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Can I use copyrighted material without permission under fair use, public domain, or other exceptions to copyright law?
Fair use is a legal doctrine that permits limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright owner.
Fair use is determined by considering four factors: the purpose and character of the use, the nature of the copyrighted work, the amount and substantiality of the portion used, and the effect of the use on the market for the original work.
Public domain refers to copyrighted works whose copyright terms have expired, making them available for use without permission.
Government works are not eligible for copyright protection and can be used freely by anyone.
Compulsory licenses allow for the use of copyrighted material under certain conditions, such as for educational or religious purposes.
Libraries and archives can reproduce and distribute copyrighted materials for preservation, replacement, or research purposes.
The Copyright Act permits the use of copyrighted materials for performance or display in educational institutions.
Copyrighted nondramatic literary or musical works can be broadcast without permission.
Fair use is an affirmative defense to a claim of copyright infringement, allowing for the use of copyrighted material in certain circumstances.
The purpose and character of the use is the most important factor in determining fair use.
The amount and substantiality of the portion used is also considered in determining fair use.
The effect of the use on the market for the original work is a factor in determining fair use.
The right of sale allows for the resale or lending of copies of copyrighted works that have been purchased.
Section 110 1 of the Copyright Act permits the use of copyrighted resources in the classroom.
Section 110 2 of the Copyright Act allows for the use of copyrighted materials in online teaching.
Derivative works, such as translations or adaptations, can be prepared under certain conditions.
The reproduction of copyrighted material for the purpose of reverse engineering is permitted under certain circumstances.
Libraries and archives are allowed to reproduce and distribute copyrighted materials for preservation and research purposes.
The first sale doctrine allows for the resale or lending of lawfully acquired copyrighted works.
The TEACH Act modified Section 110 of the Copyright Act to allow for the performance and display of copyrighted materials in online education.
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