Patent ID: 8931071
Filing Date: 2015-01-06
Classification: H04L,H04N

Abstract:
1. A computer implemented method for a video conference, comprising: at a processor, scanning a biometric parameter of an individual; at a processor, determining whether the scanned biometric parameter of the individual matches a stored biometric parameter of a plurality of different stored biometric parameters for a plurality of individuals; at a processor, identifying the individual based upon the stored biometric parameter; determining whether the identified individual is authorized to participate in a video conference; and if authorized, at processor, connecting the identified individual to the video conference; if not authorized, at the processor, displaying a message on a display device indicating that an unauthorized individual has entered the video conference; not activating a microphone for the video conference wherein the microphone is associated with the unauthorized individual; and rescanning an iris of a previously authorized individual of the video conference for allowing the unauthorized individual to participate in the video conference.