Patents by Inventor Thomas Lee Adams
Thomas Lee Adams has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 8514847Abstract: Methods and apparatus for maintaining connectivity with an Internet protocol (IP) phone operating behind a firewall are disclosed. An example method disclosed herein comprises registering the IP phone in response to receiving a first registration request from the IP phone, the first registration request including first registration information, the first registration information including a first public IP address associated with the firewall, storing the first registration information, reregistering the IP phone in response to receiving a second registration request from the IP phone, the second registration request including second registration information, the second registration information including a second public IP address associated with the firewall, the second public IP address different from the first public IP address, and reverting to the stored first registration information to process calls associated with the IP phone.Type: GrantFiled: December 24, 2009Date of Patent: August 20, 2013Assignee: AT&T Intellectual Property I, L.P.Inventors: James M. Doherty, Thomas Lee Adams, Steve Mueller
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Patent number: 7995563Abstract: The present invention is an Advanced Intelligent Network (AIN) based system and method that allows a subscriber connected to the Internet via a dial-up connection to receive caller identification information concerning an incoming telephone call. The information may be provided via a pop-up dialog box on the subscriber's display, which includes but is not limited to a monitor of a personal computer (PC). The information displayed to the subscriber includes the name and number of the calling party, if available. In addition, several disposition options are presented to the subscriber solely via the Internet which, upon selection, determine the handling of the incoming call.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2007Date of Patent: August 9, 2011Assignee: AT&T Labs, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Lee Adams, Laura Kay Culli, Michael Albert Machacek, Richard Everett Sabinson
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Publication number: 20100098061Abstract: Methods and apparatus for maintaining connectivity with an Internet protocol (IP) phone operating behind a firewall are disclosed. An example method disclosed herein comprises registering the IP phone in response to receiving a first registration request from the IP phone, the first registration request including first registration information, the first registration information including a first public IP address associated with the firewall, storing the first registration information, reregistering the IP phone in response to receiving a second registration request from the IP phone, the second registration request including second registration information, the second registration information including a second public IP address associated with the firewall, the second public IP address different from the first public IP address, and reverting to the stored first registration information to process calls associated with the IP phone.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 24, 2009Publication date: April 22, 2010Inventors: James M. Doherty, Thomas Lee Adams, Steve Mueller
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Patent number: 7664096Abstract: A connection between an external host and a host internal to a network (e.g., VPN or LAN) and located behind a firewall and/or NAT-enabled device is established and maintained. A dynamic DNS server is updated with the remote location (RL) information associated with the internal host. This information includes the dialed number (i.e. the number assigned to the internal host), the physical address of the internal host, the private IP address corresponding to the internal host, the public IP address corresponding to the firewall, and the port on which voice data is to be communicated. Each time the internal host's location changes, a new and updated record is sent to the dynamic DNS server. The call placed by an external host reaches its final destination based on the record information in the DNS server table. Once the connection between the external host and the internal host is established, voice traffic is “cut-through” the firewall on this channel associate with the port designated by the RL record.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2003Date of Patent: February 16, 2010Assignee: AT&T Intellectual Property I, LPInventors: James M. Doherty, Thomas Lee Adams, Steve Mueller
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Patent number: 7565690Abstract: A system daemon starts through normal system startup procedures and reads its configuration file to determine which data entities (e.g., directories and files) are to be monitored. The monitoring includes a valid MD5 signature, correct permissions, ownership of the file, and an existence of the file. If any modification are made to the data entities, then the system daemon generates an alarm (intended for the administrator of the host) that an intrusion has taken place. Once an intrusion is detected, then the isolating steps or commands are issued in a real-time continuous manner to protect the host system from attack or intrusion.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2003Date of Patent: July 21, 2009Assignee: AT&T Intellectual Property I, L.P.Inventors: James M. Doherty, Thomas Lee Adams, Stephen Mark Mueller
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Patent number: 7336653Abstract: The present invention is an Advanced Intelligent Network (AIN) based system and method that allows a subscriber connected to the Internet via a dial-up connection to receive caller identification information concerning an incoming telephone call. The information may be provided via a pop-up dialog box on the subscriber's display, which includes but is not limited to a monitor of a personal computer (PC). The information displayed to the subscriber includes the name and number of the calling party, if available. In addition, several disposition options are presented to the subscriber solely via the Internet which, upon selection, determine the handling of the incoming call.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2004Date of Patent: February 26, 2008Assignee: AT&T Labs, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Lee Adams, Laura Kay Culli, Michael Albert Machacek, Richard Everett Sabinson
