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That's just explaining that copyright does not protect ideas, only the expression of them. So this song I'm humming in my head? No protection. But once I notate it or record myself humming it, that expression is protected. Another way to think about it is the idea of major factions fighting over planets in the future is not protected, but Star Wars is.
What else can I help you with?
What is the difference between owning an image and owning the copyright to an image?
Owning an image or the copyright to an image are the same thing. When you hold the copyright to an image it is yours to do with whatever you will, and you can decide who has permission to use it or not. There is no difference.
Will copyright protect the facts in a biography?
Copyright does not protect facts or ideas, but will protect the expression of them.
How do you protect your idea of a copyright?
Copyright does not protect ideas, only the expression of those ideas.
How do you get a copyright on a new game idea?
Ideas cannot be protected by copyright; only the expression of the ideas.
Can you copyright an idea that i came up with?
Ideas cannot be protected by copyright: only the expression of the ideas.
How easy is it to get a copyright on your ideas material or design?
Ideas cannot be protected by copyright, only the expression of the ideas.
Why is all information is subject to copyright?
Information--that is, straight facts--may not be protected by copyright; the expression of the information is.
Can you copyright your voice?
No, you cannot copyright your voice as it is considered a natural and inherent part of yourself and not a tangible form of expression that can be protected under copyright law.
Does copyright protect an author creative ideas?
No, copyright only protects the creative and original EXPRESSION, not the underlying ideas.
Why does news not enjoy copyright protection?
A simple fact is not sufficiently original to qualify for copyright protection. However, the expression of that fact, for example in a newspaper, is protected by copyright.
Can you put a copyright symbol on anything?
No, you cannot put a copyright symbol on anything. Copyright protection applies only to original works that are fixed in a tangible form of expression.
How do you copyright a name or trademark?
Names, titles, logos, slogans, and common words/phrases are not eligible for copyright protection. You can however copyright a graphical or audio expression of that name provided it meets the criteria for copyright.
