Abstract: Implementations are provided for scalable cloud backup. A coordinator process can manage worker processes on nodes to package file system data that is targeted for cloud backup into node local upload objects. File data can be arranged into distinct block offsets of the node local upload object. A set of metadata tables can be generated that characterize each file that is backed up as well as file block location information for each data block. The node local upload objects can be uploaded to a cloud service provider. The set of metadata tables generated by the worker process can be coalesced into a global set of metadata tables that describe the data that has been backed up. In one implementation, after an initial cloud backup has occurred, a snapshot service of the file system can be used to incrementally backup blocks of the file that have been changed.

Abstract: In a process for the dual use of packaging for a fish-related product such as fish food or a fish-related consumable product normally dispensed into an aquarium, a package including a compartment is filled with the fish-related product which is then dispensed until depleted. The dual use package is then placed within the aquarium and utilized as a decorative ornament. In this regard, the dual use package may be reconfigured for use as a decorative feature within the aquarium, and ballast may be added to the ornamental container before being submerged.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for utilizing dual use packaging, particularly ornamental packaging containing a pet-related product as would be used with an aquarium. The ornamental container is filled with a pet-related product such as fish food. The fish food is selectively dispensed from the container until depleted. The container is then utilized as a decorative ornament in an aquarium. Ballast may be added to the ornamental container before being submerged in the aquarium. The ornamental container may resemble a lighthouse, a treasure chest, a rock sculpture, a wall block, a submarine, or a vase.

Abstract: In a process for the dual use of packaging for a fish-related product such as fish food or a fish-related consumable product normally dispensed into an aquarium, a package including a compartment is filled with the fish-related product which is then dispensed until depleted. The dual use package is then placed within the aquarium and utilized as a decorative ornament. In this regard, the dual use package may be reconfigured for use as a decorative feature within the aquarium, and ballast may be added to the ornamental container before being submerged.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for utilizing dual use packaging, particularly ornamental packaging containing a pet-related product as would be used with an aquarium. The ornamental container is filled with a pet-related product such as fish food. The fish food is selectively dispensed from the container until depleted. The container is then utilized as a decorative ornament in an aquarium. Ballast may be added to the ornamental container before being submerged in the aquarium. The ornamental container may resemble a lighthouse, a treasure chest, a rock sculpture, a wall block, a submarine, or a vase.

Abstract: A storage tank (10) for storing a fluid, such as water, having a wall defined by a plurality of panels (12) which are retained by opposed side edges between adjacent support members (11). The support members have a base portion (13) and a support portion (15) and are free-standing on the base portion (13) on an earthen floor allowing the tank (10) to be constructed at sites without concrete foundations such as a concrete pad or ring. Preferably all that is required prior to construction of the tank (10) is for the site to be graded (if necessary). The tank also has a liner (20) that lines the interior surfaces of the wall and the floor.

Abstract: The animal feeding reminder includes a food handling apparatus which comprises a food scoop, a food bowl, or a food container for the transportation, selling, or purchasing of animal food. Date or time indicia are associated with the food handling apparatus. A marker is associated with the food handling apparatus and moveable relative to the indicia. The marker selectively identifies a distinct date or time from the date or time indicia. A marker positioning mechanism is associated with the marker, the apparatus, or both. The marker positioning mechanism securely holds the marker so as to identify the distinct date or time and prevent accidental or unintended movement of the marker to another date or time. Therefore, the marker can be selectively moved to identify the distinct date or time after each use of the food handling apparatus to remind a user of a last time an animal was fed.

Abstract: The animal feeding reminder includes a food handling apparatus which comprises a food scoop, a food bowl, or a food container for the transportation, selling, or purchasing of animal food. Date or time indicia are associated with the food handling apparatus. A marker is associated with the food handling apparatus and moveable relative to the indicia. The marker selectively identifies a distinct date or time from the date or time indicia. A marker positioning mechanism is associated with the marker, the apparatus, or both. The marker positioning mechanism securely holds the marker so as to identify the distinct date or time and prevent accidental or unintended movement of the marker to another date or time. Therefore, the marker can be selectively moved to identify the distinct date or time after each use of the food handling apparatus to remind a user of a last time an animal was fed.

Abstract: A consumable product use tracking system includes a consumable product handling apparatus having a first marker is moveable relative to a date indicia, wherein the first marker selectively identifies a distinct date from the date indicia, and a second marker is moveable relative to a time indicia, wherein the second marker identifies a distinct time from the time indicia. A marker positioning mechanism is associated with the first and second markers, the apparatus, or both, for securely holding the markers so as to identify the distinct date and time and prevent accidental or unintended movement of the markers to another date and time. The markers are selectively moved to identify the distinct date and time after each use or for a future use of the consumable product handling apparatus.

Abstract: A dual-purpose packaging for a pet-related product includes a flexible, non-toxic and bite-resistant enclosure filled with a pet-related product. The enclosure includes a retractable valve for selectively dispensing the pet-related product from within the enclosure. The packaging may further include a set of squeak elements associated with a corresponding set of air-filled chambers coupled to the enclosure. Accordingly, the enclosure may be reutilized as a pet chew toy once the pet-related product is substantially dispensed from within the enclosure.

Abstract: A dual-purpose packaging for a pet-related product includes a flexible, non-toxic and bite-resistant enclosure filled with a pet-related product. The enclosure includes a retractable valve for selectively dispensing the pet-related product from within the enclosure. The packaging may further include a set of squeak elements associated with a corresponding set of air-filled chambers coupled to the enclosure. Accordingly, the enclosure may be reutilized as a pet chew toy once the pet-related product is substantially dispensed from within the enclosure.