Describe How Users and Manufacturers Protect Against Software Theft

question 76

Essay

Describe how users and manufacturers protect against software theft.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor Hours

The total amount of time spent by employees directly involved in manufacturing products or providing services.

Overhead Volume Variance

The flexible budget at standard volume less the overhead applied. It is an estimate of the unused or overused fixed plant capacity.

Planned Overheads

The estimated costs of indirect materials, labor, and other expenses necessary to run operations that are budgeted for a specific period.

Actual Overheads

The real costs incurred in the day-to-day operation of a business, including utilities, rent, and maintenance.