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System and method for internet search using controlled vocabulary data

  • US 20030225756A1
  • Filed: 03/12/2003
  • Published: 12/04/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/12/2002
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A method of generating a search query for a data repository, comprising:

  • (a) invoking a command on a graphical user interface to activate a controlled vocabulary display program containing a controlled vocabulary;

    (b) selecting at least one term of interest in said controlled vocabulary;

    (c) retrieving additional terms related to said at least one term of interest from said controlled vocabulary by a filter means selected by a user;

    (d) formulating the search query to be utilized by said data repository by combining said at least one selected term and said related terms.

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