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System for providing audio highlighting of conference participant playout

  • US 8,358,599 B2
  • Filed: 05/05/2009
  • Issued: 01/22/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/05/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method comprising:

  • obtaining a first packet associated with a conference, the conference having a first participant associated therewith, the first participant being identified as a principal participant;

    determining if the first packet is associated with the first participant; and

    providing an audible indication that the first packet is associated with the first participant if it is determined that the first packet is associated with the first participant, wherein providing the audible indication includes one selected from the group including providing an introductory tone near a beginning of a playout of the first packet, providing an undertone during the playout of the first packet, increasing a volume during the playout of the first packet, and altering a speed during the playout of the first packet.

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