Method and apparatus implementing a multimedia digital network

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 7158531
APP PUB NO 20020031144A1
SERIAL NO

09953472

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A method and apparatus for efficiently managing the allocation of available data capacity on a physically shared digital network among devices connected to that network is disclosed. Also disclosed is a method and apparatus for managing the ongoing timely movement of data on the shared network such that precise long-term data rates are achieved between attached devices with minimal additional buffering. The invention further comprises a method and apparatus which allows the use of any remaining network capacity for non time-critical data movement without the need for centralized access management.

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  • TIVO SOLUTIONS INC.

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Barton, James M Alviso, CA 183 9055

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