摘要 |
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 modify and/or confirm delivery of the files before they are downloaded to the receiving agent and/or delivered to the user. Apparatuses for carrying out the inventive method are also provided.
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