In order to distribute coupons to a consumer computer a link is established with a coupon server, in response to which the coupon server transmits a file containing a list of participating retail outlets. In response to the consumer's selection of a retail outlet, the coupon server transmits a file containing...http://www.google.de/patents/US7231357?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7231357 - System and method for the targeted distribution of discount coupons over a network
