Patent ID: 6185964
Filing Date: 2001-02-13
Classification: G06F,Y10T

Abstract:
A method for controlling the use of a peripheral device for a computer which comprises:(a) providing a lockable and unlockable container having a base and a lid with a sidewall extending therebetween, the lid being configured to be attached to the base; and means for locking the lid on the base wherein in use, the peripheral device is placed between the base and the lid in an inner chamber of the container and the lid is locked to prevent access to and use of the peripheral device;(b) inserting the peripheral device in the unlocked container;(c) locking the container to prevent access to the peripheral device;(d) unlocking the container to provide access to the peripheral device and removing the peripheral device from the container; and(e) accessing the computer through the peripheral device which has been removed from the container, wherein access to the use of the peripheral device and the computer is controlled by the lockable and unlockable container.