copyright

"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.

A brief introduction to copyright and citing sources.

"The internet makes sharing ideas and communicating easy, and it connects individuals and communities like never before. However, with so much power available to the masses, should people be allowed to say whatever they want? Should there be consequences for spreading hate and harassing others online? This volume explores these and other . . . questions, with full-color photographs, annotated quotes from experts, and . . . sidebars providing a . . . review of the many points of view on these issues. Readers learn about free speech in an increasingly globalized and technologically advanced society, as well as their role in creating online culture"--Provided by publisher.

Provides librarians and educators with the latest information on the copyright laws and legislation currently in use in the United States.

Offers school leaders strategies and suggestions for ensuring their school is copyright compliant, explaining how to set up, assess, and regulate compliance procedures.

A copyright handbook for library and information professionals that covers exceptions or permitted acts, print and electronic materials, licensing solutions, making copies of orphan works, and more.

A comprehensive guide to copyright materials in all media that explains when creative works can be used without permission and without payment and clarifies how to obtain permission to use copyrighted works when necessary.

Discusses intellectual property and digital rights, explaining fair use and copyrights.

In our digital age, online companies such as Google and Amazon are experiencing tremendous growth. The power and influence of these digital companies was demonstrated in September 2017 when Amazon bought the popular organic grocery Whole Foods for a record 13 million dollars.