Abstract: A method includes, in response to receiving a certain type of HTTP request message from a device during a browsing session, sending a HTTP response message to the device. The HTTP response message includes a dedicated MIME-type for indicating that a device management session is being initiated, and the device management session is identified by an identifier that forms part of the HTTP response message. The device replies to the HTTP response message with a device management session reply that comprises device details and the identifier. Using the device details, the system develops a list containing at least one download option that is compatible with the device and sends the list to the device. In response to a user selecting the at least one download option from the list, the system delivers the selected at least one download option to the device during a device management session.

Abstract: An improved system and method for providing firmware upgrades and similar information to mobile electronic devices while protecting the firmware from impermissible copying and other undesirable activities. The delivery of a firmware upgrade to a terminal is divided into two parts. A firmware upgrade package contains the payload and the real binary content for the firmware reflashing process in the terminal. A license package binds the firmware package to a specific terminal and enables its use. The binding forms a chain of trusted elements: the firmware, a firmware identifier, a license identifier, a hardware identifier, and hardware.

Abstract: Distributing software involves providing a software installation package configured to allow installing one or more programs on a computing arrangement. The software installation package is configured as a managed object compliant with the Open Mobile Alliance Device Management (OMA DM) specification. A certificate configured as a second managed object compliant with the OMA DM specification is also provided. One or more programs are installed to a computing arrangement using the software installation package. The one or more programs are bound to the computing arrangement using the certificate. Operation of the one or more programs is enabled based on the binding of the one or more programs to the computing arrangement.

Abstract: A method includes, in response to receiving a certain type of HTTP request message from a device during a browsing session, sending a HTTP response message to the device. The HTTP response message includes a dedicated MIME-type for indicating that a device management session is being initiated, and the device management session is identified by an identifier that forms part of the HTTP response message. The device replies to the HTTP response message with a device management session reply that comprises device details and the identifier. Using the device details, the system develops a list containing at least one download option that is compatible with the device and sends the list to the device. In response to a user selecting the at least one download option from the list, the system delivers the selected at least one download option to the device during a device management session.