About Microsoft copyrights...
The following links will provide information regarding permission to use specific copyrighted materials
such as images, software,
and text which are owned by Microsoft Corporation.
Obtaining Permission:
Find out when you should obtain written permission from Microsoft, and who to contact with regard to your request.
Do you need permission?
While many uses of Microsoft copyrighted materials do require written permission, some uses do not require written permission.
The first step is to go here to find out if you need written permission.
Use of Images
Check here to find out if you need to obtain special written permission to use Microsoft copyrighted images.
Use of Software
Check here to find out if you need to obtain special written permission to use Microsoft software.
Please review our Frequently Requested Software drop-down list, as it may contain the specific file you are requesting permission to use.
Use of Text
Check here to find out if you need to obtain special written permission to use Microsoft copyrighted text, such as books and manuals.
More Information
A computer program is one example of an original creation that can be protected by copyright.
Go here for a more in-depth look at copyrights and what they encompass.
