Technician intranet access via systems interface to legacy systems
US7401144B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 28, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 29, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L67/75
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus are disclosed for a technician to access an intranet through a systems interface to back-end legacy systems. Generally, a technician logs a computer into a systems interface that permits access to back-end legacy systems. Preferably, the systems interface is located on at least a first network address. Preferably, the systems interface includes a first server with middleware for managing the protocol interface. Preferably, the systems interface includes a second server for receiving requests and generating legacy transactions. After the computer is logged in, a request for access to an intranet is made. Preferably, the request results from the technician selecting an icon or engaging a software button. After the request is processed, a message is sent from the systems interface to the computer. The message causes the computer to launch a software application that seeks out a separate network address corresponding to the intranet. Preferably, the software application is a browser that seeks out a technician home page on the intranet. The systems interface routes communications from the computer to the separate network address. Preferably, the message cause the …
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