Abstract: A software tool and database that enables a user to view information, on the one hand, pertaining to hardware and software product inventory and usage, and, on the other hand, to license agreement information in such way that the two sets of information are correlated and associated. The tool presents inventory and usage information based on agreement criteria and/or agreement information based on inventory and usage criteria in an integrated fashion that permits the user to switch from one kind of information to the other kind in a variety of convenient ways. The main functional blocks of the software tool include a data acquisition tool, a reconciliation and association tool, and a processing/display/output tool.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a processor configured to initiate an on-line transaction during a transaction session. The apparatus can identify an attempt to terminate the transaction session prior to completion of the on-line transaction. The apparatus can provide a notification in response to the identified attempt. The notification can include an indication of at least one selection made during the transaction session prior to the completion of the on-line transaction.

Abstract: A software tool and database that enables a user to view information, on the one hand, pertaining to hardware and software product inventory and usage, and, on the other hand, to license agreement information in such way that the two sets of information are correlated and associated. The tool presents inventory and usage information based on agreement criteria and/or agreement information based on inventory and usage criteria in an integrated fashion that permits the user to switch from one kind of information to the other kind in a variety of convenient ways. The main functional blocks of the software tool include a data acquisition tool, a reconciliation and association tool, and a processing/display/output tool.

Abstract: A universal asset and relationship manager, allows interaction and correlation between user-based data records—which define, list and catalogue user-based assets, comprising both physical assets and information assets—with vendor-based data records, in a manner which enables users to manage, track and service their assets for organizational, upkeep, inventory and business purposes.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a processor configured to initiate an on-line transaction during a transaction session. The apparatus can identify an attempt to terminate the transaction session prior to completion of the on-line transaction. The apparatus can provide a notification in response to the identified attempt. The notification can include an indication of at least one selection made during the transaction session prior to the completion of the on-line transaction.

Abstract: A system and method is disclosed for preventing termination of an on-line transaction. In the system, a communication session between an Internet web site and a user terminal over a communication network is provided and a transaction initiating module receives a request from a user of the user terminal to initiate an on-line transaction. A signal receiving module receives a signal after the user attempts to terminate the communication session and prior to the user completing the on-line transaction, and a notification providing module provides a notification to the user after the signal is received.

Abstract: A system and method is provided for monitoring the keystroke and mouse-click actions of a visitor to an e-commerce web site. After receiving a signal that represents an attempt to terminate the on-line session between a visitor and the e-commerce web site, and an e-commerce shopping cart contains at least one good or service, or if the shopping has items removed from it, or even if the shopping cart is empty, the visitor is prompted to respond to one or more prompts in a display screen.

Abstract: A job accounting and chargeback system for software products is comprised of a software license manager in the form of a software product use monitoring subsystem that handles requests for and grants rights to use software products, in such a manner that chargeback data is developed, which is then referenced to entities that are charged for the use of the software products. To better correlate the chargeback data with the use of software products, the chargeback data is referenced to the actual amount and type of use of software products being used, rather than on the use of computer facilities.

Abstract: The present invention ensures that content provided in formatted print pages is current, and can provide a convenient user interface to identify portions of a display screen to monitor for changes in content. Alternatively, the invention can monitor data storage locations for changes in content, or be informed by a contact provider of changes in content. Moreover, the invention preferably registers a flag or other setting when a change is recognized, and can further automatically take action based upon an evaluation of the change. Alternatively, a website (or other course material provided on a communication network) is automatically displayed for a user to determine whether any actions are warranted. Thus, changes in content are, preferably, regularly monitored and registered.

Abstract: A system and method for automatically or semi-automatically controlling the printing of materials that consume expensive expendable resources. A software program is installed on an individual's personal computer or workstation, on any computer on a network, on a printer server, or on the computer controlling a printer. The software program intercepts print requests directed to the individual's personal printer, to any printer attached to the network, to the printer controlled by the particular computer, or to any set of user-specified printers. Based on default or user-specifiable criteria, the software program evaluates the file representing the document to be printed and determines whether the document is allowed to be printed by the originally intended printer or whether it is redirected to another printer, a central site or cancelled.

