INTERNET MM RENTAL (FOR BUSINESS BY CHARGING SYSTEM ACCORDING TO USE TIME OF PICTURE IMAGE AND MUSIC SENT THROUGH THE INTERNET)

摘要

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide service for customers inexpensively by using a virtual shop, because holding stock is not required, the virtual shop can be used from all around the world and a tenant fee is not required.;SOLUTION: The customer selects the title of a video, a CD, or the like and transmits it on a screen with the usage of the Internet. Then, the charge in accordance with the using time is received. The flow of the business is as follows. 1. Reaching the virtual shop by inputting an address on the Internet. 2. Obtaing of understanding and consent of a use method and a contract (rules), including a payment method. 3. Selecting the title of a video, CD, or the like. 4. Start of rent. 5. Settling an additional charge at expiration if any.;COPYRIGHT: (C)2002,JPO