Copyright Academic Libraries In Digital Environment

Book Details

• Publisher: Ess Ess Publication
• ISBN: 9788170005469
• Year of Publication: 2008
• Language: English
• Binding: HardBound
• Pages: 175

About the Book

This book discusses the growing importance of copyright law in the modern world of communication and intellectual activity. With the rapid expansion of digital technologies and online information sharing, copyright management has become a major issue in the digital environment. The book explains how different countries have taken various steps to manage copyright protection, although a universally accepted standard for digital copyright management is still lacking.

The volume highlights the important role of Librarians and Information Professionals in protecting the rights of copyright holders. It emphasizes the need for librarians to remain updated with the latest developments in copyright law and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), while ensuring proper implementation during the acquisition and use of documents in libraries. The book also examines controversial areas of the Internet where copyright laws are often ignored and discusses challenges arising from the absence of unified legislation in the digital environment.

The historical development of copyright law has also been explored to show how copyright evolved alongside technological advancements and changing methods of communication and publication. Divided into nine sections, the book provides detailed discussion on copyright issues, digital rights management, online content protection, and legal challenges in the information age.