The invention provides graphically representing time dependent information
or data objects in a sequential manner using a dynamic time strip having
implicit or explicit indications of time. The dynamic time strip is a
linear graphical strip comprising graphical representations of time
dependent information elements or data objects which may or may not
include text or markers to indicate the time (i.e. second, minute, hour,
day and/or date) along the length of the strip. As time passes, and data
objects are changed, added or removed from the time strip, the time strip
is automatically and dynamically updated to reflect these changes along
with showing the passage of time. The period of time represented by the
dynamic time strip is preferably one day, with the dynamic time strip
automatically scrolling forward as time passes. However, in one
embodiment, the period of time represented by the dynamic time strip is
user configurable.