AU5354901A - Dynamically controlling video and data transmissions - Google Patents

Dynamically controlling video and data transmissions

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AU5354901A
AU5354901A AU5354901A AU5354901A AU5354901A AU 5354901 A AU5354901 A AU 5354901A AU 5354901 A AU5354901 A AU 5354901A AU 5354901 A AU5354901 A AU 5354901A AU 5354901 A AU5354901 A AU 5354901A
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data transmissions
dynamically controlling
controlling video
video
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David B Kinder
Linda B Welsh
Stanley Mo
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Intel Corp
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  • Two-Way Televisions, Distribution Of Moving Picture Or The Like (AREA)
  • Information Transfer Between Computers (AREA)
  • Circuits Of Receivers In General (AREA)
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