Service level selection method and system
US8756321B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L51/04
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method, system and graphical user interface for service level selection, for use in connection with a data network that supports multiple service levels. A server monitors usage of a network to identify a communication session and a service level associated with the communication session. The server may also monitor a global usage of the data network. The server determines at least one alternative service level for the communication session and causes conveyance of an offer of a choice of the at least one alternative service level. A graphical user interface causes information regarding the offer to be displayed and allows a user to identify a selected one of the at least one alternative service level. In response to user input identifying the selected service level, the server causes a change in the service level for the communication session.
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