Internet lottery method and system
US6970833B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 7, 2000 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 26, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F17/329
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides a game system which utilizes Web sites and thus is solely an Internet based patent. The system provides an individual with the ability to win prizes, view companies Web sites, and play games/lotteries such as a monopoly game board. This system stores the data received from the customers in an encrypted database and uses is it to determine customer preferences and geographies. The invention provides companies with useful information regarding their customers and each of their preferences.
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