Automatic channel generation for home network systems

Data processing: presentation processing of document – operator i – Operator interface – On screen video or audio system interface

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C715S737000

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06931593

ABSTRACT:
An automatic channel generator and a method for generating a channel based upon the utilization of a device and activities occurring on the device. A device is connected to a local network hub, which may be integral to an information appliance. The information appliance is capable of searching the Internet for data associated with media being delivered by a device on the local network system. The aggregates of content can be collected automatically, and its presentation may be customized by a user.

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