2006-08-23 04:56:15 · 2 answers · asked by TP 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Studying Abroad
Copyrights can be obtained for things of an artistic nature. This includes, of course, poetry, films, sculptures, music, fiction, etc. But can also include things that may not necessarily seem "artistic" in the general sense of the word. Copyrights can also be obtained for advertising copy, games, software programs and blueprints, to name just a few.
To protect an original invention OR a significant improvement to an existing product, a patent would be filed. Here's the USPTO's definition: http://www.uspto.gov/web/offices/pac/doc/general/index.html#patent
And I may as well mention the other main branch of intellectual property...
Trademarks can be names of products or services, logos, slogans, packaging and even sounds and smells. In essence, a trademark can be almost anything that is used to identify a particular product or service. Registering a trademark grants the owner exclusive rights to the mark within the specified industry.
Hope that helps!
2006-08-23 09:50:14 · answer #1 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Copyright is for original intellectual works (e.g., writing, music). A patent is for an invention.
2006-08-23 05:02:03 · answer #2 · answered by frank d 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