System and method for managing communications

Details System and method for managing communications System and method for managing communications

2007-09-04

2007-09-04

Tsang, Fan (Department: 2614)

Telephonic communications

Special services

Call diversion

C379S210020

Reexamination Certificate

active

10108347

ABSTRACT:
A communications network-based system and service is disclosed. The service permits subscribers to control and manage incoming telephone calls. Subscribers can establish preferences and set encumbrances. The service also connects calls to a called party otherwise prevented from receiving calls due to line encumbrances, permitting preselected or predesignated parties to by-pass line encumbrances.

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