Method and apparatus for constructing a networking database and system proactively
US8452811B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2011 |
| Grant date | May 28, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q30/02
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method for creating networking database containing a plurality of records for different individuals in which individuals are connected to one another in the database by mutual recognition of a relationship. This mutual recognition of a relationship is inferred by the possession of the Guest Key of one member by the other member. This paradigm for network expansion allows users to proactively grow their networks both using the site features and using tools they may be more familiar with, such as email, messaging, talking, etc.
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