Computer plagiarism in the field of computer science refers to the unauthorized use of another's code, algorithms, or programming concepts. This unethical practice can manifest as direct, mosaic, self-plagiarism, or paraphrasing. The text delves into strategies for detecting and preventing such acts, the role of copyright law, and the legal challenges faced in software copyright cases. It emphasizes the need for ethical standards and legal protections to maintain the integrity of the discipline and foster innovation.
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Copying code without proper attribution
Patchwriting
Piecing together code snippets without proper citation
Reusing one's own code without acknowledging prior work
Students examining each other's work to identify unique coding styles and unintentional plagiarism
JPlag, Codequiry, MOSS
Programs that analyze code for similarities, but may not always detect sophisticated instances of plagiarism
Thorough commenting and adherence to coding standards to prevent plagiarism
Copyright law grants authors exclusive rights to their creations, including computer software
Oracle v. Google
The use of Java APIs in Google's Android operating system was deemed fair use by the U.S. Supreme Court
SAS Institute Inc. v. World Programming Ltd
The European Court of Justice found that the functionality of a computer program is not protected by copyright
Distinguishing between transformative and derivative works is complex and often contested in legal cases
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The act of copying code without ______ is akin to claiming another's written words as your own, and is deemed ______.
attribution
unethical
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Direct plagiarism in code
Copying code entirely without credit.
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Mosaic plagiarism definition
Combining code snippets from various sources without citing.
