RFID authorization of content to an electronic device

Details RFID authorization of content to an electronic device RFID authorization of content to an electronic device

2005-06-30

2009-06-09

Goins, Davetta W (Department: 2612)

Communications: electrical

Condition responsive indicating system

Specific condition

C340S005820, C709S229000, C713S185000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07545271

ABSTRACT:
Pre-stored or bundled content such as programs can be enabled by using an RFID tag with suitable authorization information according to a process, in which the informs a host device of contents that can be activated with the RFID tag, the host device obtains respective authorization information from the RFID tag and subsequently refreshes the authorization in order to extend the activation over a desired period of time. Unless refreshed, the authorization is terminated after a given interval as of the authorization so that the substantial use of the content is subjected to the possession of the RFID tag and a license can be sold or transferred together with the RFID tag.

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