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Q. How should a company protect its intellectual property?

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IP can be protected through patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Proper management is essential.

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IP protection: patents (20 years), utility models (10 years), designs (25 years), trademarks (renewable every 10 years), copyrights (70 years after death), trade secrets (requires secrecy management, usefulness, non-public nature under Unfair Competition Act).
This article provides general legal information and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal issues, please consult with a qualified attorney.

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