Pirates are individuals who engage in robbery or criminal violence at sea. Historically, they targeted merchant vessels for treasure and cargo, often operating under a code of conduct. Today, the term also applies to digital copyright infringers. Maritime pirates threaten shipping companies and global trade, while law enforcement and naval forces work to combat them.
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