Re: Copyright law and Internet re-mailing lists
- To: i*@rt66.com
- Subject: Re: Copyright law and Internet re-mailing lists
- From: C*@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 24 Dec 1996 07:29:38 -0500
In a message dated 23/12/96 18:38:35, Jane writes:
<< I believe Mike is right on this one. Because there is no limitation
placed on who may subscribe to such a list or who may read/browse such a
list (even without subscribing), it is doubtful that copyright law could
be brought to bear. (Libel still applies, though.)
>>
I'm not sure - letters to newspapers and magazines have equal potential for
dissemination, but remain copyright material.
Anyone on the list know a good lawyer who could give definitve information?
Graham Spencer
croftway@aol.com