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What Is A Copyright Troll?
You get a letter about copyright infringement; pay $5K fine or go to court & pay $150,000. It's a very profitable business, convincing folks to pay up so they don't go to court. Do you pay?
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Biography of Alma Gluck, Opera Star and Mother of Efrem Zimbalist Jr.
Wife, mother, and late blooming opera star, Alma Gluck rose to stardom fast. She was the only opera concertist to ever sell 1 million records. Mother to Efrem Zimbalist Jr, her short life is remarkable.
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The Farmer Who Exposed Perdue’s Claims of "Humanely Raised" Chicken
Perdue claimed to raise chickens humanely, cage- and antibiotic-free. One North Carolina farmer, a Perdue subcontractor, said it wasn't true and proved it with videos.
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To Kill a Mockingbird, Author Harper Lee
Harper Lee's first book became a best seller, was made into a movie, and is required reading in many school systems. But how much do we know about the author? Here's a peek.
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Spotlight On | Creative Commons Licenses | How To Choose The Right One For You
Creative Commons licenses explained w/examples of how to select one. Keep your copyright and still choose how your work will be shared. The keyword is "shared" because you must be willing to share :)
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Biography on Bel Kaufman, Author of Up The Down Staircase
Bel Kaufman's book told the story of a teacher's experiences in an inner city NYC high school. It became a classic. The movie was memorable. And so was Bel. She really was one of a kind.
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Sholem Aleichem - "The Yiddish Mark Twain" - If I Were A Rich Man
So who is he? Allow me to introduce you to one of the most interesting Russian Jewish writers of the 20th century. He was your typical starving writer, wealthy in fame and not a penny to his name.
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All About Vitamin A: Recommended Intake, Sources, and Supplements
This article about vitamins and supplements talks about attempts to get government regulation, food sources for Vitamin A, what it's good for, and recommended dosage.
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I Found It on Google! Are You a Copyright Infringer?
Do you think architectural landmarks are free of copyright? This is not always the case. For a time, some European cultural sites were copyrighted.
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What the Heck Are All Those Vitamins For? Part One | How to Read Labels | Difference Between Fat Soluble & Water Soluble
Labels don't say how a vitamin will help you or what body part they'll help. So here it is! An extensive list of vitamins & minerals, what they're for, their food sources, and more. Part One
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Spotlight On: Providing Your Personal Information For Copyright Infringement Claims
When filing DMCA claims & counter-notices, you MUST provide your personal information. But what happens to that information? Does Google or a web host protect it and keep it to themselves? NOPE!
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Spotlight on: Facebook and Google Crackdown on Using Real Names
If FB & Google "required" you to use your real name, would you question why? This week "The Big Two" are making people change to real names or they will disable their accounts. Fair or unfair?
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Spotlight on: Using Your Real Photo for Your Profile Picture - the Pros and Cons
Do you think your photo will make it easier for friends to identify you? Read the pros and cons of using real profile pix and why you might be seeing your face with someone else's name real soon.
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Works in the Public Domain for 2013 That You Might Have Missed
From Australia to United States, this article shows works now in public domain according to the copyright laws of their respective countries. My hope is to make copyright law less confusing for you.
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Public Domain: Why the USA Will Have Nothing to Offer Until 2019
Each year, many countries release works into public domain, but not USA. They're depriving the public of creative works. Supreme Court ruled they could take works OUT of public domain. Is it fair?
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Hacker Report: Part 2 | Guccifer Caught! | Hacked Presidents George Bush Sr & Jr, Hillary Clinton, And More
For over a year, he was in the wind. What took so long to catch this elusive hacker? Some say he worked for National Security Agency (NSA). Some say he IS the NSA! Or is he just a hacker?
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Hacker Report: Part 1 Guccifer | Hacked AOL Accounts Of President Bush Family And Other Famous People
Part 1: Eluding capture, Guccifer hacked high profile names & revealed their secrets. His victims were famous, & the not so famous anymore. He didn't steal their money; he went after their reputations
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How To Pick Smart Answers To Your Security Questions
Your mother's middle name. Your first dog's name. The first car you ever bought. Typical questions, right? We can't always change the questions, but we can do something about the answers. Here's how.
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How To Create The Best Passwords Hackers Hate
The dog's name, your favorite color, maiden name. All sound good? Nope-all are guessable! The more creative you are, the harder it is to guess your password. Here's some ways to make great passwords
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Hack Report (Credit Card Breach): UPS Store August 2014
Even if it didn't happen in your neck of the woods,you should be concerned the FIRST time you hear of a data breach. First reports never have the complete information. Often it takes months to get it.
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The Solution To Copyright Infringement?
In 2011, Congress told the US Copyright Office to find a solution that didn't require the parties to file a lawsuit in federal court. 2 1/2 years later, here is their solution.
