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Memory device and method for embedding host-identification information into content

US8429365B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 26, 2009
Grant dateApr 23, 2013
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Expiry dateNov 26, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F21/10
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A memory device and method for embedding host-identification information into content are disclosed. In one embodiment, a memory device is provided comprising a memory operative to store content and a controller in communication with the memory. The controller is operative to receive a credential comprising host-identification information from a host in communication with the memory device, authenticate the host using the credential, receive a request from the host to play content stored in the memory, embed the host-identification information into the content, and send the content with the embedded host-identification information to the host.

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