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To Copy, or Not to Copy; That is the Quandary: An Introduction to Copying under the Copyright Law
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- Jordan Blanke, Computer Information Systems and Law, Mercer University
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| Copyright law has a long and rich tradition in the United States. It has changed greatly, both in scope and duration, over the years. New technologies have repeatedly forced many of these changes. This paper examines the history and purpose of copyright law in this country. It explores the various laws protecting print, video, software, music, Web sites, and other expressive content vital to teaching and education. It discusses recent legislation, such as the Audio Home Recording Act, the Sonny Bono Copyright Term Extension Act, and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, and the ramifications those acts and technology have on copyright law and fair use. It also addresses some recent court cases involving Napster, the Rio, and The Wind Done Gone. |
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