Patents by Inventor Thomas G. Phillps

Thomas G. Phillps has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • System and method for programming an isolated computing environment
    Patent number: 7562220
    Abstract: A computer is provided with an isolated computing environment. The isolated computing environment is adapted to allow initial programming for use in manufacturing, distribution and sales. The isolated computing environment further allows an authenticated source or authenticated code to update the isolated computing environment with code and configuration data for use in the end-user environment. To encourage final updating, the computer may be placed in a limited-function mode until authorized code is installed and operational. A method and apparatus are disclosed for the sanctioning and secure update of the isolated computing environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2009
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Alexander Frank, Thomas G. Phillps