I have noticed recently that there are more and more copyright notices being used on TSB by TSB members. I am wondering how this affects any posts that I write on TSB using that information that has a copyright on it. Often times, when in a hurry, (I type slowly) particularly in the Emergency or Help Needed sections of TSB, I will copy and paste some or all of the information from one section to another section of TSB as it pertains to another, similar, situation being addressed. Sometimes the info might be in part or whole my own words... or not at all my original typing or post. Sometimes, but not always, I will say that I am copying and pasting this info from others in my post . What are the implications of using the information from members that have now copyrighted their posts and threads? I understand and respect that some members may be writing books, articles and other publications and want to preserve their original thoughts, ideas, photos, recipes, etc. as their own work to use in these publications or for their own use as is their right. My question is, “Do I need to be more careful about direct quotes or how I copy and paste information?? “ I want to be respectful of others and their work and not step on other’s toes or become involved in any copyright infringement. Clarification or advice on this matter would be appreciated. If this matter has been addressed recently, please let me know. I have had 10,000 (or so it seems) Irene babies and unable to hang out at TSB as much as I would like.
Marty