The IIPA, English acronym for "International Alliance of Property" (a group funded by rights management organizations such as the MPAA, RIAA and others) recently released its list U.S. 'Special 301', which points to the countries not sufficiently protect the 'copyright'. It has also included other countries such as Indonesia, Brazil and India to promote the use of 'free software'.

The IIPA list 'Special 301' is used often as a measure of commercial pressure foreign governments to change their stance. Usually focuses on issues related to drug or counterfeit goods in general. This time the free software has been also considered him as a "weakening" of the industry.

The U.S. government has no need to legislate on this matter as a mere recommendation of IFPRI through the 'Special 301' introduces certain countries on a "blacklist".

The last example, which has set off alarm bells, has been to Indonesia. The government in Jakarta last year sent a letter to all departments and state enterprises to recommend the use of so-called open source software, open source software use and distribution which falls within the margins of the law.

This recommendation, according to the IIPA, the country has earned Asian part of the report 'Special 301' to undermine the industry and "fail to grow when respect for intellectual property rights."

According to the text of the 'lobby', the policy pursued by the Indonesian government "undermines the competitiveness (Capitalism)" long term by creating an "artificial preference" for companies offering open source software in addition to "deny" legitimate companies market access to the government.
Countries like United Kingdom, through the digital convergence own minister, Tom Watson, have stated this Wednesday that public services should where possible avoid being "tied to the" software "licensed", however, have not been included in the list 'Special 301'.

It goes on to argue that instead of promoting a system that will allow users to benefit from the best solution available in the market, regardless of model development, fosters an attitude that "did not adequately consider the value of intellectual creations" and limits "the ability of governments" to choose the best possible solution.

Source: Guardian

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Microsoft Venezuela promotes genuine partnerships in space

In order to meet the genuine needs of customers and users in terms of support, backup and security software components, the company PC Currently, the largest computer store in Carabobo State, agreed to a strategic alliance with Microsoft Venezuela for the supply and installation of genuine software in desktop computers that are joined by PC Actual in its manufacturing process, thereby providing the marketing of their products the highest quality and competitiveness at the best price.

Michael Hanna, Director Current PC General explains that this new business model is based on corporate social responsibility initiative, compared to the unlimited and valuable set of advantages of the assembly, sale and technical advice from original technology solutions for both business and consumer who uses the store. "During these last years of experience in the field, we noticed about the benefits that customers get everything right or consumer when acquiring a computer with the highest standards of quality and safety. The natural expectation is equivalent to obtaining legal products that provide security, even in the post-sale, and in this, the Microsoft software is a key factor. "

For Leopoldo Rubin, sales manager for the OEM industry Systems Microsoft Venezuela, says that same sense of commitment is to contribute and provide the best conditions and get the best experience in the growing computing environment. "It is for this reason that Microsoft is investing resources and time necessary to demonstrate the value and benefits for both the seller and the consumer, the purchase and installation of genuine software, we are celebrating today and the goal is to continue to support initiatives as identifying PC Actual ".

An original stamp initiative and teamwork

The foundations of this successful experience dating back to 2007, when current PC and Microsoft Venezuela to assess the potential of a joint project based on technical and commercial advice provided by a multidisciplinary team of Microsoft, who knows the technology business. "This meeting with Microsoft we associate as a genuine new space opened in the country for all consumers deserve quality, efficiency, support and long-term support," said Michael Hanna.

Meanwhile, Leopoldo Rubin notes that the great potential of PC Actual, proven over 14 years in the industry, was what motivated them to design and undertake an ambitious project advisory and awareness genuine software. "With this significant challenge, at that time did not hesitate to invite a project developer from Argentina, who brought their skills to raise all the necessary information on the facilities and process equipment assembly shop, and to design a project was implemented in three phases. "

The initial phase involved the refurbishment of all facilities of PC Actual, in order to optimize assembly times and quality of completion of the equipment. The second stage was based on the implementation of high-quality technology throughout the pre-installation in series of Genuine Microsoft operating systems. Finally, we developed the endurance test room in which all teams must pass before being assembled and put on sale for the end user.

With this partnership between Microsoft and PC Actual Venezuela ratifies the genuine demands Venezuela computing, characterized by satisfying the technological needs of the population through licensed products. Representatives of both companies predict an incalculable growth from this new business model and win-win business and society.

Current PC

In early 1994, opens its doors "Computation 2000 CA" in a room of 60 m2, located in CC Gallery, Valencia, Edo. Carabobo, with a mission to commercialize Computer Equipment and Technical Support. In 1999 current computer becomes, CA, coming to have a physical area of 500 m2. It is for this year when the company is positioned as a reference computer in the city of Valencia, this time driving for an average of 37 employees. In 2006, thanks to the demand for goods and services required by customers choose to operate in a room of 3,750 m2, located on Avenida Bolivar, Urb Camoruco, making it the largest in the area.

With its proven experience of more than 14 years, PC now is today considered one of Venezuela's most important retail and the leader in its region, offering solutions (software and hardware) to homes and offices with the best quality service to its customers.

For more information: www.pcactual.net