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Copyrights "protect the writings of an author against copying. Literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works are included." "Copyright protects the form of expression rather than to the subject matter of the writing."

For more information about copyrights please see Copyright Basics at the Library of Congress, Copyright Office's website.

Links to Copyright Websites

Official Sites

Library of Congress, Copyright Office - Administered by the U.S. Copyright Office, this site includes copyright circulars, copyright forms which may be downloaded, and much more. Copyright legislation, both new and pending as well as registration procedures are also discussed.

World Intellectual Property Organization - This United Nations organization is "responsible for the promotion of the protection of intellectual property throughout the world through cooperation among" member countries" and for the administration of various multilateral treaties dealing with the legal and administrative aspects of intellectual property."

Other Copyright Sites of Interest

Copyright & Fair Use - As its title indicates, this site provides information on copyright and fair use. Legislation, treaties, links to other internet sites and an overview of copyright law are presented.

Crash Course in Copyright - For a "crash course" on copyright, take a look at this site provided by the University of Texas.

 

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