Abstract: An auction system and software are provided for performing a live, real-time auction over the internet. The auction software includes a graphical user interface for an auctioneer to administer various functions of the auction. The auction software also includes a graphical user interface for a bidder to allow participation and bidding for various auction items.

Abstract: An auction system and software are provided for performing a live, real-time auction over the internet. The auction software includes a graphical user interface for an auctioneer to administer various functions of the auction. The auction software also includes a graphical user interface for a bidder to allow participation and bidding for various auction items.

Abstract: A method, program and system to send an electronic message to an intended recipient wherein the originator of the electronic message elects to flag the outgoing electronic message with attributes that control various aspects of the electronic message processing and delivery using digital rights management (DRM). The digital rights management governs at least one of the following: message duration, printing authorization, end-user authorization, and verification, with respect to the outgoing electronic message. Further, the digital rights management provides the originator of the electronic message with an independent confirmation that verifies the time and date that the electronic message was sent and the time and date that it was delivered and the associated digital rights management attributes.

Abstract: The method and system of the present invention function perform signature verification using third party authenticator via paperless electronic transaction platform. The invention is particularly suited to electronic commerce transactions that require a legally binding, traditional notarization by a live notary public, albeit in a format that is compatible to and electronic commerce. A customer downloads an appropriate electronic document from an electronic document repository and inputs the required information into the electronic document. After inputting all of the required information, the customer uploads the electronic document to an electronic document repository. An electronic transaction manager determines when all of the required information from each of the parties is present and amalgamates all of the information into a single final electronic document.

Abstract: The method and system of the present invention function perform signature verification using third party authenticator via paperless electronic transaction platform. The invention is particularly suited to electronic commerce transactions that require a legally binding, traditional notarization by a live notary public, albeit in a format that is compatible to and electronic commerce. A customer downloads an appropriate electronic document from an electronic document repository and inputs the required information into the electronic document. After inputting all of the required information, the customer uploads the electronic document to an electronic document repository. An electronic transaction manager determines when all of the required information from each of the parties is present and amalgamates all of the information into a single final electronic document.

Abstract: The method and system of the present invention function to provide and perform signature verification services by a live notary public via the internet or other TCP/IP based network using a paperless document platform, a notary public, traditional notarization processes and methods, an electronic notary seal input device, and an electronic notary journal device. The present invention makes possible the electronic capture of a handwritten signature and the electronic capture of a notary seal and a notary jurat which are affixed to an electronic document; upon affixing the electronic signatures and electronic notary seal an electronic notary journal is created for future reference and possible dispute resolution.