Session 11: The protection of software

Question 1

Why SW need to be protected?

Answer 1

• Developers spend countless hours designing, coding, and testing software to ensure its functionality and reliability.
• Without proper protection, their works, labor can be easily copied, distributed or stolen by others.

Question 2

What is Copyright protection?

Answer 2

• A legal right granted to the creator or owner of an original work.
• Copyright protect original works of authorship, such as books, music, movies, softwares and artwork.

Prevents others from copying or using the work without permission.

Question 3

What is Patent protection?

Answer 3

Protects new inventions or processes, by granting the exclusive right to make, use, or sell the invention.

Gives inventors exclusive rights to make, use, or sell the invention for a set period

Question 4

What is Trade Secrets?

Answer 4

Confidential business information that provides a competitive edge, such as formulas, processes, or proprietary practices.

Keeps valuable information secret to maintain business advantages.

Question 5

What is Trademarks?

Answer 5

Helps consumers recognize and trust a brand, while preventing others from using similar identifiers

Question 6

What are the recent trends in protection of software?

Answer 6

1. Adaption of multi-layered security strategies.
2. Integration of Development, Security, and Operations (DevSecOps) practices.
3. Rise of the AI in software protection