Digital locks attempt to secure online content from unauthorized access or use. Can an individual legally circumvent a digital lock in order to download a document for research purposes?

a. Maybe, if the type of research performed is for the public good

b. Yes. Any use falling under the fair dealing exception would also prevent liability under the Copyright Act.

c. Yes. The Copyright Act does not recognize digital locks as valid protection for copyrighted material.

d. No. Attempts to evade a digital lock violate the Copyright Act, with limited exceptions.

e. No. Research is not a fair dealing exception that allows someone to circumvent a digital lock.