System and method for connecting client devices to a network
US9621545B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 14, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 11, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L63/18
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and method are provided for enabling a client device to connect to a network. The method comprises: obtaining an authorization code via a communication channel different from the network, the authorization code corresponding to the client device; and after detecting initiation of a security negotiation protocol by the client device, using the authorization code in at least one security negotiation operation.
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