By Tony Hallett
Published: Tuesday 29 November 2005
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IT Developer
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The current Patent system is a sham
It is set-up in such a way that only big businesses can afford to Patent an idea, and only they can afford to enforce a Patent through the courts.
There should be a much more affordable method for individuals to register patents, with automatic right to recompense on infringement.
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