Software Engineering - Module 8

Question 1

refers to the moral principles and professional standards that guide the behavior of software engineers

Answer 1

Software Engineering Ethics

Question 2

Being answerable for your actions and decisions.

Answer 2

Accountability

Question 3

The duty to perform tasks diligently and ethically.

Answer 3

Responsibility

Question 4

The obligation to protect private or sensitive information from unauthorized access.

Answer 4

Confidentiality

Question 5

Acting honestly and ethically, even when it’s inconvenient.

Answer 5

Integrity

Question 6

is a legal agreement between the software developer (or owner) and the user that defines how the software can be used.

Answer 6

software license

Question 7

Prevents unauthorized copying or
distribution.

Answer 7

Protects Intellectual Property (IP)

Question 8

Specifies what users can and cannot do
(e.g., number of installations, redistribution).

Answer 8

Defines Usage Rights

Question 9

Using unlicensed software can result in legal penalties.

Answer 9

Ensures Legal Compliance

Question 10

Licenses (especially paid ones) ensure
developers get compensated.

Answer 10

Supports Developers

Question 11

Specifies if the software comes with support or liability coverage.

Answer 11

Clarifies Liability and Warranties

Question 12

Software owned by an individual or company with restricted rights.

Answer 12

Proprietary Software

Question 13

Software whose source code is publicly available.

Answer 13

Open-Source Software

Question 14

Software that is free to use, but the source code is not available.

Answer 14

Freeware

Question 15

Software offered for free on a trial basis.

Answer 15

Shareware

Question 16

Software is patentable subject matter if properly drafted and claimed in your patent application.

Answer 16

Patent

Question 17

Software code can be copyrighted, which protects the specific expression of the source and object code.

Answer 17

Copyright

Question 18

it protect the name, logo, slogan, and branding associated with your software platform.

Answer 18

Trademark

Question 19

Software companies can dictate the terms and conditions of their software use through proper software licenses and agreements.

Answer 19

Contract and Licenses

Question 20

Software companies
can employ digital rights management to restrict how their software can be used or modified.

Answer 20

Digital Rights Management

Question 21

not publicly disclosed

Answer 21

Trade secret

Question 22

it protects a novel, useful, and non obvious process or method implemented in software.
to get it, file with national patent offices (e.g., USPTO, EPO); complex and time-consuming.

Answer 22

Patents

Question 23

it protects confidential business or technical information that gives a competitive
advantage.
to enforce, keep code, formulas, or processes undisclosed and secure through
NDAs and access controls.

Answer 23

Trade Secrets

Question 24

it protects how others can use your software and enforces IP rights.
to use, use
commercial or open-source licenses that clarify terms and restrictions.

Answer 24

Licensing Agreements

Question 25

Failing to protect against vulnerabilities or ignoring known risks.

Answer 25

Security Negligence

Question 26

Using someone else’s code or design without credit or permission.

Answer 26

Plagiarism and Code Theft

Question 27

Not disclosing software limitations or risks.

Answer 27

Lack of Transparency

Question 28

Designing interfaces that trick users into actions (e.g., subscribing, sharing data).

Answer 28

Dark Patterns

Question 29

Systems that reflect or amplify societal biases (e.g., race, gender).

Answer 29

Biased Algorithms

Question 30

Collecting or sharing user data without consent.

Answer 30

Data Privacy Violations

Question 31

is when a software engineer report unethical, illegal, or dangerous behavior within an organization

Answer 31

Whistleblowing

Question 32

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

Answer 32

- Protect the public - Report issues - Follow codes of ethics - Refuse to participate

Question 33

Only collect data that is strictly necessary.

Answer 33

Data Minimization

Question 34

Users must know what data is collected and agree to it.

Answer 34

Informed Consent

Question 35

Data should only be used for the purpose it was collected for.

Answer 35

Purpose Limitation

Question 36

Allow users to access, edit, or delete their data.

Answer 36

User Control

Question 37

Follow laws like GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA.

Answer 37

Compliance with Regulations