RS22106
Copyright Protection of Digital Television: The "Broadcast Flag"
May 11, 2005
Download Locations
- Center for Democracy & Technology
- United States Diplomatic Mission to Italy
- University of North Texas Libraries
Summary
This report addresses the adoption of a "broadcast flag" system by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to protect digital television (DTV) broadcasts from unauthorized redistribution. The report also addresses the recent decision of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reversing and vacating the FCC's broadcast flag report and order. It will be updated as events warrant.





