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So if I buy a laser pointer with a patented on/off switch, I can use it to exercise my cat without fear of infringement of 5,443,036? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Method_of_exercising_a_cat



Perhaps I should have been more clear, and stated that the use of a patented product is not restricted by said patent; it is however subject to any separate contracts or obligations which the customer would be required to abide, had they not purchased the good.

I must say that it depresses me to see frivolous patents like the one mentioned above, though it no longer surprises me.




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