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Intellectual Property

Jun. 19, 2001

Potential Pitfalls

Despite the recent high-tech slump, entertainment companies still are scrambling to find ways to take advantage of the Internet. Web sites now tout everything from entertainment news, merchandise and searchable databases to films, scripts and even talent. Sites are making it possible for artists themselves to create and distribute their original content.

        By Robert W. Hodges and Michael B. Garfinkel
        
        Despite the recent high-tech slump, entertainment companies still are scrambling to find ways to take advantage of the Internet. Web sites now tout everything from entertainment news, merchandise and searchable databases to films, scripts and even talent. Sites are maki...

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