Abstract: A self-adhesive item dispenser includes a base portion, a lid portion and a roller. The base portion generally includes an item cavity for storing a roll of self-adhesive items and a roller cavity, which incorporates a number of extending ribs. The roller is positionable within the roller cavity and interfaces with the ribs of the base portion to pull a release liner from the self-adhesive items and expel the release liner through the base portion. The lid portion is releasably closeable over the base portion and is connected thereto via a living hinge or a mechanical hinge.

Abstract: A graphical gateway to a computer network. The invention method presents network information, i.e., main portals, categories, sub-categories, site search results, site ratings, etc., in a visual way. The method of the present invention presents site locations, according to categories, as a graphical state map. The same map may be topographical symbolizing a rating interest of each site. A network user can quickly locate a desired site through a visual search. Entry into the site may then be made by the user. The map of the invention method provides a user with added information regarding the network, including a site's general content, a site's services, surfing help, etc., all presented in a visual way with the help of map features.