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Computer system with collapsible keyboard and alternate display functions and processing method thereof

  • US 7,054,973 B2
  • Filed: 03/12/2003
  • Issued: 05/30/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/12/2002
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A computer system, comprisinga main body for storing at least an application;

  • a monitor coupled to the main body;

    a keyboard coupled to the main body, disposable in at least an open operating position and a folded position, wherein, when disposed in the folded position, the keyboard covers a first partial area of the monitor and leaves uncovered a second partial area of the monitor;

    a signal generating device coupled to the keyboard and the main body to generate a first signal when the keyboard is in the folded position;

    a keyboard controller integrated into the main body for receiving the first signal, determining that the keyboard has been folded; and

    an interrupt request controller in the main body coupled to the keyboard controller to send an interrupt request when the keyboard is folded, terminating active applications, and executing and displaying a new application on the second partial area of the monitor.

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