Modular adjunct processor made of identical multi-function modules adaptable under direction of one of them to perform any of the adjunct-processor functions

摘要: A voice-mail system (10) is assembled from one (100) or more (100-102) programmable multi-function boards all of which are interchangeable and physically identical. The functionality distributed, on a function-by-function basis, among the modules system, each can perform any more, all, requisite functions. One designated master module (100). Under program control, it specifies to functions that perform. responds specification by loading itself with programs whose execution will result in performance specified No separate distinct resource-management needed.