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Data Rights/Intellectual Property

General guidance on data rights, particularly as they relate to computer software, and intellectual property (copyrights, patents, trademarks, and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act) and technology transfer is available as a resource for DISA staff involved in program planning and acquisition of technology.

For information purposes, we provide references to relevant statutory and regulatory authorities, DOD Instructions and policy directives, and links to useful websites and other resources.

The information provided on the Data Rights/Intellectual Property pages are for informational purposes only, and should not be construed or used as legal advice on any matter. Data rights and intellectual property issues are complex and fact-specific. Therefore, if you have a specific legal question, consult DISA's Office of the General Counsel by email for advice.

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