How is a “computer program” defined?
A computer program is a set of instructions that causes a computer to perform tasks when stored in readable media.
Does copyright subsist in works of the Government?
Philippine government works generally lack copyright, but commercial exploitation requires prior agency approval and royalties.
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What is “public lending” under the Code?
Public lending is the non-profit transfer of works for a limited time by institutions like public libraries.
What qualifies as “public performance”?
Public performance involves acting or playing works in places accessible to people outside a private family circle.
What is the definition of “published works”?
Published works are those made available to the public with the author’s consent for individual access.
What is “rental” in the context of intellectual property?
Rental is the profit-motivated transfer of a works possession for a specific, limited timeframe.
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How does the law define “reproduction”?
Reproduction is the making of temporary or permanent copies of a work in any form or manner.
What is a “work of applied art”?
Applied art refers to artistic creations with functional purposes, whether handmade or industrially manufactured.
What constitutes a “work of the Government”?
Government works are created by public employees as part of their official duties and generally lack copyright.
What is a “technological measure”?
Technological measures are devices or technologies used to prevent unauthorized access or use of copyrighted works.
