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Title: Innovations by Joshua J Mullin
Introduction
Joshua J Mullin is an accomplished inventor based in Chicago, IL. He has made significant contributions to the field of information dispersal systems, holding a total of 2 patents. His work focuses on enhancing data privacy and security through innovative billing systems.
Latest Patents
Mullin's latest patents include a billing system for information dispersal systems. This apparatus features a processing module and a network interface. The processing module is designed to access user-level metadata based on account identifiers to identify and retrieve files associated with a user. It also accesses file-level metadata to determine a plurality of file slices for each file and generates billing transaction information based on this metadata. The network interface converts this information into a network billing transaction message for transmission.
Another patent by Mullin describes a billing process for an information dispersal system or digital data storage system. In this invention, original data is separated into multiple data slices, making it less recognizable or usable on its own. These slices are stored on separate digital storage devices to enhance privacy and security. Metadata tables are created to maintain information about the original data size, allowing for accurate billing based on the original file size, even when the data has been dispersed across a storage grid.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Mullin has worked with notable companies, including Cleversafe, Inc. His innovative approaches have contributed to advancements in data storage and billing processes.
Collaborations
Mullin has collaborated with talented individuals such as S Christopher Gladwin and Matthew Michael England, further enhancing the impact of his work in the field.
Conclusion
Joshua J Mullin's contributions to the field of information dispersal systems demonstrate his commitment to innovation and security in data management. His patents reflect a deep understanding of the complexities involved in data storage and billing processes.