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Communication system and method

DC CAFC
  • US 6,680,923 B1
  • Filed: 05/23/2000
  • Issued: 01/20/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/23/2000
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A hybrid communication system for wireless data communication said system comprising:

  • a) a wireless communication device including a unique identifier and capable of conducting data communication through an over-the-air network, b) a computer configured for computerized network access, c) a transceiver assembly operative on a short range communication standard and structured to interconnect said wireless communication device with a computer facility to establish data communication therewith, d) said transceiver assembly including a first transceiver connected to said computer and at least a second transceiver connected to said wireless communication device and an auto-switching capability responsive to pre-determined parameters, e) said auto-switching capability being determinative of data communication with said wireless communication device either over the computerized network through said computer facility or by the over-the-air network dependent on the establishment of said redetermined parameters, and f) at least one of said predetermined parameters comprising a pre-established vicinity range.

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