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Unfortunately, "originality" is not defined in the law, and court decisions are inconsistent.

See the link below for an interesting case.

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What would you need to do to copyright something you have made?

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How can you get a copyright?

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How do you claim copyright?

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Is something copyrighted if it has not been registered with the U S Copyright Office?

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How do you obtain intellectual property rights without purchasing a copyright?

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What if you don't get a copyright?

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