I must admit I haven't read any deeper, so you may be right. I think, however, that if you combine the rulings over time, you will notice that the spirit of the law, as it is interpreted by the courts is in favor of the copyright owner. And the copyright owners are not in the business of being reasonable.
As Larry Lessig points out, common sense is a rare idea in the practice of law.
As Larry Lessig points out, common sense is a rare idea in the practice of law.