公开(公告)号：US08086836B2

公开(公告)日：2011-12-27

申请号：US12200758

申请日：2008-08-28

Applicant: Benedict T. Chong ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Phillip Sheu ,  Robert P. Ha ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin ,  Wenchi Fang ,  Xun Fang ,  Yuchung Lu

Inventor： Benedict T. Chong ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Phillip Sheu ,  Robert P. Ha ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin ,  Wenchi Fang ,  Xun Fang ,  Yuchung Lu

IPC: G06F9/24 ,  G06F15/177

CPC classification number: G06F9/4401

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the virtualization of appliances provides an embedded operating system (OS) which is included in the system boot ROM of a personal computer. When the system boots, the OS is launched and looks for all available virtual appliances from, for example, the following places: local USB, flash card, e.g. SD, xD, CF, CDROM/DVD, or other storage media; local hard disk storage; and the Internet, e.g. an appliance server. The user selects an appliance to use from the OS, whereupon the appliance is loaded and launched. If the selected appliance is not on a local storage, then it is downloaded, e.g. over the Internet from an appliance server. The downloaded appliance can be cached in local storage media such that, the next time it is needed, it need not be downloaded from the appliance server. The user can also elect to boot an operating system from the hard disk, if an operating system and hard disk are installed, or to power-off the system.

Abstract translation: 用于虚拟化设备的方法和装置提供了包括在个人计算机的系统引导ROM中的嵌入式操作系统（OS）。 当系统引导时，操作系统启动，并从以下位置查找所有可用的虚拟设备：本地USB，闪存卡，例如 SD，xD，CF，CDROM / DVD或其他存储介质; 本地硬盘存储; 和互联网，例如 设备服务器。 用户选择要从OS使用的设备，然后加载和启动该设备。 如果所选择的设备不在本地存储上，则它被下载，例如， 通过互联网从设备服务器。 下载的设备可以缓存在本地存储介质中，以便下次需要时，无需从设备服务器下载。 用户还可以选择从硬盘启动操作系统，如果安装了操作系统和硬盘，或者关闭系统电源。

公开(公告)号：US20090199132A1

公开(公告)日：2009-08-06

申请号：US12369226

申请日：2009-02-11

Applicant: Benedict T. CHONG ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Robert Ha ,  Philip Sheu ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin

Inventor： Benedict T. CHONG ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Robert Ha ,  Philip Sheu ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin

IPC: G06F9/00 ,  G06F3/048

CPC classification number: G06F9/4401

Abstract: An embedded operating system (OS) displays a user interface (UI) without waiting for the host OS to fully load. In one embodiment, the UI comprises icons for applications, advertisements, and browsers already configured with a URL. In one embodiment, the pre-configured browsers are set by the manufacturer. In another embodiment, the user can specify pre-configured browsers. In one embodiment, the icon owner pays for displaying an icon. The icon can be a static or a dynamic icon. Dynamic icons are downloaded from a file server.

Abstract translation: 嵌入式操作系统（OS）显示用户界面（UI），而不等待主机操作系统完全加载。 在一个实施例中，UI包括已经配置有URL的应用程序，广告和浏览器的图标。 在一个实施例中，预先配置的浏览器由制造商设置。 在另一个实施例中，用户可以指定预先配置的浏览器。 在一个实施例中，图标所有者支付显示图标。 该图标可以是静态图标或动态图标。 动态图标从文件服务器下载。

公开(公告)号：US20080320295A1

公开(公告)日：2008-12-25

申请号：US12200758

申请日：2008-08-28

Applicant: Benedict T. CHONG ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Phillip Sheu ,  Robert P. Ha ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin ,  Wenchi Fang ,  Xun Fang ,  Yuchung Lu

Inventor： Benedict T. CHONG ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Phillip Sheu ,  Robert P. Ha ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin ,  Wenchi Fang ,  Xun Fang ,  Yuchung Lu

