A discussion of a case whereby substantial damages, if not criminal proceedings, will sanction, according to circumstances, both television organizations and those who in certain conditions distribute their programs by wire or communicate them to the public. (Author/HB)

Intended to help librarians, administrators, and trustees better understand the ramifications of the new copyright law, Public Law 94-553, this brief document asks and answers some of the basic questions concerning compliance with it. Questions answered include: What is the new copyright law? What are the implications for libraries? What is fair…

This glossary, which is in its fifth edition, aims to standardize the use and meaning of terms in the field of microphotography and microreproduction. It provides descriptive definitions of processes, equipment, acronyms, associations, material, units of measure, and trade names. Some terms are marked as "deprecated" in order to discourage their…

The preliminary study of the technical and legal aspects of photographic reproduction of copyright works, submitted to the UNESCO General Conference shows that the use of modern methods of reproduction, including photocopying, microform reproduction and analogous procedures, makes it desirable to seek ways of reconciling users' interests with the…

A discussion of the basic application of copyright law to educational uses of media. (HB)

Provisions of the new copyright law (Public Law 94-553) and its implications for classroom teachers are outlined, with guidelines for educational "fair use" in copying books and periodicals. (MF)

The Copyright Revision Act of 1976 requires that copyright warnings be posted in copying centers. Reproduction of material in excess of fair use is cause of copyright infringement liability. Libraries shall keep records of requests for photocopies of phonorecords or tapes. (JAB)

Descriptions of two methods of photoduplication commonly employed--transfer method (uses plain paper) and direct process method (depends on coated surface paper)--include basic considerations for optimum storage, handling, and care. Color copying and problems associated with xerography are noted. Twelve sources are given. (EJS)

This tutorial provides a means to estimate resolution requirements for the use of digital imaging technology in converting text-based material. It is suggested that benchmarks for resolution can be calculated by evaluating the physical attributes of source documents and by applying Quality Index formulas that have been derived from those…

Some excerpts from an interview with a McGraw-Hill representative concerning copyright laws and the industry attitude towards copyright violators. (AK)

Photoreproduction of maps poses many problems. Factors of size, format, color combinations, type size, etc. not clearly understood can lead to poor bibliographic service and financial loss. Only the skills of experienced color photographers can devise the combination of methods to produce the best results. (11 references) (Author/DH)

Provides a brief history of the cataloging of microform reproductions of previously published works and reviews several problems occasioned by the application of AACR2 Chapter 11, which requires a totally new record for microform reproductions. (CHC)

Examines the ethical implications both of the copying of copyrighted material and the holding of a copyright, and proposes a code of ethics for librarians, teachers, and copyright proprietors. Journal availability: see EA 511 887. (IRT)