Electronic information management and intellectual property rights

Abstract

The paper examines the concept of "digital is different" or not as the case may be and how and if digital publications are different from their paper counterparts. The concept of copyright in a digital age is explored and various different interpretations of the concept and its application discussed. The linguistic problems of using words from a paper-based environment will be considered and such basic words as "copyright ", "copy", "author", "publisher" and "user" are

Beyond fair use

“…Many aspects of the doctrine have been discussed such as its lack of definition (Masango, 2005), the confusion surrounding its practice (Thatcher, 2006;Horowitz, 2005), its relevance to intellectual property (IP) such as patents and trademarks (Cornish, 2005;Landau 2005 (Parasidis, 2005;Marcus, 2008). Yet, the literature falls short on providing a clear framework for proper care and use of the Fair Use doctrine in academic contexts.…”

“…(p. 120). Similarly, Cornish (2005) stated "The future is certainly challenging as both law and technology develop. Similarly, as users become more aware of the possibilities of information delivery their expectations will change and fundamentally alter attitudes to intellectual property in a world where every user may well become an owner."…”

“…Some of the concepts he raised in his work included moral and economic rights. Cornish (2005) associated the former with the author's name recognition in relevance to the creative work and the latter comprised the monetary benefits the creator of the IP may reap. But still, none of the contributions ASHE (2008), Cornish, and Harris (2004) have added has provided any guidelines for ethical and legal use of copyrights.…”

“…The same social, economic, and legal conditions were echoed by Cornish (2005). He, too, was uncertain about how to handle the challenge of balancing creativity, copyrights, and Fair Use.…”

“…Similar to Varian (2005), Cornish (2005) is interested in the legalities associated with "promoting and protecting copyrights" (p. 67). He noted that finding a solution was imperative and it would take a huge effort, but he did not offer that particular solution.…”