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Originally Posted by Ben Thornton
I have a paper book.
If I scan that, use OCR, get an electronic copy for my own use - stealing?
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No.
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Originally Posted by Ben Thornton
What if a friend did that and I use their e-copy - stealing?
What if someone on-line has done that, and I use their e-copy - stealing?
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Yes.
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Originally Posted by Ben Thornton
In all cases, the author has been paid when I bought my paper copy.
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Not quite, the "First Purchase" allows you to do whatever you will to the 'package' for your own personal use that doesn't involve any form of distribution of the package or its content.
Once distribution of a
copy occurs, you're in violation of copy right law.