INTERNET SEARCH TOOL USING GEOGRAPHICALLY SELECTIVE FEATURES

摘要

An Internet search tool using geographically selective features is disclosed . Features include means to define a minimum search area needed to locate and retrieve a minimum specified number of search results and means to index records beyond the defined search area and retrieve records for a search area beyond the defined search area availability of the record. It also features a map interface for displaying the results of t he search in graphical and tabular format. The application can also be used as a wireless Internet search tool comprising a geo-enabled messaging and conference module to appl y spatial characteristics to each member of a conference or messaging service and to enable the members to selectively communicate with other members.