Method for integrating a virtual machine with input method editors
CA 2285106 A1 · Owner: Microsoft Corporation · Inventors: Lin, Yung-Shin; Silver, David M.
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A JAVA-based virtual machine that supports input method editor (IME) functionality in three contexts: (1) using JAVA-based IMEs with a JAVA virtual machine; (2) writing JAVA-based IMEs; and (3) integrating a JAVA virtual machine to system IMEs. The virtual machine includes a windows manager an , input method manager, one or more IMEs and/or keyboard drivers (KBDs) and a , component. The virtual machine may also include an IME bridge for integrating the virtual machine with a system IME. The windows manager serves as a gateway between the operating system and the virtual machine. The input method manager (IMM) serves as a router between the windows manager and a plurality of IMEs and …
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