Apple Scores Copyright Win In OS X Case V. Psystar

By Christopher Norton

Law360, New York (November 16, 2009, 5:33 PM ET) -- A federal judge has awarded Apple Inc. summary judgment on its claims that Psystar Corp.’s use of the proprietary Mac OS X operating system on Psystar-made computers violates Apple's copyrights, though the technology giant's trademark, breach of contract and unfair competition claims remain pending.

“In sum, Psystar has violated Apple’s exclusive reproduction right, distribution right and right to create derivative works,” William H. Alsup of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California ruled Friday.

Apple is entitled to summary judgment on its copyright...
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