Methods and apparatus for transmitting prioritized electronic mail messages
US6442593B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 1, 1999 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L51/226
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system allows users to send electronic mail messages having prioritized delivery. A server receives an electronic mail message that contains a specified priority or a specified time frame for delivery. The server determines a time frame for delivery and selects procedures to ensure delivery of the electronic mail message within the determined time frame. The server then provides the electronic mail message to the receiving account within the determined time frame.
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