An input device includes: a tapping sound detector configured to detect a tapping sound made by a user to generate a tapping sound detection signal; a converter configured to convert the tapping sound detection signal into an input operation signal; and an operation signal output device configured to output the input operation signal. An associated method of assembling a trim panel and seal to an associated automotive vehicle door includes providing an automotive sealing system, providing a trim panel, and integrating the seal with the trim panel. The access token, for example, can specify scope by identifying a particular category andor instance of content to which access is permitted. Data received via a wide area network from a client and multiple databases is processed, automatically generating and delivering via e-mail protocol or website access, proposals and financial projections unique to that client. Once the code word meeting the criterion is determined, its symbol value is provided. The host may signal completion of the write to an application that initiated the write prior to performing the write to the region of the storage volume and subsequent to both storing the write data to the associated log and receiving the response from the coordinator.