> >From what I understand (I am writing a major paper on Intellectual Property > Protection right now, the Joy of being a student) the creator of the data > has the direct right under Title 17 and the DMCA to determine how the data > will be used (hence expiring CDR's and DRM).
This is incorrect as far as title 17 goes, copyright only gives control over making copies and public performance, there must be a contract for any additional restrictions. See http://www.theyscrewedusagain.com if you want some good info for your paper. I would suggest you take a look specifically at the quote from the 1908 congress that extended copyright law to cover music as well, pretty interesting stuff. http://www.theyscrewedusagain.com/copyrightact1909.htm Geo. _______________________________________________ Full-Disclosure - We believe in it. Charter: http://lists.grok.org.uk/full-disclosure-charter.html Hosted and sponsored by Secunia - http://secunia.com/
