Search system using search subdomain and hints to subdomains in search query statements and sponsored results on a subdomain-by-subdomain basis
US7499914B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 5, 2004 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 16, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S707/99936
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for generating search results including searching by subdomain and providing sponsored results by subdomain is provided. A search system according to embodiments of the present invention analyzes search queries to determine if they are to be routed to subdomains and presents results include sponsored hits sponsored on a subdomain by subdomain basis.
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