How do I acquire a copyright? -

at least I think thats what I need. You see, I found a freelance mixer to record my bands music. But I found out (by asking a lawyer) that unless I have copyright, who ever produces the product and edits the music file is the owner of it. He or she can legally edit it however they want and call it their own, because I gave them the file. It s like if you write a report and give it to someone to publish. Without legal proof, anyone could call it their own and yo wouldn t have a leg to stand on. How do I get a copyright?

A copyright is implied to the originator of the song, unless there was a contract that gave the copyright to the producer. You can register your work with the US gov t at http://www.copyright.gov/register/.You generally don t need to register to have a valid copyright, but it makes it infinitely more difficult and expensive to claim if you haven t registered your work.

Check out www.uspto.gov for helpful tips.Good luck!

Is laptopsgoingcheap.com a legitimate company? Too good to be true? -

I stumbled upon a too good to be true laptop computer sale through http://www.google.com/products. I searched for the HP dv7-2180us and found that laptopsgoingcheap.com is selling them for $620.00 which is about half of the other retailers. The sites appears to have spawned from the UK (which isn t a good sign so far). I won t buy from them without any prior experience or some type of feedback so if you ve already been burned, post your response here. If you haven t already ordered, I don t recommend it at all at this point. The site advertises a 7-day return policy...wierder already. Here is their contact info, supposedly:Contact Us By Phone:+447024057519Contact Us By EMail:1 VICTORIA PLACE,THE PROMENADE,KINGSBRIDGE,DEVON,TQ7 1JGContact Us By EMaillaptopsgoingcheap@gmail.com OR cheaplaptopsonline@yahoo.comfrom:http://store03.prostores.com/servlet/laptopsgoingcheaponline/the-template/about/Page

I want to know the same thing, I just ordered from them and they said the credit card system was broke..They gave me the option of paying with money order or signing onto yahoo messenger to talk to a representative about how to pay with the credit card which would probably involve giving them my card number, so I m sayying EFF that.They had a really good deal for a Acer Aspire 1410 though :( 285$!!I m not going to trust it. I told them to let me pay with paypal, or nothing. They said they only accept paypal if you ordered more than 3 units. I replied saying make an exception or I m on the road.We ll see what they say. Lol. I wouldn t trust it though.

Yes, this site is a scam. http://store03.prostores.com/servlet/laptopsgoingcheaponline/StoreFront You can see from the url that the site is part of Prostores.com. I have notified them they have a fraudulent site and they said they would have it removed. As of 11-4-09 it was still operating. Report Abuse

If i sold you a virus proof computer? -

would you buy it? if i start my own opensource computer repair/maintanance business do you think it will succeed? if i build computers install linux on them like ubuntu/linuxmint would anyone be interested in buying an ubuntu machine? i sent an email to canonica and they said they approve of it and they will help me with tech support as well. It will be a computer place with all open source gadgets and free software. and ill sell computers cheaper because i dont need microsoft licencing on my custom built computers. and from there i would expand it to include gadgets as well. like opensource netbook/ notebooks/ cell phones. would it grow? linux is growing but what do you think?

It would not be feasible unless you start a network of distributors throughout the country to support and service your products. No one across the country will buy your product without assurance that they can get local support.That is why I prefer to sell things like stress-relievers and lapel pins, they require zero after sales support.

1. I wouldn t believe you. No such thing as a virus proof computer.2. No one will buy Linux because the vast majority of software runs on Windows.3. A little guy such as yourself may not be around to honor your warranty.4. Even with not paying for Windows you won t undercut the big guys on price.Those are the biggest reasons I wouldn t buy from you. Sorry.

What are some good ideas/methods for selling candy at school? -

I am trying to sell candy at school to buy some 45.00 Coogi Pants. I know you have to spend money to make money but I do not want to spend too much. I have an idea, where I can get a pencil box ( plastic container) and put the candy in there and sell, and when people get there candy I will put it in a plastic bag... Am I doing too much, Have any better ideas?

Many schools are clamping down on candy and junk food at school, also on students selling stuff on the premises, so first be sure it is ok for students to sell stuff, specifically candy, if it is not a school organization s fundraiser.People are pinching pennies these days, so if you are buying at a retail store, chances are that you cannot mark up the candy enough to really make any money. You d be better off finding neighbors, etc, who need a babysitter, someone to help put up holiday decorations, wash/detail cars, rake leaves, and other sorts of services. You could be making enough to put away hundreds (even thousands) for college, not just one pair of pants.

Is it fair to charge a handling fee on an ebay item? -

the buyer chooses to pickup rather than ship, Its Tuesday and they said they will be picking it up Friday. They are from a state over, I am definately trying to be fair, obviously i want opinions on this.If any extra info is needed please ask and I will fill in, if I missed anything!Thanks,Matt

Yes... handling fees include, travel, packaging, supplies, labor, and in this case, storage while you wait for them to show up. BE FAIR though. Handling fees should not be excessive. You did not say what the item was or how much it auctioned for, but be very reasonable with your handling fee. Also, did you or your ad indicate that if it were to be picked up that there will still be a handling fee involved? If you did not state that, you may not be able to charge them... be sure they know the EXACT price they will need to pay (and ask for CASH only) when they come to pick it up. Do NOT accept a check, money order, cashiers check... only CASH, otherwise it is possible that you will be out the product AND money AND you will have insufficient fees charged against you!

If I sell an item on ebay, and then give a refund (with paypal), do I get my Final Value Fee back? -

Partial refunds cannot be used with a FVF credit.If you have to give a full refund (remember to use the refund button so you get your paypal fees back), you have 2 choices:mutually agreed to cancel that requires the buyer to agree before you get the credit--so educate them first.unpaid item dispute...this doesn t require the buyer to agree but dings thim if it s isn t their fault.

No, you would have to file a claim through eBay and the buyer may get a penalty in order to get the FVF back

Does anyone have any idea of business to start up in Nigeria? -

Business ideasI will really appreciate your input...

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