Apparatus and methods for network access using a set top box and television

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8646015
APP PUB NO 20020092028A1
SERIAL NO

10096388

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An Internet gateway video server transmits selection information to a set top box connected to a television. The set top box displays the selection information on the television. A user views the selection information, and inputs user selection requests to the set top box. The Internet gateway video server receives user the requests for information and retrieves the information. The server then converts the network information from a network format to a television format. The conversion includes scanning the network information for selection elements, and adding selection elements for transmission in the television format. The converted network information is then transmitted to the set top box for display on the television. The user may then make further selections based on the displayed network information.

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  • VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Lin, Eric Westwood, US 51 1066
Wan, Howard S K Lexington, US 3 75

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