A system and method for selecting a network path for delivering on-demand content in a multi-channel network. A hybrid central/distributed and tiered video on demand (VOD) service network with tiered content structure uses media servers located in both the headend station and the hub stations. The hub...http://www.google.de/patents/US7926079?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7926079 - Hybrid central/distributed VOD system with tiered content structure