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Searching content in distributed computing networks

US9348918B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 3, 2014
Grant dateMay 24, 2016
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Expiry dateMar 8, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S707/99946
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A distributed search system includes a central server having an index of data, wherein the index of data is also available on a plurality of computing devices in a distributed computing network, the plurality of computing devices being distinct from the central server, each the computing device having a cache in which the computing device automatically stores data generated during the course of the computing device's access to another computing network distinct from the distributed computing network.

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