Q&A: How do I avoid copyright infringement if the movie I’m making has characters using specific types ofcomputers?

Question by : How do I avoid copyright infringement if the movie I’m making has characters using specific types ofcomputers?
I’m making a movie that revolves around 5 characters using computers and cell phones to communicate. I’m worried about lots of things, like the appearance of a particular operating system and showing brand names on monitors/computer tower. Also I want them to use chat and social networking sites. What about basic programs like Microsoft word? Could I film someone typing in word, but just not show the “Microsoft Word” title/logo? Would I be able to get away with them using things like AIM and FaceBook as long as I don’t show the words “AIM” and “Facebook”? If I’m not able to use those programs at all, then what are my options? Would I need to somehow create my own chat programs and social networking sites? What about the general recognizable appearance of the Windows operating system? Would that be an issue?

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Answer by You can’t ban John Guzzi
You can just use Linux, which is free and not-copyrightable.

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