Copyright Law & File Sharing

• What You Need to Know About Sharing Music, Movies, and More
  There can be serious consequences for those who engage in illegal sharing of copyrighted material. This FAQ is meant to help you understand what is legal and what is not so that you can make informed choices and act in accordance with the law and Catawba College policy.
  
  
• Legal Online Sources for Copyrighted Material
  There are many legal sources for copyrighted materials, such as music and movies. These sources utilize a wide range of business models, and some are even free. The most up-to-date and comprehensive lists of legal sources are maintained by industry associations, whose web sites also present additional information and various perspectives on copyright issues.

• Catawba College's Plan to Combat Illegal Sharing of Copyrighted Materials  
  Catawba's plan to combat illegal sharing of copyrighted materials is in compliance with the final version of the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) issued on October 29, 2009.