Abstract: A method for configuring a connection comprises receiving a request to connect a mobile device having a mobile device type to a communications network including a private branch exchange (PBX) system having a PBX type. Identification information including at least one of the mobile device type and the PBX type is provided. A PBX binding layer is selected based on the identification information. The selected PBX binding layer is provided to the mobile device for interfacing with the PBX system.

Abstract: Systems and methods for supplying information from live experts to users in real time are provided. The system includes a main host computer and data terminals for capturing data from an item related to desired information by users. The main computer connects with a network environment to assess status of experts who are also logged on to the network. The data terminal receives contact information for experts who are ready and available and can be contacted to obtain real time information.

Abstract: A method for configuring a connection comprises receiving a request to connect a mobile device having a mobile device type to a communications network including a private branch exchange (PBX) system having a PBX type. Identification information including at least one of the mobile device type and the PBX type is provided. A PBX binding layer is selected based on the identification information. The selected PBX binding layer is provided to the mobile device for interfacing with the PBX system.

Abstract: Systems and methods for an electronic shopping system are provided. The electronic shopping system includes a shopping cart tablet and a mobile terminal that can be hand-held and/or coupled to any suitable product carrying device. The shopping cart tablet includes a display to display information relating to ordinary operation of the tablet and/or a mobile terminal. The shopping cart tablet also includes a charge cradle for charging the mobile terminal. The mobile terminal includes a window in which a bar code reader is able to read a bar code label and a display for displaying product information. A shopping cart handle is also included in the electronic shopping system for supporting the shopping cart tablet and mobile terminal. A storage rack that is operable to store and/or charge shopping cart tablets and/or mobile terminals is also included in the electronic shopping system.