Copyright is a form of protection provided by the laws of the United States (title 17, U. S. Code) to the authors of “original works of authorship,” including
literary, dramatic, musical, artistic, and certain other intellectual works. This protection is available to both published and unpublished works.
Visit copyright.gov to learn more about copyright basics such as Who Can Claim Copyright? What Works Are Protected? or How to Secure a Copyright?
You can also research copyright records, laws and policies or file a copyright registration for your work through the Copyright Office online system!
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