Backup search agents for use with desktop search tools
US7890527B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 15, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 15, 2026 |
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- 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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