Interactive video distribution systems – Local video distribution system – Multiunit or multiroom structure
Reexamination Certificate
2006-06-30
2009-10-06
Kelley, Christopher (Department: 2424)
Interactive video distribution systems
Local video distribution system
Multiunit or multiroom structure
C725S082000, C725S086000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07600249
ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods for providing goods and services from one or more service providers to consumers, such as multiple dwelling unit (MDU) tenants are provided. In a first aspect, the invention provides a system for facilitating the provision of goods and services to a tenant of an MDU operated by an MDU operator. In one implementation, the system of the invention comprises at least one service provider that is configured to provide goods and services; an MDU tenant interface configured to communicate MDU tenant requests for goods and services to one of the MDU operator and the service provider; and a coordinating site configured to provide a provision interface operably connected to the service provider and the MDU tenant interface.
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Mengesha Mulugeta
Nixon & Vanderhye P.C.
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