Electronic Book having electronic commerce features
US7509270B1 · kind B1 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 17, 1999 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 17, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q30/0641
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A viewer for displaying an electronic book and providing for electronic commerce. In conjunction with viewing an electronic book, a user can view information about products and services, view an on-line electronic catalog, and receive samples of products available for purchase. By entering a purchase request, the user can purchase products or services. In the case of a digital product, the user can download the purchased product directly into the viewer. The viewer also records statistics concerning purchase and information requests in order to recommend related products or services, or for directing particular types of advertisements to the user.
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