What laws are enacted to prevent software?

Laws that are enacted to prevent software piracy and protect intellectual property include the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) in the U.S., which criminalizes the unauthorized use and distribution of copyrighted software. Additionally, international agreements like the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) set minimum standards for copyright protection across countries. Other measures include the enforcement of licensing agreements and anti-circumvention laws that restrict access to software designed to bypass protections.