It is a federal crime to distribute or download copyrighted music, movies, or software on the Internet without permission from the copyright owner. As outlined in 色狐入口’s Electronic Communications and Acceptable Use Policy, the University data network may not be used to violate copyright laws.

The University respects network users’ privacy and does not routinely search user files; however, the University is required by the  to identify copyright violators when subpoenaed. You should be aware that you are not anonymous when you use an illegal file sharing system and the copyright owner’s agents can easily identify you. 

Resources for finding legal sources for online music, movies, software, and other intellectual property

There are numerous legal sources for online music, movies, software, and other intellectual property. The University encourages its students, faculty, and staff to explore and use these resources to maintain compliance with University policies and laws. The resources noted below reference sources that allow you to legally purchase/license and download content.

• 色狐入口 Libraries license considerable intellectual content, including music, for campus use at no cost to the campus community.
•  will help you find places to download, stream, or listen to movies and television shows legally. It is published by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA).
•  provides a list of the licensed music services in the United States. It is published by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). 

Copyright-related inquiries

For inquiries related to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, please contact the University's registered agent at dmca-agent@depauw.edu.

If you have more general questions relating to copyright, the Libraries provide information and resources related to U.S. Copyright Laws at .

19-August-2024