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I doubt file sharing is hurting the film/TV industry as much as they like to say it is.

Of the hundred or so folks in my social circle, only 1 or 2 have any clue about torrents, much less have the inclination to download and watch tv on their computer. Without a multi media device to view the .avi's on a real tv, torrents are almost useless, unless you have a very comfortable computer chair and a huge screen.

Searching out a reliable source, downloading the show for an hour or two, transferring it to a multi media device (or streaming it for those in the know) and then ultimately watching it takes dedication and a strong desire not to pay for premium tv. A vast minority of tv watchers will put up with that much effort. Actually goes against what most people watch tv for - relaxation.

Most of the network shows are available for free on sites owned by the networks.

If the industry is struggling. I am betting that it is because of the crappy content causing viewers to find other things to occupy their free time. I, for one, rarely watch network TV since every show is the same crap. Its either cops, docs, sports or fake reality shows.

The premium tv shows are much better. 95-99% of the folks I know all pay for premium tv.