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From Scott Allen, for About.com

Trademarks 101

Saturday October 8, 2005
Trademarks are a way of registering a brand name for a product, service or company. This helps protect consumers by preventing brand confusion and companies by preventing competitors from attracting your rightful customers by using a similar brand name. Read more about what qualifies, what doesn't, and how to file one.

Related: Intellectual Property 101: Patents, Trademarks and Copyright
Related: How to Create a Great Business Name

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