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A communication system includes a removable computer which is information-coupled to a built-in computer system of a vehicle. The computer is removably resident in a predetermined location within the vehicle and communicates with a vehicle computer system either wirelessly or via a connectorized bus

A communication system includes a removable computer which is information-coupled to a built-in computer system of a vehicle. The computer is removably resident in a predetermined location within the vehicle and communicates with a vehicle computer system either wirelessly or via a connectorized bus. Additionally, the removable computer is video-linked to a driver information display mounted in the instrument panel of the vehicle.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. A system for enabling communication between a removable stand-alone computer, a built-in display and a built-in computer system of a vehicle, the system comprising:a communication interface positioned at a first preselected location within the vehicle;a second preselect

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. A system for enabling communication between a removable stand-alone computer, a built-in display and a built-in computer system of a vehicle, the system comprising:a communication interface positioned at a first preselected location within the vehicle;a second preselected location within the vehicle for receipt of the stand-alone computer;a communications medium coupling the stand-alone computer to the communication interface;a video display mounted in the instrument panel of the vehicle; anda video link coupling display information from the stand-alone computer to the video display such that the stand-alone computer can be operated graphically through the video display.