Abstract: According to one aspect, an apparatus adapted to be connected to a component that is part of a pump system or a manifold trailer includes a block defining opposing first and second exterior surfaces. In one aspect, the block includes a recess formed in the first exterior surface and extending towards the second exterior surface, and an opening formed in the second exterior surface. In another aspect, the apparatus also includes an electronic identifying device at least partially accommodated within the recess, the device including a first portion having data stored thereon that provides identification of the component. In one aspect, the electronic identifying device further includes a second portion having data stored thereon that provides one of: information associated with certification of the component; and identification of the pump system or the manifold trailer of which the component is a part.

Abstract: Systems and methods of correlating accounts among a plurality of network assets using account lateral movement data is presented in the context of network security. In one embodiment a plurality of authentication audit logs are received from a plurality of assets; the plurality of authentication audit logs are correlated; and a notification is generated based on a comparison of correlation results and a database of permitted account associations.

Abstract: A system gathers commerce information and distributes advertising using an integrated global computer system. The integrated system includes a local area network (LAN) in retail stores that interconnects cash registers in the stores. The LAN is also interconnected with electronic billboards that are mounted to the checkout aisles near the cash registers. Sales data is registered by each cash register, recorded as a customer record, and electronically transferred to a main server connected to the LAN. Periodically, this main server uploads this sales data to a central data server through using a global computer network. Based upon the customer purchase information stored in this central data server, it is possible to purchase advertising. The purchased advertisements are transmitted to the individual stores through the global computer network and shown on electronic billboards that are fixed to the checkout aisles in retail stores.

Abstract: A computer system manages a network of electronic advertising billboards through a wireless telecommunications system. The electronic billboard management system is comprised of a web-site supported by a global computer network. This web-site communicates with the network of electronic billboards via wireless telecommunications. Once the purchaser has logged in to the website, he or she has access to the Purchase Advertising System, Upload Advertising System, the Account Support System, and the Advertising Design System. Using the Purchase Advertising System, a purchaser can select the number of electronic billboards, the geographic areas, and the times in which he or she wishes to advertise. The Advertising Design System is a graphics art computer program that can create a variety of still or animated images. Once a purchaser has created an advertisement, he will then access the Upload Advertising System to place his or her advertisements into action.

Abstract: A computer system manages a network of electronic advertising billboards through a wireless telecommunications system. The electronic billboard management system is comprised of a web-site supported by a global computer network. This web-site communicates with the network of electronic billboards via wireless telecommunications. Once the purchaser has logged in to the website, he or she has access to the Purchase Advertising System, Upload Advertising System, the Account Support System, and the Advertising Design System. Using the Purchase Advertising System, a purchaser can select the number of electronic billboards, the geographic areas, and the times in which he or she wishes to advertise. The Advertising Design System is a graphics art computer program that can create a variety of still or animated images. Once a purchaser has created an advertisement, he will then access the Upload Advertising System to place his or her advertisements into action.

Abstract: A method for playing a game includes a game unit used to collect dreams in the event certain criteria are met. During the game a dream is selected by a first player, and the first player, in response to a question from a second player provides background information. After the background information is provided, a determination is made whether the criteria are met to use the game unit as a collection point. The game players then sleep, after which additional background information is requested by the second player from the first player to determine if the criteria are met to use the game unit as a collection point for dreams.

Abstract: A package handling system for handling and transporting a load comprises two spaced apart skid runners molded from an expandable polystyrene or other polyolefin expanded bead, and a high impact polystyrene film. Each runner has a first surface designed to contact a load supporting surface and second surface contoured to accommodate a specific load, and a polystyrene skid applied coextensive with the first side. Optionally, the length of the first side has a plurality of grooves. The system can be used in combination with corner post supports and/or one or more top pieces. A method of packaging a load is also disclosed.

Abstract: A remote controlled toy is adapted to accept and operate pre-pressurized conventional aerosol containers of differing shape and dimension by engaging the neck of the aerosol container, and by compressing together a muzzle and the neck of such a container to depress the neck and permit material to exit under pressure from the container outwardly through said neck.

Abstract: The present invention is an integrated system for gathering commerce information and distributing advertising using a global computer network in order to improve and enhance the efficiency of commerce in retail stores. The first component of this integrated system is a local area network (LAN) in retail stores that interconnects all of the cash registers. The LAN that interconnects each cash register is also interconnected to an array of electronic billboards that are mounted to the checkout aisles near the cash registers. Sales data is registered by the cash register, recorded as a customer record, and electronically transferred to a main server connected to the LAN. Periodically, this main server uploads this sales data to a central data server through using a global computer network. The central data server then stores the individual customer purchase record in the customer purchase database.