What are the requirements for read-only optical discs used for patent application submissions?

Read-only optical discs used for patent application submissions must meet specific requirements as outlined in 37 CFR 1.52(e): Must be finalized and in conformance with ISO 9660 standard Must be either CD-ROM, CD-R, DVD-R, or DVD+R Must be compatible with PC or Mac computers and MS-DOS, MS-Windows, Mac OS, or Unix/Linux operating systems Files must…

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What are the requirements for submitting a computer program listing appendix on compact disc?

When submitting a computer program listing appendix on compact disc, the following requirements must be met: The compact disc must be in read-only (CD-ROM) format. A statement must be included in the specification describing the material on the compact disc and its relationship to the application. The material on the compact disc must be incorporated…

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