(15.10). The rights to intellectual property is a key factor that drives the software industry. When software companies and developers sustainability is reliant upon growth and innovation, having rights to their code becomes a delimiting factor. This is why it is crucial that a company or developer outline specifically either through copyright laws, patents or contracts between them and the client, what themselves or the client rights are in regards to any product, service, or code provided. By doing so eradicates a decent percentage of questions and concerns about who or how ones product can be used. Proceeding in this manner allows for clear definition of how the product, service or code can be monetized and outline any matters regarding capitalization. This is the most ethical approach to intellectual and copyright issues because it provides a detailed agreement between both parties. It also provides security incase of breach of contract. Altogether, by legally stipulating applicability for services, products or code is the most responsible course of action that both parties can take to minimize the violation of ethical issues as it relates to software use and reuse.
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