Attorney-General Philip Ruddock announced "commonsense" changes to Australia's copyright laws that "will maintain Australia's copyright laws as the best in the world". The minister's announcement included a little Q&A session intended to show how the laws work.
Q: Does this mean I can record my favourite television or radio program to enjoy later?
A: Yes. For the first time, you will be able to record most television or radio program at home to enjoy at a later time. This will allow you to watch or listen to a program as it was made available to the public at the time of the original broadcast.
Q: How long can I keep the recording?
A: The recording must be deleted after one use. It will not be possible to use the recording over and over again.
Q: Can I make a collection of copied television and radio programs?
A: No. You will not be able to burn a collection (or library) of your favourite programs on DVD or CD to keep. It will be permitted to record a program on DVD or CD but only temporarily until you watch or listen to it for the first time.
Q: Can I give a recording I have made to a friend?
A: No. A recording is for the personal use of the person who made it. You can invite a friend over to watch or listen to your recording but you can't lend or give it to a friend to take home with them.
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