ESC Lecture 3

A set of flashcards covering key concepts from the lecture on software licensing, contracts, and NDAs.

Software Licensing

A legal framework governing the use and distribution of software.

License Agreement

A legal contract specifying how software can be used, distributed, and modified between the software developer and the user.

Intellectual Property Rights

Legal rights protecting the creators' control over the use and distribution of their software.

Proprietary License

A type of software license where the software remains the property of the developer with limited user rights.

End-User License Agreement (EULA)

A common type of proprietary license granting limited rights to the user while prohibiting modifications and redistribution.

Open Source License

Licenses that allow users to freely use, modify, and distribute software, often under specific conditions.

Creative Commons

A non-profit organization providing free copyright licenses that allow creators to share their work while controlling its use.

Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

A legal contract establishing a confidential relationship between parties, protecting sensitive information from disclosure.

Contract

A legally binding agreement between parties outlining their rights and obligations.

Breach of Contract

Occurs when a party fails to perform as agreed in a contract.

Liability

The legal responsibility of software developers for damages caused by their software products.

Negligence

Failure to exercise reasonable care in designing, testing, or maintaining software, potentially leading to harm.