Copyright infringement occurs when you download or share copyrighted materials —including music, movies, games, and software —from the Internet without consent from the author.
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File Sharing
What is CWI required to do under the DMCA and HEOA?
Under the DMCA all Internet Service Providers aka Online Service Providers are required to:
- Register a designated agent with the U.S. Copyright Office to receive notification of claims of copyright infringement.
- Promptly respond to any properly formatted ...
What is fair use of copyrighted materials?
Fair use is a provision of U.S. copyright law which defines the legal but limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the owner. Acceptable forms of fair use are for criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship and...
What is file sharing?
File sharing is when you share (download or upload) electronic data files over a network connection, whether the network is secure or unsecure, public or private. File sharing is not illegal if you have permission from the copyright owner to share the files. It is illegal if you share...
What is P2P software?
Peer-to-peer (P2P) software allows “peers” (individual computer systems) to connect to each other over the internet to share files. Examples of mainstream P2P software programs include BitTorrent, Limewire, Ares and AresWarez, Kazaa, Azureus, DC++ and Morpheus.
What is the Electronic Technology Usage Policy?
The Electronic Technology Usage Policy identifies the standards of use that all users (Faculty, Staff, Students and Guests) must agree to before using the shared computing resources of College of Western Idaho.
What is the MPAA?
The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) is a trade association of the American motion picture, home video and television industries. The MPAA serves as an advocate for strong protection of the creative works produced and distributed by the industry and...
What is the RIAA?
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) is a trade association of the U.S. recording industry (or its member record companies). The RIAA serves to foster a business and legal climate for its members through protection of intellectual property rights...
Weapons on Campus
If I live in the Aspen Creek apartments can I possess a firearm, if authorized to do so under state law?
The Aspen Creek Apartments are not affiliated with CWI. Anyone wishing to possess a firearm at this location will need to be authorized under state law and will also have to follow their tenant agreement for such.
Is there a storage location for weapons on campus?
No. CWI does not have a storage location for weapons at any of the campus locations. Individuals choosing to carry will be responsible for weapons and their concealment at all times.
What should be done if it is suspected someone is carrying a concealed weapon?
If you suspect someone is carrying a weapon on campus but there is not a perceived threat and the weapon is not visible, no action is necessary.
Giving
Can I give stock or securities?
Yes! Please contact the CWI Foundation at 208.562.3100 for information on transferring stock or securities directly to our brokerage account.