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Spotlight On: Germs In Public Places
If you can smell obnoxious odors, assume they are also full of germs. Here are some tips on how to cut down on the gazillion germs you are exposed to every day.
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How Long Is Five Minutes?
It's 5 minutes! Well, it really depends on your activity and who you're with. My goal here was to show my philosophical granddaughter that 5 minutes is different for everyone. But she ended up showing me.
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House For Sale: The Case Of A Murder-Suicide
If you were buying a house, would you want to know if someone died there? The PA Supreme Court ruled about what sellers have to disclose when selling a house.
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Copyrights Q & A | Top 25 Questions From Readers - June 2014
Top 25 questions I've rec'd on Copyrights up to 6/30/2014. Answer links given when possible. I'm not an authority; I'm just a gal who likes to research - and likes to be right too. Comments expected!
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What's On The List?
We find ourselves making lists all the time. Here are some lists that famous people made and the reasons why they made them. This is a nice walk back in time. C'mon in.
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Canada's New 2014 Copyright Law - "Notice And Notice"
Canada changed their copyright laws and the word hasn't really gotten out about the changes. Here's the updates. Take a look at what they consider copyright infringement.
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The New US Copyright Law of 1998 (Sonny Bono Copyright Law)
This article will bring you up to date on copyright law in the US, the terms, and how it affects existing works. Also discusses European and Canadian Copyright Laws.
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Works In The Public Domain for 2011 That You Might Have Missed
From Australia to United States, this article shows works now in public domain according to the copyright laws of their respective countries. My hope is to make copyright law less confusing for you.
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What Can I Do With Public Domain Works?
What's the big deal about public domain? What can you do with old books, songs and movies? PLENTY! Many of today's works are shadows of former works. Once they go in public domain, it's a free for all
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My Life With Sjögren's Syndrome: Journey to a Diagnosis
I was told by doctors that I might have lupus, multiple sclerosis, or fibromyalgia. Treatments didn't work. Finally, I got the right diagnosis.
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The "Hobby Lobby Supreme Court Decision" Explained In Plain English
You probably have heard "Hobby Lobby" on the news lately, but what is that legal case all about anyway? Here's the scoop in plain English language. Comments expected :)
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There Oughta Be A Law!
For as long as it takes Washington DC to recognize what needs to be done, regular folks could make laws better and faster than they can. This law seems simple enough, so why isn't it enforced?
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How To Protect Your Credit Before And After A Security Breach or Hack
Security breaches are more prevalent now than ever before. Here's how to protect yourself for FREE before and after a hack or breach. Never pay LifeLock or anyone else. You can do it yourself FREE!
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Hack Report: Sally Beauty Supply Stores
Sally Beauty Supply was hacked twice in two months. Did you buy anything there and use a credit or debit card?
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Hack Report: AT & T Phone Company
At & T was hacked in April 2014 but it affected mostly California customers. However, Californian's with AT & T now live all over the country because they took their phone carrier with them.
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Hack Report: Target Department Stores
Updated July 8, 2014. Target was hacked between Thanksgiving and Christmas of 2013. Were you a customer then? If so, you need to check your credit report
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Hack Report: P F Chang's China Bistro and Subsidiaries
UPDATE: 7/1/14 Class action lawsuit with info for anyone who is affected. PFChang calls it a Data Breach, but I say they were HACKED. I'll show you what happens to credit cards after the breach.
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Rachael O'Halloran's June 2014 Report: Copyright News Around The World
This is not only about infringements, but also changes to copyright laws around the world & results of court cases. Some of them are real doozies! Even Google got served with takedown notices.
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If Jesus Came Knocking on Your Door
A conversation after my Bible study group meeting led me to offer up a poem that explained it all perfectly. It hit home for many of our members. Will it make a point to you, too?
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The Case of The Six Million Dollar Tweet
A picture of Katherine Heigl (of Grey's Anatomy fame) was tweeted and it just might cost the tweeter $6 Million bucks. There's no verdict yet, so give your opinion.
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What Are Your Priorities at This Stage of Your Life?
Each of us has priorities in our lives. We just arrive at them at different points in our growth. Does that mean one has any more weight than the others? Maybe it's all in the eye of the beholder.
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Writing Quotes On Photos That Are Not Yours
Did you ever wonder if all those pictures you see with text typed on them are legal use? How come it is infringement for some and not for others? Learn legal & illegal use and who will likely get caught!
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You Are The Jury - The Case of Illegal Web Page User
Is copyright infringement in the eyes of the beholder? Take a look at these two cases from the UK and see what you think.
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How Do I Tell If Pictures Are Public Domain Or Not?
Updated: 7/15/14. Video How To Find Public Domain Pictures on Google. What is Public Domain? Are the pictures you're using truly in the public domain? How do you tell? Get some answers here!
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Published Works In The Public Domain Explained
How do formerly copyrighted works get into the public domain? Why did the US government change the copyright law in 2012? How much longer do we have to wait for works to become public domain?
