Smarts and Then Some, Inc developed a software program after several years of research and development. The particular software program was then test-marketed, at which point a competitor filed suit claiming that the Smarts and Then Some program violated the competitor's copyright on a program they too were test-marketing. What is the test to determine whether a copyright has been violated?


With the passage of the Computer Software Copyright Act of 1980, greater clarity was brought to answering the question of whether a software copyright is violated. In rendering a decision regarding software copyright violation, courts today attempt to determine the degree of similarity between the two programs in terms of structure, flow, sequence, and organization.

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This question contains two parts; be sure to answer both. First, define noise and describe how it can disrupt the communication process. Second, imagine that you are studying for a final exam for a difficult course. Think about where you typically study. What are the sources of noise in that environment? Describe each, and propose a plan for reducing or eliminating noise so that you can concentrate on your studies.

What will be an ideal response?

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Establishing the nonprofit’s mission is the responsibility of the organization’s ______.

A. board B. members C. chief executive officer D. human resources department

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Which type of organizational structure groups employees according to the tasks they perform for the organization, such as marketing, finance, and human resources?

A. divisional B. simple C. matrix D. functional

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

In the Trueblood Committee Report, the meaning of the word accountability is limited to the functions of safekeeping of assets and ensuring that they are used in accordance with investors’ purposes.

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