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Method and apparatus for authenticating usage of an application

US7730546B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 1, 2005
Grant dateJun 1, 2010
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2221/2141
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for determining a current user by receiving an application-level usage indicator; determining a user identifier by consulting a pre-established set of one or more user profiles according to the application-level usage indicator; and executing the application when the determined user identifier is associated with a user that is entitled to use the application.

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