technical support.Public domain software is generally found on the Internet and is releasedwithout any condition upon its use. It may be copied, modified and distributedas the end user wishes to do.A license manager is a system utility-like application that controls ormonitors the use of another end-user application. It is generally implementedto protect intellectual property (meaning to stop illegal copying) and/or tobecome more competitive by offering new ways in which to evaluate, purchase andpay for software. Since the license manager controls the number ofapplication users, there is not a need to control the number of applicationcopies. This process lets the end user run one or more applications betweenmachines, without violating the terms of the license agreement.SPA has created a program that companies can use to help discover and correctproblems before they result in legal actions, fines and also negativepublicity. The eight point program is as follows:1. Appoint a software manager to implement and monitor all aspects ofcompany software policy.2. Implement a software codes of ethics for everyone to adhere to. Theethicsshould state that copyrighted software, except for backup and archivalpurposes, is a violation of the law.3. Establish a procedure for acquiring and registering software. Determineyour companies software needs, evaluate software packages, and also havesupervisors approve the plans. Keep the lines of communication open.4. Establish and maintain a software log. The log should state the date ofwhen the software was acquired, the registration of it, serial number, networkversion, location of where the software is in use, where the original is,licensing agreement and the location of the original disks.5. Conduct periodic audits or on an as needed basis comparing the softwarelog and/or other purchase records.6. Establish a program to educate and train your employees about everya...
