Microsoft patent could be a clear violation of privacy because it uses technology to gather information on users consumption of video content. The patent applies to both streaming content as well as downloaded material, and it is sure that many other companies are interested in the technology. There are several problems with patents like the one under discussion, such as who will govern the information obtained and how? The patent authorizes a private company to get so invasive in our homes and maybe this is the first of different similar cases.”]