Copyright refers to the legal right of creators to control the use of their original works, such as books, music, alt, and software. Copyright gives creators the exclusive light to reproduce, distribute, and display their works, and it also gives them the light to control how their works are used and adapted by others. Copyright is important because it provides creators with a means of protecting their intellectual property and ensuring that they are properly credited and compensated for their work.
Some of the key principles of
copyright law include:
Originality: Copyright protection is only available for 01iginal works that are fixed in a tangible form, such as a book or a recording.
Ownership: Copyright protection belongs to the creator of a work, unless the creator has transferred their rights to someone else.
Duration: Copyright protection
lasts for a fixed period of me, which varies depending on the type of work and
the country in which it was created.
Fair use: Some uses of
copyrighted works may be allowed without the permission of the copyright
holder, such as for criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship,
or research.
Infringement: Unauthorized use of
a copyrighted work can be considered infringement, and it can result in legal
action and damages.
