Abstract: A system and method for efficiently accessing Internet resources is disclosed. One example directory system for permitting a user to access and retrieve information from a network of computers is disclosed. The example system comprises a key phrase field for accepting a search term, a data table and a search unit. The data table comprises a plurality of cells for storing unique identifiers wherein at least one of said plurality of cells may be activated by the user to perform an action related to the stored unique identifiers. The search unit conducts a search for unique identifiers from the network of computers related to the search term.

Abstract: Vehicles and methods for providing a communication between a mobile unit and a vehicle are described. In one embodiment, a communication is received from a mobile unit, the communication is interfaced to a vehicle's electromechanical system, an audio-visual interface associated with the vehicle's electromechanical system displays the communication; and a communication is transmitted to the mobile unit.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing a communication between a cellular phone and a vehicle are described. In one embodiment, a user of a cellular phone inputs a communication via an audio-visual interface associated with the cellular phone. A microprocessor assembles at least one packet of the communication and transmits the at least one packet to an electromechanical system of a vehicle.

Abstract: A system and method for efficiently accessing Internet resources is disclosed. One example method for providing information from a database of an institution is disclosed which comprises the step of receiving a request from a centralized database management system to forward information from the database of an institution. The method further comprises the step of identifying information within the database based on a key phrase included in the request. The method also includes the steps of identifying a subset of the requested information based on a priority access level and formatting the subset of identified information into a data table having at least one row and at least two columns. The method further includes transmitting the data table.

Abstract: Systems and methods for processing user input are provided. In one example method, a method for accepting at least one contact identifier as input data in a social networking system is disclosed. The method comprises: providing a text box to a first account holder, the text box enabling the first account holder to input the at least one contact identifier as an input string; receiving the input string from the first account holder; parsing the input string to identify each of the at least one contact identifiers contained within the input string; categorizing each contact identifier by category; associating each contact identifier with the first account holder; and storing each contact identifier for use at a subsequent time.

Abstract: Vehicles and methods for providing a communication between a mobile unit and a vehicle are described. In one embodiment, a communication is received from a mobile unit, the communication is interfaced to a vehicle's electromechanical system, an audio-visual interface associated with the vehicle's electromechanical system displays the communication; and a communication is transmitted to the mobile unit.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing a communication between a cellular phone and a vehicle are described. In one embodiment, a user of a cellular phone inputs a communication via an audio-visual interface associated with the cellular phone. A microprocessor assembles at least one packet of the communication and transmits the at least one packet to an electromechanical system of a vehicle.

Abstract: A system and method for efficiently accessing Internet resources is disclosed. One example method for inputting and searching information in a database is disclosed which comprises a step of providing access for entering information of a first user. The example method also includes steps of receiving and storing the information of the first user. The example method further includes a step of creating a link to the stored information of the first user and receiving, by a centralized database management system, the link to the information of the first user. The method still further includes a step of processing a search request of a second user, search results of the search request including the information of the first user, and the stored information of the first user is accessed via the link.

Abstract: A system and method for efficiently accessing Internet resources is disclosed. One example directory system for permitting a user to access and retrieve information from a network of computers is disclosed. The example system comprises a key phrase field for accepting a search term, a data table and a search unit. The data table comprises a plurality of cells for storing unique identifiers wherein at least one of said plurality of cells may be activated by the user to perform an action related to the stored unique identifiers. The search unit conducts a search for unique identifiers from the network of computers related to the search term.

Abstract: Systems and methods for broadcasting advisory communications to remote units are disclosed.

Abstract: A system for matching users of mobile communications devices comprising first and second first mobile communications devices for transmitting information defining a location of the first mobile communications device and a system administrator. The system administrator matching the first and second mobile communication devices based on information defining the respective locations of the first and second mobile communication devices.

Abstract: A system, method and apparatus for efficiently accessing Internet resources are disclosed. The system, method and apparatus employ a portable device for receiving and transmitting information such as contact information, voting information and medical information, for example.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for enforcing a vehicle code. The systems and methods employ wireless communication signals transmitted and received by mobile units, including mobile telephones, palm devices and base stations.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for tracking vehicle maintenance information. The systems and methods employ wireless communication signals transmitted and received by mboile units, including mobile telephones, palm devices and base stations.

Abstract: A system for matching users in a wireless communication system based on proximity of the users and user-defined profiles includes at least two mobile units. The mobile units include a requesting unit and at least one target unit, and each mobile unit is capable of operating as both a requesting unit and a target unit. The system also includes profile means for storing a user profile on each of the mobile units and search means for searching for at least one target user by a requesting user. The search means compares the user profiles of each target user with the user profile of the requesting user. The search means can also indicate a match when a target unit is within a predetermined distance of the requesting unit.

Abstract: A system for matching users of mobile communications devices comprising first and second first mobile communications devices for transmitting information defining a location of the first mobile communications device and a system administrator. The system administrator matching the first and second mobile communication devices based on information defining the respective locations of the first and second mobile communication devices.

Abstract: A data table that is customizable by a user prior to accessing the internet or after accessing the internet. The user may use a simple keyword, such as a telephone number or facsimile number, to begin the search of a database or multiple databases. Once the keyword has retrieved the proper information, the system populates the table. This permits the user to easily access the internet and retrieve e-mail addresses or other relevant information by providing a phone number, facsimile number or other information relating to the particular entity. Using the data table, the system displays all information related to the keyword input as unique individual identifiers such as e-mail, phone, facsimile number or website address. Selecting one of the unique individual identifiers prompts the system to automatically invoke further action, such as dialing a phone number.

Abstract: A system and method for efficiently accessing Internet resources is disclosed. One example directory system for permitting a user to access and retrieve information from a network of computers is disclosed. The example system comprises a key phrase field for accepting a search term, a data table and a search unit. The data table comprises a plurality of cells for storing unique identifiers wherein at least one of said plurality of cells may be activated by the user to perform an action related to the stored unique identifiers. The search unit conducts a search for unique identifiers from the network of computers related to the search term.

Abstract: A real estate bartering system implements barters between a plurality of parties each having one or more classes of items available for barter. Preferably, barter orders are created by designating a selected quantity of a first class of items to be bartered, designating a date range for transferring title of the first class items to be bartered, designating a barter value of the first class of items to be bartered, and designating a second class of items to be acquired. Barter orders are posted via the Internet to a barter database and may be displayed via the Internet. Posted barter orders whose first class of items match the second class of items of a barterer's order are preferably displayed. Posted barter orders from the display are selected to effectuate a barter transaction which combines a barterer's barter order with the selected posted order(s).

Abstract: A system for providing an advisory communication to a user via a mobile unit includes locating means for locating the position of the mobile unit and sending means for sending a communication to the mobile unit. The mobile unit includes alerting means for alerting the user of the communication. The advisory communication can include information relating to an approaching emergency vehicle, an accident scene, road conditions, a traffic signal, traffic conditions, or weather conditions.