Group-oriented communications user interface
US5579472A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 9, 1994 |
| Grant date | Nov 26, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 9, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M2203/4509
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and methods are provided for displaying and processing communications via a variety of communications media using a personal computer. Messages received either wirelessly, for example, wireless e-mail, or over telephone wireline, such as voice mail or facsimile, are segregated and presented for review by the subscriber according to whether the originator is within a select group of routinely contacted individuals and also by type of media. The system includes a graphical user interface to provide an intuitive and efficient message processing capability. In alternative embodiments the apparatus and methods are self-documenting and facilitate communication to the system manufacturer.
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