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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7685600 | Synchronizer with out-of-line monitors for shared objects in read-only memory A computer-implemented method for referencing a mutable out-of-line monitor for a shared object in read-only memory, comprising creating a lockword with a pointer field set to zero and a pre-set inflated bit when the object is stored in read-only memory. An out-of-l... | 03/23/2010 |
| 7669136 | Intelligent analysis based self-scheduling browser reminder A computer-implemented method for reminding a user to browse a regularly visited website comprising tracking websites visited by the user and ranking each website by visitation frequency and browsing duration. An average recurring time each website is visited is cal... | 02/23/2010 |
| 7667923 | Hard drive data platter impairment tool A system for impairing at least one pair of data platters stacked. An alignment device is pivotably mounted; upper and lower arms of the alignment device are spaced apart from and extend parallel to one another. The alignment device is movable between a stowed posit... | 02/23/2010 |
| 7543046 | Method for managing cluster node-specific quorum roles A method for managing node-specific quorum roles in a cluster of nodes. The method comprises assigning a configuration change of node role attributes to a node in the cluster, with each attribute being represented by a bit of a binary value. The binary value corresp... | 06/02/2009 |
| 7533153 | Method for managing instant messaging presence by group A computer implemented method for managing IM presence based on task context, comprising storing group affiliations for a requesting IM user and a target IM user. A request from the requesting IM user is received for the target IM user's status. The requesting IM us... | 05/12/2009 |
| 7532714 | Method for discrete communication with a meeting speaker during a teleconference A method for discrete communication with a meeting speaker during a teleconference, comprising receiving a soft mute request and blocking other teleconference participants from hearing any sound from the soft mute participant. A discrete voice message to the meeting... | 05/12/2009 |
| D544742 | Disk holder | 06/19/2007 |
| 7210313 | Release mechanism for a bangle A bangle includes first and second bangle members, each having a proximal end and a distal end. The distal end of the first bangle member is pivotally connected to the distal end of the second bangle member to permit relative movement between the first and second ba... | 05/01/2007 |
| 7093332 | Locking toggle assembly for jewelry A locking toggle clasp assembly for releasably coupling opposing terminal portions of a jewelry item, includes a toggle bar connected to a first terminal portion of the jewelry item. A toggle clasp having an opening is connected to a second terminal portion of the j... | 08/22/2006 |
