A network gateway is configured to facilitate on line and off line bi-directional
communication between a number of near end data and telephony devices with far
end data termination devices via a hybrid fiber coaxial network and a cable modem
termination system. The described network gateway combines a QAM receiver, a transmitter,
a DOCSIS MAC, a CPU, a voice and audio processor, an Ethernet MAC, and a USB controller
to provide high performance and robust operation. It is emphasized that this abstract
is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract which will allow a searcher
or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure.
It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or
limit the scope or the meaning of the claims.
