The software copyright owner can be an individual, a company, or any other legal entity that has created, developed, or owns the software. This ownership grants exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, display, perform, and modify the software, as well as to create derivative works based on it.
For example, if a software developer creates a new application, they automatically become the copyright owner of that software unless they have assigned those rights to another party through a contract or agreement. Similarly, a company that hires developers to create software for them typically owns the copyright to that software, as specified in the employment or contract agreement.
In the context of cloud computing, a company might use cloud services to develop and deploy their software. In such cases, the company retains ownership of their software, but they may need to comply with the cloud provider's terms of service regarding data storage, processing, and security. For instance, Tencent Cloud offers various services that cater to different aspects of software development and deployment, ensuring that developers and companies can leverage the cloud while maintaining control over their intellectual property.