Open Source Software Law
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Open Source Software Law
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Author : Rod Dixon
language : en
Publisher: Artech House
Release Date : 2004
Open Source Software Law written by Rod Dixon and has been published by Artech House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Business & Economics categories.
The convenient, fully searchable CD-ROM provides instant access to helpful license templates and important sections of laws.
Legal Issues Relating To Free And Open Source Software
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Author : Graham Bassett
language : en
Publisher: Queensland University of Technology School of Law
Release Date : 2003
Legal Issues Relating To Free And Open Source Software written by Graham Bassett and has been published by Queensland University of Technology School of Law this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Computers categories.
Examines the problems of asserting intellectual property rights in the field of Information Technology as it affects software programs and the public domain and the rights of open access such as the Linux operating system. The issues featured in this volume are directly relevant to all users and interested parties.
Understanding Open Source And Free Software Licensing
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Author : Andrew M. St. Laurent
language : en
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Release Date : 2004-08-16
Understanding Open Source And Free Software Licensing written by Andrew M. St. Laurent and has been published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc." this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-08-16 with Business & Economics categories.
The book wraps up with a look at the legal effects--both positive and negative--of open source/free software licensing.
Intellectual Property And Open Source
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Author : Van Lindberg
language : en
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Release Date : 2008-07-15
Intellectual Property And Open Source written by Van Lindberg and has been published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc." this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-07-15 with Computers categories.
"Clear, correct, and deep, this is a welcome addition to discussions of law and computing for anyone -- even lawyers!"-- Lawrence Lessig, Professor of Law at Stanford Law School and founder of the Stanford Center for Internet and Society If you work in information technology, intellectual property is central to your job -- but dealing with the complexities of the legal system can be mind-boggling. This book is for anyone who wants to understand how the legal system deals with intellectual property rights for code and other content. You'll get a clear look at intellectual property issues from a developer's point of view, including practical advice about situations you're likely to encounter. Written by an intellectual property attorney who is also a programmer, Intellectual Property and Open Source helps you understand patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and licenses, with special focus on the issues surrounding open source development and the GPL. This book answers questions such as: How do open source and intellectual property work together? What are the most important intellectual property-related issues when starting a business or open source project? How should you handle copyright, licensing and other issues when accepting a patch from another developer? How can you pursue your own ideas while working for someone else? What parts of a patent should be reviewed to see if it applies to your work? When is your idea a trade secret? How can you reverse engineer a product without getting into trouble? What should you think about when choosing an open source license for your project? Most legal sources are too scattered, too arcane, and too hard to read. Intellectual Property and Open Source is a friendly, easy-to-follow overview of the law that programmers, system administrators, graphic designers, and many others will find essential.
The Rise Of Open Source Licensing
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Author : Mikko Välimäki
language : en
Publisher: Turre Publishing
Release Date : 2005
The Rise Of Open Source Licensing written by Mikko Välimäki and has been published by Turre Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Computer software industry categories.
Unravelling The Myth Around Open Source Licences
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Author : Lucie Guibault
language : en
Publisher: T.M.C. Asser Press
Release Date : 2006
Unravelling The Myth Around Open Source Licences written by Lucie Guibault and has been published by T.M.C. Asser Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Law categories.
Open source software licences are based on two fundamental principles: the possibility for users to use the software for any purpose and the possibility to modify and redistribute it without prior authorisation from the initial developer. Some open source software licences, like the General Public Licence (GPL), also impose a corollary obligation on the licensee: to make the source code available to other developers. The idea behind this form of licensing is that when programmers can read, redistribute and modify the source code for a piece of software, the software evolves. A number of legal challenges need to be addressed in order to ensure the most efficient deployment of open content licences in Europe and in the Netherlands, not least because most open source licences originate from the United States. This study gives an overview of the current legal situation regarding the use of open source software licences and investigates how the most commonly used open source software licences measure up to Dutch and European law. How does the distinct production and distribution model of open source licences fit in the current legal framework? Does the current legal environment support the use of open source licences or does it rather impede their use? In this last case, would certain adaptations to the law or to the licence terms be appropriate? By its in-depth analysis and clear conclusions, Unravelling the Myth around Open Source Licences amply contributes to the understanding of this complex field that policy makers, regulators, and academics so crucially require. Taking the provisions of the GNU GPL, the BSD, and the Mozilla Public Licence as examples, it investigates the implications of open source licensing from a private law, copyright law and patent law perspective. It also takes a brief look at the issue of the enforcement of these licences. To facilitate the use and enforcement of open source software licences in Europe, and more particularly in the Netherlands, the authors conclude their study by making a number of recommendations for the adaptation of the licence terms with a view to enhancing their compliance with the legal requirements. Lucie Guibault is Senior Researcher at the University of Amsterdam’s Institute for Information Law (IViR). Ot van Daalen is an attorney with the firm of De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek in Amsterdam. This is Volume 8 in the Information Technology and Law (IT&Law) Series
Open Source And The Law
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
Open Source And The Law written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Open source software categories.
With reference to India.
The International Free And Open Source Software Law Book
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Author : Ywein van den Brande
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-08-25
The International Free And Open Source Software Law Book written by Ywein van den Brande and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-08-25 with Computer software industry categories.
As legal systems differ throughout the world there are significant differences in how Free and Open Source Software licenses are treated in different countries, and it can be difficult to obtain reliable information on national interpretations. The International Free and Open Source Software Law Book engages with this by providing a clear yet thorough analysis of Free and Open Source legal matters written and maintained by local experts. The publication is targeted towards lawyers, jurists and academics, and positioned as an international bench mark reference work. It provides an introduction to software protection, a general analysis of FOSS under local legislation and an overview of local FOSS cases (if any) for each country covered. The 2nd edition of the book features both new and updated chapters to ensure professionals remain abreast of the latest developments and market growth of Open Source.
Principles Of The Law Of Software Contracts
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2007
Principles Of The Law Of Software Contracts written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Computer contracts categories.
Open Source Licensing
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Author : Lawrence E. Rosen
language : en
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Release Date : 2005
Open Source Licensing written by Lawrence E. Rosen and has been published by Prentice Hall this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Computers categories.
"I have studied Rosen's book in detail and am impressed with its scope and content. I strongly recommend it to anybody interested in the current controversies surrounding open source licensing." --John Terpstra, Samba.org; cofounder, Samba-Team "Linux and open source software have forever altered the computing landscape. The important conversations no longer revolve around the technology but rather the business and legal issues. Rosen's book is must reading for anyone using or providing open source solutions." --Stuart Open Source Development Labs A Complete Guide to the Law of Open Source for Developers, Managers, and Lawyers Now that open source software is blossoming around the world, it is crucial to understand how open source licenses work--and their solid legal foundations. Open Source Initiative general counsel Lawrence Rosen presents a plain-English guide to open source law for developers, managers, users, and lawyers. Rosen clearly explains the intellectual property laws that support open source licensing, carefully reviews today's leading licenses, and helps you make the best choices for your project or organization. Coverage includes: Explanation of why the SCO litigation and other attacks won't derail open source Dispelling the myths of open source licensing Intellectual property law for nonlawyers: ownership and licensing of copyrights, patents, and trademarks "Academic licenses" BSD, MIT, Apache, and beyond The "reciprocal bargain" at the heart of the GPL Alternative licenses: Mozilla, CPL, OSL and AFL Benefits of open source, and the obligations and risks facing businesses that deploy open source software Choosing the right license: considering business models, product architecture, IP ownership, license compatibility issues, relicensing, and more Enforcing the terms and conditions of open source licenses Shared source, eventual source, and other alternative models to open source Protecting yourself against lawsuits