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Intellectual Property Law and Interactive Media (Digital Formations)

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New tensions may emerge when traditional legal constructs are applied to new technology-induced problems of rights and intellectual property ownership. It is not surprising that many of us--whether producers or consumers of information- are fully confused. The new book by Lamoureaux, Baron and Stewart:, Intellectual Property Law & Interactive Media: Free for a Fee is just what we need!Read review at [...]

Written in an accessible style, this book gives a thoughtful, careful analysis of the intersection between new media and intellectual property rights. The early chapters analyze principles of patent, trademark, copyright and trade secrets, applying those concepts in digital/online worlds. The later chapters offer some thoughts on where do we go from here.

Lamoureux, Baron & Stewart have written for several audiences -- lawyers, communications professionals, librarians, and students -- in a clear and straightforward style. To accompany this work, the authors provide a supplements on a blog, freeforafee.com.

Highly recommended. Useful for many people. Full of insights, tools and ideas.