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Different delivery traffic indication message (DTIM) periods for different wireless networks having different network names

US7420942B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 9, 2004
Grant dateSep 2, 2008
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Expiry dateApr 17, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D30/70
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A single access point may manage two or more wireless networks, each having a network name. The access point may be configured to store delivery traffic indication message (DTIM) period values on a per network name basis. A processor of the access point may manage, on a per network name basis, timing of transmission of delivery traffic indication messages.

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