EasyList legally forced to remove blocked domain

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barbaz
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EasyList legally forced to remove blocked domain

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*Always* check the changelogs BEFORE updating that important software!
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Doesnt sound good.
I hope that doesnt corrupt filterlists
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Sounds like the argument is that the DMCA forbids you to use an adblocker that could theoretically bypass a paywall.
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Thrawn wrote:Sounds like the argument is that the DMCA forbids you to use an adblocker that could theoretically bypass a paywall.
... with the payment being not giving money, but viewing privacy invasive ads.
*Always* check the changelogs BEFORE updating that important software!
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*Always* check the changelogs BEFORE updating that important software!
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