What are the Basics of the DMCA?

In 1998, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) was signed into law for the purpose of adapting copyright law to a new digital climate. The DMCA consists of five titles. Title I implements the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) treaties. Title II limits the liability of online service providers against copyright infringement if they abide by the safe harbor guidelines. Title III permits copies of computer programs for the purpose of repairing a computer. Title IV contains six miscellaneous provisions which

1) explain and increase the duties of the Copyright Office, 2) exempt digital transmission recordings, 3) facilitate distance education,4) expand the archiving methods allowed by libraries, 5) create an exception for web-casting, and 6) address concerns about the payment of actors, directors and writers when movies are exploited. Title V protects boat hull designs.

For more information, see our blog post, What are the basics of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)?

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