KR20030030367A - Bidirectional wireless service system and method using 2-WAY pager network - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE: A bi-directional radio service system and method using a 2-way pager network are provided to increase a profit of an ISP/CP through expansion of paid users by discriminating paid service users and constructing a data communication environment, and create a new profit of an ISP by making a PCMCIA user and a communication network provider to share a communication service use fee. CONSTITUTION: A user has an information processor(302) in which a bi-directional radio interface card formed as a PCMCIA card is installed, through which the user is connected to a radio network provided by a radio network provider(304). The information processor can be a computer, a notebook computer, a PDA(Personal Data Assistance) or a Web pad. The radio network can be a 2-Way pager network. The user is connected to an ISP(306) such as DAUM or MSN through the radio network to use a service such as E-mail or IM(chatting). The ISP(306) provides the service such as E-mail or IM(chatting) with fee or for free, and makes a profit for the use of the paid service. The radio network provider(304) makes a profit from the network use fee.

Description

Bidirectional wireless service system and method using 2-WAY pager network}

The present invention relates to a two-way wireless service, and more particularly, to a two-way wireless service system and a two-way wireless service method using a two-way communication module in the form of a PCMCIA card that can be connected to the 2-Way pager network.

1 is a configuration diagram showing an example of a conventional two-way service system is an example showing the configuration of a service system using a wired network, such as a telephone, LAN (LAN). In the system shown in Figure 1, the user has a modem, an information processing apparatus 102 equipped with a LAN card (LAN card), by using the wired network or LAN (LAN), etc. provided by the wired network operator 104 Connect to your wired network. Here, as an information processing apparatus, a computer, a notebook computer (Notebook), a PDA (Personal Data Assistance), Webpad, etc. are mentioned.

In addition, an Internet Service Provider (ISP) 106 such as DAUM, MSN (Microsoft Service Network), etc. may be connected via a wired network. Use services such as IM (chatting).

ISP 106 sends e-mail. Services such as IM (chatting) are provided for a fee or free, and a fee for the paid service is obtained as a profit.

On the other hand, the wired network operator 104 obtains the network royalty as a revenue.

As the system shown in FIG. 1 uses a wired network that requires a fixed connection, the service cannot be used while the user is moving, resulting in a decrease in efficiency and user convenience of the information processing device, such as PDA / Notebook. It will act as a deterrent to market expansion.

2 is a block diagram showing another example of a conventional bidirectional service system showing an example of the configuration of a service system using a wireless network. In the system shown in FIG. 2, the user has an information processing device 202 that can be connected to a cellular phone, and the cellular communication network provided by a wireless network provider 204 such as SK Telecome, KTF, etc., by using the cellular phone. Connect to

In addition, a user connects to an Internet Service Provider (ISP) 206 such as DAUM, MSN (Microsoft Service Network) through a cellular communication network, and sends an E-mail. Use services such as IM (chatting).

ISP 206 sends e-mail. Services such as IM (chatting) are provided for a fee or free, and a fee for the paid service is obtained as a profit.

On the other hand, the wireless network operator 204 obtains the network royalty as a revenue. The payment for the paid service provided by the ISP 208 may be performed by the wireless network operator 204.

Although the system shown in FIG. 2 has an advantage of being able to be used even when the user is moving compared to using only the wire, the charge burden due to the high fee for use of the cellular communication network increases. The royalty burden acts as a deterrent to the expansion of the PDA / Notebook market.

As described above, in the conventional interactive service system, there are problems such as lack of mobility and burden of usage fee, and in addition, the differentiated pay Internet service provided by the ISP in both wired and wireless methods is insignificant, and the lack of ISP's profit model and deepening of money shortage, and As the initial stage of the two-way communication market, there are problems such as low profits of network operators due to lack of subscribers.

The present invention has been devised to solve the above problems, and an object thereof is to provide a new two-way wireless service system that enables a low-cost wireless two-way communication service.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a new two-way wireless service system that enables a low-cost wireless two-way communication service.

1 is a configuration diagram showing an example of a conventional interactive service system.

