Digital locks attempt to secure online content from unauthorized access or use. Can an individual legally circumvent a digital lock in order to download a document for research purposes?

a)No. Research is not a fair dealing exception that allows someone to circumvent a digital lock.

b)No. Attempts to evade a digital lock violate theCopyright Act, with limited exceptions.

c)Maybe, if the type of research performed is for the public good

d)Yes. TheCopyright Actdoes not recognize digital locks as a valid protection for copyrighted material.

e)Yes. Any use falling under the fair dealing exception would also prevent liability under theCopyright Act.