Abstract: A protocol for wireless direct user-to-user DSSS TDMA digital communication at a data rate of the order of one to several megabits per second in the 902-928 MHz, 2400-2483.5 MHz or 5725-5850 MHz band includes a sequence of transactions, each transaction consisting of a predetermined sequence of subpackets, and each subpacket consisting of a predetermined number of bytes preallocated to a subpacket element or element portion. Network communications among a plurality of stationary and/or mobile users such as personal computers, each equipped with a (Remote Unit) transceiver, are organized and directed by a Master Unit transceiver. Master Unit and Remote Unit transceivers have identical circuitry. Using a first pseudorandom code sequence (M-code), the Master Unit intermittently transmits a DSSS signal enabling Remote Units to synchronize to the Master Unit and so receive scheduling directives.

Abstract: Apparatus and a related method for interfacing digital device with a communication bus in a local-area computer network. Each device in the network is connected to the bus through a bus interface unit providing the device user with the ability to establish a connection with another device by means of a simple CALL command that does not require the use of physical identifiers. The unit also allows the user to enter a TAlK mode in which a two-way conversation may be conducted over the network without the intervention of a host computer. A REMOTE command allows an unattended device to be controlled from another user site and also permits one user to connect two remotely located devices. A message command allows a message to be stored and held for a remote user, again without the intervention of a host computer.