Method of distributing video-on-demand over an internet...

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2011-08-16

2011-08-16

Koenig, Andrew Y (Department: 2423)

Interactive video distribution systems

User-requested video program system

Video-on-demand

C725S101000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08001575

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a method of operating a set-top box that is coupled to a video display, the set-top box being configured for communication with a video content provider. One embodiment of the method may include initiating display of a first portion of video content that is pre-loaded onto the set-top box and transmitting a request to subscribe to a first multicast service in response to initiating display of the first portion of the video content. The video content provider is configured to provide a second portion of the video content using the first multicast service.

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