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Method and apparatus for producing computer platform fingerprints

  • US 6,148,407 A
  • Filed: 09/30/1997
  • Issued: 11/14/2000
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/30/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method of identifying a computer system comprising the steps of:

  • generating a first fingerprint for a first computer system using a plurality of computer system traits;

    generating a second fingerprint for an unidentified computer system using said plurality of computer system traits; and

    comparing said first fingerprint and said second fingerprint to determine a value representing a probability that said unidentified computer system is said first computer system.

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