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Raekwon - Your World My World Feat. Havoc
Your World My World Raekwon Feat. Havoc
**Just Added**Listen to Your World My World, the new track by Raekwon featuring Havoc which was dropped on Tuesday, March 8th, 2011.
Give Your World My World a listen - it's a new offering from Raekwon, featuring Havoc. It was dropped on Tuesday, March 8th, 2011. Raekwon's musical situation is improving with every new release, and Your World My World will most definitely help the cause. It's a fine addition to the growing body of work Raekwon has been developing since stepping foot in the game. We're looking forward to what Raekwon has in store.
Check out Raekwon on Wu Crime, featuring GZA & Killa Priest. If you dig this, visit Raekwon's profile for the latest info, news, songs, and mixtapes.
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This Day in Arf History: Milton Caniff was Born!
On this day in 1907 Milton Caniff was born. Caniff is best known, of course, for Terry and the Pirates and Steve Canyon (featured a while back in Friday's the Flying Flick). Caniff was an Eagle Scout and received an Eagle Scout award from the Boy Scouts of America. Maybe the Boy Scouts didn't know about Milt's drawings that are in my new book "Clean Cartoonists' Dirty Drawings".
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It's hard to believe that Spring Quarter Finals are just around the corner! One year down…. I certainly hope both you and your student can look back and appreciate all of the ups and downs that come with the college freshman experience. Congratulations on getting to this point!
A reminder that your student should have registered for Autumn quarter classes by now—regardless whether that is for Columbus or Lima. Courses are filling quickly!
And finally, this will be your last Freshmen Parent and Family email. I have appreciated all of the wonderful feedback I have received throughout the year and hope that you found at least some of this information beneficial.
While you will not be receiving emails and newsletters next year, feel free to look for updates on the Parent and Family Website at any time. http://lima.osu.edu/fye/parentsFamily.php
And again, if anyone is interested in sharing your parent experience at this summer's Orientations, please let me know!
Have a wonderful and safe summer!
PS: If you have not had an opportunity to attend a campus event recently, I encourage you to attend the Spring Choral Concert on June 3 at 8pm. This is the final concert being conducted by Dr. Richard Mallonee, as he will be retiring in the fall. It is sure to be a great show!


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NCF-Envirothon spans the length and breadth of North America – from the deserts of the southwestern United States to the frozen tundra near the Arctic Circle in Canada; from the Everglades to the Olympic peninsula. It is a large territory with many different habitats and remarkable biological and cultural diversity. The Curriculum Guidelines have been developed to accommodate as much educational diversity as possible. They are not meant to replace any state or provincial Envirothon curriculum, but rather to provide a standard framework for students and advisors headed to the NCF-Envirothon.
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December 5, 2012 at 5:00pm — 9:00pm
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Posted October 15, 2012
Art After Hours invites the Rutgers community and the general public to engage in a multifaceted approach to the arts on the first Wednesday evening of most months.
Filmmaker Michael Maglaras hosts a screening of his documentary "O Brother Man: The Art and Life of Lynd Ward." The evening also includes a guided tour of "Lynd Ward Draws Stories" and the Zimmerli's annual holiday cookie decorating celebration. Seasonal specials in the Museum Store and complimentary light refreshments are available. FREE to Rutgers students, faculty, staff, and Zimmerli members (with valid ID). $6 general admission.
Web site: http://www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu/programs-events/art-after-hours
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Hydrocodone Abused By Medical Professional
SHIRLEY G. MOLINA, 36, of Marysville, Washington, appeared today in U.S. District Court in Seattle and entered a guilty plea to the felony offense of acquiring a controlled substance (hydrocodone) by misrepresentation, deception, and subterfuge, in violation of federal law. This offense is punishable by up to four years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
Court documents indicate that during 2008, through November 25, 2008, when she was terminated, MOLINA was employed as a Pharmacy Technician at the Bartell Drug store in Lake Stevens, Washington. As a Washington State licensed Pharmacy Technician, MOLINA was authorized to fill prescriptions, and had regular access to controlled substances belonging to the pharmacy inventory. It was her lawful duty to fill prescriptions as directed by physicians, and not to engage in any theft, misappropriation, or unauthorized distribution of controlled substances.
During this time, MOLINA knowingly and intentionally removed from the pharmacy's inventory quantities of hydrocodone, a Schedule III controlled substance, which she thereafter diverted and misappropriated to her own unauthorized use. MOLINA unlawfully diverted several stock jars containing 500 10mg pills of hydrocodone, which she then consumed. She adjusted inventory records in order to conceal the theft. Several thousand pills of hydrocodone were unlawfully taken by MOLINA. A review of video surveillance film at the pharmacy showed MOLINA taking the pill bottles. On November 25, 2008, MOLINA was confronted by officers regarding her conduct, and she admitted to taking the hydrocodone. She turned over an additional bottle containing 500 hydrocodone pills that she had removed from the pharmacy and stored in her vehicle.
