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System and method for facilitating network connectivity based on user characteristics

US8095408B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 11, 2005
Grant dateJan 10, 2012
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Expiry dateJan 30, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L67/14
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A computer system for facilitating user connectivity in a computer network includes an attention manager, an identity manager, and an introduction manager. The attention manager generates data indicative of the current interests of the user. The identity manager manages data indicative of the interests of the user. The introduction manager provides a proactive contact, content, or commerce data recommendation for the dynamic introduction of contact, content, or commerce data to the user, and may also provide bilaterally secure introductions with other users.

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