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Trade Secret

Definition:
Definition of trade secret." A trade secret may consist of any formula, pattern, device or compilation of information which is used in one's business, and which gives him an opportunity to obtain an advantage over competitors who do not know or use it. It may be a formula for a chemical compound, a process of manufacturing, treating or preserving materials, a pattern for a machine or other device, or a list of customers.

Hacker

Definition:
Someone who breaks into computers to read private e-mails and other files. Hackers delete or alter files.

Know How

Definition:
Information that enables a person to accomplish a particular task or to operate a particular device or process.

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