1. What does the BeOS logo signify?
The BeOS logo demonstrates that the product represented operates on BeOS software.
2. Who can use the BeOS logo?
Companies who either distribute BeOS software products or develop products that are BeOS compatible can use the BeOS logo.
3. What advantages do we gain by using the BeOS logo?
Be Partners will gain increased awareness and recognition of their own products and computer environments by leveraging the 10 years of experience Be has had in developing the BeOS software. Participating partners will have access to co-marketing programs and other exciting marketing efforts.
4. If I develop software products based on the BeOS Internet appliance platform, am I obligated to use the BeOS logo on my products?
No.
5. What is the difference between the BeOS logo and the Be signature?
The BeOS logo is for use only by companies publishing BeOS and BeOS compatible products. The Be signature is reserved as the corporate logo as well as for use by partners who meet Be’s qualification criteria in the Internet appliance category.
6. Can the partners also use both the BeOS logo and the Be signature?
Yes, however both logos may not be used in the same application.
7. If a partner does not qualify for use of the BeOS logo, can they still use the BeOS name?
You do not need any special trademark license or legal permission to use the BeOS name. Your only obligation is to use the trademark symbol at the end of the name, use the name with the appropriate generic descriptor (BeOS software), and attribute the trademark with the phrase, "BeOS is a trademark of Be Incorporated."
8. Is the BeOS logo the same throughout the world?
Yes. The BeOS logo appears in the same way and retains the same meaning worldwide -- that this product is compatible with BeOS.
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