Map-based directory system

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6577714
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08824106

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A method and system are disclosed for a map-based directory service. Users are presented with a map on a computer screen, the map having symbols indicating real-world locations such as buildings, streets, parks, and bodies of water. A close correspondence exists between the map and the real-world. The map further has symbols indicating virtual locations. A virtual location, as the name implies, refers to a location that appears on the map but is not physically present in the real world. In accordance with the present invention, users can locate listings in conjunction with both real and virtual locations related to such listings, and, can connect to the entities associated with those listings once located.

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AT&T CORP32 AVENUE OFTHE AMERICAS NEW YORK NY 10013-2412

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Darcie, Thomas Edward Middletown, NJ 27 949
Magill, Peter D Freehold, NJ 36 1490
Whitaker, Jr Norman Ashton Atlantic Highlands, NJ 2 314

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