In a message dated 12/10/2003 4:24:28 PM Eastern Standard Time, khixson@nu-world.com writes: There are exceptions, usually a short sentence like that won't be considered to be of significant value, you can quote people to illustrate a point, a viewpoint, to give examples of what a book or article is about, etc., provided you give credit for the quotes Fair use of a copyrighted work for purposes of criticism, comment, reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research is not an infringement. In the USA they consider the following factors: Purpose (profit vs.nonprofit) The nature of the work The percentage of the portion used in relation to the entire work The effect of the use on the potential value of the work. Mark Mazer Intarsia Ltd. Gaylordsville, Connecticut 06755-0142 USA http://www.therapyshapes.com/ USDA Zone 5 Giant Schnauzer Rescue