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What are the release dates for Nightly Business Report - 1981 Copy Protection Part 2 - Patent It?
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Nightly Business Report - 1981 Copy Protection Part 2 - Patent It was released on:
USA: 20 November 2007
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What is patent revocation?
Patent revocation is the removal of patent protection from an invention.
Protection of an inventor's idea?
It's called a "patent" :)
How long do drug manufacturers have patent protection?
The life of a patent is 17 years in the United States.
Which type of protection is appropriate for the brand name of an invention?
Patent
What is is a possible consequence of revealing an invention to the outside world before filing for patent protection?
Someone can steal your idea, and patent it.
How long did the patent on the light bulb last?
At the time of the light bulb's invention, the term of protection on a patent was 17 years.
What type of protection is approprite for a new useful and not obvious device?
Patent
Why was patent act introduced?
The goal of patent protection is to give inventors and researchers a period of monopoly in which they have a chance of recouping their investment in the invention.
Is the word 'Patent' always capitalized?
No, the word 'patent' is only capitalized when referring to the legal protection of an invention. In general usage, it is not capitalized.
If a patent ceases or has finished its patent protection term - is it free for the general public to use?
Yes. Patent term is typically 20 years, although extensions are available in certain cases.
How do I file a patent for my small business?
Filing a patent for a small business is very easy. Go to this website and it will explain to you in graphic detail how to do this: http://www.ipwatchdog.com/2011/01/28/the-cost-of-obtaining-patent/id=14668/
Why does the government offer patent protection and what kind of activity is encouraged by patents?
MONEY!
