Content delivery using gossip protocols
US10305721B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 9, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 28, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L47/30
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Techniques are described for facilitating the delivery of digital content using gossip protocols. A group of client devices share information about network conditions in sideband communications using a gossip protocol. Each of the client devices then uses this information to make decisions about how to access content. By providing accurate and current information about network conditions the occurrence of buffering events and/or fatal errors may be significantly reduced or eliminated.
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