Method and apparatus for managing calls in a packet network

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8681633
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11098815

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Method and apparatus for managing calls in a packet network is described. One aspect of the invention relates to a method of processing a call in a packet network in communication with a plurality of egress networks. A destination endpoint for the call is identified. Routing cost data associated with the plurality of egress networks is processed to identify an egress network of the plurality of egress networks providing a least cost route to the destination endpoint device. The call is routed towards the destination endpoint device through the identified egress network.

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  • AT&T CORP.;AT&T INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY II, L.P.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Croak, Marian Fair Haven, US 249 1913
Eslambolchi, Hossein Los Altos Hills, US 473 5505

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