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Software Piracy, 2002.
A study of computer software piracy.
2,005 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper examines the issue of software piracy and its promethean aspects. It examines the history of software piracy and looks at how widespread the problem has grown. The paper then evaluates the arguments both for and against software piracy, paying special attention to their techniques for dealing with the problem. Finally, the paper proposes common ground solutions where those on both sides of the issue can compromise.
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"Sara Baase likens computers to the Prometheus? gift of fire, full of both promise and peril (Baase 1996). Perhaps no issue illustrates this point more than the current debate over software piracy. Advocates for copyright protection see the widespread piracy as a bane for the development of new computer technology. The other camp views piracy as a victimless crime, one that allows the poor and disenfranchised access to prohibitively-priced technology.
According to the American Software Publishers Association, software piracy is the unauthorized duplication of computer software (Traphagan and Griffith, 1998). This duplication can be done with ease on any computer with no special equipment necessary, in the privacy of one?s home. These factors combine to make the duplication of computer software virtually impossible to regulate."
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Software Piracy, 2001.
This paper looks at the phenomenon of software piracy.
2,500 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 75.95
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An analysis of software piracy from an economic point of view. The paper provides charts of losses incurred by software companies due to piracy and domestic copying. It also looks at the ethical problems of software piracy.
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"Software is a term that is essentially synonymous with computer programs. Software is simply a set of instructions that cause the hardware (the physical machines that we see on the top of our desks) to do the things that we want them to do. Anyone with any amount of experience in dealing with computers knows that software comes in an almost uncountable variety of different types of programs. The two major types of programs are operating systems, which control the basic workings of a computer, and application software, which addresses the innumerable multitude of specific tasks for which people use computers, from classifying recipes to playing Tomb Raider. While system software often handles essential (but to the average user invisible and actually pretty dull) electronic chores such as maintaining disk files and managing the screen) application software performs word processing, manages databases ? and allows people like me to play really cool games. System software is less subject to piracy than is application software for at least two separate reasons (www.msnbc.com). The first is that nearly every computer today (at least those sold in the First World) come complete with systems software that is up-to-the-minute so there is simply no reason to copy it from someone else."
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Software Piracy, 2006.
Examines software piracy and copyright issues.
1,451 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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The paper examine the rate of piracy in the software industry around the world but focuses on the problem in India. It explores the issue of copyright in relation to software and also examines types of licenses available for software manufacturers.
Paper Outline:
What is Software Piracy?
What is Copyright?
Types of Licenses
What are the Dos and Don'ts of a Licensed Software
Bibliography
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"In the BSA study, eastern Europe was found to have the highest piracy rates, while Vietnam was the worst offending country with an estimated piracy rate of 94 per cent. Despite lower piracy rates, north America, Asia/Pacific and western Europe once again accounted for the bulk of the lost revenues comprising 85 per cent of global losses.
North America continued to be the region with the lowest piracy rate - at 26 per cent - but even that was up one percentage point from 2000. Total losses due to software piracy in the US were more than $1.8bn, down from $2.6bn in 2000."
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Software Piracy, 2004.
Examines the issue of peer-to-peer software copying.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper begins by defining software piracy before showing how publishers are dealing with the problem of peer-to-peer (P2P) copying. It examines how companies are approaching the problem of lost revenues and the legalities of software piracy. The paper includes an outline.
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"Other gaming publishers are trying a few different methods to work with the P2P issue. Trymedia, Softwrap and Macromedia offer software that stops games from being copied or restricts access to them, so that potential customers can try a game before deciding whether to buy it, or can play a demo version. Usually, when players download protected files on a P2P network, a link brings them to a site where they can pay to unlock the fun version or buy a legitimate copy. If they share that game with others, the copied version will revert to trial mode."
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Software Piracy, 2006.
This paper examines the crippling effects to the computer industry due to the production and distribution of illegally pirated software programs.
2,745 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 82.95
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This paper explores America's ever increasing dependency on computers and advanced technology which results in the computer industry becoming a prime target for theft and corruption. As we continue to move into an information-based society, increasingly reliant on the internet and various other information technology services, computer software lies at the core of this transformation. The writer of this paper delves into the various forms of software and video piracy which is rampant and negatively impacting both business and consumers. This paper stresses the need for stricter regulations and penalties for illegally producing and distributing pirated material. The writer also discusses the billions of dollars being spent each year to prevent software piracy which still continues to occur at an alarming rate.
