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Sound Track: The Copyright Riddle

There's a whole lot of confusion surrounding copyrights and the use of music in videos. Here are straight answers to the most common questions.

If a mention of the word "copyright" causes you to squirm uncomfortably, images of nasty courtroom battles and huge fines bouncing through your head, you're not alone. For many, copyright law is like an incomprehensible stew of politics, high finance and legalese.

Copyright issues don't have to remain some of the least understood aspects of videomaking, at least not for you. Read on for answers to the most common questions about cop…

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