Verimatrix, Inc.

Fisk Communications, Inc.

Robin Ross Cooper

Robert T Kulakowski

Thomas A Munro

Michael R Beatty

Bernard Press

A multicasting download-to-mobile-device service that broadcasts and distributes digital media over cellular networks is described. The most preferred embodiments of the present invention comprise a network that distributes a plurality of media titles (e.g., movies, tv shows, concerts, etc.) via multicast streams where the media titles are stored in local storage on a mobile electronic device (e.g., cellular telephones and tablets) and, by way of a mobile device app, allows users to play the stored media titles locally from their devices using current on demand playback methodologies. In addition, at least some preferred embodiments of the present invention comprise a data carousel that curates and delivers discrete media titles to selected cell towers and/or hubs, thereby providing for relevant media titles to be multicast to discrete regions and not the entire network. Finally, the data carousel may be configured to synchronize relevant titles for discrete users of the service.

Apparatus and method for multi-cast streaming

Hooded scarf

A multi-source bridge content distribution system links multiple content owners with access network operators or content distribution providers leasing space on access networks so that multi-media content can be provided from multiple content owners to consumers through a multi-source bridge or data center. Content files and associated content owner preference settings are provided from a plurality of content sources or providers to the multi-source data center. Files stored at the data center or locally at an access network are provided to subscribers through the local access network Content files are provided if the content owner preference settings are a sufficient match with service provider access network preference settings set up by the service provider using the access network to provide content to subscribers.

Multi-source bridge content distribution system and method

In a network user authentication system, a network user is identified for authentication purposes using the unique identifier for a dedicated physical communication line associated with the building in which the network user is located or a digital certificate which is associated with a secure component or communication line physically attached to a building. An authentication server initially verifies the identification of the dedicated communication line to be associated with a network service subscriber or issues a unique digital certificate to be associated with the dedicated communication line for authentication purposes. The digital certificate may be stored in a building gateway or in an edge site module which is connected to the secure components of a plurality of buildings and stores unique digital certificates for each building.

Network user authentication system and method

Digital content files containing entertainment media such as movies, TV shows, and the like are distributed from at least one content source primarily responsible for the original creation of the media to subscribers over a network system. The content source is connected over at least one content source network to a plurality of distribution partners, and each distribution partner is connected with a selected group of subscribers over an access network. A requested digital content file is distributed from the content source to a subscriber in a network distribution path comprising at least the content source network, the distribution partner associated with the subscriber, and the second network. A profile information package containing subscriber preferences is transmitted from the subscriber to the content source by way of a proxy over the network distribution path, and the profile information package is stored at the content source.

Movie studio-based network distribution system and method

A method and system for transferring electronic media information over a public network in such a way as to provide safeguards for inappropriate distribution of copyright or otherwise protected materials are described. The media information is transparently watermarked with a unique ID, such as one generated from X.509 Digital Certificate and public-key cryptography public/private key pairs, such that the information can be identified as belonging to a particular individual. A system and method for monitoring the movement of such watermarked files, positively identifying people who have inappropriately distributed copyright materials over a public network without permission, and taking appropriate enforcement action against such people.

Network-based content distribution system

A system and method for providing protection of ownership rights of digital content files while also providing distribution of the content files to consumers that are authorized to receive the digital content files. A system and method for preventing or deterring the unauthorized distribution of digital content files. Several possible protection schemes include, for example, proactive protections such as encryption, SSL or VPN technologies, and reactive protections such as watermarking, PKI, piracy watch systems, or legal action management.

Method and system for protecting ownership rights of digital content files

A free standing data transfer device is arranged to couple a facsimile machine to a telephone line. The data transfer device includes a processor coupled to each of a modem, a computer controlled switch mechanism and a data storage device. A telephone input terminal is adapted to couple the telephone line to each of the modem and a telephone output terminal, that is, in turn, adapted for coupling to the facsimile machine. The computer controlled switch mechanism intercouples the input and output terminals for control of the connection to the facsimile machine by the processor via the processor coupling to the switch mechanism. In this manner, the device of the present invention provides a direct, in-line coupling for the facsimile machine vis-a-vis the telephone line. Provisions is provided for input of data transmission control information is coupled to the processor so that the processor operates the computer controlled switch mechanism and the data storage device so as to cause the transmission of electronically represented data transmitted over the telephone line from the input telephone terminal only directly to the facsimile machine coupled to the output telephone terminal via the computer controlled switch mechanism, only to the data storage device via the modem and the processor or to both the facsimile machine and the data storage device, as a function of the data transmission control information.

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La Mesa, CA, United States of America

Robin Ross Cooper