Other very big distinction: the unauthorized user of the copyrighted work is making money out of it.
Most "internet vigilantes" support free exchange of copyrighted works between individuals, not companies taking your stuff and making money with it.
Most "internet vigilantes" support free exchange of copyrighted works between individuals, not companies taking your stuff and making money with it.
It's right that the final pirate is not making money... but the pirate in the middle is.