B.Copyrights

Copyright protects expressive works, such as books, movies, videos, and music. It is also possible at times to get copyright protection for the shape or design of a distinctive product or package, such as a unique appliance (vacuum cleaner), tool, or children’s toy. Copyrights are extremely easy to obtain; legally speaking, you can claim a copyright in a work simply by putting a copyright notice on it. If you sue someone for copyright infringement, you might need to formally register the copyright with a government office. But short of that, you simply claim a copyright - no registration required.

Copyright is a useful way to protect instruction manuals, employee handbooks, brochures, and other written work created by a company. It is also the simplest way to protect computer software. Though claiming copyright is simple, the only way to enforce a copyright in the U.S. is by filing a lawsuit. This can of course be expensive.