Distribution channel loss protection for electronic devices

Details Distribution channel loss protection for electronic devices Distribution channel loss protection for electronic devices

2008-04-07

2011-11-22

Chai, Longbit (Department: 2431)

Information security

Protection of hardware

Theft prevention

C726S027000, C726S028000, C726S029000, C726S030000, C713S194000, C713S189000, C713S190000, C713S191000, C713S192000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08062380

ABSTRACT:
An electronic device prior to entering a distribution channel is equipped with a Loss Prevention Client which permits limited use of the device until correct authentication is provided by a legitimate purchaser. By permitting limited use before authentication, the device remains both useful to a legitimate purchaser and valuable to a thief. While allowing operation in the possession of a thief, options can be provided to permit tracking of the device or to allow proper purchase of the device.

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