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The notion of "fair use," which is included in US copyright law as section 107, allows certain limited unlicensed uses in cases such as scholarship and criticism.

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How do you get a Disney copyright permission to quote 2 lines from a film?

To request copyright permission for a Disney property, write to the Permissions Department at the Disney organization. However, there is a 'fair use' doctrine in copyright that permits a limited amount of use without permission. While it is not precisely defined, this is the provision that allows a writer to quote a few lines from a book or movie in a review without seeking permission. Two lines from a film may well be 'fair use' and quoting such a small part of the work would not then require permission of the copyright holder.


All uses of copyrighted content without permission of the owner are considered copyright infringement. TRUE OR FALSE?

FALSE. While using copyrighted content without permission can lead to copyright infringement, there are exceptions, such as fair use, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission for specific purposes like criticism, commentary, education, or research. Each case is assessed based on several factors, including the purpose of use and the amount of content used.


When does the copyright law allow the use of copyright material?

You may use copyright protected material when you are the copyright holder, or when you have permission from the rightsholder or an exemption in the law. The most notable exemption is fair use or fair dealing, which allows certain limited unlicensed uses in situations such as education and commentary.


How many photocopies may be made of copyrighted material?

The number of photocopies that may be made of copyrighted material depends on the specific circumstances and the application of copyright law. In the United States, the "fair use" doctrine allows for limited use of copyrighted material without permission, but there is no strict numerical limit. Generally, making a single copy for personal use or for educational purposes may be acceptable, but making multiple copies or distributing them typically requires permission from the copyright holder. It’s always best to consult copyright guidelines or seek legal advice for specific situations.


How do computer game news sites like IGN or GameSpot get permission to use game graphics like screen shots etc on their sites and do they really ask permission for each image?

That's a prime example of fair use: copyright law allows limited uses like this for purposes such as commentary and criticism.


Does handbrake remove the copyright?

HandBrake is a video conversion tool that allows users to compress and convert video files, but it does not remove copyright protection. While it can be used to convert copyrighted material, doing so without permission from the copyright holder may violate copyright laws. Always ensure you have the right to use and modify any content you work with to avoid legal issues.


What is the section of the copyright laws that allows teachers reporters and researcher to use copyright material?

In the US, section 107 of the law allows certain limited unlicensed uses; it has a longer name, but is usually referred to as "fair use."


How are you affected by copyright?

As creators, copyright allows us to ascribe value to and make money from our hard work. As users, copyright requires us to get permission to do a lot of the things we want, but also increases the variety of materials available to us by encouraging creation.


Do free music sites violate Music Copyright Law?

This is a very contentious issue and depends on the country the music is stored in, the country it is being downloaded in, the relationship the site has with the copyright owners and whether or not a copyright even exists on the music. In many countries it is illegal to host and download copyrighted music to/from the internet without permission from the copyright owner. With permission, a site may be allowed to do so. Napster's original incarnation was shut down for making music downloadable for free without permission from the copyright owners. One way around copyright laws is by downloading music that has been released into the public domain under licenses such as the Creative Commons attribution-non commercial share-alike license which allows the music to be freely copied and manipulated so long as the original author is credited and that it is distributed under the same license.


What are fair use rules?

Fair use is a legal exception to the charge of infringement. It allows the use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes of education, commentary, critique, parody, and news reporting.The four primary factors you need to consider in order to determine "fair use" are...The purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;The nature of the copyrighted work;The amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole; andThe effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work.


What is copyright and how could it affect your work?

Copyright is a set of laws giving the creator of an original work the exclusive right to copy, alter, distribute, or perform/display the work for a certain amount of time, or authorize others to do so. If you are a content creator (writer, composer, sculptor, photographer, etc), copyright allows you to make money from your hard work. If you are a content user (just about everybody else), copyright limits what you can do with others' work without their permission.


What are the top ten rules for copyright protection?

The top ten rules for copyright protection include: 1) Original works of authorship are protected automatically upon creation. 2) Registration with the U.S. Copyright Office enhances protection and facilitates legal action. 3) Copyright does not cover ideas, procedures, or methods, only the expression of those ideas. 4) Fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission under certain conditions. 5) Copyright duration varies, typically lasting the author's lifetime plus 70 years. 6) Exclusive rights include reproduction, distribution, and public performance. 7) Derivative works require permission from the original copyright holder. 8) Copyright can be transferred or licensed. 9) Infringement can lead to legal consequences, including damages. 10) Use of copyrighted material should always be properly attributed when applicable.