Communication Blocking System Using Subscriber Threshold Aggregation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current communication blocking programs are ineffective in preventing telemarketers from continued contact, as they fail to properly block repeated communications from the same originators.
Innovation Solution
A software system that runs on a subscriber's computer, which counts and tracks the number of communications from a third party and blocks further communications if the threshold set by the subscriber is exceeded, using a network and server to aggregate data from multiple users and determine undesirable callers before they contact a majority of subscribers.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If current blocking programs are used, then some telemarketing calls are blocked, but telemarketers can easily bypass the blocks and continue contacting subscribers
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple subscriber reports about the same telemarketer into a centralized database. When multiple subscribers report the same third-party number, the system aggregates these reports and automatically blocks that number across the network, making the blocking system more effective without requiring complex individual analysis at each subscriber endpoint
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements a feedback mechanism where subscribers report blocked telemarketers, the system processes these reports through the server, and updates the blocking database accordingly. This continuous feedback loop allows the system to adapt and improve blocking effectiveness over time while maintaining relatively simple local software on subscriber devices
2Object-affected harmful factors
If a threshold-based blocking system is implemented across multiple subscribers, then telemarketing annoyance is reduced, but more data transmission and processing is required
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-processing and storing telemarketer data in a centralized database before actual blocking decisions are made. When a subscriber receives a call, the system quickly checks the pre-prepared database rather than analyzing communication patterns in real-time, reducing the energy required during actual blocking operations
Solution Approach 2:
The server acts as an intermediary that consolidates data from multiple subscribers before transmitting blocking decisions back to individual devices. This intermediary approach reduces redundant data transmission by having each subscriber device communicate with the central server rather than exchanging data directly with each other, lowering overall network energy consumption
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AI summary
A system and method of blocking a telecommunication is provided. The present invention may include a network of subscribers in communication with a server. The server is able to count an amount of times a third party attempts a telecommunication with one of its subscribers. Each subscriber may set threshold amount of telecommunications. Once the third party has reached the threshold amount of telecommunications, the telecommunication attempt is blocked from reaching additional subscribers.