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Method and system for automated collaboration using electronic book highlights and notations

US7246118B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 6, 2001
Grant dateJul 17, 2007
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S707/99937
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present invention provides a method, apparatus, and computer implemented instructions for sharing highlighted passages and notations in an electronic book. A user can highlight passages and/or notes, which are tagged and automatically sent to a designated set of recipients. The designated recipients can enter search criteria so that the highlighted passages and/or notes are displayed in their electronic book based on the specified criteria.

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