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Site includes a FAQ about the initiative.
Aimster is similar to Napster in that it allows users to share files, including copyright-protected music files. Aimster has said that the RIAA recently sent it a letter demanding that it block file sharing of copyrighted material in the same way Napster does. Aimster has equated the blocking of encrypted messages on its network with the idea of FedEx opening packages to see whether the contents violate copyright protections. Instead, Aimster is an instant-messaging technology that piggybacks on other messaging services, like AOL's Instant Messenger and MSN Messenger. Aimster says its 4.2 million users are able to swap files with people who are on their buddy lists, creating tiny private networks.