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A Simpler Explanation of Why Software is Mathematics

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This is a follow-up article on a previous document in the same line of argument. This new article aims to provide a simpler explanation on why software can be considered as a branch of mathematics and it is written in language that can be understood by those who are not programmers, including journalists and lawyers. It is presented in two parts with Part I providing the logical argument and Part II providing the evidence. In the summary of Part I the author explains why current case law on software is factually erroneous and implies that correction of the situation will reflect on software patents.

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