Terminal Charging Policy Embedding for Sponsored Services
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current sponsored service methods in mobile communication systems are limited in flexibility, requiring a separate proxy server and involving the disclosure of sensitive information to network operators, which reduces service diversity and increases costs.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that allow for the transmission and reception of charging policy information within mobile communication systems, using a terminal with a transceiver and control unit to include charging policy information in data packets, enabling flexible sponsored service provision without the need for a separate proxy server and reducing the disclosure of sensitive information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a proxy server is used to provide sponsored service, then service providers can bear communication expenses, but service diversity is reduced and flexibility is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the charging policy information from the network operator's control and embeds it directly into data packets at the application layer. This removes the need for a proxy server to mediate charging decisions, enabling diverse services to be provided directly by service providers while maintaining network operator oversight through the embedded charging information.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces charging policy information as an intermediary element embedded in data packets. This intermediary carries billing instructions between the application layer and network elements, enabling flexible sponsored service provisioning without requiring a proxy server architecture.
2Adaptability or versatility
If charging policy information is embedded in data packets, then sponsored service flexibility is improved, but information security risks increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by embedding charging policy information specifically in the application layer data packets rather than modifying the entire network architecture. This localized approach provides flexibility where needed while maintaining standard security protocols elsewhere in the system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the parameter of charging control from network-centric to application-layer embedded. By modifying how charging information is transmitted (embedded in data packets) rather than changing the fundamental security architecture, the system achieves flexibility while managing security risks through established protocols.
3Reliability
If a proxy server is deployed for sponsored service, then charging can be managed, but system costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the charging management function into the existing network elements and application layer protocols. By combining charging policy embedding with standard data transmission protocols, the system eliminates the need for separate proxy server infrastructure while maintaining reliable charging management.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent makes existing network elements and data packet structures multi-functional by embedding charging policy information within standard protocols. This universal approach allows existing infrastructure to handle both data transmission and charging management, eliminating the need for dedicated proxy server hardware and reducing system costs.
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AI summary
A method for transmitting and receiving a signal by a terminal in a mobile communication system is provided. The method includes transmitting a first message including information related to a service to a core network, receiving a response to the first message from the core network, and transmitting or receiving traffic related to the service based on the response.