Method and apparatus for concurrent graphical visualization of a

Details Method and apparatus for concurrent graphical visualization of a Method and apparatus for concurrent graphical visualization of a

1994-08-30

1996-05-07

Jankus, Almis R.

395155, 395160, 395161, G06F 1730

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ABSTRACT:
A computer controlled display system providing for graphical representation of a query to a database and creation and traversal through a search history. A database search is typically performed by a sequence of narrowing queries. Each narrowing query is performed in a query window. A query window is comprised of an input area for entering query expressions, an query results display area, an indicator of a search scope associated with the query window and a history indicator area. A suitable information visualization technique is used to graphically display the search results in the query results display area. From these visualizations, new search scopes and query windows are created. A search path comprising the query windows for the current search path are displayed at any instant of time of the search. A history mechanism provides for ready traversal through the search history.

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