System and method for activating individualized software...

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2008-05-20

2008-05-20

Elisca, Pierre Eddy (Department: 3621)

Data processing: financial, business practice, management, or co

Business processing using cryptography

Usage protection of distributed data files

C705S050000, C705S051000

Reexamination Certificate

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07376625

ABSTRACT:
A system and method is disclosed for enabling individualized software functions in a device. In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention software is distributed as omnibus installations containing various software modules that are initially turned off. The user gains access to the turned off modules by requesting a certificate from a system provider. The system provider creates and transmits a certificate containing the information required to enable the desired module. The device can then use the certificate to access the desired software.

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