18517097. INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD OF CONTROLLING INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD OF CONTROLLING INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Toshinori Kawaura of Kanagawa (JP)

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD OF CONTROLLING INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18517097 titled 'INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, METHOD OF CONTROLLING INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an information processing apparatus that helps establish a wireless connection between a communication device and an access point. If the connection is not established, the display unit of the apparatus shows information to guide the user in setting up the connection.

  • First setup unit executes wireless setup to connect communication device and access point
  • Display unit shows information for establishing connection if not established by first setup unit

Potential Applications

This technology can be applied in various settings where wireless connections need to be established quickly and efficiently, such as:

  • Home networking
  • Office environments
  • Public Wi-Fi hotspots

Problems Solved

This technology addresses the following issues:

  • Simplifying the process of setting up wireless connections
  • Providing guidance to users in establishing connections effectively

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include:

  • Improved user experience in setting up wireless connections
  • Faster and more reliable establishment of connections
  • Reduced frustration for users dealing with connection issues

Potential Commercial Applications

The technology can be commercially applied in:

  • Consumer electronics
  • Networking devices
  • Smart home systems

Possible Prior Art

Prior art in this field may include:

  • Wireless setup wizards in operating systems
  • Mobile apps for configuring Wi-Fi connections

Unanswered Questions

How does the apparatus ensure the security of the wireless connection?

The abstract does not mention specific security measures implemented by the apparatus to protect the wireless connection.

Can the display unit provide troubleshooting tips if the connection setup fails multiple times?

The abstract does not specify if the display unit offers troubleshooting tips in case the connection setup fails repeatedly.


Original Abstract Submitted

An information processing apparatus includes: a first setup unit configured to execute first wireless setup in order to establish connection between a communication apparatus and an access point; and a display unit configured to display information for establishing the connection between the communication apparatus and the access point on a display unit of the information processing apparatus in a case where the connection between the communication apparatus and the access point is not established by the first setup unit.