2 is a configuration diagram showing another example of a conventional interactive service system.

3 is a block diagram showing the configuration of a two-way wireless service system according to the present invention.

4 shows an example of a business model using the system according to the present invention.

5 shows another example of a business model using the system according to the present invention.

6 is a flow chart showing the flow of services using the system shown in FIG.

FIG. 7 is a diagram for schematically illustrating a process of obtaining revenue by a manufacturer, an ISP, or a large service provider when using the system according to the present invention.

Two-way wireless service system according to the present invention for achieving the above object

2-WAY pager network;

A service provider providing a service using the 2-WAY pager network; And

It can be mounted on the information processing device, characterized in that it comprises an interface card that can be connected to the 2-WAY pager network.

Two-way wireless service method according to the present invention for achieving the above another object

Preparing an interface card mounted on an information processing device, the interface card capable of accessing the 2-WAY pager network;

Providing, by a two-way wireless service provider, the interface card to a user;

And a process in which the user mounts the interface card to the information processing apparatus and accesses and uses the two-way wireless service server through the 2-way pager network.

Hereinafter, the configuration and operation of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

3 is a block diagram showing the configuration of a two-way wireless service system according to the present invention.

In the system shown in Figure 3, the user has an information processing device 302 equipped with a two-way air interface card (hereinafter referred to as a PCMCIA card) made in the form of a PCMCIA card, by using the wireless network operator 304 Connect to the provided wireless network. Here, as an information processing apparatus, a computer, a notebook computer (Notebook), a PDA (Personal Data Assistance), Webpad, etc. are mentioned. In addition, it is preferable to use a 2-WAY pager network as a wireless network.

In addition, a user connects to an ISP 308 such as DAUM or MSN (Microsoft Service Network) through a wireless network. Use services such as IM (chatting).

ISP 306 sends e-mail. Services such as IM (chatting) are provided for a fee or free, and a fee for the paid service is obtained as a profit.

On the other hand, the wireless network operator 304 obtains the network royalty as a revenue.

Here, the PCMCIA card is an interface card for performing a bidirectional communication service, and has a built-in bidirectional communication module. The PCMCIA card is functionally distinguished from a PCMCIA card having a LAN / Memory function and enables data communication such as a PDA, a notebook, and a webpad. It can be attached to or detached from the information processing device that is easy to move. When the PCMCIA card is removed or not used from the information processing device, the PCMCIA card performs a function unique to the information processing device.

The system shown in FIG. 3 can reduce the burden of royalties due to data communication by using an inexpensive 2-WAY pager network. ISP operators can expect to increase subscribers by providing PCMCIA cards to service users free of charge. In addition, network operators can generate new revenue by introducing ISP subscribers into network users.

4 shows an example of a business model using the system according to the present invention.

In the business model shown in Fig. 4, the ISP receives a large amount of PCMCIA cards from the manufacturer and provides them to the user free of charge. The user installs the PCMCIA card in the information processing device and receives the paid service provided by the ISP through the 2-WAY pager network.

ISPs get paid for paid services and wireless operators get paid for 2-way pager networks.

5 shows another example of a business model using the system according to the present invention.

In the business model shown in FIG. 5, a large service company such as a hotel, an airport, a large cafe, a large exhibition hall, a racecourse, a racetrack, etc. receives a large amount of PCMCIA type bidirectional communication module from a manufacturer and rents it to a user for a fee. . The user installs a PCMCIA card in the information processing device and enjoys the services provided by a large service provider through a 2-way pager network.

Large service providers earn revenue from rentals and service fees for interactive modules, while wireless operators earn revenue from 2-way pager networks.

6 is a flow chart showing the flow of services using the system shown in FIG.

First, a user receives a PCMCIA card for a fee or free from an ISP or a large service provider (s602).

The user attaches the provided PCMCIA card to an information processing device such as a PDA and a notebook (s604).

The user installs a driver suitable for the PCMCIA card in the information processing device (s606). If the Plug & Play function can be used, this process can be omitted.

The user connects to the ISP after completing the application for using the two-way wireless communication network. In the case of the loan, it is possible to directly access a site operated by a large service provider. (S608)

The user is provided with a desired service from an ISP or a large service provider (s610).

