Collaborative multimedia architecture for packet-switched data networks
US6728784B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 21, 1997 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 15, 2017 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M2203/4536
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A collaborative multimedia system includes a plurality of notebook processes operatively interconnected over a computer network to a conference server, and, an optional podium process capable of controlling the priority of communications within the conference. The notebook processes are capable of privately communicating with other conference participants in addition to participating in the conference. A sophisticated graphic user interface provides public and private whiteboard areas by which graphic information may be exchanged with other processes in a conference or over separate communication link.
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