Patent ID: 6032145
Filing Date: 2000-02-29
Classification: G06F,G06Q,Y10S

Abstract:
A method of selecting data records in a database, each data record having a classification, the method comprising the steps of:inputting a search string, comprising at least one search term, to a user interface;testing the search string against the data records using a sequence of search algorithms, wherein each search algorithm compares the search string against the data records to identify matching data records that comprise a set, and wherein the sequence of search algorithms comprises an algorithm for testing at least one search term against the data records according to fuzzy logic;terminating the sequence of search algorithms when at least one data record becomes a member of the set;compiling a unified list of classifications from members of the set, said list comprising at least a first classification;displaying at least a portion of the set along with the list of classifications; creating a subset of the set by selecting members having the first classification; and displaying the subset.