This invention describes a system for securely connecting client devices to application servers through a central connection management device. It uses a central management system, which could be a blockchain, to store device information, ownership, and security rules. This allows for automatic pairing and authentication of devices, setting up secure connections, and adapting those connections based on location or cost. The claims specifically focus on using encrypted credentials that are decrypted with private keys unique to each device.
Why it matters: Filed before decentralized identity and blockchain-based device management frameworks were as mature. The increased adoption and tooling for these technologies now make implementing the secure credentialing and management system more feasible.
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