Methods and apparatus for gifting over a data network
US7412411B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 26, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 12, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q30/0601
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method is provided for operating a server to allow a first terminal to provide a content gift to a second terminal, where the first and second terminals selectively communicate with the server. The method includes receiving a catalog request from the first terminal for a catalog that identifies content compatible with the second terminal. The method also includes generating the catalog and transmitting the catalog to the first terminal. The method also includes receiving a gift request from the first terminal requesting that a content gift selected from the identified content in the catalog be provided to the second terminal, and providing the content gift to the second terminal.
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