Multimedia journal with selective sharing, sealed entries, and legacy protection

摘要

A multimedia journal system comprising one or more journal servers and one or more client devices allows users to create an electronic journal. Journals may be redundantly stored in multiple locations so as to protect the journals from damage or destruction. The system also allows control of access to a journal or the parts thereof, and will allow a journal's owner to designate family members, friends, or others access to the journal in the event the owner passes away. Entries may be sealed to prevent or identify subsequent modifications or tampering. A sealed questionnaire is also provided, which users may answer periodically to track changes in their thoughts, feelings, or ideology. The system may be accessible via the World Wide Web.