Copyright is originality and fixation

Original Works

Works are original when they are independently created by a human author and have a minimal degree of creativity. Independent creation simply means that you create it yourself, without copying. The Supreme Court has said that, to be creative, a work must have a "spark" and "modicum" of creativity. There are some things, however, that are not creative, like: titles, names, short phrases, and slogans; familiar symbols or designs; mere variations of typographic ornamentation, lettering, or coloring; and mere listings of ingredients or contents. And always keep in mind that copyright protects expression, and never ideas, procedures, methods, systems, processes, concepts, principles, or discoveries.1. What is a copyright and how does it protect intellectual property? 2. What types of works are eligible for copyright protection? 3. How long does copyright protection last? 4. What are the financial benefits of owning a copyright? 5. Can copyrights be sold or transferred? 6. What are the considerations for setting a fair price for licensing copyrighted works? 7. How do copyright royalties work? 8. What are the tax implications of earning income from copyrighted works? 9. What are the potential financial risks and challenges in enforcing copyright infringement? 10. What are the differences between copyright infringement and fair use? 11. How can copyrights be used to generate passive income streams?