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Click here to find out moreThe use of open source software has become ubiquitous within most enterprises. Any attorney involved in transactions involving the procurement, license or sale of computer software must develop at least a basic knowledge of the legal issues relevant to open source software and open source software licensing. Jason Haislmaier, a partner with the law firm of Holme Roberts & Owen LLP and the author of the ThinkingOpen blog (www.thinkingopen.wordpress.com), and Stormy Peters, Director of Community and Partner Programs at OpenLogic and co-founder of the GNOME open source foundation, provide an introduction to open source software and a discussion of how corporate counsel can equip themselves to deal with the issues posed by open source software licensing. Topics include: - A brief history of open source software - Open source licensing explained and demystified - Key issues involving intellectual property and open source software - Identifying your company's open source exposure - Managing the risks associated with open source software - Building and implementing an open source compliance program
