Re: [Hampshire] [OT] Record Deck Sought

On 04/03/2008, Sean Gibbins <sean@???> wrote:
> Tim B (Systems) wrote:
> > I suppose that depends on how you interpret the law ;-) I see no reason why
> > converting the format of media should be an issue. Distributing it is another
> > matter. But hey, I have problems with the legal aspects of DVD Encryption
> > too!!
>
>
> Apparently under a strict interpretation of British law there is no
> 'fair use' policy, so even ripping a CD for use on your own player is
> technically illegal. It remains to be seen if any court would prosecute
> you, but that is no reason to advertise the fact that you do such things
> on a public list given the loony nature of the record companies and
> their refusal to lead the way into the future, preferring to be dragged
> there kicking and screaming by their customers.
>
> Bit of an odd statement from someone looking to purchase old technology, eh?
>
> ;-)
>
>
> Sean
>

That is not totally true. They do not mention the actual words "fair
use", but they do explain what constitutes an illegal copy, and
copying it for purposes that do not include distribution to 3rd
parties is acceptable under UK copyright law.