copyright office Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is the purpose of the copyright office?
A
Protect intellectual property: literature, drama, music, art, software
The copyright office is located on the 4th Floor of Madison, established in 1870.
2
Q
How long does copyright protection last?
A
For the life of the author plus 70 years
3
Q
True or False: There is such a thing as international copyright.
A
False
4
Q
What does copyright not protect?
A
Ideas, procedures, methods, list of ingredients (recipes)
Copyright focuses on the expression of ideas rather than the ideas themselves.
ex: an idea to write a song about the LOC vs. actually writing the song
5
Q
Fill in the blank: Copyright protects intellectual property such as _______.
A
literature, drama, music, art, software
6
Q
When was the copyright office established?
A
1870
