Memes tagged “intellectual property”

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Good software is not copy-protected

Good software is not copy-protected. That's a somewhat controversial position on a highly controversial subject. Many manufacturers try to discourage "piracy" (wholesale copying) of their software by various protective devices. Fine. The problem is, if the users can't copy all or parts of the program easily within…

Jan 1, 2017 1

copyright
creative commons
intellectual property
software

Ruling in Favor of Google Books

In my view, Google Books provides significant public benefits. It advances the progress of the arts and sciences,while maintaining respectful consideration for the rights of authors and other creative individuals, and without adversely impacting the rights of copyright holders. It has become an invaluable research…

Nov 15, 2013 1 1

fair use
intellectual property