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System and method for utilizing circuit switched and packet switched resources

US6882640B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 22, 2000
Grant dateApr 19, 2005
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Expiry dateOct 14, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S379/90
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system and method for utilizing circuit switched and packet switched resources are disclosed. A voice communication system configured for routing calls from multiple users to circuit switched or packet switched resources generally comprises a hub in communication with at least one circuit switched channel, at least one packet switched channel, and a plurality of user devices. The system further includes a controller operable to select the circuit switched channel or the packet switched channel for connection with one of the user devices when a call is placed to or from the user device and a routing device operable to route the call from the user device to the selected channel.

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