Copyright and Open Access

Copyright and Open Access

 This was my second lecture and we learn about the Copyiright.

Definition

The exclusive right given by law to authors, composers or publishers to sell, reproduce or publish a work during a stated period of time to protect their original works for their entire life PLUS 50 years afterwards (i.e. for the benefit of their heirs). When this period expires, works go into the public domain (“copyright free”).

 Copyright protects your original works like artwork, books, computer programs, drawings, films, music, and sound recordings. You may use the symbol © to help you demonstrate that you claim copyright in a particular work, but you do not need to.

 Before you use a copyright work, you’ll need to contact the owner and request permission, also known as ‘licence’ or ‘clearance’.