Gateway Server Consolidates Internet Access and Security

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Solution Overview

Problem

Users face complexity and security concerns when accessing the internet, as they need to manage multiple computer programs and updates, and are vulnerable to viruses and intruders, especially during online communications like banking transactions.

Innovation Solution

A communication system that uses a pre-selected host server for secure broadband internet access, providing all necessary software and hardware, eliminating the need for users to manage multiple programs or updates, and ensuring secure access through unique port secured access and public known keys.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If users access the internet using multiple computer programs, then access to various information and services is enabled, but the complexity of managing different programs and their updates increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveaccess to information and servicesVSAvoidmanagement of multiple programs and updates
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a gateway server as an intermediary between users and the internet. This gateway consolidates multiple computer programs and services into a single access point, allowing users to interact with various information and services through one unified interface rather than managing multiple separate programs

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The gateway server is designed to perform multiple functions including web browsing, email, file transfer, and other internet services through a single unified program. This multi-functional approach eliminates the need for users to manage separate software applications for different online activities

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If users install firewall and anti-virus software on their personal computers, then protection against viruses and intruders is provided, but the requirement for cyclical updates increases user burden

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprotection against viruses and intrudersVSAvoidcyclical updates required
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The gateway server acts as a security intermediary between the user's personal computer and the internet. It集中 implements firewall and anti-virus protection at the network level, so users receive protection without needing to install or update security software on their own devices

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The gateway server automatically manages its own security updates and maintenance without requiring user intervention. The system performs self-updates for firewall and anti-virus protections, eliminating the burden of cyclical updates from users

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Adaptability or versatility

If personal computers are continuously upgraded to cope with newer software requirements, then compatibility with latest programs is maintained, but the cost and frequency of upgrades increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecompatibility with latest programsVSAvoidcost and frequency of upgrades
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The gateway server serves as an intermediary that handles compatibility with the latest internet programs and standards. Users access these updated services through the gateway without needing to upgrade their own personal computers, as the gateway maintains the necessary software capabilities

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS8219022B2Communication method, communication system and communication device
Publication Date: 2012.07.10 ZEBIC GREGOR
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AI summary

The present invention relates to a data communication method, a data communication system and a communication device. In particular, the present invention relates to a wireless communication device, wherein a broadband internet connection between said communication device and a data network is used. Said broadband internet connection has a high security between said wireless communication device and a data network by the usage of a unique port secured access by means of public known keys.