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Derivative work

Definition:
Derivative work is based on modified preexisting works to which the copyright owner has the exclusive rights to. The piece of work resulting from derivative work, considered as a whole may be separately copyrightable.

Clearance

Definition:
Clearance is the permission from the author or owner of the copyrighted piece to another person, allowing them to exercise one or more of the exclusive rights, usually without a fee or charge.

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.

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