Why Do Firms Want to Prevent Hackers from Stealing Intellectual

question 23

Multiple Choice

Why do firms want to prevent hackers from stealing intellectual property?

• A) Crooks may create unauthorized duplications.
• B) Rights are no longer protected.
• C) Ownership becomes unclear.
• D) Commercial value is lost.
• E) The intellectual property can no longer be trademarked.

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