摘要 |
Disclosed is a communication module 62A, eg a modem, server or router, for connecting a computer 60 to a network 70A. The module has a processor (e.g. server 72) that enables the module to communicate with the network independently of the host computer. The module may operate wirelessly using GSM, GPRS or other such mobile telecommunications networks. The processor may send the host's data and its own communications via separate channels which may be physically or logically independent. The processor may receive operating instructions for the module independently of the computer. The module may have means to operate automatically in response to set events, such as the power-up of the host, an operational error by the host or at a set time. The module may be triggered by receiving a message from the network, such as an SMT message. The module may used IP-based communication. The module may have a identification module, such as a SIM card and the module may receive over the air updates for the identification module.
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