CONFIGURING AND TRIGGERING NOTIFICATION ACROSS A COMPUTER NETWORK

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CONFIGURING AND TRIGGERING NOTIFICATION ACROSS A COMPUTER NETWORK - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18149486 titled 'CONFIGURING AND TRIGGERING NOTIFICATION ACROSS A COMPUTER NETWORK

The patent application describes a method and system for enabling a user to receive status messages related to items on a list.

User computing device communicates with a server computer across a network.
User identifies items on a list for which they wish to receive status messages.
User confirms configuration settings for the status messages, including type, timing, and form of notification.
Types of status messages include pending, overdue, and resolved statuses.
Forms of notification include pop-up messages, push notifications, emails, and text messages.

- Potential Applications:**

This technology can be applied in task management apps, project management tools, and inventory tracking systems.

- Problems Solved:**

This technology addresses the need for users to stay informed about the status of specific items on a list without constantly checking for updates.

- Benefits:**

Users can receive timely updates on the status of important items, leading to improved efficiency and productivity.

- Commercial Applications:**

This technology could be valuable for companies that rely on lists and tracking systems for their operations, such as e-commerce businesses, logistics companies, and project management firms.

- Prior Art:**

Prior art related to this technology may include existing task management apps and notification systems used in various industries.

- Frequently Updated Research:**

Researchers may be exploring ways to enhance the accuracy and timeliness of status messages in list management systems.

- Questions about the Technology:**

1. How does this technology improve user productivity and efficiency? 2. What are the potential security implications of receiving status messages through various forms of notification?

Original Abstract Submitted

A method and system for enabling a user to receive status messages related to an item on a list. The system includes a user computing device in communication with a server computer across a network. The user views a list and identifies any items for which the user wishes to receive the status messages. The user confirms configuration settings for the status messages, including the type and timing of status messages to receive and the form of notification to be used for the status messages. Types of status messages include a pending status, which is sent to the user after a first time period, an overdue status, which is sent to the user after a second time period, and a resolved status, which is sent to the user when the event occurs. Forms of notification include pop-up messages in the system, push notifications, emails and text messages.