I read this in the economist this morning. It really does provide some great food for thought.
http://www.economist.com/opinion/dis...ry_id=14845177
Well worth the read.
Here is the summation for those who don't want to read the whole article.
All of this offers a lesson for other types of media, such as films and video games. Piracy thrives because it satisfies an unmet demand. The best way to discourage it is to offer a diverse range of attractive, legal alternatives. The music industry has taken a decade to work this out, but it has now done so. Other industries should benefit from its experience?and follow its example.