Comment by AnIrishDuck

2 years ago

> This isn't because of the organization size, and doesn't apply to copyright, which is handled by the DMCA.

Ok, I'll rephrase: the clarity of its mechanisms and protections benefits small and large organizations alike.

My understanding is that it no longer applies to copyright because the DMCA and specifically OCILLA [1] supersede it. I admit I am not an expert here.

> Which is the problem. It should be unambiguously legal.

I have conflicting opinions on this point. I will say that I am not sure if I disagree or agree, for whatever that is worth.

> But the DMCA takedown process wouldn't be the correct tool to use even if youtube-dl was unquestionably illegal

This is totally fair. I also am not a fan of the DMCA and takedown processes, and think those should be held as a negative model for any future legislation.

I'd prefer for anything new to have clear guidelines and strong protections like Section 230 of the CDA (immunity from liability within clear boundaries) than like the OCILLA.