Method and system for automated collaboration using electronic book highlights and notations
US7246118B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 6, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 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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