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Computer method and apparatus using embedded message window for displaying messages in a functional bar

  • US 20070033269A1
  • Filed: 07/31/2006
  • Published: 02/08/2007
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/29/2005
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A method implemented on a computer for displaying information to a user, comprising:

  • (a) creating a functional bar area associated with a main window of an application program, the functional bar area including at least one message window;

    (b) connecting the computer to a server via a network;

    (c) in response to a user input of a search term, forwarding a search request to the server;

    (d) receiving search results responsive to the search request and additional messages from the server, the additional messages having been selected by the server based on the search request;

    (e) displaying the search results to the user; and

    (f) displaying the additional messages in the message window in the functional bar area.

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