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:

Fair Value

The estimated price at which an asset can be bought or sold in an orderly transaction between market participants at the valuation date.

Unrealized Gain

An increase in the value of an asset that has not been sold, thus not yet generating actual profit.

Readily Marketable

Items or securities that are readily marketable can be quickly sold in the market without significantly affecting their price.

Operating Cycle

The duration of time it takes for a company to purchase inventory, sell products, and receive cash from sales, representing the full cycle of a business's operations.