Method and apparatus for a wireless network
US7190972B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 28, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 22, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W80/00
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides a solution to the needs described above through a method and apparatus for a wireless network. The network includes a first wireless device and a second wireless device. The first wireless device comprises a transceiver for receiving and transmitting signals utilizing a wireless air interface and communication protocol. The second wireless device is capable of communicating with the first wireless device using the wireless air interface and communication protocol. The second wireless device is further capable of receiving and transmitting signals utilizing an IEEE 802.11 wireless protocol. The network further includes a wired device for communicating with the second wireless device utilizing the IEEE 802.11 wireless protocol.
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