Copyright legislation is about to hit Ottawa… again. Despite the massive public outcry last time, the government is intent on enacting incredibly restrictive laws that will damage how you use your electronics. Get the facts, contact your MP, and don’t let them.
The Canadian Copyright Act, Part VII, Section 80 (Copying for Private Use) reads: “80. (1) Subject to subsection (2), the act of reproducing all or any substantial part of(a) a musical work embodied in a sound recording,(b) a performer’s performance of a musical work embodied in a sound recording, or(c) a sound recording in which a musical work, or a performer’s performance of a musical work, is embodiedonto an audio recording medium for the private use of the person who makes the copy does not constitute an infringement of the copyright in the musical work, the performer’s performance or the sound recording.”
It’s almost May 28th and iPad finally has its Canadian immigration papers! Apple’s firm control on their message managed to get a chunk of work that I wrote kaiboshed, so rather than let it go to waste, I’m reposting it here with the hopes that it might be useful to some. If it reads like an ad don’t be shocked: it was one.
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With design accents that reference iPhone and iPod Touch, iPad features a 9.7″ capacitive touchscreen. It’s got a wide 178º viewing angle, a brilliant 1024×768 HD display, and a convenient bezel surrounding the screen so you can grip it easily.
You just got your raise at work! The thrill of tearing into the envelope is short-lived, however, as you read through the letter. Your raise is less than stellar. You’re crushed. What do you do?
The first thing you need to do is take a deep breath. Relax. This is a situation you can tackle, but you’re going to need to approach it with a level head. Let’s break down some of the best steps you can take to getting an adjustment in your compensation that you want.
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Dining out can be a lot of fun, especially when you don’t restrict yourself to the menu. The best way to dine out is take one part Doctor Frankenstein, add in a dash of Food Network, and throw it all on the flat topped grill (or in the burger warming drawer) and you’ve got a creation worthy of the name “What the Food?!”
