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That is exactly my point.
How can I know if my code/algorithm is not that obvious, so that protecting it would be worth it.
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That is matter of case by case and a judge. I believe you can make any claims but it is up to a judge to decide if an issue arises in future.
Remember a patented idea/algorithm implies no body else should use it without your permission. So I will ask myself "is that realistic?".
For example if somebody claims a counting algorithm based on a prbs as his idea then this may sound new but do you really prevent others from coming to same algorithm independently. Google around and you will have the feel.
you can also research patent records from their offices around the world!!
As to actual code text then I believe it is issue of copyright just like a book.
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What do you mean by 'encrypted netlist'? I've never heard of it before.
Can you provide examples/references for further investigation?
Thank you all for your answers,
Refael.
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Google "encrypted netlist" and this takes you to the software world and GUI issues for your ip.
In short it is not worth it. Keep it secret and try build your own business around it, if useful I will ask for a share to my pension.
Good Luck
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