Asked by Jazmin Blanco Ferrufino on May 09, 2024
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An Internet service provider that terminates subscribers who infringe copyrights can qualify for a "safe harbor" under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Digital Millennium Copyright Act
U.S. law enacted in 1998, designed to address copyright challenges in the digital age, protecting intellectual property while accommodating fair use.
Safe Harbor
Legal provisions that offer protection from liability or penalty under specific situations or when certain conditions are met.
Internet Service Provider
A company that provides customers with access to the Internet, along with related services such as website building and hosting.
- Understand the legal implications associated with sharing files, sampling digitally, and infringing upon copyright protections.
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Frank UriasMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
Under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), an Internet service provider (ISP) can qualify for a "safe harbor" from liability for copyright infringement by its users if it follows certain procedures, including terminating the accounts of repeat infringers.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the legal implications associated with sharing files, sampling digitally, and infringing upon copyright protections.