Copyright Act 2021: Primary legislation governing software protection as literary works, including rights of copyright owners, duration of protection, permitted uses, fair dealing provisions, and software licensing provisions
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates the processing of personal data, including data protection obligations, cross-border data transfer requirements, and data breach notification requirements
Computer Misuse Act 1993: Addresses protection against unauthorized access and use of computer systems, security requirements, and penalties for misuse
Electronic Transactions Act 2010: Governs recognition of electronic contracts, electronic signatures, and the formation and validity of electronic agreements
Competition Act 2004: Covers anti-competitive provisions, fair competition requirements, particularly relevant for licensing restrictions
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act 2003: Addresses consumer rights, unfair practices, and remedies when software is licensed to consumers
Contract Law (Common Law): Governs formation of contract, terms and conditions, breach and remedies, and limitation of liability
Patents Act: Relevant for any patentable aspects of the software and related intellectual property protection
Trade Marks Act: Governs protection of software branding, logos, and related trademark considerations
Registered Designs Act: May apply to software user interface designs and other registrable design elements
