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“Entry is not equivalent to possession.” quote by Stephen Fry
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“Entry is not equivalent to possession.”

Stephen Fry

About This Quote

Source Interview: Stephen Fry on The Times, 2015

Having access does not mean you own or control what is accessed.

In simple terms: Access ≠ ownership.

Key Takeaway

Distinguish access from possession.

Themes

property rights digital ethics law

Mood

inquisitive critical

Type

legal philosophical

When to use this quote

  • technology policy
  • legal frameworks
  • personal data management

Key Concepts

intellectual property data ownership user rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines true ownership?
  • How do laws differentiate access and possession?
A Different Perspective

Ownership may still be limited by licensing.

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