The Digital Millenium Copyright Act (DMCA) In simple terms, downloading a commercial song or movie you didn't pay for onto your computer, or uploading one that you did pay for to a network that allows other people to access it, is illegal unless the copyright owner explicitly allows this activity. Copyright law is complicated and its interpretation is sometimes controversial. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement. These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). This includes downloading of copyrighted material such as songs and movies. The copyright law of the United States governs the making of photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted material regardless of the format of that material.
Illegal music and film downloads can result in legal action against you.Downloading music may be hazardous to your computer.Actions against violators of copyright by many organizations, including the Recording Industry Artists Association (RIAA) and the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), have made it imperative that everyone understand the risks of sharing music and movies with others. This document provides an overview of Grinnell College's policies and procedures governing music and movie sharing and how we deal with alleged violations.
Your Responsibilities at Grinnell College with Respect to Copyright Law
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