Systems and methods for providing a volumetric-based network access
US7069329B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 4, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L47/822
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method of providing network access includes receiving a request from a customer to use a volume of network access and establishing an account in favor of the customer for the volume of network access. The method also includes monitoring the transfer of a volume of information. The volume of information is capable of being expressed in the units of the volume of network access. The method also includes adjusting the account of the customer in relation to the volume of information.
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