As part of her guilty plea, MOLINA agreed to repay restitution to the pharmacy for the value of the drugs taken.
MOLINA is scheduled to be sentenced by U.S. District Judge Robert S. Lasnik on June 26, 2009. While awaiting sentencing, MOLINA was ordered to submit to drug testing and treatment, and forbidden from engaging in any employment which allowed her access to controlled substances.
National statistics show an increasing level of unlawful diversion and abuse of pharmaceutical controlled substances, as well as overdoses of such drugs resulting in rising medical costs. The unlawful possession and diversion of such substances by individuals – be it by patients, non-patients, or by medical professionals, contributes to this escalating problem, poses a danger to the user and to others, and constitutes a violation of law. All dispensers of controlled substances, including pharmacies, are required by law to have compliance programs in effect designed to prevent the unlawful diversion of controlled substances.
This case is part of a continuing Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) investigation focused upon the unlawful diversion of pharmaceutical controlled substances within the Western District of Washington and elsewhere.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Ronald J. Friedman.
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text: 1928. Probably taken in Bideford, Devon - the Hart-land - where (Winifred) Elsie and her mother, Winifred, holidayed every year with their loving family. Winifred and May were Louisa's daughters. . Wallace Frank Greenslade married May, his second 'Hart'-wife, in 1928 after his first wife, elder Hart sister Ethel, had died from pneumonia following influenza in 1924. But May herself slipped on a doorstep, felling on her back damaging her kidneys and losing the child she was bearing. Doctors advised her against becoming pregnant again. Nevertheless, she did conceive and bore William Stanley Greenslade in 1929. But her kidneys could not withstand yet another pregnancy. So when, in 1932 she became pregnant again, her kidneys failed. How horrific to lose two cherished wives - or two cherished daughters - in the space of eight years... awful times. . . As implored by May before she died, Winifred adopted her infant nephew bringing him up as her own son - and as a sibling for Elsie and Rita. Stanley shared Rita's pram - they were only born a few months apart and brought-up as 'twins'. Rita's birth date was altered to fit Stanley's. Stanley being so young thought Winifred was his real Mum. Frank G. gave Winifred 10/- a week to cover Stanley's upkeep. Stanley loved his step-mother dearly - as did her daughters - no other woman would ever live-up to her. . . Winifred lived until 1995 - the ripe old age of 98. Stanley died a bachelor a few years later... allegedly of a broken heart.


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6 Classic Mistakes Of Email Marketing
As with any other form of marketing, if you're into email marketing you'll find that there are some very common mistakes that people tend to make, over and over again. Find out about the most common mistakes and make sure that you avoid making them. Learning from other people's mistakes is a smart thing to do.
- SPAM! Email marketing is governed by all kinds of laws, including the CAN-SPAM Act. This means that people who you send messages to must have agreed that you can send emails to them. If they're not in agreement, you'll get in a lot of trouble if they report you. Therefore, email marketing is not a case of scraping millions of email addresses from Google and blasting out SPAM messages; it's a case of building lists through opt-in pages.
- SPAM (again)! Even if people do give you permission to email them, it doesn't mean they want you to message them every 5 minutes with a new affiliate offer or deal. Make sure you pace yourself – send out emails every week, or every other week. Don't smother your subscribers and don't SPAM them with affiliate links and offers.
- Sharing lists. There comes a time when email marketers look at their list, and they see dollar signs. Selling or sharing a list is never a good idea – not least due to the fact it's illegal in many cases. Don't be tempted to swap or share your list – you could be breaking the law, and you'll alienate your subscribers.
- Promoting poor products. Remember that every time you promote a product to your list, you're basically giving that product your personal stamp of approval. If something goes wrong with that product or it turns out to be rubbish, anyone who took your recommendation will instantly lower their opinion of you. If you peddle crap products to your list, you'll lose the trust of your subscribers. Without trust, you'll find it hard to make sales going forward, so remember this.
- Poor content. Lots of email marketers don't speak English as their first language. There's absolutely nothing wrong with this, but bear in mind that emails sent in broken English don't convert well at all. If you're not fluent in the language you're using to communicate with your list, outsource the content writing. Proper grammar and spelling make you look more respectable, and authoritative.
