Copyright Basics
What is copyright, and why is it important?
Copyright is a legal protection for creators, allowing them control over the use of their work and enabling them to receive income from it.
What is a license, and how does it relate to intellectual property?
A license provides legal permission to use software or content under specific terms, but it doesn’t transfer ownership to the user.
What is the e-Government portal in Kazakhstan, and what is its purpose?
The e-Government portal is an online system that provides citizens with access to various government services.
What are personal non-property rights in the context of copyright, and how do they differ from property rights?
Personal non-property rights protect the author’s moral rights, such as crediting the author, while property rights allow them to earn money from their work.
Describe Digital Rights Management (DRM) and give an example of how it is used.
DRM is technology that limits users' control over digital content, such as software on DVDs that prevents unauthorized copying.
List two types of services available on the e-Gov portal and briefly describe each.
Information services: Provide details on necessary documents and contacts.
Transaction services: Allow online payments and application submissions.
Describe the main aspects of the law "On Copyright and Related Rights" in Kazakhstan.
This law defines the rights of creators, differentiating between property and non-property rights, and provides enforcement mechanisms for copyright violations.
How does DRM help in enforcing copyright, and what challenges are associated with it?
DRM helps prevent unauthorized distribution of digital content by controlling usage, but it can face resistance due to restrictions placed on legitimate users.
Outline the four stages in the development of Kazakhstan’s e-Government services.
Information services and content creation (2004-2006).
Interactive services (2007-2009).
Transactional services (2010-2011).
Composite and integrated services (2011 onward).