System and method for providing virtual multiple lines in a communications system
US9225626B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 20, 2008 |
| Grant date | Dec 29, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 28, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M7/0057
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An exemplary system and method for providing virtual multiple lines in a communication system is provided. The exemplary system allows a plurality of simultaneous phone calls to be conducted via a single access identifier (e.g., phone number). In exemplary embodiments, the system comprises a hub configured to route calls via PSTN and VoIP. The determination as to how the call should be routed may be performed by the hub, a call services server, or a combination of both. At least one client device may be coupled in communication with the hub and configured to enable placement or receipt of a second or subsequent call when a first call is active. The client device is coupled to a communication device which places or receives the second or subsequent call.
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