Abstract: A process for centrally managing a large number of computers from a central location when technical expertise is not available at each end point nor can other remote management techniques be employed such as remote desktop or direct connection to an agent. This process consists of the generation of processing instructions at a central point which can then be distributed to any number of endpoints in an asynchronous manner where they will be automatically applied and, if requested, response returned to the central management point asynchronously. The communication mechanisms are secure, verifiable, and require no special expertise at the endpoint to employ. Asynchronous refers to the ability for processing instructions and responses to be transferred by a variety of methods but not solely dependent on direct communications, such as via a store-and-forward mechanism, and can also include server-side push directly to the endpoint and client-side pull from a predetermined rendezvous point.

Abstract: The present invention provides a message-oriented middleware solution for securely transmitting messages and files across public networks unencumbered by intervening network barriers implemented as security measures. It also provides a dynamic, dedicated, application level VPN solution that is facilitated by the message-oriented middleware. Standard encryption algorithms are used to minimize the threat of eavesdropping and an Open-Pull Protocol (OPP) that allows target nodes to pull and verify the credentials of requestors prior to the passing of any data. Messaging can be segregated into multiple and distinct missions that all share the same nodes. The security network's architecture is built to resist and automatically recover from poor, slow, and degrading communications channels. Peers are identifiable by hardware appliance, software agent, and personally identifiable sessions.

Abstract: A method for enabling users to securely share application information and resources by granting resource owners access to user-application combinations. It provides a means for ensuring that only approved and unaltered applications may access available resources. A connection negotiation scheme allows both ends of a communication channel to agree on a specific version of a specific application to be used to access a target resource. Once agreement is reached, a virtual private network channel may be established between approved applications and designated resources that enable channel encryption using an encryption key and a verified signature using a calculated hash value of the negotiated application.

Abstract: A method for enabling users to securely share application information and resources by granting resource owners access to user-application combinations. It provides a means for ensuring that only approved and unaltered applications may access available resources. A connection negotiation scheme allows both ends of a communication channel to agree on a specific version of a specific application to be used to access a target resource. Once agreement is reached, a virtual private network channel may be established between approved applications and designated resources that enable channel encryption using an encryption key and a verified signature using a calculated hash value of the negotiated application.

Abstract: The present invention provides a message-oriented middleware solution for securely transmitting messages and files across public networks unencumbered by intervening network barriers implemented as security measures. It also provides a dynamic, dedicated, application level VPN solution that is facilitated by the message-oriented middleware. Standard encryption algorithms are used to minimize the threat of eavesdropping and an Open-Pull Protocol (OPP) that allows target nodes to pull and verify the credentials of requestors prior to the passing of any data. Messaging can be segregated into multiple and distinct missions that all share the same nodes. The security network's architecture is built to resist and automatically recover from poor, slow, and degrading communications channels. Peers are identifiable by hardware appliance, software agent, and personally identifiable sessions.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for behavior monitoring and training for an animal, comprising a remote unit with a microprocessor, motion sensors, global position system receivers, stimulators, and batteries. The remote unit microprocessor receives monitoring and training instructions from a host unit and signals from the motion sensors and global position system receivers. The remote unit, when placed on an animal, produces training stimuli, including sound and/or electric shock, in response to digging and jumping. When a microphone and global position system receiver are also employed in the remote unit, the remote unit can also produce training stimuli in response to barking and leaving a confined area.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for behavior monitoring and training for an animal, comprising a remote unit with a microprocessor, accelerometers, stimulators, and batteries. The remote unit microprocessor receives monitoring and training instructions from a host unit and signals from the accelerometers. The remote unit, when placed on an animal, produces training stimuli, including sound and/or electric shock, in response to digging and jumping. When a microphone and receiver are also employed in the remote unit, the remote unit can also produce training stimuli in response to barking and leaving a confined area.