FIG. 7 is a diagram for schematically illustrating a process of obtaining revenue by a manufacturer, an ISP, or a large service provider when using the system according to the present invention.

PCMCIA card makers earn revenue from bilateral modules from ISPs or large service providers.

On the other hand, ISPs and large service providers earn service fees as revenue, while wireless network operators get network fees as revenue.

The two-way wireless service method according to the present invention is performed as follows.

First, an interface card that can be mounted on an information processing device and that can be connected to the 2-WAY pager network is prepared (s802).

The two-way wireless service provider provides the user with an interface card prepared in step s802 (s804).

The user installs the interface card provided in step s804 in the information processing apparatus and accesses and uses the two-way wireless service server through the 2-WAY pager network.

Here, the service provider may provide the interface card to the user for free or for a fee.

In addition, the fee for using the 2Way pager network may be shared between the service provider and the 2Way pager network operator.

Table 1 shows the annual usage fee comparison table for 2-way pager network and cellular network.

2-WAY pager network (monthly fee) Cellular network 5 minutes / day 10 minutes / day 20 minutes / day Annual network usage fee 134,000 150,000 330,000 600,000

As can be seen from Table 1, it can be seen that the annual fee for using the cellular network for 5 minutes per day is higher than the annual fee for the 2-way pager network. 2-Way pager service is currently provided by Seoul Mobile Service.

In the two-way wireless service system according to the present invention, when a free ISP / CP (Content Provider) service of a model is gradually paid, ISPs are provided through the expansion of a paying user base by providing a differentiated data communication environment and a data communication environment for paid service users, such as free PCMCIA. It is expected to increase the profit of / CP, and it is possible to generate new revenue for ISPs by sharing the network service fee paid by PCMCIA users provided by ISP for free.

In addition, the network operator can secure the revenue source by introducing the ISP subscriber to the network service user through an alliance with the ISP, or by increasing the number of communication network users through an alliance with a hotel / airport / exhibition hall / large cafe. Large service companies, such as hotels, airports, exhibition halls, and large cafes, can strengthen their competitiveness by differentiating their services and generate new revenue from rental fees.

In addition, by using a PCMCIA type interface card that is already common, it is possible to use existing information processing devices such as PDAs and notebooks without having to purchase a separate terminal capable of bidirectional communication, thereby increasing the efficiency of the information processing device. There is this. In addition, manufacturers will be offered new revenue opportunities through the supply of PDAs and Notebook manufacturers in the form of packages.

Claims (12)

2-WAY pager network; A service provider providing a service using the 2-WAY pager network; And And an interface card mounted on an information processing device, the interface card connecting to the 2-WAY pager network. The system of claim 1, wherein the interface card is a PCMCIA card. 3. The two-way radio service system of claim 2, wherein the service provider provides the PCMCIA card to a subscriber free of charge. 3. The two-way radio service system of claim 2, wherein the service provider rents the PCMCIA card to a user who needs a service he provides. In the two-way wireless service method using a 2-WAY pager network, Preparing an interface card mounted on an information processing device, the interface card capable of accessing the 2-WAY pager network; Providing, by a two-way wireless service provider, the interface card to a user; And a user attaching the interface card to an information processing apparatus and accessing and using a two-way wireless service server through the 2-way pager network. 6. The method of claim 5, wherein the service provider provides the interface card to the user free of charge. 6. The method of claim 5, wherein the service provider loans the interface card to a user who needs a service he provides. 6. The method of claim 5, wherein the service provider provides an interface card subscribed to the 2-Way pager network. The service provider of claim 5, wherein the service provider provides an unsubscribed interface card to the 2-way pager network. And allowing a user to subscribe to the 2-way pager network. 6. The method of claim 5, wherein the service fee of the 2-way pager network is borne by the service provider. The method of claim 10, wherein the fee for using the 2-Way pager network is shared between the service provider and the 2-Way pager network provider. 6. The method of claim 5, wherein the user fee for the 2-way pager network is borne by the user.