US Patent 7165066 Systems and methods for associating system entities with descriptions

The present invention provides methods and systems that provide users with the ability to navigate through information systems using natural language descriptions. In accordance with at least one embodiment, the navigation tool can be personalized and can adaptively and dynamically associate descriptions provided by users with various entities, thereby acquiring utility from increased use. In another embodiment, the navigation tool enables associations to be modified using feedback obtained from a user and utilizes such modifications to provide users with useful results.