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Patent number: 7242754Abstract: A system and method include implementing and accessing a subscriber's telecommunications services, using a graphical user interface (GUI) via the Internet, and an interactive voice response (IVR) system via the public switched telecommunications network (PSTN). The system and method enable a subscriber to review, schedule and modify call forwarding information stored and implemented by a service control point (SCP) through a common server from any dual tone multi-frequency (DTMF) telephone and IVR system via the PSTN or any GUI and Web client via the Internet. The subscriber is able to build and edit call forwarding data, such as a scheduler and priority and rejection screening lists, by the GUI via the Internet for subsequent implementation.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2003Date of Patent: July 10, 2007Assignee: AT&T Labs, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Lee Adams, Xiaolian Yang Bi, Gordon Lynn Blumenschein, Nancy Ann Book, Rodney T Brand, Susanne Marie Crockett, Laura Kay Culli, Mary Louise Hardzinski, Michael Albert Machacek, Thomas Joseph McBlain, John Wesley Moss, Stephen Mark Mueller, Karen Jeanne Pelletier, Richard Everett Sabinson, Paul Wilczynski, Elizabeth Goldwyn Gibson
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Patent number: 7212893Abstract: An automobile's maintenance port is wirelessly connected (for example, via an IEEE 802.11-based connection) to a plurality of gateways/routers that forward automobile diagnostic data (such as a series of diagnostic codes) to a server. Each gateway interfaces with two networks—a first wireless network for wireless communications with an automobile and a second network to communicate with the server. The server implements computer readable program code that aids in receiving forwarded automobile diagnostic data and analyzing the data to identify malfunctions. The server sends the analyzed data or a report based on the analyzed data to a subscriber-defined location (e.g., a PC with access to the Internet). Alternatively, the server can render an indication in the automobile to inform a user that the generated report is ready for electronic retrieval.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2005Date of Patent: May 1, 2007Assignee: AT&T Knowledge Ventures, L.P.Inventors: James M Doherty, Thomas Lee Adams
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Patent number: 6985587Abstract: The preferred embodiments described herein provide a method and system for calling line authenticated key distribution. In one preferred embodiment, an authentication key is provided to a calling party if the calling party is phoning from a calling line associated with an authorized user. This preferred embodiment provides a more secure authentication key distribution method as compared to the prior art since preventing an unauthorized user from gaining access to an authorized user's calling line is more feasible and reliable than attempting to prevent an unauthorized user from obtaining an authorized user's password. Other preferred embodiments are provided, and each of the preferred embodiments described herein can be used alone or in combination with one another.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2001Date of Patent: January 10, 2006Assignee: SBC Technology Resources, Inc.Inventor: Thomas Lee Adams
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Patent number: 6920381Abstract: An automobile's maintenance port is wirelessly connected (for example, via an IEEE 802.11-based connection) to a plurality of gateways/routers that forward automobile diagnostic data (such as a series of diagnostic codes) to a network analyzer server. The network analyzer server offers subscribers a service providing analysis of the received diagnostic data, wherein such analyzed information is transmitted to one or more predetermined locations (such as to a personal computer of the subscriber or a mechanic's diagnostic device at a service station). Thus, homeowners and garages receive the same data and the system eliminates the need for garages to purchase expensive engine analyzers.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2003Date of Patent: July 19, 2005Assignee: SBC Properties, LPInventors: James M. Doherty, Thomas Lee Adams
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Publication number: 20040264439Abstract: A connection between an external host and a host internal to a network (e.g., VPN or LAN) and located behind a firewall and/or NAT-enabled device is established and maintained. A dynamic DNS server is updated with the remote location (RL) information associated with the internal host. This information includes the dialed number (i.e. the number assigned to the internal host), the physical address of the internal host, the private IP address corresponding to the internal host, the public IP address corresponding to the firewall, and the port on which voice data is to be communicated. Each time the internal host's location changes, a new and updated record is sent to the dynamic DNS server. The call placed by an external host reaches its final destination based on the record information in the DNS server table.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2003Publication date: December 30, 2004Applicant: SBC Properties, L.P.Inventors: James M. Doherty, Thomas Lee Adams, Steve Mueller
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Publication number: 20040240651Abstract: The present invention is an Advanced Intelligent Network (AIN) based system and method that allows a subscriber connected to the Internet via a dial-up connection to receive caller identification information concerning an incoming telephone call. The information may be provided via a pop-up dialog box on the subscriber's display, which includes but is not limited to a monitor of a personal computer (PC). The information displayed to the subscriber includes the name and number of the calling party, if available. In addition, several disposition options are presented to the subscriber solely via the Internet which, upon selection, determine the handling of the incoming call.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2004Publication date: December 2, 2004Applicant: SBC Technology Resources, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Lee Adams, Laura Kay Culli, Michael Albert Machacek, Richard Everett Sabinson
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Publication number: 20040225422Abstract: An automobile's maintenance port is wirelessly connected (for example, via an IEEE 802.11-based connection) to a plurality of gateways/routers that forward automobile diagnostic data (such as a series of diagnostic codes) to a network analyzer server. The network analyzer server offers subscribers a service providing analysis of the received diagnostic data, wherein such analyzed information is transmitted to one or more predetermined locations (such as to a personal computer of the subscriber or a mechanic's diagnostic device at a service station). Thus, homeowners and garages receive the same data and the system eliminates the need for garages to purchase expensive engine analyzers.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2003Publication date: November 11, 2004Inventors: James M. Doherty, Thomas Lee Adams
