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System of distributing content data over a computer network and method of arranging nodes for distribution of data over a computer network

US8103750B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 14, 2009
Grant dateJan 24, 2012
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Expiry dateSep 14, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L67/10
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Described is a method for improving both the bandwidth efficiency and bit rate of data streams flowing through binary tree networks. In an embodiment, the invention provides a method for efficiently utilizing end-consumer computers possessing a variety of upstream bandwidth capabilities to deliver online streaming video in a distributed manner.

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