Abstract: A network functions virtualization (NFV) network can be configured to operate according to NFV protocols that decouple software functionality from specific hardware elements. A referent system can be provided that identifies a precise physical location of devices associated with the NFV network relative to other equipment or devices associated with the NFV network.

Abstract: A pet shovel has an elongated handle, a shovel head and a bag mounting frame disposed between the shovel head and a distal end of the elongated handle. The frame forms an opening between the shovel head and the distal end of the elongated handle. The bag mounting frame is adapted to retain a mouth of a bag open disposed between the shovel head and the distal end of the elongated handle in the opening between the shovel head and the distal end of the elongated handle. A bag body support extends from a bottom of the elongated handle to receive a body of the bag mounted on the bag mounting frame to form a sump in an end of the bag, distal from the shovel head and the mouth of the bag.

Abstract: A pet shovel has an elongated handle, a shovel head and a bag mounting frame disposed between the shovel head and a distal end of the elongated handle. The frame forms an opening between the shovel head and the distal end of the elongated handle. The bag mounting frame is adapted to retain a mouth of a bag open disposed between the shovel head and the distal end of the elongated handle in the opening between the shovel head and the distal end of the elongated handle. A bag body support extends from a bottom of the elongated handle to receive a body of the bag mounted on the bag mounting frame to form a sump in an end of the bag, distal from the shovel head and the mouth of the bag.

Abstract: A method and network device to process network data is described. The method may comprise, when the network device is unable to process the network data, communicating a translation request including data for translation to a remote translator. The translation request may identify a format into which the network data is to be translated. Thereafter, the method comprises receiving translated data from the translator and processing the translated data. Further, a method and translation device to provide translated data to a network device is described. The method may comprise receiving at a translator a translation request from at least one network device wherein the translation request includes data to be translated. Thereafter, the method may identify a data schema associated with the received data and translate the received data into translated data corresponding to the identified data schema. The translated data is then communicated to the network device.

Abstract: A method and network device to process network data is described. The method may comprise, when the network device is unable to process the network data, communicating a translation request including data for translation to a remote translator. The translation request may identify a format into which the network data is to be translated. Thereafter, the method comprises receiving translated data from the translator and processing the translated data. Further, a method and translation device to provide translated data to a network device is described. The method may comprise receiving at a translator a translation request from at least one network device wherein the translation request includes data to be translated. Thereafter, the method may identify a data schema associated with the received data and translate the received data into translated data corresponding to the identified data schema. The translated data is then communicated to the network device.

Abstract: A method and network device to process network data is described. The method may comprise, when the network device is unable to process the network data, communicating a translation request including data for translation to a remote translator. The translation request may identify a format into which the network data is to be translated. Thereafter, the method comprises receiving translated data from the translator and processing the translated data. Further, a method and translation device to provide translated data to a network device is described. The method may comprise receiving at a translator a translation request from at least one network device wherein the translation request includes data to be translated. Thereafter, the method may identify a data schema associated with the received data and translate the received data into translated data corresponding to the identified data schema. The translated data is then communicated to the network device.

Abstract: A method of controlling access to a computer network, the method comprising the steps of receiving a request for network access from an end station device; receiving a unique identifier of the end station device; determining that the unique identifier is not within a set of authorized identifiers; assigning a short-term, non-routable network address to the end station device; receiving an authorization code from the end station device, wherein the authorization code has been previously issued in response to a purchase of goods or services from a merchant associated with the computer network; attempting to validate the authorization code; if the authorization code is validated, then assigning a longer-term, routable network address to the end station device.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for automatically provisioning network devices for use with virtual circuit networks, such as frame relay and ATM networks. The device receives a list of identifiers corresponding to virtual circuits from a configuration interface for the virtual circuit network. The device iteratively applies each identifier from the list to individual instances of interface configuration commands and attempts to provide connectivity with a remote device. Once a configuration command is applied, the device will obtain an IP address for a device terminating the virtual circuit corresponding to the identifier selected from the list; and determines an IP address for itself. The device tests the virtual circuit for connectivity with the remote device. If the device is able to determine that the virtual circuit corresponding to the selected identifier provides connectivity to the remote device, then that virtual circuit is used to connect to the remote device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel dihydronaphthalene compounds, compositions, methods for using the same, and processes for preparing the same. The present invention also relates to novel total synthesis approaches for preparing these compounds. In addition, the present invention relates to methods of producing quantities of isomers of these compounds and separating and purifying them using chiral separation techniques. The present invention also relates to methods of producing quantities of a single isometric compound without the need for chiral separation techniques.

