If the court approved Dish's new design, it would apparently allow the satcaster to operate its DVRs without change. However, TiVo would likely appeal the ruling -- and Dish would probably still be liable for past damages.

Business Week reports that TiVo has filed a request with the U.S. Court of Appeals, asking that Dish's DVR service be stopped immediately.

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