4.2. Copyright

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does copyright protect?

   Hint

   Think about the types of creations that come from the mind.

2. 2.

   Who is generally the first owner of a copyrighted work?

   Hint

   Consider the role of the employer in the creation of the work.

3. 3.

   What does copyright primarily protect?

   • Ideas
   • Expressions of ideas
   • Facts

   Hint

   Think about what part of an idea can be copyrighted.

4. 4.

   True or False: Copyright lasts for the life of the creator plus 50 years.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the duration mentioned in your readings.

5. 5.

   Consider a situation where an artist creates a digital painting and one of their friends shares it widely without asking. What are the legal implications for both the artist and the friend?

   Hint

   Reflect on the rights of the creator and the responsibilities of users.

6. 6.

   A company uses copyrighted music in its advertisement without permission. How can the copyright holder respond, and what outcomes can they expect?

   Hint

   Think about legal paths available for copyright violations.