AIU Informatics and Communications Chapter 12 Law Quiz

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What is the purpose of ethics in the context of computers and information systems?

  • To define the ownership of software
  • To determine if an action is legal or illegal
  • To grant exclusive rights to reproduce, publish, and sell software
  • To regulate the usage of computers and information systems (correct)

What does the copyright note for software typically include?

  • The publishing company's logo
  • The copyright symbol, owner's name, and publishing year (correct)
  • The user's name and address
  • The exclusive rights to reproduce, publish, and sell the software

What rights do software developers have on their work?

  • Rights to determine the legality of usage
  • Rights to transfer ownership of the software
  • Rights to distribute software freely
  • Exclusive rights to reproduce and sell their work (correct)

What does purchasing software grant the user?

<p>A license to use the software (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of purchasing a software license?

<p>It allows the user to use the software legally (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way are computers similar to other inventions?

<p>They require ethical regulations for usage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between end user license and site license?

<p>End user license allows installation on one computer, while site license is used for network users. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software allows the user to know the application features for free, but requires a license to be bought after a limited time?

<p>Shareware (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes open-source software from commercial software?

<p>Open-source software allows modification and redistribution, while commercial software does not. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of freeware?

<p>It is distributed for free by companies for promotional purposes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of reverse engineering?

<p>To duplicate or reproduce a technology without permission. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action constitutes software piracy?

<p>Distributing intellectual property in a way that violates the license agreement. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the rights granted under an end user license?

<p>Installation on one computer, making one backup copy, and transferring ownership to another member. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does buying a site license cost less than buying multiple end user licenses for network users?

<p>Site licenses are designed for network users, so they are more cost-effective for multiple users. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of commercial software?

<p>It restricts users with exclusive usage conditions and keeps the code unrevealed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes open-source software?

<p>It allows code modification and redistribution. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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