Method and system for network discovery and selection in wireless network systems
US8743766B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 3, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W48/12
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Method and system for network discovery and selection in wireless network systems. According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a wireless communication system. The system includes a first access network that is connected to a content service network. The first access network includes a base station to provide wireless access to wireless devices within a first region through a plurality of communication channels. The plurality of communication channels includes a broadcast channel. The first access network is configured to send broadcast messages through the broadcast channel. The broadcast message includes a first broadcast message, which includes channel availability information. The system also includes a wireless device. The wireless device includes an antenna and a wireless interface. The wireless interface is adapted to receive at least the first broadcast message.
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