Abstract: A method and apparatus for securely accessing digital content is provided. The method of providing secure access to content comprises determining an identification (ID) from a secure medium including content. The method further comprises sending a session key and the ID to a server. Furthermore, the method includes requesting user authentication and if the user is successfully authenticated, receiving the session key from the server to enable reading of the content on the secure medium.

Abstract: Herein described are at least a method and a system for providing an extended forecast of scheduled video programming information provided by a multimedia provider. The extended forecast processes electronic program data (EPG) provided by the multimedia provider, such that a long term program guide (LTPG) may be developed. The LTPG provides a forecast of programs to be broadcasted that extends beyond what the EPG may provide. The method generates the LTPG by utilizing algorithms that compare newly received EPG data against historically processed EPG data. The system comprises a controller, a processor used for extracting EPG data from a signal, a memory that stores software, and a remote sensor capable of receiving signals transmitted by a remote control. When executed by the controller, the software implements the algorithms that generate the LTPG.