Books Quote by Jonathan Zittrain
“Digital books and music are often different from their physical counterparts in that consumers buy licences to a work, revocable under an ongoing contract, rather than their own copies.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Future of the Internet by Jonathan Zittrain, 2019
Digital media are licensed, not owned, meaning consumers' rights can be revoked, unlike physical copies.
In simple terms: Digital media are licensed, not owned, and can be revoked.
Key Takeaway
Understand licensing limits of digital goods.
Themes
digital rights
ownership
consumer protection
license law
Mood
cautious
informative
Type
legal
educational
When to use this quote
- online music streaming
- e‑book platforms
- software subscriptions
Key Concepts
intellectual property
digital economy
user rights
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you know the terms of your digital purchases?
- How would you protect your access to digital media?
A Different Perspective
Licensing can restrict usage and lead to loss of access.