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Patent number: 6816481Abstract: The present invention is an Advanced Intelligent Network (AIN) based system and method that allows a subscriber connected to the Internet via a dial-up connection to receive caller identification information concerning an incoming telephone call. The information may be provided via a pop-up dialog box on the subscriber's display, which includes but is not limited to a monitor of a personal computer (PC). The information displayed to the subscriber includes the name and number of the calling party, if available. In addition, several disposition options are presented to the subscriber solely via the Internet which, upon selection, determine the handling of the incoming call.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2000Date of Patent: November 9, 2004Assignee: SBC Technology Resources, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Lee Adams, Laura Kay Culli, Michael Albert Machacek, Richard Everett Sabinson
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Publication number: 20040181326Abstract: A fixed wireless network is defined by a home gateway communicating with a network interface device located in vehicles within a fixed predefined area. The network interface devices enable the transfer of vehicle location related measurements to the home gateway when the vehicle is within the fixed predefined area. When the vehicle roams outside the predefined area, measurements are obtained by an in-vehicle Global Positioning System (GPS). The obtained measurements are then uploaded from the logging database to the home gateway using the network interface devices when the vehicle returns to the fixed predefined area. The measurements can further be uploaded from the home gateway to a network-based service location system. The measurement may include maintenance, speed, or vehicle usage information.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2003Publication date: September 16, 2004Inventors: Thomas Lee Adams, James M. Doherty
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Publication number: 20040005045Abstract: A system and method include implementing and accessing a subscriber's telecommunications services, using a graphical user interface (GUI) via the Internet, and an interactive voice response (IVR) system via the public switched telecommunications network (PSTN). The system and method enable a subscriber to review, schedule and modify call forwarding information stored and implemented by a service control point (SCP) through a common server from any dual tone multi-frequency (DTMF) telephone and IVR system via the PSTN or any GUI and Web client via the Internet. The subscriber is able to build and edit call forwarding data, such as a scheduler and priority and rejection screening lists, by the GUI via the Internet for subsequent implementation.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2003Publication date: January 8, 2004Applicant: SBC Technology Resources, Inc., Austin, TexasInventors: Thomas Lee Adams, Xiaolian Yang Bi, Gordon Lynn Blumenschein, Nancy Ann Book, Rodney T. Brand, Susanne Marie Crockett, Laura Kay Culli, Mary Louise Hardzinski, Michael Albert Machacek, Thomas Joseph McBlain, John Wesley Moss, Stephen Mark Mueller, Karen Jeanne Pelletier, Richard Everett Sabinson, Paul Wilczynski, Elizabeth Goldwyn Gibson
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Patent number: 6631186Abstract: A system and method include implementing and accessing a subscriber's telecommunications services, using a graphical user interface (GUI) via the Internet, and an interactive voice response (IVR) system via the public switched telecommunications network (PSTN). The system and method enable a subscriber to review, schedule and modify call forwarding information stored and implemented by a service control-point (SCP) through a common server from any dual tone multi-frequency (DTMF) telephone and IVR system via the PSTN or any GUI and Web client via the Internet. The subscriber is able to build and edit call forwarding data, such as a scheduler and priority and rejection screening lists, by the GUI via the Internet for subsequent implementation.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2000Date of Patent: October 7, 2003Assignee: SBC Technology Resources, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Lee Adams, Xiaolian Yang Bi, Gordon Lynn Blumenschein, Nancy Ann Book, Rodney T Brand, Susanne Marie Crockett, Laura Kay Culli, Mary Louise Hardzinski, Michael Albert Machacek, Thomas Joseph McBlain, John Wesley Moss, Stephen Mark Mueller, Karen Jeanne Pelletier, Richard Everett Sabinson, Paul Wilczynski, Elizabeth Goldwyn Gibson
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Publication number: 20020159597Abstract: The preferred embodiments described herein provide a method and system for calling line authenticated key distribution. In one preferred embodiment, an authentication key is provided to a calling party if the calling party is phoning from a calling line associated with an authorized user. This preferred embodiment provides a more secure authentication key distribution method as compared to the prior art since preventing an unauthorized user from gaining access to an authorized user's calling line is more feasible and reliable than attempting to prevent an unauthorized user from obtaining an authorized user's password. Other preferred embodiments are provided, and each of the preferred embodiments described herein can be used alone or in combination with one another.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2001Publication date: October 31, 2002Inventor: Thomas Lee Adams
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Publication number: 20020087875Abstract: A calling line authentication system and method are disclosed. The system comprises a communication network and a key server. The communication network receives a telephone number signal from a calling source attempting to access a secured service of a calling destination. The communication network identifies a directory number representative of the calling source and provides an authentication key to the key server when the directory number is one of a list of authorized directory numbers stored within the communication network. The key server provides the authentication key to the calling destination as an indication that the calling source has authorization for access to the secured service.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2000Publication date: July 4, 2002Inventor: Thomas Lee Adams