Solution to the file-sharing dilemma

[nmskalmn]

In my opinion the approach the RIAA is taking to solve the problems file-sharing has caused their industry is moronic and futile. Sure, some people are cheap and prefer not to pay for CDs. But the low quality of radio programming and the high cost of CDs (or absence of locally available product in the case of American Jpop fans) leaves other consumers with no option but filesharing to hear the music they like. This could be a tremendous and revolutionary business opportunity. But instead of adapting their business model to the times and giving consumers what they want, the RIAA is trying to destroy their market.

Is there a way to ensure that musicians and record companies recieve a fair profit while at the same time giving consumers what they want, i.e. convenient, instant access to an unlimited variety of music in mp3 format and the ability to share that music with their buddies? I'd like to hear your opinions.