Abstract: A node is monitored using metadata gathered by an in-memory process. Metadata for the node is dynamically gathered using a process running in memory; and the gathered metadata is provided to a remote server for storage. The process comprises, for example, an in-memory microkernel executing on a boot node. The metadata comprises, for example, information about physical characteristics of the node, information about one or more software packages installed on the node and/or information about one or more of an operating system, a BIOS and firmware. The gathered metadata can be processed to update a finite state machine to indicate a state of the node and/or to detect a change in state of the node.

Abstract: A method, system, and program, product for managing scanning of databases in data storage system, the method comprising receiving a query request from an application server to a data storage system, scanning data stored in the data storage system and based on the query request, returning a set of data to the application server, wherein the set of data corresponds to the query request.

Abstract: A computer-based method for managing digital rights in a digital content provisioning system. The method includes providing a set of digital content elements that are accessible from a wireless network. Profiles for a plurality of wireless devices are stored in a central repository. The profiles include information that defines the access rights of the wireless devices to the digital content elements. The method continues with receiving a discovery request from one of the wireless devices based on their digital rights information in their profile. In response to the discovery request, a portion of the digital rights information is retrieved and displayed on the requesting wireless device sometimes along with a listing of the devices personal content. The method may then include receiving an update request from the wireless device to update the access rights and in response, updating the profile information for that wireless device.