Push Data Link for Portable Device Without Sync Software
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is no easy method for transferring data from a computer to a portable electronic device, especially when the computer lacks synchronization software, requiring manual typing of information.
Innovation Solution
A method and system for pushing data to a portable electronic device using a link, which involves receiving a selection of the push link, obtaining an identifier, and transmitting the data to the device, with security measures like authentication and data verification.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual typing of information is used to transfer data to the portable electronic device, then the device can receive data, but the process is time-consuming and inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables automatic data transfer where the portable electronic device initiates the data reception process by selecting a push link and providing its identifier. The server automatically retrieves data from the requested web site and transmits it to the device without requiring manual typing or user intervention for data entry, thus the device serves itself by automatically receiving and processing data.
Solution Approach 2:
The system pre-establishes push links on web sites that contain unique identifiers and links to the server. When a user visits such a web site, the push link is already prepared and waiting. The user simply selects the link and provides their device identifier, and the system automatically completes the data retrieval and transmission process, eliminating the need for manual data entry at the time of transfer.
2Ease of operation
If synchronization software is installed on the computer, then data can be transferred to the portable electronic device, but the computer complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The server acts as an intermediary between the computer (web site) and the portable electronic device. Instead of requiring synchronization software on the computer, the system uses the server as a mediator that receives requests from the web site, retrieves data, and transmits it to the device. This eliminates the need for complex synchronization software on the user's computer while maintaining data transfer capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The server provides universal data transfer functionality that works with any web site accessed by the computer. Instead of requiring computer-specific synchronization software, the system creates a universal mechanism where any web site can push data to the portable electronic device through the server's standardized protocol, making the solution applicable to multiple different web sites without requiring site-specific software installation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If data is transferred from any web site to the portable electronic device, then data accessibility is improved, but security risks increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements feedback mechanisms through authentication and verification steps. When a web site attempts to push data, the server verifies the authenticity of the data source and the user's device identifier. The system provides feedback by confirming successful data transfer only after verification, and by rejecting unauthenticated or suspicious requests, thus maintaining security while allowing data from multiple sources.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary authentication and verification actions before data transfer occurs. The server checks the authenticity of the web site requesting data push, verifies the user's device identifier, and validates the data format before transmission. This preliminary action prevents unauthorized or malicious data from being transferred, maintaining security while preserving the ability to accept data from any legitimate web site.
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AI summary
A method of transferring data to a portable electronic device includes providing a link for pushing data to the portable electronic device, receiving a selection of the push link, receiving an identifier of the portable electronic device for delivery of the data thereto, and transmitting the data to the portable electronic device.


