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What is the main purpose of Section 117 in relation to proprietary software?
What is the main purpose of Section 117 in relation to proprietary software?
- To apply to the end-user and restrict the terms of the license agreement
- To exempt the end-user from the terms of the license agreement
- To allow the software publisher to compel the end-user to accept all terms of the license agreement (correct)
- To ensure the end-user has the ability to share, alter, and use the software code
What is the key characteristic of proprietary software?
What is the key characteristic of proprietary software?
- The software is owned by multiple parties
- The software is open source and freely available
- The software is the legal property of one party (correct)
- The software has no terms of use or licensing agreements
Which of the following is NOT a well-known example of proprietary software?
Which of the following is NOT a well-known example of proprietary software?
- Adobe Photoshop
- Linux (correct)
- Corel Draw
- Microsoft Windows
What is the main role of the Business Software Alliance (BSA) in the Philippines?
What is the main role of the Business Software Alliance (BSA) in the Philippines?
What is the first step in installing software from a CD/DVD?
What is the first step in installing software from a CD/DVD?
What should you do if the installer offers Express or Custom installation options?
What should you do if the installer offers Express or Custom installation options?
Why does using Licensed Software help the economy?
Why does using Licensed Software help the economy?
What right does Section 117 of the Copyright Act provide to the owner of software?
What right does Section 117 of the Copyright Act provide to the owner of software?
What does a proprietary software license aim to achieve?
What does a proprietary software license aim to achieve?
What distinguishes Licensed Software from 'pirated' software?
What distinguishes Licensed Software from 'pirated' software?
Why is it emphasized that the owner of a copy of software has the right to use it?
Why is it emphasized that the owner of a copy of software has the right to use it?
What role does ownership play in the legal use of software under Section 117 of the Copyright Act?
What role does ownership play in the legal use of software under Section 117 of the Copyright Act?
