DISPUTE RESOLUTION IN AN OPEN COPYRIGHT DATABASE

摘要

Systems, methods and apparatus for resolving disputes regarding digital media files stored in an open copyright database. The invention further includes identifying, tracking and monitoring digital media files is provided. The system provides numerous methods of interfacing with a content outlet. The methods further include comparing attributes of content to be downloaded with attributes of content in a media database. The methods also includes providing restrictions based on a result of the comparing. The methods further include monetizing the methods between both retailers and rights-holders using the system. Additionally, the method may include providing retail analysis, resolving disputes, and distributing royalty payments to rights-holders of content.