Computer auction processing systems and methods of managing such systems
CA 2400518 A1 · Owner: Lam, Amy · Inventors: Lam, Amy
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The present invention is directed to an auction processing system wherein one , or more persons may participate in an auction provided by such system using a networked remote computer. The auction processing system comprises: (a) a host computer which is capable of communication with at least one remote computer; (b) means for generating currency, wherein the currency is generated by interaction with the host computer by a user of the remote computer; and (c) means for enabling acquisition of one or more lots of merchandise through an auction format whereby such acquisition is through use of the generated currency. Thus, importantly, the currency utilized in the auction is generated …
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- Filed March 23, 2001. No grant is recorded for it in Canada; had it been granted, its 20-year term would have ended March 23, 2021.
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