Abstract: Disclosed is an easily identifiable flyover icon placed on or near a visual depiction of an item to be ordered from an e-commerce Web site. The icon calls attention to itself as the mechanism by which a user is to place the item into a shopping cart. The icon provides immediate feedback that the item is ready to be placed in the cart, that the item is being placed in the cart, and that the item has been placed in the cart.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the invention regards a method for providing formatted print pages of electronic material in response to a request initiated by a user. The method includes providing to the user a virtual document that includes at least one formatting instruction which affects the appearance of the virtual document. Further, an electronic request is received from the user for the formatted print pages, and the electronic request includes electronic order information, and the formatted print pages are based on the virtual document. The electronic order information is preferably processed to provide electronic production information that represents instructions for fulfilling the request. The electronic production information is preferably transmitted to a fulfillment facility, generating the formatted print pages by the fulfillment facility and providing the formatted print pages to the user from the fulfillment facility.

Abstract: The present invention improves the way information related to copyright of electronic content, such as virtual documents and corresponding formatted print pages is received, managed, and distributed. A database is preferably provided that stores information regarding electronic content, such as virtual documents, formatted print pages, and related copyright information. Preferably, information regarding a virtual document is correlated with related information in the database, such as regarding a copyright holder. Other information about the virtual document, such as a copyright arrangement for the particular document, payment due information, or the like, is similarly related to virtual documents.

Abstract: A system and method is disclosed for preventing termination of an on-line transaction. In the system, a communication session between an Internet web site and a user terminal over a communication network is provided and a transaction initiating module receives a request from a user of the user terminal to initiate an on-line transaction. A signal receiving module receives a signal after the user attempts to terminate the communication session and prior to the user completing the on-line transaction, and a notification providing module provides a notification to the user after the signal is received.

Abstract: The invention comprises a system and method for executing a first command in a software application. In a preferred embodiment, a virtual printer device is installed on a computing device that operates the software application. The virtual printer device is selected in the computing device for printing, and a second command to print content in the software application is issued by a user and received by the computing device. The first command is executed on the computing device as a function of receiving the second command to print the content.

Abstract: A process is provided for facilitating the migrating of a user's overall software environment from a first computer to a second computer. The process includes enhancing the operating system on the computer or adding additional functionality to the original and new computers such that software products are identified and their subsequent operation tracked. This tracking operation is used to identify user data files and other files, settings and data which might be potentially moved to the new computer. The method then causes the appropriate programs, settings and files to be packed and moved. The files and programs are unpacked, and the new computer is ready for use such that its appearance and operating environment are identical to that of the original computer.

Abstract: The invention provides for tracking and day-to-day management of computer data centers. A knowledge base comprises technical and financial specifications of various storage devices and other computer hardware as provided. A modeling tool allows for the creation of various “What-If” scenarios of possible data center configurations for long term projections of the technical and financial requirements. The management and day-to-day tracking system receives information from an auditing tool that inventories the software products that are stored on the data center.

Abstract: The invention provides a user interface for selecting at least one good or service for purchase in an e-commerce site. The user interface comprises a first electronic representation of a good or service offered for sale on the e-commerce site, an electronic shopping cart adapted to contain at least a second representation of the goods or services offered for sale on the e-commerce site, and an icon associated with the electronic representation that, when selected, causes the second representation of the at least one good or service to be placed in an electronic shopping cart, wherein the icon includes no text and wherein the icon is placed in a position relative to the first representation.

Abstract: A process is provided for facilitating the migrating of a user's overall software environment from a first computer to a second computer. The process includes enhancing the operating system on the computer or adding additional functionality to the original and new computers such that software products are identified and their subsequent operation tracked. This tracking operation is used to identify user data files and other files, settings and data which might be potentially moved to the new computer. The method then causes the appropriate programs, settings and files to be packed and moved. The files and programs are unpacked, and the new computer is ready for use such that its appearance and operating environment are identical to that of the original computer.

Abstract: A system and method is provided for monitoring the keystroke and mouse-click actions of a visitor to an e-commerce web site. After receiving a signal that represents an attempt to terminate the on-line session between a visitor and the e-commerce web site, and an e-commerce shopping cart contains at least one good or service, or if the shopping has items removed from it, or even if the shopping cart is empty, the visitor is prompted to respond to one or more prompts in a display screen.