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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Oct. 08, 2002
Filed:
Oct. 15, 1996
Akihiko Obata, Kawasaki, JP;
Kazuo Sasaki, Kawasaki, JP;
Fujitsu Limited, Kawasaki, JP;
Abstract
A virtual proximity service control system capable of realizing informal and unplanned communication and a TV conference with which virtual proximity feeling can be obtained between remote persons in an office. The virtual proximity service uses a network formed by connecting a plurality of communication terminals of users in the office. Prior to commencing communication with the companion, the image of the department to which the companion belongs, information of the members of the department, another person who is performing communication with the department and relative sections, and address information of the terminal of the foregoing persons are acquired to perform communication while considering the state of the companion. Moreover, an opportunity to perform communication with a person adjacent to the companion can be obtained.