Libraries do have a special place in copyright law. But in addition, they are affected by the fact that borrowers aren't buyers. Many magazines and journals have two subscription rates. The rate for institutions (e.g., libraries) is often three or four times the rate for individuals. This is to balance the added exposure (important for getting advertising money) against the lost subscriptions.
Devon, you lament that lacemakers are getting too uptight about copyright. In this respect, we are not following the crowd and demanding higher subscription rates for groups and libraries. Robin P. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA http://www.pittsburghlace.8m.com/ - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