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"So, with this huge amount of piracy going on, more than just your average criminal is taking part. Other than for saving money or profiting, do any other reasons exist for software pirating? Actually, many legitimate reasons are provided that can cause even the most hardcore anti-piracy advocate to consider them. In fact, courts are currently dealing with some of these issues, as will be outlined later on. The following provides a short overview of some of the arguments favoring software duplication or the exchange of "freeware," as it is often referred to. If software companies had their way, every part of their software application would be kept secret. This secrecy, according to software pirates, hinders software development, because it prevents programmers from building on the previous technology."
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Free Software and Open Source Software, 2006.
This paper discusses the differences between the terms 'free Software' and 'open source software'.
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This paper discusses free software and open source software, noting that free software actually refers to software providing specific kinds of freedom to users, while "open source software" means that the user is made privy to the code so he or she can change the software as well as use it. The writer maintains that much of the argument dates to 1984 and the publication of the "Gnu Manifesto," written by Richard Stallman.
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"Software developers differ on the relative value of the terms "free software" or "open source software." The terms are not completely identical. Free software could be any software for which no charge is made, though it actually refers to software providing specific kinds of freedom to users, while "open source software" means that the user is made privy to the code so he or she can change the software as well as use it. By either name, the associated vision of software and users challenges the usual idea of copyright and intellectual property."
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Open Source Software, 2002.
Examines what factors contribute to governments choosing open source software or proprietary software.
3,388 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 23 sources, MLA, $ 96.95
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Open source software has recently emerged as the front runner for many industries as the primary method of code production, as it is widely predicted to provide more options for its users in a quicker, quality improved and cost effective format than the more traditional proprietary software. Linux, the dominant player in the market, is a considerable threat to the Microsoft operating system, which has successfully established itself in the global market. Beyond its commercial potential, open source software possesses a potential goldmine in the government sector. However, questions regarding security and privacy continue to plague government officials in their pursuits of this option. This paper provides an overview of open source software as well as proprietary software and their primary components. It provides an evaluation of government options in relation to the products available on the market and discusses the social construction of open source software versus the technological determinism of proprietary software. The paper includes colored graphs.
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"The Linux operating system is the chief product that many new open source customers consider as their primary choice. Many IT experts find that Linux is more powerful when enthusiasm is brought into the picture (Zetlin 38). Therefore, learning the ins and outs of the system can take some time and may require some work beyond normal business hours. For this reason, training in Linux and other similar open source offerings should be a primary concern for IT professionals in order to improve its potential and to reduce the possibility of security flaws."
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Software Programs, 1991.
This paper examines whether, as some computer users have said, the best software-copy protection scheme is a good manual: Copyright laws, ethical computer use, piracy and emphasizes inadequacy of computer manuals.
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"The purpose of this research is to examine whether, as some computer users have said, the best software-copy protection scheme is a good manual. The plan of the research will be to set forth the context in which the issue of software theft and attendant copyright law has emerged, and then to discuss the features of copyright laws that apply to software, the use of copy-protection devices and methods in common use, arguments surrounding the issue of copyright laws as applied to software, and novel business approaches to software copyright protection.
The issue of ethics and software use has been placed before the computer-professional community for a number of years. As early as 1978, before the term Personal Computer (PC) had passed into the language, professional technicians were concerned to frame the issue of ethics and legal ramifications of software ... "
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Software Testing In The Product Life Cycle, 2007.
A research analysis of the place of software testing in the development and life-cycle of a software product.
4,289 words (approx. 17.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 113.95
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This paper aims to provide an overview of software testing throughout the development and life-cycle of a software product. It focuses on the need for testing and how testing fits into the software development life-cycle. The paper presents a research component that analyzes how to formulate a software testing strategy prior to deploying and releasing a software product.
