Controlling access-point operation using a context aware client device

Abstract

Techniques for using contextual information from a host STAs in the context of a wireless network having at least one non-AP station (STA) are disclosed. The host STA uses transmitted fields from the AP to determine a make of the AP. The host STA sends a request message to control one or more AP parameters to the AP. The host STA, if the AP accepts the message, sends another message identifying the STAs in its network. The host STA also acquires, via a message from the AP, details about the STAs associated with the AP. When receiving contextual information from itself or otherwise, the host STA determines an appropriate action, and transmits an action request message for the AP to take the action. The AP confirms once the action is taken.

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