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Initializing relationships between devices in a network

US7478126B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 4, 2003
Grant dateJan 13, 2009
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Expiry dateNov 12, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L69/329
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A relationship initiation between devices in a network is described. According to one embodiment, persona information is exchanged between devices in a network. Based upon the persona information, a user of a device may initiate a relationship with another device.

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