Copyright Act: Federal law governing intellectual property rights protection for software and related materials
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA): Federal law addressing digital rights management and copyright protection in the digital age
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act: Federal legislation concerning unauthorized access and misuse of computer systems
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal law governing consumer protection and unfair business practices
Uniform Computer Information Transactions Act (UCITA): State law adopted in Virginia and Maryland governing software licenses and information technology transactions
State Consumer Protection Laws: Various state-specific laws protecting consumer rights and regulating business practices
State Data Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing data privacy, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
Contract Law Principles: Fundamental legal concepts including offer, acceptance, and consideration that govern contract formation and enforcement
Clickwrap/Browsewrap Agreement Rules: Legal principles governing the enforceability of online agreements and user consent mechanisms
Limitation of Liability: Legal provisions limiting the extent of potential damages and legal responsibility
Warranty Disclaimers: Legal provisions regarding the disclaimer of warranties and guarantees for software products
Choice of Law and Jurisdiction: Legal provisions specifying which jurisdiction's laws apply and where disputes will be resolved
Termination Provisions: Legal requirements and procedures for ending the software license agreement
Data Privacy Compliance: Requirements for collecting, processing, and protecting user data, including international considerations like GDPR
Software Distribution Requirements: Legal requirements and best practices for software distribution methods
Update and Maintenance Policies: Legal framework for software updates, maintenance, and ongoing support obligations
