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Abstract

A method and apparatus for enhancing computer security while controllably enabling online remote access for power-up to a computer at a far cite and also offering functions adaptable for communication protocols accommodating network architecture. To this end, a remote network device is provided which includes a switch module on the power supply line coupled to a CPU and to more than one personal computer (PC) hardware resource connected to the CPU. The switch module is operable to switch the operation voltages of the CPU and hardware resources. The device also includes a stand-by module on a signal transmit/receive line for use with the CPU and PC hardware resources in transmitting and receiving signals to and from external communication facility associated therewith. The standby module comes with its own drive power supply independent of the PC's power supply, and is normally rendered operative in any communication events. The standby module includes an identifier unit and controller. The identifier is for identifying one or both of ID data and password involved in an externally supplied signal to provide identification (ID) data. The controller is responsive to this ID data for controlling switching operations of the switch module.

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