1.   But the creators and producers of movies, recorded music and computer software warned the Judiciary Committee that an exemption would let access providers ignore online piracy.

2.   Developments in digital technology are outpacing the ability of all copyright-based industries, including music, films and publishing, to protect their assets from online piracy.

3.   If some countries fail to ratify the treaty, online piracy will continue.

4.   An appeals court upheld a ruling against Internet giant America Online that could give the music industry a weapon against online piracy, court officials said Friday.

5.   The recording industry considers the case pivotal in its battle against online piracy.

6.   The recording industry considers this case pivotal in its battle against online piracy.