A system and method are disclosed for providing journaling in a computer environment. An embodiment of the present invention comprises providing a first node and a second node; providing a journal wherein the journal is accessible by the first node and the second node; requesting a change in lock status...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US7240057?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7240057 - System and method for implementing journaling in a multi-node environment