Computer Software and Intellectual Property Rights
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What is the major concern related to computer software and intellectual property rights?

  • Software patents
  • Copyright laws
  • Software piracy (correct)
  • Software licensing

What is the term used to describe the legal rights granted to the creators of original software?

  • Digital rights management
  • Software patents
  • Copyright laws
  • Intellectual property rights (correct)

What is the primary goal of software licensing agreements?

  • To generate revenue for software developers
  • To ensure fair use of software
  • To prevent digital piracy
  • To protect intellectual property rights (correct)

What is the term used to describe the illegal copying, distribution, or use of software?

<p>Digital piracy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of copyright laws in relation to software?

<p>To protect original software creations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What led to the protection of software by law?

<p>Software manufacturers started filing for patents and copyrights (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of software patents and copyrights?

<p>To protect intellectual property rights (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is software piracy an act of?

<p>Copying, distributing, or using proprietary software (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did software piracy become illegal?

<p>After software manufacturers started filing for patents and copyrights (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consequence of software piracy?

<p>Legal action against the violator (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of products have been presenting many problems for those seeking protection under intellectual property rights law?

<p>Computer software (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is computer software difficult to protect under intellectual property rights law?

<p>Because it is elusive and intangible (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary concern when it comes to protecting computer software?

<p>Copyright infringement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of intellectual property rights law in relation to computer software?

<p>Copyright protection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be a consequence of inadequate protection of computer software under intellectual property rights law?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Protecting Computer Software

  • Software piracy is the act of copying, distributing, or using proprietary software, and it is illegal.
  • Software piracy is a major problem concerning computer software and intellectual property rights (IPR).
  • Software manufacturers protect their products and creations by filing for patents and copyrights.
  • Computer software has been protected by law since software manufacturers started filing for patents and copyrights.
  • Computer products, especially software, can be difficult to protect under intellectual property rights law due to their elusive nature.

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This quiz covers the importance of protecting computer software and intellectual property rights, with a focus on software piracy.

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