Intellectual Property

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What is Intellectual Property?

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Intellectual Property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce.

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What are the main types of Intellectual Property?

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The main types of Intellectual Property include Copyright, Patents, Trademarks, and Trade Secrets.

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What does Copyright protect?

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Copyright protects original works of authorship, such as books, music, and art.

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What does a Patent protect?

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A Patent protects inventions and grants the inventor exclusive rights to use, sell, or license the invention for a certain period.

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What is a Trademark?

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A Trademark is a symbol, word, or phrase legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product.

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What is a Trade Secret?

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A Trade Secret is information that is not generally known or reasonably ascertainable, by which a business can obtain an economic advantage over competitors.

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How long does Copyright last?

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Copyright generally lasts for the life of the author plus 70 years.

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What is the purpose of Intellectual Property laws?

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The purpose of Intellectual Property laws is to encourage innovation and creativity by providing legal protection for creators.

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work or ideas without proper attribution, presenting them as one's own.

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When does copyright protection begin?

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Copyright protection begins as soon as the work is created and fixed in a tangible form.