Methods and systems for upgrade and synchronization of securely installed applications on a computing device
US8849717B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 8, 2010 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 21, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2221/2145
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of the present disclosure provide for upgrades and synchronization of applications installed on a device, such as a mobile device. In one embodiment, a device may include applications purchased and downloaded via a content management system. The device maintains a list or database of applications that are authorized for each device. This list is also replicated in a remote cache that is maintained by an archive host. The device may then synchronize and upgrade these applications across multiple platforms, such as one or more computers that can be coupled to the device or the archive host. The archive host allows for files of the application be provided back to the device. Upon installation, the device can then confirm the authorization and identity of the newly installed application.
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