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1. A method for suggesting alternative content for a video service in a content distribution system, the method comprising steps of:
- detecting when a user stops viewing a program associated with a content provider;
determining alternative programs associated with the content provider, whereby other content providers are excluded; and
presenting the alternative programs to the user.
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Abstract
According to the invention, a method for suggesting alternative content for a video service in a content distribution system is disclosed. In one step, it is detected when a user stops viewing a program associated with a content provider. Alternative programs associated with the content provider are determined without considering content from other providers. Those alternative programs are presented to the user.
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1. A method for suggesting alternative content for a video service in a content distribution system, the method comprising steps of:
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detecting when a user stops viewing a program associated with a content provider;
determining alternative programs associated with the content provider, whereby other content providers are excluded; and
presenting the alternative programs to the user. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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7. A method for suggesting alternative content for a video service in a content distribution system, the method comprising steps of:
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detecting when a user stops viewing a program associated with a content provider;
determining a plurality program categories associated with the content provider; and
presenting the plurality program categories to the user. - View Dependent Claims (8, 9, 10)
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11. A method for suggesting alternative content for a video service in a content distribution system, the method comprising steps of:
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detecting when a user stops viewing a program associated with a content provider;
determining alternative programs associated with the content provider;
arranging the alternative programs according to preferences for the user; and
presenting the alternative programs to the user. - View Dependent Claims (12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
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