“In the case of computer programs, this expression/idea distinction poses unique problems, because computer programs are essentially utilitarian articles which accomplish tasks, and they therefore contain many logical, structural, and visual display elements that are dictated by considerations of function and efficiency, as well as by external factors such as compatibility requirements and industry demands.”
Word of the Week: Fair Use
Fair use is an affirmative defense to allegations of copyright infringement, yet it remains a fuzzy or “elusive legal doctrine.”
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