LAN with dynamically selectable multiple operational capabilities
US5077732A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 24, 1990 |
| Grant date | Dec 31, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 24, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L69/24
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Multiple different operational capabilities, such as data transfer rates or communication protocols, are selectable for use on a single LAN. Enchanced nodes of the LAN have the capability of utilizing either an enhanced capability or a common capability in communicating with other nodes. Those basic nodes which are not of the enhanced variety have the capability of communicating utilizing the common capability. The enhanced nodes dynamically select the operational capability for the most efficient communication with other nodes.
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