I received the below message from my ISP (Spectrum, a div. of Time-Warner).
It's possible -- ahem -- that my account may have been used for "Torrenting".
The more important question is this:
I mostly use std. (non-Torrent) file-sharing hosts ... and have so for over a decade, all with the same provider. And I simply use my browser to download (no peer-to-peer or Jdownloader, etc.). I assume that is a safe, non-flaggable method of FSing?
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Dear Spectrum Internet Customer:
It has been brought to our attention that your Spectrum Internet service was recently used to improperly copy or share copyrighted content such as music, movies, video or software using Peer-to-Peer or Torrenting software.
As an In ternet Service Provider, Spectrum is obligated to comply with copyright laws, as expressly stated in our Acceptable Use Policy (AUP): Spectrum.com/reziaup. By using Spectrum service, you agreed to this AUP. It is possible that this activity has occurred without your permission or knowledge by a minor who may not fully understand copyright laws, by an unauthorized user, or even as a result of a computer virus. We encourage you to install Spectrum Security Suite software to help prevent viruses. Security Suite is included free of charge with your Spectrum Internet service. To download Security Suite on your computer, visit Spectrum. net/security.
Please take immediate action to stop this unauthorized activity. Repeated violation of Spectrumsinglequotedelims AUP may result in remedial action, up to and including suspension of your Spectrum Internet service and loss of any discounts and promotional rate related to your service.
You can request the notice we received from the owner of copyrighted content at https://notices.spectrum.com. You will be prompted to give your account number and the reference number listed at the top of this letter.
If you believe that the notice you have received is in error, or the activities that are complained of are not copyright violations, you may submit a counter-notification. Visit Spectrum.net/DMCA to learn more about how to submit a counter-notification.
We have not shared any information about you with the copyrighted content owner, nor will we unless we receive a subpoena or are otherwise required to do so by law - or if you choose to file a counter-notification.
You can learn more about this alert and copyright violation by calling 1-855-222-7342, Monday through Sunday, 6 AM - 9 PM (MT).
Sincerely,
Spectrum Customer Security Operations Center
Spectrum.net/security
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