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Network-enabled, extensible metering system

  • US 7,046,682 B2
  • Filed: 03/02/2001
  • Issued: 05/16/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 02/12/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A networked-based, extensible metering system, comprising:

  • (a) a plurality of networked servers executing a network of interoperable services including a directory service that comprises a plurality of networked device or application interface locations;

    (b) a TCP/IP network coupled to the networked servers; and

    (c) a network-enabled meter coupled to the TCP/IP network;

    wherein the meter provides services and data to a networked device or application using an associated networked device or application interface location and receives new services from the networked device or application using the associated networked device or application interface location.

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