CompTIA ITF+ (FC0-U61) — Question 252

Which of the following is used to protect intellectual property while requiring the owner to provide the public with working details?

Answer options

• A. Patent
• B. Trademark
• C. License
• D. Copyright

Correct answer: A

Explanation

A Patent is specifically designed to protect inventions and requires the inventor to publicly share the operational details of their invention. A Trademark protects brand names and logos, while a License grants permissions for use without necessitating public disclosure of details. Copyright protects original works of authorship but does not require public disclosure of how the work functions.