Methods for buddy interaction reminder
US7506026B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 16, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 17, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q10/00
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method for an interaction reminder is provided to prompt a user to communicate with contacts based on a preset threshold of interaction. A setting for a level of interaction is received to communicate with a contact, where the level of interaction corresponds with a threshold. A setting is received for a type of interaction corresponding to the level of interaction for communication with the contact, where the type of interaction includes a telephone communication, an instant messaging communication, and/or an electronic message communication. The level of interaction is determined for communications with the contact. The level of interaction is increased and/or decreased based on a frequency of communications with the contact and based on the type of interaction with the contact. The level of interaction is displayed for communications with the contacts. A warning is provided in response to the level of interaction dropping below the threshold.
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