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In this module/program, I will give you a Live Demonstration to teach Freedom to Operate (FTO) or Freedom to Practice (FTP) search and the complete process of conducting FTO Searches from scratch. 1. Introduction to Freedom to Operate (FTO) and the Intent of Conducting FTO Searches. 2. Why an FTO Search is needed. 3. Identification of the Assessed Product/Activity's Elements That Need FTO Analysis 4. Understanding Jurisdiction Selection For FTO 5. Understanding Why PCT Applications Need to Be Studied in FTO Searches 6. Different Parameters (Date, Legal Status, Claims, Jurisdiction) Required For FTO Searches. 7. How Claims Are Reviewed/Analyzed. 8. Understanding Literal Infringement, Infringement Under "Doctrine of Equivalence" and "Doctrine of Pith & Marrow" 9. How Legal Opinion Is Rendered 10. FTO Report Preparation.