Copyright and Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property Terms

• Copyright refers to the legal rights that creators have over their literary and artistic works.
• Creative Commons is an American non-profit organization that aims to expand the range of creative works available for others to build upon legally and share.
• Fair Use allows the use of copyrighted material without a license, but only for certain purposes.
• Infringement occurs when a law or right is violated.
• Industrial design constitutes the ornamental or aesthetic aspect of an article.
• Intellectual Property refers to creations of the mind, including inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, and symbols, names, and images used in commerce.
• Patent is an exclusive right granted for an invention.
• Plagiarism is the act of using or closely imitating the language and thoughts of another author without authorization, and representing their work as one's own.
• Piracy is the unauthorized reproduction or use of a copyrighted book, recording, television program, patented invention, trademarked product, etc.

Test your knowledge of copyright laws, including creative commons, fair use, infringement, and industrial design. Learn about the rights of creators and how to legally use copyrighted material.