Discussion Post
• What do each of these terms refer to: copyright, patent, trademark, trade secret?
• Why is intellectual property entitled to legal protection?
• Why did copyright laws become stricter and more punishing in the late 20th century?
• What is the Fair Use doctrine?
• Make an argument for legalizing the copying of music or software.
• Do I or don't I own the books on my Kindle? If I own them, why can't I transfer them? If I don't own them, what is my legal right to them?
• What was the 1984 Sony Supreme Court case about?
• Was Napster responsible for the actions of its users?
• Why did the court find in favor of Diamond in the Rio case?
• What is Digital Rights Management?
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.