Abstract: Systems and methods for determining the presence of a wireless network connection point based upon wireless network characteristics. Examples of such characteristics include, but are not limited to: message length, repetition rate and response timing. These types of characteristics are used to differentiate various types of wireless networks from other radio frequency signals within a given band. The output of the locator is compared against desired thresholds to indicate signal strengths roughly corresponding to current wireless networks cards.

Abstract: An apparatus for attaching to a first wall that defines a security aperture. The apparatus comprises a housing defining a longitudinal axis and a locking flange extending from the housing on a shaft and having a profile that is complimentary to the security aperture, such that the locking flange has a first orientation relative to the security aperture for insertion into and removal from the security aperture, and a second orientation relative to the security aperture for retention within the security aperture. The locking flange is transformable between the first orientation and the second orientation. The apparatus further includes a locking member that is coupled to the housing and is cooperative with the locking flange for inhibiting transformation of the locking flange from the second orientation to the first orientation. The apparatus further comprises at least one leg that is parallel to the first wall.

Abstract: Security locks for portable electronic devices and other portable devices that have a relatively high economic value. The locks include housings that have a locking member extending therefrom. The locking member extends into a slot defined within the portable device and is configurable into a locked configuration that inhibits removal from the slot. The housing is coupled to a separate object that prevents movement of the portable device away from the object when the locking member is in the locked configuration.

Abstract: A fan assembly includes a ventilation apparatus; a connector for communicating power; and a positionable power cord, coupled to the connector and the ventilation apparatus for communicating power from the connector to the ventilation apparatus. The fan assembly operates in cooperation with a source of power, such as, for example, a laptop computer, a USB hub, a power receptacle on a plane, train or bus.

Abstract: A display device stand with rotatable storage apparatus including a stand having a top and a first cylindrical tube extending downward from the top. The apparatus further includes a carousel beneath the stand top. The carousel has a base and a second cylindrical tube extending upward from the base. The first and second cylindrical tubes have a coaxial relationship relative to one another. A base plate elevates the carousel and maintains an elevated position of the second cylindrical tube relative to the first cylindrical tube. The elevated carousel rotates about the first cylindrical tube of the stand and on the base plate without touching a surface upon which the stand and base plate rest. The carousel may be divided into storage compartments having varying shapes.