Rylen develops a new type of software and asks you how to go about making money through distribution of it.Rylen has been told to sell the software as opposed to issuing licenses for its use.What should you tell Rylen?
A) By selling,rather than by licensing,a software vendor can avoid the doctrine of first sale,which allows a lawful owner to sell or otherwise dispose of the copy.
B) By licensing,rather than by selling,a software vendor can avoid the doctrine of first sale,which allows a lawful owner to sell or otherwise dispose of the copy.
C) Selling is the only reasonable alternative because computer programs are not copyrightable.
D) Licensing is the only reasonable alternative because computer programs are not copyrightable.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

By licensing the software, the vendor can retain ownership rights and control over the distribution of copies. This allows for more control over the software and potential revenue streams, such as subscription models or annual renewals. Selling the software outright would give the purchaser ownership rights and the ability to dispose of copies, potentially undercutting the vendor's ability to make money off the software in the long run. Additionally, computer programs are indeed copyrightable.

Rylen Develops a New Type of Software and Asks You