Eircom customers receive warning over file sharing

EIRCOM has warned customers that they risk having their broadband internet connection either suspended or disconnected if they persist in illegal file sharing.

The company yesterday announced that it will implement a protocol, agreed with the Irish Recorded Music Association to combat copyright infringement, which could see offenders having their broadband connection suspended for periods of up to 12 months.

“Eircom is proceeding with the implementation of the protocol which could result in the suspension and ultimately disconnection of broadband service for those customers who deliberately and persistently infringe copyright,” said an Eircom spokesperson.