Abstract: The object of the present invention is to obtain the records of communication through the network. Monitoring the packet data passing through the objective network and adding the detection data corresponding to its type, and by storing the resultant in the analysis result database, the data can be simply and certainly read out after the completion of communications.

Abstract: A method of providing evolvable entries in a persistent store is described. The method includes receiving an entry from an agent destined for the persistent store. The entry is converted to a versioned entry inserted into the persistent store. If a read or take operation is instituted, the versioned entry is read from the persistent store and converted to an entry.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and systems that provide users with the ability to navigate through information systems using natural language descriptions. In accordance with at least one embodiment, the navigation tool can be personalized and can adaptively and dynamically associate descriptions provided by users with various entities, thereby acquiring utility from increased use. In another embodiment, the navigation tool enables associations to be modified using feedback obtained from a user and utilizes such modifications to provide users with useful results.