Protel Autotrax

Karl Helmer Torvmark karlto at invalid.ed.ntnu.no
Sat Apr 24 18:40:10 CEST 1999


On Fri, 23 Apr 1999, jbv wrote:

> In theory, AFAIK, it's illegal. Just like copying a music album doesn't become
> legal simply
> because the original release is sold out, or because the band doesn't play it
> on stage anymore.
> 
> BTW, does software become public domain after 25 or 50 yrs, just like music ?

I think copyrights expire after 75 years (US law). So don't hold your
breath. I have no idea if the copyright is renewable or not, but I assume
this to be an academic question (as I'll be around 70-80 before anything
interesting expires).

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Karl H. 




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