#38unit 2intellectual property rights

Copyright

Protecting original works of authorship.

Unit 2Intellectual Property RightsTopic #38Published

Copyright

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Copyright law protects original forms of expression — writings, art, photographs, music, motion pictures, performances, and computer programs — from being copied by others. It does not protect ideas, only their expression. The fair use doctrine permits limited use of copyrighted material without permission.

  • Define what copyright protects and for how long.
  • Explain the distinction between ideas and expression.
  • Describe the 'look and feel' and merger doctrines.
  • Explain the doctrine of fair use.