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Actually, a library is a specific legal context that does allow it to do many things similar to what you're describing. It can't steal movies for archiving, but
by ticmasta 7y ago
Actually, a library is a specific legal context that does allow it to do many things similar to what you're describing. It can't steal movies for archiving, but it certainly can purchase and share legally procured copies. Digital sharing is an admittedly more complex minefield...
- pbhjpbhj 7y agoIn USA. I assume that's where you're talking about. In UK certain libraries can archive (British Library) following a recent change in the law, IIRC. People wanting to access the archive may only do so by physically visiting the library. AFAICT archive.org are flouting copyright law around the World already, they should continue to be cautious about assuming rights IMO.
- kevin_thibedeau 7y agoArchive.org is an accredited library.
- pbhjpbhj 7y agoYep, that works for USA law AFAIR, but USA Fair Use is exceptionally liberal compared to other copyright regimes.
- aidenn0 7y agoWhile libraries do have special protections, sharing legally procured physical copies is more broadly protected due to the first-sale doctrine. However, libraries do have an exemption to the ban on renting music recordings (after the broad availability of audio cassette recorders, congress made renting music illegal, but libraries and schools can still loan them out).