I.
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to the text, graphics, logos, button icons, images, audio clips
and software), and the Web site itself, are copyrighted materials
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content suppliers and are protected by federal Copyright Law
and international treaties. MyDent International, Inc. enforces
its copyright interests to the fullest extent permitted under
the law, and shall seek civil and criminal remedies where appropriate,
including the remedies provided for under sections 501 et seq.
of Title 17 of the U.S. Code. All rights are reserved.
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in the premises, including all rights applicable under the U.S.
and international trademark laws, including, without limitation
Section 1125 of Title 15 of the U.S. Code (Lanham Act Sec. 43).
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