Copyright Issues and the Internet


  1. Define the following :

    • Copyright
    • Trademark
    • Patent

  2. Give an example that states how each of the terms above could be used to protect someone's intellectual property.

  3. To what does copyright apply?

  4. What is not protected by copyright?

  5. Who owns the copyright?

  6. Does the author or creator of the material have to do anything to be protected? What is recommended?

  7. How long does copyright last?

  8. What is copyright infringement?

  9. What is "fair dealing?"

  10. If someone posts a photograph on the internet is it protected by copyright laws in Canada?

  11. What is the penalty for violating copyright laws?

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