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Derivative Work

Definition:
Refers to a work that is based on, or modifies, one or more preexisting works. A copyright owner has the exclusive right to prepare or authorize the preparation of a derivative work based on the copyrighted work. If a derivative work, considered as a whole, represents an original work of authorship, it may be separately copyrightable.

Independent Inventor Programs (OIIP)

Definition:
The Office of Independent Inventor Programs (OIIP) was established in March 1999 in order to meet the special needs of independent inventors. OIIP establishes new mechanisms to better disseminate information about the patent and trademark processes and to foster regular communication between the U. S. Patent and Trademark Office and independent inventors.

Service Mark

Definition:
A word, slogan, design, picture, or any other symbol used to identify and distinguish services as opposed to a product.

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