An intelligent network-based E-commerce protocol

This paper describes a protocol for electronic payments using existing inte lligent network (IN) infrastructure. This is of particular benefit to netwo rk operators who already have a large investment in LN infrastructure. Thro ugh this protocol they can extend their existing billing systems to support electronic commerce (e-commerce), Users can be charged for micro-payments on their telephone bill. This way they may enjoy the benefits of having an easy, relatively accepted and recognised billing system.