COMPUTER PATENT PRACTICE

A computer patent is a type of patent that protects an invention related to computer technology.

Computer patents can cover a wide range of technology, including software, hardware, and networks or systems. Some examples of computer-related inventions that may be eligible for patent protection include:

1. Software programs or applications that perform a novel function or solve a technical problem.
2. Hardware devices or components that provide a new and useful feature or capability.
3. Computer-implemented systems or methods for performing a specific task or process.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a computer patent, the invention must be novel, non-obvious, and useful. This means that the invention must be different from what has been done before, not obvious to someone skilled in the field, and have a practical application. Many of the eligibility questions surrounding software patent applications revolve around 35 U.S.C. 101 which covers subject matter eligibility.

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