Printer based file revision databasing
US7456991B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 18, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 21, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F16/10
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to modifying files that are part of file system in a printer or printing device. The file system is related to a database, such that the database is updated when the file system is modified. Changes to the files system are made through a request, modifying the file system based on the request, and updating the database. Individual files make up programs that may be provided by a printer manufacturer or a third party solution provider. When the printer manufacturer or solution provider desires to modify files affecting a program, a query may be made as to the existing files in the database of the particular printer.
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