"Napster: The Music Revolution 25 Years Ago"

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Napster, launched 25 years ago by Shawn Fanning and Sean Parker, revolutionized the music industry by enabling free file sharing, which led to widespread online piracy. Despite its short-lived initial run due to legal battles with the recording industry, Napster's influence paved the way for modern music streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music. Today, Napster operates as a subscription service, though it remains a minor player compared to its competitors.
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