Abstract: A method and network device to process network data is described. The method may comprise, when the network device is unable to process the network data, communicating a translation request including data for translation to a remote translator. The translation request may identify a format into which the network data is to be translated. Thereafter, the method comprises receiving translated data from the translator and processing the translated data. Further, a method and translation device to provide translated data to a network device is described. The method may comprise receiving at a translator a translation request from at least one network device wherein the translation request includes data to be translated. Thereafter, the method may identify a data schema associated with the received data and translate the received data into translated data corresponding to the identified data schema. The translated data is then communicated to the network device.

Abstract: Multiple novel reaction schemes, novel process steps and novel intermediates are provided for the synthesis of 9,11-epoxy steroids.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for reverting to a recovery configuration in response to device faults. A change to the configuration is received. The change may be in the form of configuration instructions that comprise input from a user identifying changes to be made to the configuration information reflecting the configuration of cards or interface devices in the device. A user, an IT administrator or the like can provide configuration instructions. The device may change its current configuration to a new configuration based upon the configuration instructions. If a loss of connectivity resulting from the configuration change is detected, the device will recover from the loss of connectivity by reverting to a recovery configuration.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of the title compound, 5-amino-3H-thiazolo[4,5-d]pyrimidin-2-one, which is a useful intermediate in the preparation of certain thiazolo[4,5-d]pyrimidine nucleosides, which can have utility as immunomodulators.

Abstract: Multiple novel reaction schemes, novel process steps and novel intermediates are provided for the synthesis of epoxymexrenone and other compounds of Formula I wherein: -A-A- represents the group —CHR4—CHR5— or —CR4?CR5— —R3, R4 and R5 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, halo, hydroxy, lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, hydroxyalkyl, alkoxyalkyl, hydroxycarbonyl, cyano, aryloxy, R1 represents an alpha-oriented lower alkoxycarbonyl or hydroxyalkyl radical, —B—B— represents the group —CHR6—CHR7— or an alpha- or beta-oriented group: where R6 and R7 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, halo, lower alkoxy, acyl, hydroxyalkyl, alkoxyalkyl, hydroxycarbonyl, alkyl, alkoxycarbonyl, acyloxyalkyl, cyano, aryloxy, and R8 and R9 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, halo, lower alkoxy, acyl, hydroxyalkyl, alkoxyalkyl, hydroxycarbonyl, alkyl, alkoxycarbonyl, acyloxyalkyl, cyano, aryloxy, or R8 and R9 together comprise a carbocyclic

Abstract: Chiral hydroxyethylamine, hydroxyethylurea or hydroxyethylsulfonamide isostere containing retroviral protease and renin inhibitors can be prepared by multi-step syntheses that utilize key chiral amine intermediates. This invention is a cost effective method of obtaining such key chiral amine intermediates enantiomerically, diastereomerically and chemically pure. The method is suitable for large scale (multikilogram) productions. This invention also encompasses organic acid and inorganic acid salts of the amine intermediates.

Abstract: A pouch for holding cards, flat sheets, photos, pictures and also a disc such as a CD or DVD: the pouch having lateral seams defining lateral sides, a bottom seam defining the bottom side of the pouch, and a downward recess in the bottom seam for nesting of a disc in the recess. A top flap above the upper open end of the pouch. Laterally inwardly extending upper and lower sets of seams holding the flap to the backing strip. The upper seams are of a longer length inward in the lateral direction. The upper and lower seams define a nest area at the top region of a disc and cooperate with recess at the bottom to hold the disc against lateral shifting. Single and plural arrays of the pouches on the backing are possible.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method for racemizing enantiomers of a substituted 2-trifluoromethyl-2H-chromene-3-carboxylic acid or ester, a substituted 2-trifluoromethyl-1,2-dihydro-quinoline-3-carboxylic acid or ester, a substituted 2-trifluoromethyl-2H-thiochromene-3-carboxylic acid or ester, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of the acids or esters, using secondary amines, and optionally hydroxides, alkoxides, or sulfites at reaction mixture temperatures of from about 30° C. (i.e., above room temperature) to less than 300° C.

Abstract: Intermediates in the preparation of 9,11-epoxy steroids are disclosed. Particularly, disclosed are 11,12-epoxy steroid, 4,5-9,11-diepoxy steroid and 12-keto steroid intermediates.

Abstract: Novel 9?-hydroxy steroid compounds, including compounds of Formula IX wherein -A-A-, —B—B—, R1, R3, R8 and R9 are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: A synthesis is described for intermediates which are readily amenable to the large scale preparation of hydroxyethylurea-based chiral HIV protease inhibitors. The method includes forming a diastereoselective epoxide from a chiral alpha amino aldehyde.