Purchasing system for music and video files, comprises in store file selection and writing devices connected to file databases via internet

摘要

#CMT# #/CMT# The system (4) comprises a connection (7) to a computer network (8), a file selection device (2), at least one file writing device (3) and a means for recording information related to the written files. The network includes at least one file database (9) which is accessible via the selection device and network connection. The selection device comprises at least one screen (6), a means for selecting the files to be written and a means for writing the files to a suitable storage medium. The registration means includes an algorithm for determining the number of purchased files, the cost of these files, the type of files purchased and/or the identity of the author or owner of these purchased files. A touch screen and a broadband internet connection are used. #CMT#USE : #/CMT# For in-store purchasing of music and video files for burning onto CD-ROM. #CMT#ADVANTAGE : #/CMT# High quality music and video files (e.g. CD's or DVD's) can be purchased in-store from a wide selection whilst ensuring copyright and owner's rights are not affected. #CMT#DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS : #/CMT# The figure shows a shop with the purchasing system. 2 : File selection device 3 : CD or DVD burner 4 : Purchasing system 6 : Touch screen 7 : Internet connection 8 : Internet 9 : File databases 11 : Data storage medium.