Portable computing system and portable computer for use with same

摘要

A computing system comprising a pocket personal computer and a reader are disclosed. The pocket PC is pocket-sized and comprises flash memory, and optionally a processor and a GPS chip. The reader includes a monitor, a keyboard with docking port and an optional processor and at least one input/output USB connector. A user cannot interact with the pocket PC without the reader. The credit card size and capabilities of the pocket PC allows a user to easily carry virtually their entire computer in a pocket for use anywhere there is a reader. In addition, the pocket PC provides security against unauthorized use, even if lost or stolen. A password or fingerprints are required to access to the device, the circuit board may be coated with a protective coating and the system may include an RFID tag and RFID reader.

主权项

1. A portable computer comprising:
a portable smartcard comprising: at least one processor; at least one controller hub; at least one integrated circuit for storing data; one or more flash memory drive storage components; one or more multipin connectors adapted for connecting the portable computer to at least one reader that has no user application processing CPU and is configured only to power the portable smartcard and to route input and output signals of the portable smartcard; and a substantially rigid epoxy coating substantially enclosing the at least one processor, the at least one controller hub, the at least one integrated circuit, the flash memory drive storage components and the one or more multipin connectors, wherein the at least one reader includes means for direct user interaction with the portable computer.