- Failing to build a bond. Before you go peddling products to your subscribers, it's important you take some time to build a bond with them. If you don't do this and you jump straight into sending them affiliate links, they'll know your game. After the user hits your email list, send out a series of auto-responder messages to them in order to build that sense of mutual trust with them.
Above are just some of the classic mistakes that people tend to make when it comes to email marketing. Learn from the above mistakes and avoid making them yourself.
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This was a really good article, thanks. However, to build that list, placement and exposure of the submit form on the landing page is also really important.
As a small business owner, I have learned this mistakes all to well. I wish I had this list before starting my first campaign. Fortunately, I learned quickly and things are really starting to pay off.


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EUGENE, Ore. — Bijou Cinemas is the only movie theater in the city that still uses 35-millimeter film.
As the theater moves its film projectors to the new downtown location this spring, it will convert the old projectors to digital. The transition will cost around $40,000 dollars.
The theater started a campaign on the website Kickstarter, in order to raise that money.


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C Plus - In My Groove (Prod. By Lee Bannon)
In My Groove C Plus Produced by Lee Bannon
Off the rapper & producer's upcoming EP "Young Champions"
Give In My Groove (Prod. Lee Bannon) a spin - it's a new offering from C Plus. It was dropped on Wednesday, February 8th, 2012. C Plus's rap artistry continues to improve with every release, something which is most definitely evidenced on In My Groove (Prod. Lee Bannon). His ever-expanding catalogue is definitely better for it, and we're looking forward to the next piece of the puzzle - aren't you?
Hear more of C Plus on Sucka Free (Prod. Hippie Sabotage), featuring eMeX . If you're down, make sure to visit C Plus's profile page for the newest info, news, songs, and mixtapes.


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Saturday, October 6 2007 |
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"Integrated Bluetooth, 1.3 megapixel camera, 3G (UMTS) network compatibility in Palm Treo 750 is complemented with a commendable voice clarity devoid of echo syndromes, even with the speaker mode active. Attending a call is never a compromise during simultaneous navigation or staying online. The termination of a calling session is notified with an unique number saving option." |
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"We get a quick flashback to World War 2 and the story of your secret squadron begins. The first "real" mission comes up simple - deliver a spy to France undetected, using a fighter. Sounds plausible, let's just fly over there below radar and quickly put the plane down on some field and take off before the Germans can catch you, right? Nope. The mission expects you to fly over a train, and keep the plane there for a good while as the spy jumps off your Hurricane on top of the train. Reality Check: Failure. Not to mention after delivering the spy you are expected to blow up piles nearby ground troops, including their anti-aircraft batteries, which somehow were sound asleep while you pulled off silly stuff over the train." |
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The Cooler Master RC-690 is their newest mainstream case. It combines the benefits of great aircooling, screwless design and compatiblilty with large graphic cards with solid steel construction. All this comes at a very affordable price point. The case can be had with or without a window. |
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The majority of Revoltec products consist of trendy looking cables, fans, input devices and USB peripherals. They are still not one of the most well known companies on the planet, but they are well respected by enthusiasts throughout Europe. Although most products Revoltec produce have been modding related equipment, they have recently begun to diversify more and moved on to cooling, enclosure and ATX case products. |
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Corsair has been known among PC enthusiasts as one of the best suppliers of high performance memory products for many years. Many companies are starting to broaden their product lines to include their own brands of power supplies, cases, and other equipment. To this end, Corsair has partnered with Seasonic (also known for their quality power supply units since the 1980s) to deliver a quality computer power supply with the Corsair name behind it, the HX620. |
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The Flash Padlock 2GB USB Drive performed as advertised, and as Corsair confirmed it is "not an enterprise secure device", but I have to question why a home user should expect to pay more for security features, and in the end only get marginally better security than could be available on a more typical USB flash drive? It only takes a few minutes and some basic electrical know-how to take the drive apart and bypass the lock. |
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Town/City building games were very popular back in the day with titles like SimCity, Caesar (and later Zeus and Pharaoh) getting a new sequel every year or two. Yes, those were really the times for us strategists who prefer to count the coins in our treasury and make tax cuts instead of sending troops into the fray. The Settlers have been a classic since the early days, combining a cartoonish look with a very deep, often mind-numbing resource system where entire chains of resources were needed for some of the final products. The new Settlers games left most with a sour taste in their mouths, so expectations weren�t too high. On the other hand Blue Byte promised to make a return to their roots, simplifying things in the process. The result, although not quite like the old Settlers games, might just be what it takes to bring the series back on the map. |
