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Lessig for Congress!!!

Posted on February 15, 2008 by Alvin Trusty

If this pans out, it should mean some exciting things involving technology and politics.  After the death of Congressman Tom Lantos, there is talk that Lawrence Lessig may be interested in filling his seat in the US House of Representatives. … Continue reading →

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Copyright – We are what we eat

Posted on February 13, 2008 by Alvin Trusty

According to a Microsoft survey, most children learn what they know about copyright from their parents.  That must be why only 11% of the 7th to 10th graders surveyed said they had a clear understanding of what was legal and … Continue reading →

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eTech and Copyright

Posted on February 7, 2008 by Alvin Trusty

Thanks to my good friend, John, for pointing out this text on page 11 of the eTech Ohio 2008 conference guide book. Here we have another attempt at making copyright law more than it is.  Copyright law in this country … Continue reading →

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Copyright in 2028

Posted on January 10, 2008 by Alvin Trusty

David Pogue has an article about copyright and the views of different generations.  He poses a list of questions about copying movies or music and asks audience members to raise a hand if the they think the act is wrong. … Continue reading →

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Creative Commons from a professional’s standpoint

Posted on January 9, 2008 by Alvin Trusty

Here’s a different view on Creative Commons from Dan Heller, a professional photographer.  Dan sees the downfall of CC resulting from misuse by the little guy.  Here is the simple example he gives: -A pro photographer places a copyrighted photo on … Continue reading →

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