An Exploratory Study of Determinants and Corrective Measures for Software Piracy and Counterfeiting in the Digital Age
Software piracy and counterfeiting is a global problem that has resulted in huge economic losses worldwide. This paper proposes a theory-based approach to study the key factors contributing to piracy and counterfeiting issues. We first developed a theoretical model linking the antecedents into the k...
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sg-ntu-dr.10356-807782020-03-07T12:15:49Z An Exploratory Study of Determinants and Corrective Measures for Software Piracy and Counterfeiting in the Digital Age Theng, Yin-Leng Tan, Wee Teck Lwin, May Oo Foo, Schubert Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information Counterfeiting Measures Software piracy Singapore Software piracy and counterfeiting is a global problem that has resulted in huge economic losses worldwide. This paper proposes a theory-based approach to study the key factors contributing to piracy and counterfeiting issues. We first developed a theoretical model linking the antecedents into the key factors using information acquired from an extended literature review. We then undertook a survey of thirty business professionals representing different industries, functional roles and different levels of work exposure to software usages in Singapore to investigate the issues. Specifically, the objectives of the survey were to: (1) investigate the key issues associated to software piracy and counterfeiting; (2) identify the factors that have contributed to the software piracy and counterfeiting; and (3) draw up a refined list of appropriate measures to counter software piracy and counterfeiting. Through the structural use of Non-Parametric Correlation Test, Chi-Square Test for Independence, Fisher Exact Probability Test and Phi value, our findings showed that the lack of awareness to software usage laws and regulations, the perceived lack of enforcement measures and penalties, and the lack of educational programs catering to the proper usage of software were the key factors contributing to the software piracy and counterfeiting issues. The findings are useful to managers of software companies and policy-makers in reviewing existing software protection policies, laws and regulations, such that any flaws or loopholes can be identified. Published version 2015-12-02T03:28:46Z 2019-12-06T13:58:44Z 2015-12-02T03:28:46Z 2019-12-06T13:58:44Z 2010 Journal Article Theng, Y.-L., Tan, W. T., Lwin, M. O., & Foo, S. S.-B. (2010). An Exploratory Study of Determinants and Corrective Measures for Software Piracy and Counterfeiting in the Digital Age. Computer and Information Science, 3(3), 30-49. https://hdl.handle.net/10356/80778 http://hdl.handle.net/10220/38887 10.5539/cis.v3n3p30 en Computer and Information Science © 2010 Canadian Center of Science and Education. This paper was published in Computer and Information Science and is made available as an electronic reprint (preprint) with permission of Canadian Center of Science and Education. The published version is available at: [http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/cis.v3n3p30]. One print or electronic copy may be made for personal use only. Systematic or multiple reproduction, distribution to multiple locations via electronic or other means, duplication of any material in this paper for a fee or for commercial purposes, or modification of the content of the paper is prohibited and is subject to penalties under law. 20 p. application/pdf |
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Software piracy and counterfeiting is a global problem that has resulted in huge economic losses worldwide. This paper proposes a theory-based approach to study the key factors contributing to piracy and counterfeiting issues. We first developed a theoretical model linking the antecedents into the key factors using information acquired from an extended literature review. We then undertook a survey of thirty business professionals representing different industries, functional roles and different levels of work exposure to software usages in Singapore to investigate the issues. Specifically, the objectives of the survey were to: (1) investigate the key issues associated to software piracy and counterfeiting; (2) identify the factors that have contributed to the software piracy and counterfeiting; and (3) draw up a refined list of appropriate measures to counter software piracy and counterfeiting. Through the structural use of Non-Parametric Correlation Test, Chi-Square Test for Independence, Fisher Exact Probability Test and Phi value, our findings showed that the lack of awareness to software usage laws and regulations, the perceived lack of enforcement measures and penalties, and the lack of educational programs catering to the proper usage of software were the key factors contributing to the software piracy and counterfeiting issues. The findings are useful to managers of software companies and policy-makers in reviewing existing software protection policies, laws and regulations, such that any flaws or loopholes can be identified. |
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