The 1980’s - Software

• 1982 Apple Computer v Franklin Computer, 545 F.Supp. 812 (E.D. Pa.)

  • Preliminary injunction granted by Judge Clarence Newcomer
  • copyright vs. patent for Apple II Operating System
  • reversed by Third Circuit, 714 F.2d 1240 (1983)

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