Re-distributing data and images from websites

James · 2005-10-18, 06:53

Hi all,

I wanted to start a general discussion on the re-distribution of data and images from web sites.

This has most impact in the area of EPG. A number of people are slowly setup files for the re-distribution of EPG data and there are also a number of logo packs going around.

I think it can be good, because it can improve the MP experience. However, there are copyright issues to consider.

In general when it is done in an ad hoc, Peer 2 Peer way no one can stop it. However, if we were to try and formalise the process then we could have trouble.

What is the best way to solve this problem? Is there a solution ?

Regards,

/James

djieno · 2005-10-18, 16:48

James,

I must admit I'm not really too concerned with/over 'copyright issues'. But since a friend of mine is a having a lawfirm which is focussing on 'copyright issues/intellectual rights' I took the liberty of asking. I will get back to this thread with his answer. 8)

regards, Djieno

CHli · 2005-10-18, 19:08

I'm very interested in this issue, keep us informed please !

2005-10-18, 06:53	#1 (permalink)
James Portal Developer Join Date: May 2005 Location: Switzerland Posts: 1,348 Thanks: 4 Thanked 55 Times in 34 Posts	Re-distributing data and images from websites Hi all, I wanted to start a general discussion on the re-distribution of data and images from web sites. This has most impact in the area of EPG. A number of people are slowly setup files for the re-distribution of EPG data and there are also a number of logo packs going around. I think it can be good, because it can improve the MP experience. However, there are copyright issues to consider. In general when it is done in an ad hoc, Peer 2 Peer way no one can stop it. However, if we were to try and formalise the process then we could have trouble. What is the best way to solve this problem? Is there a solution ? Regards, /James

2005-10-18, 16:48	#2 (permalink)
djieno Portal User Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Dutch en EU legislation James, I must admit I'm not really too concerned with/over 'copyright issues'. But since a friend of mine is a having a lawfirm which is focussing on 'copyright issues/intellectual rights' I took the liberty of asking. I will get back to this thread with his answer. 8) regards, Djieno __________________ ECS socket A, athlon 2000+, 512 mb, no analogue tv card, 10 gig maxtor, lots of cooling noise!

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CHli Portal Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Switzerland Age: 27 Posts: 1,017 Thanks: 9 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts My System	I'm very interested in this issue, keep us informed please ! __________________ European TV + Radio Channels Logos, add yours !

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