Here at home, we can expect snags, says Kelsey, who suspects there's a reason no single government agency is rushing to lead the charge.

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In attempting to charge for his content over the internet, Beck is rushing in where gigantic media companies have at times feared to tread, or at least exercised extreme caution in treading.

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