[ANSTHRLD] Consulting Library

[prudencecurious at netscape.net]

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I had the idea of scanning the books and making a virtual copy of the 
library for distribution.
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Just want to point out this is a bad idea.  It is copyright 
infringement.  I know that in some cases the books just are not there, 
in which case we should contact the publisher and get permission in 
writing for this type of distribution.

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I also had the ridiculously whacked out idea of making a simple 
database that would contain all the names and references for easy 
search and reference. This would take MUCH longer, probably years, and 
would require some help. Anyone else think this a useful, if insane 
idea?
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On the other hand, redistribution of information and acknowleging 
sources is legal, honorable and expands intellectual property.  I like 
it much better.  What should be the base - Microsoft access is the most 
common type of database out there, or would we like our own?

Prudence the Curious


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