A method and apparatus in a computing platform located in an vehicle for restricting access to a plurality of software components, wherein the plurality of software components are used to interface with a plurality of devices located within the vehicle. A request is received from an application for a...http://www.google.com.tw/patents/US6574734?utm_source=gb-gplus-share專利 US6574734 - Method and apparatus for securing access to automotive devices and software services