There are folks who tell you that streaming will protect your content. Here is a link from Maximum PC (a mainstream PC magazine) that gives step-by-step on how to rip movies from streams and save it to your drive:
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/how...rt_flash_video
Keep in mind, that's from mainstream. The hardcore porn surfers, who are looking to rip us off, have known this stuff long before this article was posted. Remember, a lock only keeps out an honest man...it just slows a thief down a bit.
Also, there are mainstream software companies that are making a name for themselves by doing away with their DRM (digital rights management) that inconveniences their legitimate customers. They are making it easier for paying customers to enjoy their content, and focusing on that aspect, and ignoring the piracy aspect....and it's working.