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Sonoma Systems Grants License for Computer Integrated PBX System Patent to Brooktrout

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Sonoma Systems, a leading provider of Broadband Integrated Access Devices (IADs), has granted a license for its Computer Integrated PBX System Patent to Brooktrout, Inc. This agreement allows Brooktrout to use the patented PBX System technology in its products, including telephony options for PC servers with fault-tolerant voice switches and audio capabilities. The licensing agreement is a significant step forward for both companies, as it enables Brooktrout to offer a broader array of telephony products to its customers building communication systems for the New Network.

Key Takeaways:

  • Sonoma Systems granted a license for its Computer Integrated PBX System Patent to Brooktrout, Inc. under an agreement.
  • The patented PBX System technology includes a telephony option for PC servers with a fault-tolerant voice switch and audio capabilities.
  • The licensing agreement gives Brooktrout access to next-generation telephony technologies, enabling it to better meet the needs of its customers.
  • Sonoma Systems acquired the Computer Integrated PBX technology through its March 2000 acquisition of Netphone, Inc., which included patents, copyrights, hardware, software, and telephony technology expertise.
  • Brooktrout participated in the first round of external financing for NetPhone, Inc. and established an early relationship with the company.
  • The PBX System is a critical component of many PBX, voice mail, and call center type solutions.
  • Sonoma Systems will be announcing other licensees in Q4 2000.
  • The full text of the patent, including claims, is available online at http://www.uspto.gov/patft.

Statistics:

  • 2000: The year Sonoma Systems acquired Netphone, Inc. and subsequently granted the license to Brooktrout.
  • 2000: The year the acquisition of assets included Netphone patents, copyrights, hardware, software, and telephony technology expertise was completed.
  • Q4 2000: The time frame in which Sonoma Systems will announce other licensees.
  • 1: The symbol under which Brooktrout, Inc. is traded on NASDAQ (BRKT).

Sources:

  • Business Wire, "Sonoma Systems Grants License for Computer Integrated PBX System Patent to Brooktrout" (Oct. 16, 2000)
  • http://www.uspto.gov/patft (full text of the patent, including claims)
  • Brooktrout, Inc. website: http://www.brooktrout.com/investor
  • Sonoma Systems website: http: www.sonoma-systems.com
  • NASDAQ website: BRKT

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