Method and apparatus for providing group interaction via...

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2006-10-17

2006-10-17

Cardone, Jason (Department: 2145)

Electrical computers and digital processing systems: multicomput

Computer conferencing

C715S716000, C715S730000, C715S734000, C715S758000, C715S763000, C715S765000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07124164

ABSTRACT:
A system for communicating between members of a group is disclosed which includes a communications interface transmitting at least one of voice, video and text communications from an originating member to at least one destination member within a virtual group. The graphical communication flow module graphically depicts to each member of the virtual group the originator and target of different types of communication (text, voice or iconic) occurring simultaneously within the virtual group. The simultaneous access window allows virtual group members to engage in “real-life” group activities (like viewing a video, reviewing a document, or participating in training exercises) while at the same time transmitting, receiving, and viewing communications occurring between computer users connected to the virtual group. This system of providing group interaction over networks has unique and important applications to virtual group counseling, virtual office meetings, and group communications in the form of chat rooms over the Internet.

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