A patent is a legal monopoly granted by a government, protecting an invention from unauthorized commercial use for a set period. It incentivizes innovation by allowing inventors to profit from their creations. Used strategically, patents build market dominance and generate licensing revenue. Businesses, individual creators, and research institutions benefit most, securing funding, competitive advantage, and recognition for their technical advancements.
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