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Computer-implemented system and method for home page customization and e-commerce support

US7342587B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 30, 2005
Grant dateMar 11, 2008
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Expiry dateSep 30, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA63F2300/6018
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A computer-implemented system and method for home page customization and e-commerce support is disclosed. The present invention relates to avatar home pages and the combination of a home page customization service with an e-commerce marketplace through which users can purchase home page decorations made by third party developers. Various embodiments include a “chat now” online matching system and a real-time map showing the geographical location of users in an online community.

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