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Dr. Phil Show Sues Blogger For Copyright Infringement
Dr. Phil sues a blog for stealing his thunder by revealing Part 1 and Part 2 interviews before the shows aired on TV
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Copyrights: Fact, Fiction and Fantasy!
UPDATED:Copyrights are Intellectual Property. There are a lot of misconceptions about the rules. For example, does taking a screenshot of a YouTube video frame violate copyright? Check out this hub.
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How Information Gets Lost In The Translation On The Internet
One biography researcher's experience with misinformation on the internet from trusted sources.
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You Are The Jury - Case of The General Auto Insurance Commercial
The cartoonist who created The General is suing for copyright infringement saying they used his cartoon without permission. Now 10plus yrs later & statute of limitations expired. What would you do?
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I'll See You There, A Poem By Rachael O'Halloran
A story poem about the man she loved in this life who waits for her in the next.
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You Are The Jury - Author Of To Kill A Mockingbird Files Two Lawsuits
Harper Lee had a stroke, her agent swindled her out of her copyright & royalties to her famous book;a local museum stole infringed on trademark by using her name/book. Elder abuse, infringement, more
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A Biography of Efrem Zimbalist, Jr.
Efrem Zimbalist Jr. had a remarkable life & an equally remarkable heritage. He died May 2, 2014. His family tree shows true philanthropy. My Trivia Box details tidbits I hope you'll enjoy.
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When Death Sentences Go Wrong
8/24/2014 See end for UPDATE. ACLU lawsuit! Lockett confessed, convicted of a heinous crime, then sentenced to death. On execution day, lethal injection was botched; now everyone is weighing in.
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You Are The Jury Case of Lenz vs Universal Music Group (Dancing Baby YouTube)
A Mom put up a home movie of her baby dancing. Universal Music Group issued a takedown notice (DMCA) because the singer Prince said his music was playing on video, violating his copyright
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How Safe Are Your "Electronic Medical Records" From Hackers?
We no sooner have healthcare providers switching everything over to computer databases and now we hear about those very same records getting hacked. Is your physician protecting your info?
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Doctor's Office Visits - Do You Get Your Money's Worth?
Do you have long wait times to get in to see Dr? After you get in, does he spend time with you or do you get the bum's rush? If you add questions onto your original appt reason, do you get his time?
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When a Spouse Dies Shortly After the Other Spouse
After 60 - 70 years of marriage, when one spouse dies shortly after the other, was it a broken heart or just their time? Here are six stories; some may bring a tear to your eye, some may make you smile.
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Steve Jobs, the Genius Behind Apple and Pixar
Steve Jobs packed a lot of living into 56 years, leaving behind so much to remember him by. Was he a genius, in the right place at the right time, or was it just luck?
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You Are The Jury - Case of Patrick Cariou vs. Richard Prince
Not everyone views justice the same way. First hub in series: Copyright Infringement vs Fair Use. Will you agree or disagree with the decision? This is a real case and it should make all authors mad!
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Heartbleed Bug Leaves Internet Users Open To Being Hacked
On April 8, 2014,Tumblr announced that internet users were vulnerable to hack attacks by anyone. The padlock is gone and your information is not safe. Here's the lowdown on the HEARTBLEED bug.
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Ground Zero Diseases and Heroes of September 11 That No One Talks About
EPA said WTC zone was safe, no need to go all Hazmat. Painter masks didn't cut it. Workers are fighting for medical care & disability $$$. Many died w/ cancers, etc. But U S Gov't says NO to benefits
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A Biography of Robin Leach - Champagne Wishes & Caviar Dreams
Many watched his TV show "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous," where he showed us how the rich live. But did you know he is the creator of several other TV shows we watch daily? Come meet Robin Leach.
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How to Find Malware on Your Computer and How to Get Rid of It Free!
Malware. What is it, how do I find it, and how do I get rid of it? Easy step by step directions and my best picks for free malware software removal programs!
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What Is Shoulder Surfing?
Shoulder surfing to get your private information is on the rise.
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How Safe And Strong Are Your Passwords?
How safe do you think your passwords are? Pretty safe? Maybe not. Here are ways to protect yourself on and offline. Lists of worse, best & most common passwords. Did your password make the list?
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Baby Danger: Is Swaddling Safe?
Updated:4/15/2015. Is there a SIDS & swaddling connection? 10 out 36 babies who died of SIDS were swaddled. Did you know there's a right way & a wrong way to swaddle? Videos: avoid hip dysplasia &more
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Princess Diana, a Biography
Princess Diana has always held a fascination not only for me, but for people all over the world. Even in death, people can't get enough of the shy girl who became "The People's Princess."
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Where Do Quotation Marks Belong?
Do you ever wonder how to use punctuation with quotation marks? Do they go before or after the period, before or after the comma? I hope this helps answer those questions.