Protect the code

[BobP]

Thanks RussMartin,

I think if there was a problem it would be argued that they have written their own code independently and it would be up to the original inventor to prove otherwise. Knowing what UK solicitors charge this would be very costly to contest. I understand a copy of the code and design is logged with his Solicitor. But not sure if this will be of any use?

One thought I had was to have a bit of code embedded to make the unit do something slightly unusual that could be measured externally when a pin is grounded. Would this help prove that the copy was a copy and not a similar but different bit of software?

Also if his code for the purpose of the evaluation could be time limited somehow? Any suggestions?
I am sure George (the inventor) will be looking at this page with anticipation…

Thanks again,
Bob

[RussMartin]

BobP, see my private message to you.

[Luciano]

Hi,

See this link:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Non-disclosure_agreement

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If your product is sold to the public, then you have only one way to protect it:
http://www.ipo.gov.uk/design/d-apply...uld-abroad.htm

Best regards,

Luciano

[BobP]

Thanks Luciano and Russ,

The Non Disclosure Agreement is something I have already advised George to do. It shows you are aware of the methods of protecting your product and you take it seriously.

But my worry would be if agreement is broken the cost of legal proceedings if you loose... Hello skid row.

Thankyou for the links as it give more useful information on NDA's and is something else to help in protecting our ideas.

Bob