Introduction Computer technology has created a new revolution in how intellectual property is created, stored, reproduced and disseminated. ... Of course computers have given rise to a whole new category of intellectual property, especially computer software. ... OEM software is a special version of software that must be distributed pre-installed on the hard drive of a PC when it's manufactured or bundled with computer hardware. OEM software should never be distributed without a corresponding PC or computer hardware. Certain Microsoft software titles are produced, sold, and distribut...

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In a corporate setting or business, every computer must have its own set of original software and the appropriate number of manuals. ... In 1974, the government created the Natural Commission on New Technological Uses (CONTU) to investigate whether the evolving computer technology field outpaced the existing copyright laws and also to determine the extent of copyright protection for computer programs. ... The CONTU report resulted in the 1980 Computer Software Act, and the report acts as informal legislative history to aid the courts in interpreting the Act. In 1980, the Copyright Act was amen...

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In a corporate setting or business, every computer must have its own set of original software and the appropriate number of manuals. ... Since a computer program is textual, like a book, yet also mechanical, like the piano roll in White vs. ... In 1974, the government created the Natural Commission on New Technological Uses (CONTU) to investigate whether the evolving computer technology field outpaced the existing copyright laws and also to determine the extent of copyright protection for computer programs. ... In 1980, the Copyright Act was amended to explicitly include computer programs. ...

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Computers and software have developed significantly since the start of the computer revolution. From the first computer, software has become more important. Our lives all revolve around computers and software. ... Unfortunately, it is not that easy when dealing with such a complex matter such as computer software. ... Currently, software copying is generally considered a copy of the original code such as when a backup of software is created as well as when people load a program into their computer a copy of that program will go into their computer's memory. ...

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As we have already mentioned, there is a system in place with personal computers, and it is reasonable to assume that this template will offer some protection. ... " If the physical product is owned, they explain, a 3D scanner can make a computer model that can be replicated. ... Weinberg says, "Just as computers have allowed us to become makers of movies, writers of articles, and creators of music, 3D printers allow everyone to become creators of things....

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As we have already mentioned, there is a system in place with personal computers, and it is reasonable to assume that this template will offer some protection. ... " If the physical product is owned, they explain, a 3D scanner can make a computer model that can be replicated. ... Weinberg says, "Just as computers have allowed us to become makers of movies, writers of articles, and creators of music, 3D printers allow everyone to become creators of things....

• Word Count: 2695
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate