The inventive method for controlling network devices via a MMI provides a fast and comprehensive control directly from a common interface layer of the MMI. The method generates and at least partially displays a hierarchical view of icons of all devices (23-35) connected to the network and/or services...http://www.google.com/patents/US20020003548?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US20020003548 - Method for controlling network devices via a MMI