IPC: G06F15/177 ,  G06F12/02

CPC classification number: G06F9/4401

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the virtualization of appliances provides an embedded operating system (OS) which is included in the system boot ROM of a personal computer. When the system boots, the OS is launched and looks for all available virtual appliances from, for example, the following places: local USB, flash card, e.g. SD, xD, CF, CDROM/DVD, or other storage media; local hard disk storage; and the Internet, e.g. an appliance server. The user selects an appliance to use from the OS, whereupon the appliance is loaded and launched. If the selected appliance is not on a local storage, then it is downloaded, e.g. over the Internet from an appliance server. The downloaded appliance can be cached in local storage media such that, the next time it is needed, it need not be downloaded from the appliance server. The user can also elect to boot an operating system from the hard disk, if an operating system and hard disk are installed, or to power-off the system.

Abstract translation: 用于虚拟化设备的方法和装置提供了包括在个人计算机的系统引导ROM中的嵌入式操作系统（OS）。 当系统引导时，操作系统启动，并从以下位置查找所有可用的虚拟设备：本地USB，闪存卡，例如 SD，xD，CF，CDROM / DVD或其他存储介质; 本地硬盘存储; 和互联网，例如 设备服务器。 用户选择要从OS使用的设备，然后加载和启动该设备。 如果所选择的设备不在本地存储上，则它被下载，例如， 通过互联网从设备服务器。 下载的设备可以缓存在本地存储介质中，以便下次需要时，无需从设备服务器下载。 用户还可以选择从硬盘启动操作系统，如果安装了操作系统和硬盘，或者关闭系统电源。

公开(公告)号：US20090089260A1

公开(公告)日：2009-04-02

申请号：US12239687

申请日：2008-09-26

Applicant: Benedict T. CHONG ,  Victor E. CHIN ,  Thomas DENG ,  Philip SHEU ,  Mark M. LEE ,  Ching-Yi Lin ,  Jian-Jung Shiu ,  Ching-Yang Wu ,  Chia-Cheng Wong ,  Wen-Pin Tsai ,  Chun-Ming Tsao

Inventor： Benedict T. CHONG ,  Victor E. CHIN ,  Thomas DENG ,  Philip SHEU ,  Mark M. LEE ,  Ching-Yi Lin ,  Jian-Jung Shiu ,  Ching-Yang Wu ,  Chia-Cheng Wong ,  Wen-Pin Tsai ,  Chun-Ming Tsao

IPC: G06F17/30 ,  G06F3/048 ,  G06Q20/00

CPC classification number: G06Q20/102 ,  G06F3/0481

Abstract: A Quick Search User Interface (UI) comprises a search entry field for inputting characters, e.g. search terms. The Quick Search UI further comprises icons that are graphical representations of applications. The Quick Search UI subsequently launches an operating system and passes the user action to the operating system. The operating system uses this information to generate search results comprising websites, program files, videos, etc. Alternatively, the operating system launches the application(s) selected by the user. Icons displayed on the user interface are ordered, for example, according to a company's willingness to pay more money for a more prominent spot or according to user preferences. The Quick Search UI can be customized using skins with themes, such as musicians, geographic locations, and/or products. The icons can be displayed according to which application provider pays the highest premium, or according to user preference.

Abstract translation: 快速搜索用户界面（UI）包括用于输入字符的搜索输入字段，例如。 搜索条件。 快速搜索UI还包括作为应用程序的图形表示的图标。 快速搜索UI随后启动操作系统，并将用户操作传递到操作系统。 操作系统使用此信息生成包含网站，程序文件，视频等的搜索结果。或者，操作系统启动用户选择的应用程序。 用户界面上显示的图标是按照公司的意愿，按照用户喜好为更重要的地点支付更多的钱。 可以使用具有主题的皮肤（如音乐家，地理位置和/或产品）来定制快速搜索界面。 可以根据哪个应用程序提供商支付最高的费用，或根据用户偏好来显示图标。

公开(公告)号：US07441113B2

公开(公告)日：2008-10-21

申请号：US11772700

申请日：2007-07-02

Applicant: Benedict T. Chong ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Philip Sheu ,  Robert P. Ha ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin ,  Wenchi Fang ,  Xun Fang ,  Yuchung Lu

