Feb. 18, 2016
12:50 a.m.
On 2016-02-17 17:30, Paul Eggert wrote:
On 02/17/2016 04:16 PM, Tim Parenti wrote:
"public domain" is a US-specific construct.
Yes, and that suffices for us, as we're publishing in the US. That is, if a document gives us notice that the document is public-domain in the US, that's good enough for us.
"This file is in the public domain and may be freely used for any purpose." This sentence would also be fine.
AIUI by US law all documents are copyrighted, and via international trade agreements, can not be copied in any signatory jurisdiction, without a waiver or grant of rights. AIUI in many jurisdictions e.g. EU, copyrights can not be waived, rights must be granted. -- Take care. Thanks, Brian Inglis, Calgary, Alberta, Canada