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Copyrighted material? I don't think they want to make money anymore. Last I heard, the Danish cartoonists were in hiding and wishing they never drew them.
It doesn't matter. If we reproduce something with a copyright without getting permission to do so, they could shut down PF. The link provided earlier will suffice for those who want to see for themselves what the fuss is all about.WarrenPlatts said:Copyrighted material? I don't think they want to make money anymore. Last I heard, the Danish cartoonists were in hiding and wishing they never drew them.
WarrenPlatts said:Copyrighted material is cut and pasted to this forum every day with impunity. You're afraid all right. But I don't think that you think that you're afraid that some Danish newspaper will cross the pond and shut down PF.
Copyright is a legal concept that grants the creator of an original work exclusive rights to that work. It is important because it protects the rights of the creator and allows them to control how their work is used and distributed.
In most cases, any work that is created by someone is automatically copyrighted. This includes books, music, artwork, and even online content. However, it is always best to check and see if the work has a copyright symbol or statement.
No, giving credit does not automatically grant permission to use copyrighted material. In order to use someone else's work, you must obtain their permission or use the work within the boundaries of fair use.
Fair use is a legal principle that allows for the use of copyrighted material without permission from the owner. This typically applies to educational, commentary, or parody purposes. However, the boundaries of fair use are often subjective and should be carefully considered before using someone else's work.
If you are found to have violated copyright laws, you may face legal consequences such as fines or even imprisonment. It is important to always obtain permission or use materials within the boundaries of fair use to avoid copyright infringement.