The problem with plagiarism

The problem with plagiarism

October 21, 2012 7:34 AM

Quentin Rowan was caught plagiarizing many books, including James Bond stories, to create his own spy novel. Plagiarism also ended the career of New York Times writer Jayson Blair. Lee Cowan reports on how technology makes stealing words easier - and easier to catch.

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