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Is Distributed Computing A Crime?
Ann Harrison, SecurityFocus 2001-12-20

A computer network administrator faces multiple felony charges and years in a Georgia prison for allegedly installing Distributed.net clients without permission. Prosecutors say its justice, others aren't so sure

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Is Distributed Computing A Crime? [a rather misleading title] 2001-12-20
SCZ
root != carte blanche. The school's resources were not McOwen's to commit; the fact that they were idle much of the time is irrelevant. His actions do not appear to warrant a stint in jail, but a fine to cover reparation costs (if proven) seems to be in order if he is convicted....

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