an online software network. P2P file sharing is incredibly beneficial when it comes to multimedia elements such as movies or music. In the article "Content Producers Should Use P2P, Not Fear It," they argue that P2P file sharing is extremely helpful in drawing the attention and huge audience that is needed. Although P2P file sharing may cut revenues generated by the movie, by releasing it online through P2P file sharing, there is more widespread attention and people are more encouraged or motivated to donate money, which is another cash flow to the movie rather than revenues generated by selling the movie. In this method, P2P file sharing is helping both people who watch movies and the producers.

Take Advantage of P2P – not fear it by Jamie King, New Media Age. London: Nov 22, 2007. pg. 19.https://econsultancy.com/nma-archive/56421-content-producers-should-take-advantage-of-p2p-not-fear-it