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software locks. These restrictions were described as "arguably worse than those found in the U.S." While explicit mentions of "videocassettes" in Bill C-61 were replaced with technology neutral terms, the copying of DRM encumbered media such as DVDs was still prohibited by Bill C-32. Bill C-32 was
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render those materials inaccessible thirty days after the course's end date. Performers and photographers were set to receive greater control over reproductions of their works.
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to $ 5,000 in the case of non-commercial infringement, compared to the previous fine of $ 20,000 that did not distinguish between commercial and non-commercial.
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