piracy (copyright)

Find out what piracy is, its history and how to avoid it.

"When most people think of pirates, they think of buccaneers sailing the seas in search of treasure. However, piracy has changed over time, and many of today's . . . pirates work behind computer screens. Readers will . . . look at the history of piracy--from the legendary Blackbeard to the pirates who still hijack ships today, as well as the kinds of piracy unique to the digital age. . . . [includes] relevant primary sources, annotated quotes, detailed sidebars, and a thoroughly researched timeline of piracy"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to understanding digital piracy, covering the evolution of digital piracy, the law, the future of digital content, and more.

Discusses the positive and negative aspects of sharing computer files and the legal issues involved, with information on copyright and fair use laws.

Presents a collection of primary sources and case studies relating to Internet freedom addressing such issues as the safety of shopping online and chat rooms.

An exploration of digital piracy, covering intellectual property, copyright law, management of digital piracy, related problems, the use and protection of online resources, and more.

Examines the controversies and court cases related to Internet piracy and explains how the easy availability of intellectual property, including books, movies, and music, have given rise to arguments over the protection and payment of those who create art.

Explores the laws and controversies surrounding music downloading, discussing lawsuits against downloaders, the restrictions of DRM, and differing opinions within the music industry.

Presents a series of critical essays that address the controversial issues of Internet piracy, music and online file sharing, government regulations, and the music industry's ongoing lawsuits.

Explores the issue of internet piracy, how it works, and what individuals and companies are doing to stop it.