Interactive video distribution systems – Access control or blocking
Reexamination Certificate
2005-11-02
2009-12-08
Kelley, Christopher (Department: 2424)
Interactive video distribution systems
Access control or blocking
C725S027000, C725S030000, C725S031000, C725S151000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07631325
ABSTRACT:
A method of authorizing use of a network device is disclosed and includes receiving an internet protocol (IP) address from the network device and receiving an identification from the network device. The method also includes retrieving information that is associated with an account based on the IP address and determining whether the IP address and the identification are associated with a same account. Further, the method includes allowing service to the network device after determining that the IP address and the identification are associated with the same account.
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Chow Lee M.
Klein Adam Lee
Rys Stephen
AT&T Intellectual Property I L.P.
Baig Sahar A
Kelley Christopher
Toler Law Group
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