Data processing: database and file management or data structures – Database design – Data structure types
Patent
1995-04-13
1999-02-16
Black, Thomas G.
Data processing: database and file management or data structures
Database design
Data structure types
707202, 39518204, G06F 1730
Patent
active
058730990
ABSTRACT:
A system and method for processing telephone calls and providing enhanced services is presented. The call processing system includes a network control processor for controlling the processing and routing of the calls and for providing enhanced features, and a matrix switch for routing calls from an originating location to a terminating location. Operator consoles can be included to provide operator assistance to the caller. The network control processor comprises a central message processor that receives call data, determines the type of call, determines the processing required, and determines whether operator assistance is required. A call route distributor allocates an operator console to the call if required. A billing server is used to track billing information for the call while it is in progress. A database server is provided for database look-ups and storage. The call processing system also includes a validation system, a billing system, a distribution system, and a fraud detection and prevention system. The validation system is used to validate call information to determine whether the call can be placed. The billing system determines rates for calls and calculates the cost of completed calls. The distribution system distributes changes that are made to a master database to the appropriate slave database. The fraud detection and prevention system monitors originating and in-process calls to detect and possibly prevent possible fraudulent uses of phone services and systems. A client interface is provided to facilitate communications among applications and DEF records are used to define specific call processing actions.
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Austin Mark A.
Berry Dana Bruce
Busch Eric M.
Feltz Kristi T.
Goodman Todd A.
Black Thomas G.
LinkUSA Corporation
Rones Charles L.
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