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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 20, 2002
Filed:
May. 26, 2000
Robert C. Phillips, Northbrook, IL (US);
Caitlin B. Bestler, Lisle, IL (US);
Ikadega, Inc., Northbrook, IL (US);
Abstract
An information distribution system with an architecture that facilitates efficient distribution of a plurality of information asset data to a plurality of different requesting users substantially simultaneously. Fundamental components of the system include a plurality of mass storage devices that store information assets, mass storage device interface units, a switching unit, a centralized control unit and a gateway to the users. Information transfer between various components of the system is accomplished through a plurality of communication channels according to a circuit switching protocol. According to one embodiment of the invention, a plurality of communication channels are provided between the mass storage devices and the switching unit such that information asset data may be transferred, in substantially a single format and according to substantially a single protocol, from the mass storage devices directly through the switch and to the requesting user.