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Computer Software: Protection/Liability/Law/Forms discusses issues relating to computer software and the often–obscure intersections between intellectual property law and contract, tax, and consumer law. This work: • Explains the legal, business, and tax issues affecting software-related dealings • Provides more than 100 customizable sample forms and documents, which are accompanied by commentary and cautions • Examines intellectual property, contract, tax, regulatory, tort, and consumer law • Discusses software publishing, custom development, and licensing Topics include: • Avenues of appeal if the U.S. Copyright Office refuses to register a copyright claim • Dangers of software developers losing trade secrets when state and local governments license software • The final Shareware Regulations governing the recordation of documents pertaining to computer software • Problem of “false positive” indications from computer virus detection programs • Income characterization and tips on how to qualify for capital gains treatment • Restrictive agreements in employment contracts • International licensing and the sale of software
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