17.15 Copyright Interests-Derivative Work is a form of Intellectual Property (IP) law that protects the original work of authorship from being copied or modified without their permission. It applies to original works such as literature, music, software, art, photography, and other creative works. It also applies to derivative works that are based on the original work, such as translations, adaptations, or remixes. The creator of the original work has exclusive rights over the work, and any unauthorized use is an infringement of their copyright. These rights include the right to reproduce, distribute, display, and create derivative works.