This post was published on September 01, 2014. In continuation to the previous post in this series, we will today be looking into copyright protection...
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Intellectual Property Protection for Computer Programs – Part I
This post was first published on 28th August, 2014. A computer program is an intellectual creation and can be protected by Intellectual Property (IP) Law,...
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This post was first published on 15th October, 2014. In the final post of this series, we shall be looking into the concept of software...
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This post was first published on 1st September, 2014. In continuation to the previous post in the series, we shall now be looking into the system...
Read more about Intellectual Property Protection for Computer Programs – Part IICommon Public License Version 1.0
The Common Public License Version 1.0 is an IBM-drafted open source license detailing copyright and patent rights, distribution conditions, and liability limitations. It sets clear rules on commercial distribution and modification, maintaining a structured legal framework for software use.
Read more about Common Public License Version 1.0Common Development and Distribution License (CDDL) – Version 1.0
The Common Development and Distribution License (CDDL) sets out the rights and responsibilities for use, modification, and distribution of Sun Microsystems software. It outlines key conditions, including source code disclosure and clear identification of modifications, while limiting liability and warranty.
Read more about Common Development and Distribution License (CDDL) – Version 1.0Mozilla Public License Version 1.1
The Mozilla Public License Version 1.1 grants comprehensive copyright and patent rights for open source software distribution. It sets clear conditions for modification, distribution, and liability, striking a balance between open access and legal compliance.
Read more about Mozilla Public License Version 1.1Is use of Java APIs by Google Fair Use?
This article analyses whether Google’s use of Java APIs constitutes fair use, focusing on the legal proceedings between Oracle and Google. The discussion highlights the implications for software copyright and open source development.
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