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That makes sense though, it allows software that extends something mechanical to be patented. The example given in the official document (PDF) is software that improves the efficiency of a washing machine. Just as a new type of agiator or door would be patented, so could the software. Software for the sake of software, however, is banned, and I think that's what the title meant. I don't know if I'd call the title overstated, maybe just a bit unintentionally misleading.