A method and apparatus for providing content to users
CA 2385165 C · Owner: Hoshiko Llc · Inventors: Shuster, Brian Mark
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Embodiments of the instant invention are directed to a method and apparatus for presenting unsolicited data to users without interrupting the user's activities, wherein the presentation of the unsolicited data is monitored and is available for review by the user at the user's convenience. Embodiments of the invention comprise a content and display manager wherein the content and , display manager include a display monitor a content delivery system and a , content controller. The display monitor selects the display of content to the users, in part, by reviewing a marker which defines the last time that content was displayed to the user and the type of content displayed. The content …
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- Filed October 13, 2000 and granted December 10, 2013. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended October 13, 2020.
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