FHSU Fair Use Handbook 2004

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• What is Intellectual Property?
• Where does Copyright fit into Intellectual Property
• Copyright: What is It?
• Who has copyright protection?
• What is protected by copyright?
• What is not protected by copyright? Can these things be protected in other ways?
• Why should Copyright Law matter to me?
• You mentioned "acting in good faith." What is this?
• How long does copyright protection last?
• What is fair use?
• Are there special laws for digital works?
• What is the DMCA?
• Isn't TEACH just "Fair Use" for the web?
• Are there any digital lawsuits being argued against non-profit organizations?
• How do I getpermission to copy?
• Where do I find easy-to-follow guidelines for educational fair use of copyright?
• What is the Small Webcaster Settlement Act of 2002?
• What are Specific Copyright Laws Governing the Use of Electronic Media?
• Appendix A
• Appendix B

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Last revised: 3 July 2005