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==Dispute with Apple Computer.==

==Dispute with Apple Computer.==

In 1978 Apple Records filed a trademark infringement suit against Apple Computer for use of the apple logo. The dispute was ended in 1981 when Apple Computers paid $80,000 to Apple Records. Part of the settlement included the condition that Apple Computers would not enter the music business<ref>http://www.businessweek.com/technology/content/sep2004/tc20040930_9317_tc056.htm</ref>. These terms were violated by Apple Computer twice; once in 1991 and again in 2003<ref>http://news.cnet.com/Apple-vs.-Apple-Perfect-harmony/2100-1027_3-5378401.html</ref>.

In 1978 Apple Records filed a trademark infringement suit against Apple Computer for use of the apple logo. The dispute was ended in 1981 when Apple Computers paid $80,000 to Apple Records. Part of the settlement included the condition that Apple Computers would not enter the music business.<ref>http://www.businessweek.com/technology/content/sep2004/tc20040930_9317_tc056.htm</ref> These terms were violated by Apple Computer twice; once in 1991 and again in 2003.<ref>http://news.cnet.com/Apple-vs.-Apple-Perfect-harmony/2100-1027_3-5378401.html</ref>

Relations between the two companies has improved in recent years with Apple Records allowing Apple Computers to sell Beatles recordings through the iTunes software.   

Relations between the two companies has improved in recent years with Apple Records allowing Apple Computers to sell Beatles recordings through the iTunes software.