Articles related to "Public Domain"

There is a plethora of copyright free content available, from public domain films to music; but, how does one know for sure what is in the public domain?

Public domain materials are creative works that are no longer protected by copyright law and are usually free to use.

The public domain contains so many different types of works that Internet marketers and Webmasters would be foolish not to use them.

The public domain contains a wealth of information and resources that creative entrepreneurs can freely use for profit. Find out how to make money from the public domain.

Free comic ebook by James Boyle, Jennifer Jenkins and Keith Aoki, presents some of the issues about public domain, fair use and free copyright in an easy to read format.

LibriVox is an exciting initiative, their mission is to record and publish books that are in the public domain and make them freely available via their website

Free opera scores are a great resource for students, researchers, performers and opera fans. Here are the best sites to find free opera scores online.

Artists and crafters like enjoy using copyright-free vintage images and clipart -- especially when those items are available for free online.

Copyright protection in the United States is applied to any 'work' the minute it is put into a tangible form.

Finding sheet music on the Internet is easy. Finding GOOD sheet music to play on your piano or band instrument is a bit more difficult.

Mixed media artists who don't use public domain images in their work can't sell their creations without violating copyright laws. Finding legal images can be a challenge.

When it comes to the use of titles, song lyrics, and poetry, many writers are unclear as to the rules of what can be used and what constitutes copyright infringement.

With 28,000 e-books and audio books, Project Gutenberg provides an online book catalogue of public domain literature from poetry and the classics to health and science.

Finding photographs or images online can be a daunting task. The following websites offer a large variety of superb quality photographs, fonts and clip-art, for free.

Project Gutenberg offers more than 27,000 books in its free online book catalog.

Images found on Wikipedia or its sister projects may be used and modified freely by anyone. On the other hand, this means not all pictures may be uploaded to the site.

Once a songwriter moves the idea in their head into the studio, they are always sure that song is a hit! So, how can a songwriter be sure no one steals their song?

Modern PDA's offer the facility to play MP3 files, thus making them a good alternative to an MP3 player, as they play audio - but also offer so much more!

In an effort to scan and make searchable the collections of several major libraries, the The Google Books Library Project provides an online library to the world.

Many photographers, illustrators, picture libraries think so and so does Pro-Imaging who monitor and expose rights grabbing photography competitions.

Ghost stories are perfect for the audiobook or spoken word format. There are many classic works of Gothic horror available and these can make an interesting alternative.

Project Gutenberg provides thousands of legal eBooks, audio books, pictures, and sheet music for the public at no cost.

Many out of print and out of copyright books are available in PDF format on the Internet for download. These free ebooks offer a fascinating insight into a bygone world.

The Google Book Search service allows users to access and download a large number of free ebooks. These range from classic fiction through to long forgotten books.

With images online it is more important than ever to be rigorous about marking images with copyright and contact information to prevent theft of intellectual property.

Making a business attractive to parents can increase profits.

The Golden Age of American radio may have ended with the rise of television, but dedicated enthusiasts have brought classic programmes online for new listeners to love.

The simile is a poetic technique that most students can master quickly. This lesson teaches the poetic device and gives examples for a handout for student practice.

Since 1999 the Internet Sacred Text Archive has been a hub of knowledge for the armchair philosopher and the Rhoades Scholar alike.

Learn the answers to your questions, such as, "How do I get permission to quote someone in a book?" or "What do the copyright laws say about quoting someone?"

Many of the completely free ebooks out there are written by unknown authors. To find more popular ebooks and audiobooks one must know the tricks of where to look.

The internet presents a wealth of opportunity for knitters. There a rich source of modern patterns freely available, antique and vintage patterns can also be found.

Ever wondered how Project Gutenberg converts books from print to digital? This article will take you step by step through the process.

Brett Gaylor's documentary RiP: A Remix Manifesto is an engaging look at current copyright laws versus the free exchange of ideas. 7/10.

The Internet Sacred Texts Archive offers its visitors a chance to view ancient, rare, and holy texts from across the world, all without leaving their home.

In Part #2 of this exclusive interview, Sita Sings the Blues creator Nina Paley discusses reactions to the film, and why it may never come out in theatres.

How copyright law applies to student and teacher created multimedia projects, whether in the classroom or posted online.

You may think that copyrights and public domain have nothing to do with artists, but they are very important for protecting your art and your reputation.

A collection of free public domain audiobooks make a lovely and thoughtful yet cheap gift for Valentine's Day. Free audiobooks can be downloaded to create a custom gift.

Two main factors influence the increasing popularity of onscreen live-action superheroes such as Spider-Man, Batman, and Superman.

Growing popularity of recorded books, long a mainstay of blind education, and advances in digital technology give the sight impaired a wide range of accessible choices.

A handy guide to accessing free full text classic books for children online.

Kindle owners have vast options for reading material, and many of the books available to read on the Amazon Kindle are free.

Read or listen to The Curious Case of Benjamin Button by F. Scott Fitzgerald for free. The free audiobook and ebook editions of the story are available for download.

A Revolutionary War mystery: who fired the first shot for freedom's ring heard 'round the world? This story might have aptly been named "The Mid-Day Ride of Paul Revere"!

Brit TV station Channel Four explores the dangers of crash-dieting and rapid weight loss through a new documentary titled, Super-Skinny Me: The Race to Size Zero.

Jilleen is one busy lady, between releasing her third indie CD, “The Hymns Experience,” her hectic speaking ministry and heading up the Christian Divas network.

Traditional Indigenous medicine is a vast and complex specialist field, often plundered by corporate pirates and new age novices. Personal use only - do not exploit.

EBooks are more popular than ever before. Users of different eReaders may have difficulty searching for eBooks. Using eBook software can help.

Free children's book are widely available online. Children can access books in many languages for free from home regardless of where they are in the world.