Table of Contents:
Definitions and Terms in the Research
Objective
Introduction
Software Testing Overview
Purpose of Software Testing Categories
Life-cycle Phase Testing Categories
Software Testing Tools
Test Automation Overview
Product Life Cycle Test Automation
Product Life Cycle
Application Test Tools
Classic Testing Mistakes
Developing a Team of Testers is Key in Software Development and Testing
Summary and Conclusion
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"The introduction of technology and features being developed in the rapid action which this occurs and to, at the same time, make improvement to the quality of the product and as well to respond to the issues of customers in product development is quite an initiative to undertake. Driving development and quality assurance of software are the technology market which is characterized by an extremely fast past and the revisions are released just as quickly. While quality is considered to be important in the high-tech marketplace new and robust features are considered even more important. (Ben-Yaacov and Gazlay, 2001) Four key measurements of the software product quality have been identified to be the technology, features, freedom from bugs and responsive support. (Ben-Yaacov and Gazlay, 2001)"
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The Use of Open Source Software, 2006.
A research paper on the legal implications for European Union governments concerning the use of open source software in government and public service.
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This research paper focuses on European Union (EU) government policy relating to market economies of open source software. The paper discusses the official position and current EU policies regarding open source software, examines a legal case study concerning open source software vs. proprietary software and looks at Brazil's policy regarding this subject. Additionally, the paper looks into EU intellectual property law and a new proposed software patent directive and how each will affect open source legality in the EU.
Table of Contents
Current EU Software Policy: Any Directives,
Regulations, White-papers and Official Documents
Detailing the Current Official Position of the European
Union on Software
Free and Open Source Software versus Proprietary
Software Legal Case Study -
How will E.U. Governments be Affected if They Follow
the Brazilian Example, and its Effect on E.U.
Intellectual Property Policy?
How will E.U. Intellectual Property Law and New
Proposed Software Patent Directive Affect Open
Source Legality in the EU?
Legal Cases that Set Precedents for Intellectual
Property Concern in Open Source Software Use
Conclusion and Summary
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"The "Television without Frontiers Directive" focuses on the creation of necessary conditions to allowing television broadcasts free movement all across the EU region. Secondly "Communication" of 2004 clarifies the method by the Directive is applied in relation to the interactive techniques of advertising that are yet new." (Information Society and Media, 2005) Other issues are yet under review and are stated to have the capacity to result in amendments of the TVWF Directive or the new directives proposal by 2005 years end. Other EU policy framework is inclusive of regulations that "promote competition between infrastructure providers and service providers while ensuring access for user of networks and citizen's rights; measures on copyright and digital rights management; access to and use of public information, as specified under the Public Sector Information Directive; and eInclusion, ensuring that all Europeans can access the new generation of digital content and services." (Information Society and Media, 2005)"
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Software Testing and Design, 2000.
An examination of the interdependent process of designing new software and testing it for errors and debugging, focusing on procedural software and object-oriented software.
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"Before discussing the comparative testing requirements of traditional, procedural software and object-oriented software, it is necessary to ask a basic question: what does it mean to test software? The answer given by one authority is simple and straightforward. According to Glenford Myers, "testing is the process of executing a program with the intent of finding errors" (Williams, 1995, p. 252). Errors are inevitable; has anyone ever written "Hello, world" in a new language for the first time and had it run on the first attempt?
Moreover, the most serious errors are not those that cause the program to fail to compile, or even runtime errors that produce obvious nonsense output. A tricker class of errors -- and particularly difficult for the designers to find -- are those that result from unintended "error" inputs. The designers, who know..."
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Software Requirements Engineering, 2002.
A look at the software requirements engineering process part of the analysis phase of the software development life cycle.
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This paper discusses how today software requirements analysis has become an indispensable part of software development. It examines how the system development life cycle incorporates the complete analysis, design and maintenance of any software project wherein each phase of the project is meticulously planned and based on the previous phase. It considers the requirements engineering process in a little detail.
Outline
Introduction
The Software Requirements Specification
Languages for Requirements Specification (Automated Tools)
PSL/PSA
RSL/REVS
Structured Analysis and Design Technique
Effect of Bad Requirements Analysis
Conclusion
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"The software requirements specification is a comprehensive document, which presents all the different aspects involved in the software development. This includes the product overview, data flow, functional requirements, performance requirements, methods to handle exceptions, provisions for modification etc. It is desirable that the software specification or requirements report should be correct, complete, consistent, clear, functional, verifiable, traceable and easily changeable. If the requirements are badly stated or incomplete we might end up developing software that satisfies the requirements but still way behind the user expectations."
