Developing copyright : the historical relationship between copyright law and technology : an honors thesis [(HONRS 499)]

Abstract

History has shown a compelling and direct correlation between technological innovations and changes in copyright law. From technologies creating media, to advancements in distributing these works, to transportation technologies disseminating intellectual property worldwide, the law has adapted necessarily to these innovations. Currently, copyright law is adjusting to the challenges brought about by the proliferation of Internet into our everyday lives. As this medium has grown, and copyrighted works are available instantaneously online, we can assume copyright law will change drastically in response to the media world in the near future.Honors College Ball State UniversityMuncie, IN 47306