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Backup search agents for use with desktop search tools

US7890527B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 30, 2005
Grant dateFeb 15, 2011
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Expiry dateJan 15, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F11/1469
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Various methods and systems for implementing agents that facilitate end user searches of a backup catalog via a desktop search tool are disclosed. One method involves: receiving a search request from a desktop search tool, which is configured for use by an end user of a backup system; searching a backup catalog, maintained by the backup system, in response to the search request; and providing a result of searching the backup catalog to the desktop search tool.

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