Controlling sharing of files by portable devices
US6989484B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 17, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jan 24, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG10H2240/251
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A way of controlling sharing of files by portable devices is provided. A portable device is provided that comprises an interface to receive at least one file and a transfer count associated with the file from another device. The portable device further includes a controller that is communicatively coupled to the interface, the controller to allow transfer of the file based on the associated transfer count.
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