MICE^3: An Information Desktop on the Web

Resembling the desktop of personal computer in which files and applications are stored, MICE³ desktop is a Web-based information desktop where individual can keep and manage resources such as links to Web sites and services, as well as Web sources and documents. Resources on the desktop are represented in Web directory structure and annotated with information such as concepts, entities, etc. Categories are used to organize resources in the directory. Each category is annotated with concept learnt from the contents of the category. MICE³ desktop allows users to exploit information and knowledge from their resources. Users can retrieve information by navigating the directory structure, look up the resource index or searching the resource contents. The desktop also allows users to effectively manage their resources by enabling them to enhance categories with concept. The concept is further used to assist user in organizing resources into their directory