Mobile computing system having a modem for operation independent of a main processor and method therefor
US7016990B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 28, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Briefly, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention, a portable computing device includes a modem that may operate independently from a main processor. The modem may be used to download communication data while the main processor is inactive or powered off.
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