Copyright and creativity in the digital economy balancing policy, protection and innovation

Copyright law's history is one of continuous evolution in the face of technological change. But arguably no prior technological change has impacted copyright with a magnitude comparable to the development of the Internet. Never before has there been such widespread and immediate access to such...

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Other Authors: Newman, Matthew, Oliver, Noel
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York Nova Science Publishers 2014
Series:Internet policies and issues
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Summary:Copyright law's history is one of continuous evolution in the face of technological change. But arguably no prior technological change has impacted copyright with a magnitude comparable to the development of the Internet. Never before has there been such widespread and immediate access to such a broad array of creative works; never before have content creators ranging from individuals to large corporations -- been able to reach a global audience so effortlessly and inexpensively; and never before has it been possible for members of the public to create, transform or distribute multiple perfect copies of works seamlessly, without regard to national borders.
Physical Description:ix, 180 pages : 24 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:9781629481890