System and method for distributing software licenses
US7467404B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 27, 2004 |
| Grant date | Dec 16, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 16, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2221/2137
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for distributing software licenses for authorizing the installation of gaming software, by a user, onto a gaming machine is provided. The software installation process is initiated and an electronic key containing an encrypted license count interfaces with the gaming machine. The encrypted license count represents the number of licenses available for authorizing the installation of a particular gaming software. The encrypted license count is accessed and it is determined whether installation is permitted. Additionally a processing means for accessing a remote server, via a network connection, and increasing the licensing count stored in the electronic key is provided.
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