Can computer software be patented? Will it conflict with applying for copyright?

Can computer software be patented? Will it conflict with applying for copyright? Computer software can be protected by applying for invention patent or copyright. Generally speaking, applying for invention patent protection is the core idea of software development, not just protecting code. Copyright only protects the code of the software. Of course, a software can also apply for invention patent and copyright protection at the same time, and there will be no conflict. Can computer software be patented? Will it conflict with applying for copyright? What kind of computer software can be patented? In short, all software used to solve technical problems can apply for patents, such as 1, software used for industrial control (such as machine tool control software), software used for processing external data (such as image processing software in cameras), software used for improving the internal performance of computers (such as virtual memory expansion software), and what algorithms are used in the software (such as control methods, image processing methods, and encryption algorithms) According to the patent law, an application for a patent for invention involving a computer program within the scope stipulated by the intellectual activity rules does not belong to the object that can be granted patent protection. In short, software programs that can't solve technical problems or achieve certain technical effects and software programs involving intellectual activities are not the objects of patent protection, such as: 1. This topic involves a method to solve pi by computer. 2. This topic involves a method to measure the dynamic friction coefficient automatically by computer. The method. 3. This topic relates to a method of introducing new and enhanced functions to users of computer software applications based on actual use. 4. This topic relates to a management system for rewarding employees in enterprises. 5. The subject matter relates to a process management or control method for a gaming machine. 6. The theme is a computer-readable storage medium for storing computer programs, but the physical characteristics of the computer-readable storage medium itself have not changed. Can I apply for a patent for computer software? Will it conflict with applying for copyright? We are here to answer this question for you. If you have more questions about patent application, you can continue to pay attention to Bajie Intellectual Property or contact us by phone.