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DMCA

DMCA stands for Digital Millennium Copyright Act, a US copyright law that protects digital content from copyright infringement.

Copyright protection: Protects original digital content, such as music, movies, software, and online materials.

Takedown notices: Allows copyright holders to report alleged infringement to online service providers.

Safe harbor provisions: Protects online service providers from liability if they comply with DMCA takedown notices.

Counter-notice: Allows alleged infringers to dispute DMCA complaints.

Notice of infringement: Copyright holder submits a DMCA complaint to the online service provider.

Takedown: Online service provider removes the allegedly infringing content.

Counter-notice: Alleged infringer disputes the DMCA complaint.

Response: Copyright holder responds to the counter-notice.

Protects creators: Safeguards original digital content from unauthorized use.

Promotes online responsibility: Encourages online service providers to monitor and remove infringing content.

Balances rights: Protects both copyright holders and online expression.