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When using legitimate software, the computer will automatically create a copy of the software in its memory. Does this constitute an infringing act?

April 26, 2017ACT automatically Computer constitute copy create infringing memory Software

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When using legitimate software, the computer will automatically create a copy of the software in its memory. Does this constitute an infringing act?

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No. According to section 61 of the Copyright Ordinance, a lawful user of a copy of a computer program may copy the program without infringing the copyright in the program if the copying is necessary for his lawful use.