Abstract: Systems and methods for creating a Universal Media Server (UMS) and associated Digital Media Renders (DMRs) are disclosed. This system provides functions such as in-home wired or wireless network for media distribution with PVR functions from a distributed archive while at the same time including functions such as an answering machine, voice recorder, voice over IP gateway, firewall, NAT, DHCP, and security monitoring. A variety of advanced features and functions are also disclosed.

Abstract: Systems and methods for editing a multimedia program are disclosed. A segment in a program is defined and then processed. The segment is defined by marking a beginning of the segment and the end of the segment. Imprecision in defining the segment is corrected. The defined segment may be deleted or programmed to repeat one or more times when the program is played in the future. A user defines the segment and processes it by supplying input signals to the system. The input signals may be generated by pressing buttons on a remote control.