Procedure to patent an Idea

[Charley]

An idea which hasnt been implemented before is available on an IT related aspect .. What is the procedure to patent it so that nobody else can use it?

[expertno.1]

i cannot understand what u really mean to say

please explain it clealry

[siriusb]

If u are talking about a patenting a software idea, it can't be patented as of April 21

Here's the /. article

For others, here's How to obtain patent in India

[shaunak]

where do i go to get a copy right for a walkthrough or article for free?