Copyrights

Question 1

What does copyright protect?

Answer 1

The expression of ideas in creative works (books, music, software, films, etc.), not ideas or methods.

Question 2

What are the two types of copyright rights?

Answer 2

Economic rights & moral rights.

Question 3

What do economic rights allow?

Answer 3

Control over reproduction, translation, broadcasting, performance, recording.

Question 4

What do moral rights protect?

Answer 4

The author’s reputation, attribution, and integrity of the work.

Question 5

How long does copyright last in the EU?

Answer 5

70 years after the author’s death.

Question 6

Is registration required for copyright?

Answer 6

No, protection is automatic (Berne Convention).