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Method and device for processing type of local network over base station

US8737997B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 22, 2010
Grant dateMay 27, 2014
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Expiry dateFeb 4, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04W84/045
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present application discloses a method and an equipment for processing the local network type of a base station (BS). The method comprises: when a BS has determined its local network type, it indicates to a user equipment (UE) said local network type; and when the UE receives the indication carrying said local network type of the BS, it can determine, according to said indication, the local network type of the BS. The present application solves the problem of a user being unable to acquire the type of network connected to a BS and accordingly being unable to determine the corresponding connection means, and enriches user experience.

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