A network management system allows a user to generate a customized event request for network accessible devices. In response to a user request the system displays a list of devices, and a list of predefined event requests. In response to user customization commands the system generates customized event...http://www.google.co.uk/patents/US5930476?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5930476 - Apparatus and method for generating automatic customized event requests