You may not pay attention to the legal rights for most Christmas gifts you receive. But if you’re one of millions who received an ebook for the holidays, knowing about the legal rights to ebooks is particularly important.
That’s because purchasers of ebooks can be more aptly compared to renters and licensees than outright owners, reports the Los Angeles Times.
So unlike your TV or sweater, there are legal restrictions over what you can and cannot do with an ebook. Here are three reminders about an ebook owner’s legal rights:
There are many differences between buying paper books and ebooks. Aside from the look and feel of a hardcover or paperback book, you should also realize the legal differences too.
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