Semiconductor integrated circuit layout-design cannot be effectively protected by copyright law because of
Question and options
Semiconductor integrated circuit layout-design cannot be effectively protected by copyright law because of
- Functional nature
- Artistic nature
- Decorative nature
- Inherent nature
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - Functional nature
Layout designs are essentially functional (dictated by electrical function), and copyright does not protect functional features, hence a sui generis regime was created.
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