How can I legally access copyrighted material like textbooks and journals for academic purposes?
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Generally speaking, you can legally access copyrighted material for academic purposes by obtaining permission from the rights owner or pursuant to an exception or limitation in copyright law. Some exceptions permit copying for educational purposes and/or libraries providing accessible physical copies to their patrons. Additionally, many publishers offer licenses permitting digital copying, such as site or user-specific licenses which grant access to subscribers and students. Check the publisher's website for more information about accessing their materials on legal terms.
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How can I legally access copyrighted material like textbooks and journals for academic purposes?
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You can legally access copyrighted material for academic purposes by obtaining a valid subscription or license from the copyright owner, such as buying a textbook or subscribing to a journal. Some schools, libraries and other organizations also offer copying services that comply with copyright law. Additionally, educational exceptions in copyright laws may allow you to make personal use copies of certain material without having to obtain permission from the copyrightholder. Finally, fair dealing exceptions also exist in some countries which may permit limited uses of copyrighted material without seeking authorization.
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How can I legally access copyrighted material like textbooks and journals for academic purposes?