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Piracy and International Law, 2006.
A discussion of the problem of piracy and the difficulties associated with bringing the perpetrators of acts of piracy to justice.
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The problem of piracy has begun to escalate in recent years. In modern times, this is a problem that is frequently conducted by organized crime or even governments, using sophisticated modern equipment. It is a very serious problem, as lives and livelihoods are frequently lost, at the hands of utterly callous criminals. This paper discusses the escalation in the number of acts of piracy and the effect it has on its victims. The paper also looks at how criminals are using modern technology and equipment to commit acts of piracy and how the international nature of the crime makes it more difficult to bring the problem under control.
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"The problem of piracy has begun to escalate in recent years. In modern times, this is a problem that is frequently conducted by organized crime or even governments, using sophisticated modern equipment. It is a very serious problem, as lives and livelihoods are frequently lost, at the hands of utterly callous criminals. As it is by definition a crime that takes place in international territory, it is an international crime. (Pike) This means that the crisis needs to be addressed by the international community - making it all the more challenging and complex to bring the situation under control."
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Risk Assessment Software Applications, 2004.
An analysis of the effectiveness of risk assessment software applications in the workplace.
11,473 words (approx. 45.9 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 224.95
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The risk assessment process is becoming increasingly important, but it has assumed enormously complex dimensions at the same time. Risk assessment has reached a new level of importance in the Information Age. The growth of sophisticated networked information systems and distributed computing has created a potentially dangerous environment for private and public organizations. This paper examines these issues and provides an analysis of popular risk assessment applications. An original comparison table is provided.
Chapter One: Introduction
Statement of Hypothesis, Research Problem, or Statement of the Purpose
Outline of Thesis/Project
Chapter Two: Methodology/Layout or Reason
Chapter Three: Literature Review
Industrial Settings and Software
Business Credit Settings and Software
Primary Software
Secondary Software
Risk Assessment Software for Credit Applications
Accounts Receivable Processing (ARP) Company
Advisa, Inc.
C/LECT Consulting, Inc.
Competix
Credit & Management Systems, Inc.
Dun & Bradstreet
eCredible, Ltd.
eCredit.com
Experian
GETPAID Corporation
I-many, Inc. (formerly ChiCor, Inc.)
Magnum Communications, Ltd.
9ci, Inc.
NMC Technologies, Inc.
Risk Assessment in Financial Institutions
Selected Banking Risk Management Software
Chapter Four: Pros and Cons
Chapter Five: Findings
Establish the Context
Identify Situations that Have Risk Implications
Analyze and Assess Risk
Design Response Strategies
Implement and Integrate
Measure, Monitor and Report
Chapter Six: Conclusion and Recommendations
Works Cited
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"Risk assessment has reached a new level of importance in the Information Age. The growth of sophisticated networked information systems and distributed computing has created a potentially dangerous environment for private and public organizations. ?Critical data -- such as from trade secrets, proprietary information, troop movements, sensitive medical records and financial transactions -- flows through these systems? (Hammond 1999:69). Consequently, organizations are becoming increasingly concerned with potential exposure and are looking for ways to evaluate their organization's security profile today. Risk assessment software applications systems allow researchers, managers and others to perform "what if" analyses of the value of their information and various threats and vulnerabilities. For instance, risk assessment software systems such as NetSolar by Cisco, use both passive analysis and active probing methods to identify security vulnerabilities, which may increase the efficiency of vulnerability identification and reduce false-positive results. Hamilton reports that these technical assessments can differentiate between infrastructure devices (routers, switches, or firewalls) and host devices (user workstations or servers such as e-mail servers and Web servers). ?Technical vulnerability tools can find vulnerabilities in network TCP/IP hosts, UNIX hosts, Windows NT hosts, Web servers, mail servers, FTP servers, firewalls, routers and switches? (Hamilton 1999:69)."
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