Method and apparatus for transferring data files retrievable via a communications network
CA 2328044 A1 · Owner: Kermani, Bahram Ghaffarzadeh · Inventors: Kermani, Bahram Ghaffarzadeh
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A method for transferring a data file retrievable via a communications network, such as the Internet or World Wide Web. A data file desired and selected by a user is electronically transmitted to a third party referred to herein as the "receiving agent". After receiving the file, the receiving agent stores the file on a transportable medium, such as paper or a computer readable medium, such as a CD-ROM, and transports the transportable medium to the user, e.g. by postal service or courier. In this manner, the user receives the data file he desires by a method other than electronic transmission. In one embodiment the user is, given an opportunity to view a list of user-selected files and to …
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