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Method and apparatus for maximizing the data transmission in a wireless data communication network

US5555241A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 2, 1995
Grant dateSep 10, 1996
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Expiry dateJun 2, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L9/40
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present invention provides a method for padding to maximize the number of characters transmitted by data communication equipment (DCE), such as a modem, to data terminal equipment (DTE). By employing the disclosed padding method the data throughput will be maximized and costs will be reduced by transmitting packets with a greater amount of characters. The present invention further provides a method for providing access to a control channel to invoke gateway functions to send qualified information from a DTE user to a remote system. Also a method to provide security by allowing private strings and passwords saved in a modem's stored dial strings. Additionally, a method for scrolling the DTE's screen to enhance readabilty and to provide compatability with standard terminal packages available on the market. Related apparatus is also revealed.

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