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System and method for providing digital content

US8644511B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 5, 2008
Grant dateFeb 4, 2014
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Expiry dateMar 19, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L63/107
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method of providing access to content based upon one or more adequately-credentialed keys being proximate to a certain location. The method includes a first step of acquiring credential information from at least one key tagged with credential information using a credential acquisition device (CAD) at the certain location. The method also includes a second step of confirming that the credential information meets requirements for receiving the content. Further, the method includes a step of providing access to the content after performing the first and second steps.

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