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Integrated online chat within an income tax preparation product

US7848971B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 28, 2006
Grant dateDec 7, 2010
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Expiry dateApr 22, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06Q40/123
  • WIPO fieldIT methods for management
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A computer implemented method involves requesting assistance while completing a first page of an online financial document, and engaging in a discussion using a chat window to obtain assistance in completing the online financial document, where the chat window is integrated with the online financial document, and where the chat window is displayed on a same screen as the online financial document.

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