Apple inc. (20240251019). PROVISION OF A LEASE FOR STREAMING CONTENT simplified abstract
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PROVISION OF A LEASE FOR STREAMING CONTENT
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Srinivas Vedula of Fremont CA (US)
Daniel P. Carter of San Jose CA (US)
Gianpaolo Fasoli of Redwood City CA (US)
Augustin J. Farrugia of Los Altos Hills CA (US)
Eugene Jivotovski of Sunnyvale CA (US)
PROVISION OF A LEASE FOR STREAMING CONTENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240251019 titled 'PROVISION OF A LEASE FOR STREAMING CONTENT
Simplified Explanation: This patent application describes a system where a device receives a content stream from a content server based on a protocol established between the device and an account server. The account server initiates a session with the device, provides a list of available channels for the user account, and manages permission to access streaming content.
- The system establishes a protocol between a device, an account server, and a content server.
- The account server manages user accounts, channels, and conditional access information.
- The device selects a channel, receives conditional access information, and relays it to the content server for verification.
- Permission to access streaming content is managed by the account server, simplifying the process for the device and content server.
Potential Applications: 1. Streaming services 2. Content delivery platforms 3. Digital media distribution
Problems Solved: 1. Simplifying access to streaming content 2. Managing permissions efficiently 3. Enhancing user experience
Benefits: 1. Streamlined content access 2. Improved security measures 3. Enhanced user control
Commercial Applications: The technology could be utilized in streaming platforms, digital media services, and content distribution networks to enhance user experience and streamline access to streaming content.
Prior Art: Readers interested in prior art related to this technology could explore patents and research papers in the fields of digital content delivery, conditional access systems, and streaming media technologies.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers in the fields of digital media, content delivery, and user authentication may have ongoing studies related to the optimization of streaming content access and security measures.
Questions about Content Streaming Technology: 1. How does this technology improve user experience in accessing streaming content? 2. What are the key differences between the traditional content access methods and the system described in the patent application?
Original Abstract Submitted
this application relates to embodiments for providing a content stream to a device from a content server based on a protocol that is established between the device and an account server. the account server can initiate a session with the device and provide the device with a list of channels available for a user account associated with the device. when a channel is selected at the device, conditional access information can be provided from the account server to the device, which can thereafter relay the conditional access information to the content server. the content server can use the conditional access information to verify that the device has the appropriate permission to receive streaming content. in this way, because the conditional access information originates at the account server, permission to access streaming content can be managed by correspondence between the account server and the device, rather than the content server.
