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Method for categorization of multiple providers in a wireless communications service environment

  • US 6,195,532 B1
  • Filed: 06/28/1996
  • Issued: 02/27/2001
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/28/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method by which a communication device locates a wireless service provider in a multi-service provider environment, comprising the steps of:

  • storing a frequency band search schedule, the frequency band search schedule having a plurality of bands in a predetermined order;

    storing information on a plurality of categories of service providers;

    examining frequency bands until a frequency band having an acceptable frequency signal strength and an acceptable service provider is located by examining the plurality of bands in the order specified by the frequency band search schedule; and

    identifying a category of service provider for the acceptable service provider.

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