Methods and apparatus of managing a communication system, wherein a decision regarding a level of activity at a first end is made based at least in part on the level of activity at the second end. The received data message includes a Mobile Station Identifier number of the M2M device; GPS coordinates of the M2M device determined by the M2M device; and utility usage information. The facsimile machine communicates with the server and includes input and output units to input and output text, images, and voice messages. The discharge head is arranged on the carriage. The minor body is preferably attached by a liquid adhesive to the ledge section of the major body.