Abstract: A system and method for managing timely delivery of content is disclosed wherein, to prevent delays caused by pre-delivery processing, such as entitlement or payment processing, the system can initiate delivery of at least a portion of the content. In an aspect, an authorization system can receive a request for content. The authorization system can queue an authorization request and/or an entitlement check for processing in response to the request for content. The authorization system can pre-authorize the request and initiate delivery of at least the portion of content prior to processing the authorization request and/or the entitlement check.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for rotating objects in accordance with the invention are disclosed. One embodiment of the invention includes a shaft including a socket opening in at least one end of the shaft and a handle connected to the shaft by a unidirectional bearing. An embodiment of the invention adapted for rotating a tension rod having a terminal end includes a shaft including a socket opening in at least one end of the shaft and a handle connected to the shaft by a unidirectional bearing. In this embodiment, the socket opening is capable of engaging the terminal end of the tension rod.