Inventor： Benedict T. Chong ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Philip Sheu ,  Robert P. Ha ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin ,  Wenchi Fang ,  Xun Fang ,  Yuchung Lu

IPC: G06F9/00 ,  G06F9/24 ,  G06F15/177

CPC classification number: G06F9/4401

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the virtualization of appliances provides an embedded operating system (OS) which is included in the system boot ROM of a personal computer. When the system boots, the OS is launched and looks for all available virtual appliances from, for example, the following places: local USB, flash card, e.g. SD, xD, CF, CDROM/DVD, or other storage media; local hard disk storage; and the Internet, e.g. an appliance server. The user selects an appliance to use from the OS, whereupon the appliance is loaded and launched. If the selected appliance is not on a local storage, then it is downloaded, e.g. over the Internet from an appliance server. The downloaded appliance can be cached in local storage media such that, the next time it is needed, it need not be downloaded from the appliance server. The user can also elect to boot an operating system from the hard disk, if an operating system and hard disk are installed, or to power-off the system.

Abstract translation: 用于虚拟化设备的方法和装置提供了包括在个人计算机的系统引导ROM中的嵌入式操作系统（OS）。 当系统引导时，操作系统启动，并从以下位置查找所有可用的虚拟设备：本地USB，闪存卡，例如 SD，xD，CF，CDROM / DVD或其他存储介质; 本地硬盘存储; 和互联网，例如 设备服务器。 用户选择要从OS使用的设备，然后加载和启动该设备。 如果所选择的设备不在本地存储上，则它被下载，例如， 通过互联网从设备服务器。 下载的设备可以缓存在本地存储介质中，以便下次需要时，无需从设备服务器下载。 用户还可以选择从硬盘启动操作系统，如果安装了操作系统和硬盘，或者关闭系统电源。

公开(公告)号：US20100306773A1

公开(公告)日：2010-12-02

申请号：US12513827

申请日：2007-11-02

Applicant: Mark M. Lee ,  Philip Sheu ,  Robert P. Ha ,  Thomas Deng ,  Wenchi Fang ,  Xun Fang ,  Yuchung Lu

Inventor： Mark M. Lee ,  Philip Sheu ,  Robert P. Ha ,  Thomas Deng ,  Wenchi Fang ,  Xun Fang ,  Yuchung Lu

IPC: G06F9/455 ,  G06F21/00 ,  G06F1/00 ,  G06F12/02 ,  G06F11/00 ,  G06F17/00 ,  G06F17/30 ,  G06F9/00 ,  G06F15/16

CPC classification number: G06F9/5077

Abstract: A method and apparatus allows multiple computer operating systems (OS) and/or personalities to run concurrently. An instant-on platform includes a resource management service, a caching service, a profile manager, a network stack which provides TCP/IP communication to the OS, and at least one appliance. The instant-on platform can be placed in the path of network and disk traffic between said user OS and actual system hardware. User selectable profiles and personalities are also provided.

Abstract translation: 一种方法和装置允许多个计算机操作系统（OS）和/或个性同时运行。 即时平台包括资源管理服务，缓存服务，简档管理器，向OS提供TCP / IP通信的网络栈以及至少一个设备。 瞬时平台可以放置在所述用户操作系统和实际系统硬件之间的网络和磁盘流量的路径中。 还提供用户选择的配置文件和个性。

公开(公告)号：US20100115254A1

公开(公告)日：2010-05-06

申请号：US12610170

申请日：2009-10-30

Applicant: Thomas Deng ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Victor E. Chin ,  Robert Ha ,  Sergel Krupenin ,  Chun-Ming Tsao ,  Jian-Jung Shiu

Inventor： Thomas Deng ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Victor E. Chin ,  Robert Ha ,  Sergel Krupenin ,  Chun-Ming Tsao ,  Jian-Jung Shiu

IPC: G06F9/00 ,  G06F17/30

CPC classification number: G06F9/44505 ,  G06F9/441

Abstract: A method and apparatus for synchronizing different environments in response to a change in one of the environments. The term environment encompasses operating systems, virtual machines, and states. The synchronization functions when one environment controls a master file or the environments access a shared folder. The synchronization is one-way or two-ways. The synchronization applies to digital photos, personal information management data, shared maps and directions, documents, configuration data, network settings, browser data sync, account information for accessing the client, and local and web applications.

