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Method and apparatus for rewarding groups of communication service users

  • US 6,273,816 B1
  • Filed: 03/22/1999
  • Issued: 08/14/2001
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/22/1999
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for rewarding a group of communication service users, comprising:

  • receiving an indication that communication services are to be provided to a caller so that the caller can communicate with a called party;

    identifying a group, including at least two of the caller, the called party or an entity other than the caller and the called party, associated with the call for lottery purposes;

    determining if the call is eligible for entry into a lottery;

    determining if the call is a winner of the lottery; and

    advising at least one member of the group that the group has been determined to have won the lottery.

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