Abstract: Approaches for large-scale classification and text summarization. In one embodiment, for example, the approach for large-scale classification includes predicting relevant classes of a new unseen case based on a classification model that is learned from a given knowledge base comprising labeled training data items. In another embodiment, for example, the approach for text summarization includes repurposing explicit semantic analysis (ESA) techniques for computing a text summary of a given text document.

Abstract: Approaches for large-scale classification and text summarization. In one embodiment, for example, the approach for large-scale classification includes predicting relevant classes of a new unseen case based on a classification model that is learned from a given knowledge base comprising labeled training data items. In another embodiment, for example, the approach for text summarization includes repurposing explicit semantic analysis (ESA) techniques for computing a text summary of a given text document.

Abstract: An approach is provided for content aggregation in support of virtual channels. Query information and authentication information of a user are received from a media application associated with a set-top box. A query request is generated for media content from a content provider using the query information, the authentication information, and an identifier of a service provider. Transmission of the query request is initiated to the content provider system. One or more search results are received in response to the query request. Transmission of the one or more search results is initiated to the media application.

Abstract: An approach is provided for content aggregation in support of virtual channels. Query information and authentication information of a user are received from a media application associated with a set-top box. A query request is generated for media content from a content provider using the query information, the authentication information, and an identifier of a service provider. Transmission of the query request is initiated to the content provider system. One or more search results are received in response to the query request. Transmission of the one or more search results is initiated to the media application.

Abstract: A method may include determining a program currently being displayed for a user to watch and selecting a program to recommend to the user based on the program currently being displayed by the user and based on an availability of the program to recommend. The method may include displaying an indication of the recommended program to the user.