Abstract translation: 一种用于响应于一种环境中的变化来同步不同环境的方法和装置。 术语环境包括操作系统，虚拟机和状态。 当一个环境控制主文件或环境访问共享文件夹时，同步功能。 同步是单向或双向的。 该同步适用于数字照片，个人信息管理数据，共享地图和方向，文档，配置数据，网络设置，浏览器数据同步，用于访问客户端的帐户信息以及本地和Web应用程序。

公开(公告)号：US20090083375A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-26

申请号：US12239701

申请日：2008-09-26

Applicant: Benedict T. Chong ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Philip Sheu ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin

Inventor： Benedict T. Chong ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Philip Sheu ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin

IPC: G06F9/445 ,  G06F15/16 ,  H04L9/32 ,  G06F12/16 ,  G06F17/30

CPC classification number: H04N21/4828 ,  G06F8/61 ,  G06F9/455 ,  H04N21/478 ,  H04N21/818

Abstract: The invention provides a method and apparatus for downloading a Virtualization Environment comprising an electronic programming guide (EPG) and an appliance environment onto a client. The EPG is launched from boot files stored in the hard disk or other boot media. The EPG comprises a user interface (UI) that is displayed to the user. The EPG UI comprises a plurality of icons that are graphical representations of virtual appliances. The EPG UI can also include a search entry field. A user can enter text into the search entry field and launch a search engine to obtain search results. The virtual appliances can be stored locally, for example on a hard drive or peripheral device, or they can be stored on a download server. The download server also contains the virtualization environment installer. An installation server scans the client to determine if the client contains the proper hardware and drivers for running the virtualization environment. A persistent storage server can store a user's personal information.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供一种用于将包括电子节目指南（EPG）和设备环境的虚拟化环境下载到客户端上的方法和装置。 EPG从存储在硬盘或其他启动媒体中的启动文件启动。 EPG包括向用户显示的用户界面（UI）。 EPG UI包括作为虚拟装置的图形表示的多个图标。 EPG UI还可以包括搜索条目字段。 用户可以在搜索条目字段中输入文本，并启动搜索引擎以获取搜索结果。 虚拟设备可以在本地存储，例如在硬盘驱动器或外围设备上存储，或者它们可以存储在下载服务器上。 下载服务器还包含虚拟化环境安装程序。 安装服务器扫描客户端以确定客户端是否包含用于运行虚拟化环境的正确硬件和驱动程序。 永久存储服务器可以存储用户的个人信息。

公开(公告)号：US20080126785A1

公开(公告)日：2008-05-29

申请号：US11772700

申请日：2007-07-02

Applicant: Benedict T. Chong ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Phillip Sheu ,  Robert P. Ha ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin ,  Wenchi Fang ,  Xun Fang ,  Yuchung Lu

Inventor： Benedict T. Chong ,  Mark M. Lee ,  Phillip Sheu ,  Robert P. Ha ,  Thomas Deng ,  Victor E. Chin ,  Wenchi Fang ,  Xun Fang ,  Yuchung Lu

IPC: G06F9/00

CPC classification number: G06F9/4401

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the virtualization of appliances provides an embedded operating system (OS) which is included in the system boot ROM of a personal computer. When the system boots, the OS is launched and looks for all available virtual appliances from, for example, the following places: local USB, flash card, e.g. SD, xD, CF, CDROM/DVD, or other storage media; local hard disk storage; and the Internet, e.g. an appliance server. The user selects an appliance to use from the OS, whereupon the appliance is loaded and launched. If the selected appliance is not on a local storage, then it is downloaded, e.g. over the Internet from an appliance server. The downloaded appliance can be cached in local storage media such that, the next time it is needed, it need not be downloaded from the appliance server. The user can also elect to boot an operating system from the hard disk, if an operating system and hard disk are installed, or to power-off the system.