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Section 1 – Definitions.
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Section 2 – Scope.
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Section 3 – License Conditions.
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Section 4 – Sui Generis Database Rights.
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Section 5 – Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability.
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Section 6 – Term and Termination.
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Section 7 – Other Terms and Conditions.
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Section 8 – Interpretation.
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