Software Licencing And Copyright Questions
A software license refers to a legal agreement between the software owner (licensor) and the user (licensee) that grants the user the right to use the software under certain conditions. It outlines the terms and conditions, such as the scope of usage, limitations, restrictions, and any fees or royalties involved.
On the other hand, a software confidentiality clause is a specific provision within a software license or a separate agreement that focuses on protecting the confidential information contained within the software. It typically restricts the user from disclosing or sharing the software's proprietary information, trade secrets, algorithms, or any other confidential data with third parties.
In summary, while a software license governs the overall terms of software usage, a software confidentiality clause specifically addresses the protection of confidential information within the software.