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Which type of work is protected by copyright law for 70 years after the death of the author or composer?
Which type of work is protected by copyright law for 70 years after the death of the author or composer?
What does design rights protect?
What does design rights protect?
What does a trademark protect?
What does a trademark protect?
Which legislation extended copyright protection to cover computer programs?
Which legislation extended copyright protection to cover computer programs?
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What has the same protection as traditional form assets under the legislation?
What has the same protection as traditional form assets under the legislation?
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Study Notes
Copyright Protection
- Literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works, such as books, plays, music and art, are protected by copyright law for 70 years after the death of the author or composer.
Design Rights
- Design rights protect the shape and appearance of industrial and commercial products, such as furniture, jewelry, and electronic devices.
Trademark Protection
- A trademark protects a sign or symbol that distinguishes a business or product from others, such as brand names, logos, and slogans.
Legislation Extension
- The Copyright (Computer Programs) Regulations 1992 extended copyright protection to cover computer programs.
Traditional Form Assets
- Databases have the same protection as traditional form assets under the legislation.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act (1988) which grants creators control over the use of their original work. This quiz covers the legislation's application to literary, dramatic, musical, artistic, and typographical works, as well as sound recordings and films.
