Method and system for secure distribution and utilization of data over a network
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1. A method of securely utilizing downloaded data comprising:
- opening a media player;
opening a data file;
requesting a portable token from and used by a client, the portable token being a physical device removeably coupleable to a client computer;
reading a distinguishing number from the token;
verifying a digital message linking the data file to the token using the media player, the distinguishing number, and a private key in the token, wherein the digital message is required to access the data.
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Abstract
A method of securely utilizing downloaded data includes the steps of opening a media player; opening a data file; requesting a portable token from and used by a client, the portable token being a physical device removeably coupleable to a client computer; reading a distinguishing number from the token; and verifying a digital message linking the data file to the token using the media player, the distinguishing number, and a private key in the token. The digital message is required to access the data.
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1. A method of securely utilizing downloaded data comprising:
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opening a media player;
opening a data file;
requesting a portable token from and used by a client, the portable token being a physical device removeably coupleable to a client computer;
reading a distinguishing number from the token;
verifying a digital message linking the data file to the token using the media player, the distinguishing number, and a private key in the token, wherein the digital message is required to access the data. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
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