System and method to enable searching across multiple databases and files using a single search
US7293014B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 18, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S707/99943
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
According to one aspect of the present invention, a method includes receiving a search category and a search keyword entered by a user. The method also includes performing a single search on at least one database and at least one attached document for data records matching the search category and the search keyword. The method further includes generating search results comprising of the data records matching the search category and the search keyword.
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