Universal to offer free music downloads

"The music industry's war against piracy has entered a new phase, with a major recording company deciding to allow free downloads from more than half of its catalogue.

"Universal Music Group has signed a deal with an online service which will allow consumers to legally download artists such as U2, Powderfinger and Jack Johnson.

"But there's a catch: anyone taking up the offer will be forced to listen to 90 seconds of advertising before downloading each song ..."
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