BitMatch From Zeidman Consulting Finds Stolen Software.CUPERTINO, Calif. -- Zeidman Consulting (www.ZeidmanConsulting.com) has just released BitMatch(TM) for finding stolen source code by examining binary executable files. BitMatch is integrated into CodeSuite, a suite of tools for detecting software plagiarism Using ideas, plots, text and other intellectual property developed by someone else while claiming it is your original work. , copyright infringement Noun 1. copyright infringement - a violation of the rights secured by a copyright infringement of copyright plagiarisation, plagiarization, piracy, plagiarism - the act of plagiarizing; taking someone's words or ideas as if they were your own , and other forms of intellectual property misappropriation misappropriation n. the intentional, illegal use of the property or funds of another person for one's own use or other unauthorized purpose, particularly by a public official, a trustee of a trust, an executor or administrator of a dead person's estate, or by any . BitMatch examines executable files for signs of copying. CodeSuite also incorporates CodeMatch[R], CodeDiff(TM), and FileIsolate(TM) and can generate detailed reports and statistics spreadsheets. CodeMatch uses sophisticated algorithms to compare source code files to help pinpoint common source code in different programs and has been successfully used in many intellectual property disputes. It is now a de facto standard Hardware or software that is widely used, but not endorsed by a standards organization. Contrast with de jure standard. de facto standard - A widespread consensus on a particular product or protocol which has not been ratified by any official standards body, such as ISO, at many premiere IP law firms This list of the world's largest law firms by revenue is taken from The Lawyer and The American Lawyer and is ordered by 2006 revenue:[1]
That is where BitMatch comes into play. BitMatch uses the same user interface and similar algorithms as CodeMatch to compare your source code, or your executable files, against the binary executable files from a suspected copier. BitMatch cannot determine with the same certainty as CodeMatch, but if it shows suspicious similarities, it is a sign that you should move forward and take action. According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Bob Zeidman, president of Zeidman Consulting, "CodeMatch has been an extremely successful tool during litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. . But what about before litigation? With BitMatch, a company can now scan its competitor's programs for signs of copying. If something is found, it should be enough evidence to start legal proceedings All actions that are authorized or sanctioned by law and instituted in a court or a tribunal for the acquisition of rights or the enforcement of remedies. ." A fully functional copy of CodeSuite can be downloaded from the Zeidman Consulting website for use on small sets of code. For large jobs, experts, attorneys, and business people can obtain licenses to run CodeSuite at their own facility or hire Zeidman Consulting experts to run it, producing results in an easy-to-understand report. CodeSuite training is also available. For costs and logistics, contact Zeidman Consulting. About Zeidman Consulting Zeidman Consulting is one of the leading firms for analyzing software and providing expert witness services. The corporate headquarters is in Cupertino, California. BitMatch, CodeDiff, CodeMatch, CodeSuite, and FileIsolate are trademarks of Zeidman Consulting. |
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