Self-launching encrypted digital information distribution system
US5903647A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 7, 1995 |
| Grant date | May 11, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2221/2137
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A computer-based self-launching system associated with a software program or other digital information is provided for distributing the software program or other digital information to a potential purchaser. The self-launching system is attached to a software program or other digital information and includes the ability to launch itself when a user selects the software program or other digital information. Upon launching itself, the system unlocks the software program or other digital information in response to a purchase request.
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