Apparatus and method for forming a packaged-object product and a packaged-objectproduct formed therefrom

摘要

System and methods are provided for permitting a sender to control access to an electronic message. The sender selects one or more policies which are packaged with the electronic message to form an object. The policies are implemented as computer-executable instructions capable of execution on a remote computer. The recipient can only access the electronic message as dictated by the policies which are in the object. Unauthorized use of the electronic message is substantially prevented and the electronic message remains in the control of the sender.