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AUTOMATIC CONTROL OF A SECURITY PROTECTION MODE OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

  • US 20100229248A1
  • Filed: 03/05/2010
  • Published: 09/09/2010
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/06/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An automated method of remotely monitoring and controlling an electronic device, the method comprising:

  • by a computer system of a monitoring centre;

    receiving a call over a network from the electronic device, said call initiated by an agent installed on the electronic device, said agent including functionality for tracking usage of the electronic device and for reporting information regarding said usage to the monitoring center, the agent thereby facilitating recovery of the electronic device when stolen;

    in response to the call, determining, at least, whether a sale of the electronic device has been reported; and

    by communication with the agent, causing the electronic device to enter into a state that is dependent, at least, upon the determination of whether a sale of the electronic device has been reported, said state affecting whether the agent reports information to the monitoring center regarding usage of the electronic device.

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