Shawn Fanning

Computer Programmer - Founded Napster

Shawn Fanning - Computer Programmer - Founded Napster
Born

November 22nd, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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A computer programmer and businessman, co-founded Napster, a pioneering peer-to-peer file sharing network that revolutionized the music industry. Napster allowed users to share and download music without authorization from copyright holders, leading to significant changes in how music was distributed and consumed. This venture sparked numerous legal battles regarding copyright infringement and reshaped the landscape of digital music. Later, Fanning engaged in various entrepreneurial efforts, including founding companies focused on social networking and online communications.

Co-founded Napster in 1999

Facilitated the sharing of digital music

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