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Method and apparatus for authenticating a user at an access terminal

  • US 20050066179A1
  • Filed: 09/18/2003
  • Published: 03/24/2005
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/18/2003
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for authenticating a user who is attempting access to a network resource or service on a computer or server through an access terminal, the method comprising:

  • determining an ID of the user attempting access, determining a current physical location of the access terminal;

    determining a current physical location of an identified mobile terminal, the identity of the mobile terminal being associated with an authorized user who has the determined ID;

    comparing the current physical location of the access terminal with the current physical location of the mobile terminal; and

    denying or granting access to the network resource or service based on the results of the comparing step.

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