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Method and apparatus for anonymous voice communication using an online data service

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  • US 5,818,836 A
  • Filed: 08/09/1995
  • Issued: 10/06/1998
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/09/1995
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for creating a voice connection over a circuit switched network between a first party and a second party using an on-line data service to initiate the connection, comprising the steps of:

  • a) establishing an electronic communication between the first party and the second party through the on-line data service between a first party and a second party;

    b) requesting a voice communication through the on-line service;

    c) transmitting a message from the online data service to a voice system requesting the voice connection between said first party and said second party;

    c) establishing a first telephone call for the first party;

    d) establishing a second telephone call for the second party; and

    ,e) connecting said first telephone call with said second telephone call.

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