Method and system to combine keyword and natural language search results
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1. A method comprising:
- receiving a search query from a single input field of a user interface;
performing a keyword search based on the search query to generate keyword search results;
performing a natural language search of a frequently-asked question (FAQ) database based on the search query to generate FAQ search results; and
outputting a first display page that combines the keyword search results and the FAQ search results.
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Abstract
A search query is received from a single input field of a user interface. A keyword search is performed based on the search query to generate keyword search results. A natural language search is performed of a frequently-asked question (FAQ) database based on the search query to generate FAQ search results. The keyword search results and the FAQ search results are combined in a display page.
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1. A method comprising:
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receiving a search query from a single input field of a user interface;
performing a keyword search based on the search query to generate keyword search results;
performing a natural language search of a frequently-asked question (FAQ) database based on the search query to generate FAQ search results; and
outputting a first display page that combines the keyword search results and the FAQ search results. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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13. A system comprising:
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a user interface having a single input field to receive a search query;
a keyword search engine to perform a keyword search based on the search query to generate keyword search results;
a natural language search engine to perform a natural language search of a frequently-asked question (FAQ) database based on the search query to generate FAQ search results; and
a first display page that combines the keyword search results and the FAQ search results. - View Dependent Claims (14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24)
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