hi matthew, are you related to me?
this scheme is not valid as far as a court is concerned. at least that
is what i have heard from the copyright office. i think it was in the
section 'common misunderstandings of copyrights' or something.
pete
Matthew D Moss wrote:
>
> One scheme I recall hearing to use as proof of date is the following. Take
> the copyrighted work, place it in an envelope, seal it, and mail it to
> yourself. When you receive it back, DO NOT OPEN IT. The cancellation on
> the stamp contains the date and year.
>
> I don't know if would hold up in a court, but it seems reasonable precaution
> if it matters that much to you. I would also guess you could mail yourself
> a floppy disk containing source code (rather than reams of printouts).
>
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