With so many people coming to internet to make a quick buck there is an increased tendency to copy material from other people or using other people’s articles to build content. the content not only means written material but also images, video and any other media. It may sound an easy thing to do but it is the most dangerous thing that you can do to your business.
It is morally and ethically wrong to copy somebody. You are then impersonating. Moreover copying from other people’s content without permission is a punishable offense under law.
If you are content publishing field it is important that you understand what copyrights and licenses mean.
The Facts About Copyright
Artwork and creative works are intellectual property. They are protected by the Copyright laws which may vary from country to country. The copyright laws are intended to give value to intellectual properties, and prevent other people from stealing.
When you use somebody’s creation without permission you are causing what is known as intellectual property right infringement.
A webmaster may be served notice for IPR infringement, may face legal action and at the same time website may be freezed if you indulge in such actions.
You can read more about copyright here
- Library of Congress Copyright Information
- Copyright Act of 1976/Appended 1994
- What is copyright
- Copyright Clearance Center
- Ten Myths about Copyright
- Find Law – Intellectual Property and Copyright Protection
- Writer’s Digest
- The Plagiarism Resource Site
- Center for the Intellectual Property and Copyright in the Digital
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