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Method for establishing a secured communication channel over the internet

  • US 6,223,287 B1
  • Filed: 07/24/1998
  • Issued: 04/24/2001
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/24/1998
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method for establishing a secured communication channel between a client and a designated server over interconnected networks of computers, comprising the steps of:

  • a) causing a client to request a program from a server via a first communication channel, said program being executable be said client for the purpose of establishing a secure communication channel;

    b) causing said client to receive said program and encryption information identified by a token;

    c) executing said program at said client in order to open a second communication channel between said client and a designated server by performing a handshake protocol exchange between said client and said designated server, said second communication channel being secure; and

    d) exchanging encrypted messages between said client and said designated server via said second channel.

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