Copyright Act: 17 U.S.C. - Federal law governing copyright protection for original works of authorship, including software
Patent Act: 35 U.S.C. - Federal law governing patent protection, relevant for software-related inventions
DMCA: Digital Millennium Copyright Act - Addresses copyright issues in digital media and software, including anti-circumvention provisions
FERPA: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act - Protects privacy of student education records, crucial for academic software handling student data
TEACH Act: Technology, Education and Copyright Harmonization Act - Governs use of copyrighted materials in distance education
State Data Protection Laws: Various state-specific regulations governing data protection and privacy requirements
COPPA: Children's Online Privacy Protection Act - Regulates collection of personal information from children under 13
UCC: Uniform Commercial Code - Governs commercial transactions, including software licensing
E-SIGN Act: Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act - Validates electronic signatures and records
Export Control Regulations: EAR and ITAR regulations controlling export of technology and software to foreign countries
ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act - Requires software accessibility for individuals with disabilities
Section 508: Part of Rehabilitation Act requiring federal agencies to make electronic information accessible
FTC Act: Federal Trade Commission Act - Prohibits unfair or deceptive practices in commerce
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Federal law governing consumer product warranties, applicable to software warranties
State Contract Laws: Various state-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
