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Method and apparatus for optimizing client responsiveness and server performance

US7353264B2 · kind B2 · utility

3Cited by
14References
21Claims
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Filing dateNov 13, 2002
Grant dateApr 1, 2008
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F11/2294
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for providing on line assistance to an end user who is experiencing a problem with a computer. The computer includes a display, a monitoring unit, and a browser. The browser is loaded on the computer and is configured to establish an on-line session with another computer when the browser is enabled. The monitoring unit periodically monitors the other computer for any messages destined for the computer when the browser is closed.

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