The concept of peer-to-peer file sharing dates back to the early 2000s, with the launch of platforms like Napster and Kazaa. These early services allowed users to share and download files directly from one another, bypassing traditional distribution channels. As the internet evolved, so did the technology behind P2P file sharing. The development of BitTorrent, a decentralized protocol for sharing large files, further accelerated the growth of torrent-based file sharing.
The widespread use of torrents and illicit streaming services has significant implications for the entertainment industry:
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