Open source technology
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The document discusses the transition from outdated practices to a more effective approach to software licensing and the importance of using licensed software to avoid legal issues. It emphasizes that software piracy is a crime and offers tips for proper software management, highlighting the advantages of open source solutions like Tiguin and Zorraine. Additionally, it addresses common misconceptions about Linux and the necessity of training for successful software adoption.
Open source technology
- 1. Open Doors for Open Source J.B.Nagar Study Circle – 21s Feb 2016 By CA Mitesh Katira
- 2. What has changed ? Before • Working is not correct • People are not trained • Too much of the queue • Termite has spoiled the Record After • Software is not updated • Server is slow • Website is not working • Virus as corrupted the data
- 4. For many of us Software Licensing was a Myth For me too it was But this changed to reality in a course of time!! Can my fellow professionals learn from my mistake instead of them trying it for themselves
- 5. On any kind of invasion • Don’t allow anyone without a “Legal Warrant” for search in the premises – “Your Information is Confidential” • U/s. 53(2) – Registrar of CopyRights or Person Authorized by him may enter the premises
- 6. Fake Owner Threatens Circular / Advertisement Infringement Legal Proceedings Liability Declaratory Suit Injunction against Recover Damages Sec. 60 Remedy in the case of groundless threat of legal proceedings Not Applicable if done post due- diligence
- 7. Powers to the Police u/s. 64 under the Copy Rights Act Any Police Officer not below the rank of sub- inspector Satisfied that an offence under Sec. 63 is being or is likely to be committed Seize without warrant, all copies of the work, and all plates Refer to the Delhi High Court Judgement in case of Event and Entertainment Management Association v. Union of India
- 8. Just because we can afford something We can’t Steel it. Paying for License is to give credit to those who have made the brilliant piece of Software Software Piracy is a Crime!!
- 9. Tips to avoid tangles •Whenever you buy the hardware, make sure you install proper licensed software – Make sure you use commercial license for office •Buy license from authorized dealer only •Never install unnecessary software •Put a sticker on PC for the license details
- 10. Call / mail •Understanding the status of IT systems and Licensing there on Need analysis • SAM Audit • Ascertaining the requirement jointly Procurement •Covering all the actual •Deploymeny of License Process – By Software Licensing team
- 11. Right application at the Right Place Open Source Operating System Mode Of Operations Cost Zorraine Standalone No Cost Tiguin Server Rs 12,000 per annum Others without server (Tally Users) Rs 1,500 per annum Tiguin as an Operating System is preferred for Tally. For all other applications Zorraine is a good option.
- 12. Myths that need immediate correction Linux is: •Command Line Operating System •Files created in Microsoft are not compatible with Linux •Not secured •Hard to learn •Techies Only •Cannot be used for office environment •Doesn’t have antivirus
- 15. Microsoft Office Open Office User Interface ***** *** System Requirements *** ***** Support / Training ***** *** Document Sharing ***** *** Formatting ***** ** Conditional Formatting ***** **** Pivots ***** **** Cross Platform ***** ** Useful Comparison Between Open Office and Microsoft
- 16. Smart Change Management is key to adoption of any Software……. Start with your own self and rest will be easy Training is very smartest part of adoption
- 17. Broad Hybrid System Architecture Data server NASBOX Windows Server User 1 User 2 Linux server User 1 User 2 Licensing Cost