Libraries are a fundamental institution in our society. Synonymous with learning and knowledge, libraries allow users to pursue information by providing access to a range of literary and non-literary materials. This system of learning from and building upon the ideas and work of others is key to a library's function in society.
Accordingly, copyright provisions have a significant impact on the function of libraries, effectively restricting the way in which the library materials can be used. In order to overcome these restrictions, 'fair dealing' exceptions have been established, allowing libraries to provide materials, particularly for the purposes of study and research, without infringing the copyright provisions.
The role of libraries is evolving. As new technology is developed, facilitating the communication of information and ideas, libraries have been among the first institutions to incorporate such technology into their day to day operations. However, the introduction of this technology has had a significant impact on the interaction between libraries and copyright provisions. In order to adopt these technologies facilitating the communication of ideas and materials for library users, libraries have been required to implement new regulations in order to adhere to appropriate standards of copyright protection. Our presentation will explore the complex and evolving relationship between libraries, copyright provisions, and the adoption of new technologies designed to facilitate communication throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.
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