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You can't keep things secret by patenting them. These are trade secrets, which last indefinitely. However, trade secrets are granted fewer protections.
by slavik81 8y ago
You can't keep things secret by patenting them. These are trade secrets, which last indefinitely. However, trade secrets are granted fewer protections.
- tajen 8y agoand the historic basis of patents is “Strong protection for 20 years, but you gotta share your invention”.