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Methods and apparatus to conditionally authorize content delivery at content servers in pay delivery systems

US8095466B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 15, 2006
Grant dateJan 10, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 15, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06Q20/382
  • WIPO fieldIT methods for management
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods and apparatus to conditionally authorize content delivery at content servers in pay delivery systems are disclosed. An example method comprises receiving an authorization for a program download, receiving a request to download the program from a receiver, wherein the receiver is configured to receive a broadcast signal, and transmitting the program to the receiver via point-to-point communication signal.

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