Peer-to-peer software update distribution network
US8316364B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 28, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 2, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L67/34
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A software package of interest is identified, and information about a latest version of the package is retrieved. Then, data corresponding to the latest version are downloaded from a peer-to-peer network, and the downloaded package is installed. Alternative methods and systems for use in particular environments are also described.
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