The Courts Have Had Difficulty Deciding Whether Computer Programs Are

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Essay

The courts have had difficulty deciding whether computer programs are covered by copyright legislation or not. Discuss how this has been resolved.

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Definitions:

Job Order Cost Systems

An accounting method that assigns costs to specific batches or job orders, tracking the direct materials, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead per job.

Materials Costs

The total expense incurred to acquire raw materials that are directly used in the production of goods or services.

Overhead

describes the ongoing business expenses not directly attributed to creating a product or service, including rent, utilities, and insurance.

Job Order Costing

A costing method used in manufacturing where costs are assigned to specific orders, batches, or lots.