Abstract: In a computer network environment, a content-based session request issued by a search engine agent is modified to enable the search engine to index information from a server to maintain a state connection where the search engine agent cannot maintain session identification. The content-based session request is modified by a header intermediary module which then directs the request to target servers. The response from the web server is again modified by the header intermediary module prior to being sent to the client that issued the request. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or the meaning of the claims.

Abstract: An electronic figurine has at least one appendage, a means for displaying electronic images in relation to a virtual character, and a circuit board. The circuit board is programmed to generate images of the virtual character including facial expressions, symbols, virtual activates, games and animated sequences. The electronic figurine further includes means for activating pre-programmed responses when a user interacts with the appendages or orientation of the figurine. Moreover, the electronic figurine may also include various audible sounds and responses that may also be activated and interacted with by a user interacting with the physical figurine.

Abstract: A candy dispenser that provides a message when a piece of candy is dispensed is provided with a housing adapted to hold candy, an actuating member, a candy dispensing mechanism that releases a piece of candy from the housing when the actuating member is moved and a message mechanism having a plurality of different messages associated therewith. The message mechanism includes a spinner that spins from a first radial position to a second and apparently random radial position when the actuating member is moved. The spinner includes visual indicators corresponding to a characteristic of the piece of candy.