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Another type of intellectual property that can be legally protected is creative or artistic work. A copyright protects an original work of art from being copied. This includes art, music, lyrics, dance, books, video games and plays. The copyright gives the creator the right to sell his or her work, and no one may reproduce or distribute the copyrighted material unless permission is granted by the owner.

When you rent a video, it comes with an FBI warning that says that the video you are watching is copyrighted. You are not allowed to make a copy of it without authorization. Check the terms of use on your music CDs, your video games, and your computer software. You may be able to legally make a backup copy for yourself but may not make copies to share with your friends or family. However, "fair use" allows limited permission for the user to duplicate the material. This applies to news reporters, commentators, and teachers. Teachers may make a class set of copies of copyrighted work to use with the class.

Copyrighted materials can be transferred or sold but only with a written contract or agreement from the owner. Copyrighted work is protected for 70 years after the creator's death and is registerd with the Copyright Office of the Library of Congress.

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