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What is copyright?
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What does that mean to me?
What kinds of things does copyright apply to?
BUT,
Does
copyright expire?
YES!
How will I know if something is copyrighted?
As soon as something is captured in a fixed format such as writing or an image, it is protected by copyright – no registration or symbol is needed.
All sorts of things!
Usually you will see the familiar copyright symbol or a copyright statement on the work
IF IT IS NOT THERE, DO NOT ASSUME IT'S FREE TO USE
For example:
•books
•movies and TV series
•computer software
•music
•photographs
•graphics
•web pages
•works of art
•educational materials
including texts and tests
50 years after the author's death
For books, music and artworks
50 years after publication
For sound recordings, photographs, films and computer programs, anonymous works and government works
what is copyright?
DEFINITION:
Copyright is a set of legal rights given to the creator of an original work.
This includes the right to copy, distribute, perform and display the work in public.
What will happen to
me if I break copyright law?
1. You will face criminal charges.
Only the
owner of the copyright to the material (not necessarily the creator of the work) has the right to distribute the work.
Anyone else (like you) who wants to reuse the work has to obtain permission from
the owner.
For a conviction you could get:
- A fine of up to R5000 per infringement (i.e. per CD copied or song downloaded).
- A prison sentence of up to 3 years.
2.You may face civil charges.
The copyright owner may sue you for damages related to loss of income caused by the infringement.
3. You will face disciplinary action
Where can I find out more?
NOTE:
In addition to the above, if the infringement happens at UCT, disciplinary procedures will be followed.
Most people are unaware
of the law and of their responsibilities.
Check for the copyright symbol or statement, and if you don't find them, contact the creator
of the work to request permission to use it.
Keep an eye on the ICTS Facebook page for more information over the coming months
You can also visit our website www.icts.uct.ac.za | About ICTS | UCT respects copyright