exhaustion directive

The exhaustion directive tag covers discussions about the legal principle of exhaustion (also known as first-sale doctrine) as applied to Microsoft software licenses, particularly Windows and Office perpetual licenses. Recent content focuses on a UK Competition Appeal Tribunal ruling that exhaustion under the Software Directive applies to these licenses, allowing subdivision and resale. This challenges Microsoft's contractual restrictions and has implications for enterprise licensing, software resale markets, and vendor control in the UK. The tag is relevant for users interested in software licensing law, Microsoft's legal strategies, and the impact on IT procurement and resale rights.