Friday, October 5 2007 |
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"When compared to the competition, the MSI NX8600GT OC Edition certainly holds it's own well, and more often than not beats competing GPU's from the other camp, especially where anti-aliasing is concerned. It does fall behind when compared to ATI's offerings for video decoding, but it does well enough simply by virtue that the ATI offerings perform exceptionally." |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:12 PM (EDT) |
"While you won't be playing the latest games at the highest resolutions, you will be able to run at fair settings for the casual gamer. I was impressed that the card did so well compared to the other two, since it was the slowest of the three. In the newer benchmarks it even surpassed the comparison cards during some of the settings. I was happy when it did so well in RyderMark. Games that had videos in them, like Need For Speed: Most Wanted, were crisp and clear, with no lagging. This card did exactly as it advertised with flying colors." |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:12 PM (EDT) |
�The Veris family is a new line of personal home theater multimedia components made by Antec. Currently, the series contains only five products, but more are expected. Up for review today is the Veris A/V cooler, an ingenious accessory for prolonging the life expectancy of your home entertainment products by keeping your equipment running cool.� |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:11 PM (EDT) |
Enermax is power supply brand that differentiates itself on features and appearance. Both are good qualities, but power efficiency is something it should improve upon. A power efficient PSU that is difficult to use isn't much good, and the same rings true for a unit which has all the physical qualities take care of, but isn't as power efficient as it could be. |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:11 PM (EDT) |
"Lian Li are well known for their prowess at forging PC cases from aluminium. We�ve seen their desktop towers, and so today I have a horizontal desktop enclosure with the possibility of it being mounted in a server rack. |
Silverstone Element ST50EF-Plus 500W PSU Review @ HardwareLogic |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:10 PM (EDT) |
In recent months 700 to 1000 watt monsters have been stealing the spotlight on the power supply stage. Many people may think the time of the 500 watt unit has come and gone, but that is just not the case. Believe it or not, 500 watt units can still hold their own and perform just fine on most systems, even some systems that many enthusiasts consider high end. Yeah, if you are running a quad processor, with six hard drives and two 8800GTX's in SLI, then you are going to want to pick up a PSU with a "few" more watts. But how many people do you know that have power sucking rigs like that? Or an even better question: How is this 500 watt unit going to hold up in an average enthusiast system? Follow along with us to find out... |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:10 PM (EDT) |
Home theatre PCs are quite popular these days and this type of enclosures can be found in many flavors. Some HTPC enclosures come with lots of fancy features such as displays and remote controllers while other enclosures are more simple. If you have a pretty basic HTPC enclosure you might want to check out the SilverStone MFP51. |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:10 PM (EDT) |
My favourite past-time used to be getting up close and personal with the latest ATX cases on the market. As you can see from the majority of case reviews in our database Richard has taken on this very task. However, when the latest media case was delivered by Antec (and i know Richard will be seeing red) i just couldn't help myself and decided to rip open the packaging and examine this one myself. Unlike many other Media Center PC's that resemble a complete PC system sitting next to your quality and very expensive home theatre setup, the Antec Fusion possesses clean lines, sleek appearance and a design that is simply superb!! Complete with a 430w PSU, silent operation & incredible Vacuum Fluorescent Display, i have a feeling this particular case will have you jumping up and down in sheer delight and amazement.... |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:09 PM (EDT) |
"The front of the N1200 is a lesson in simple elegance, with more than a passing nod to the Xbox 360 in its basic design (minus the Red Rings of Death, I hasten to add!). The N1200 is designed to stand vertically, as pictured here, with the front of the unit containing two buttons - One for powering the device on and off, and the other to initiate a copy from the drive housed within the device to an external drive, most likely connected to one of the N1200's USB ports. You can see that one of these USB ports (which will accept both standard external hard drives and flash memory sticks) has sensibly been placed at the front of the unit, with the other housed at the rear of the enclosure. That aside, numerous LEDs make up the rest of the N1200's faceplate, showing the unit's status as well as any activity on the WAN, LAN, hard disk and USB ports." |
Ideazon Merc Stealth Illuminated Keyboard Review @ XtremeComputing |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:08 PM (EDT) |
"I'm torn with this keyboard. To be honest, during general windows use the board frustrates the living daylights out of me. However I know that this is due to how much I rely on keyboard shortcuts for regular windows operation. But on the other hand this keyboard does more than excel at what it was designed for, gaming." |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:08 PM (EDT) |
Finally! We are beginning to see Creative's chipset offerings being used in other manufacturers sound cards. The first such product is Auzentech's X-Fi Prelude, which we have on the test bench today. Though it excels in some regards, we find out that it has a lot of room for improvement. |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:07 PM (EDT) |
Logitech already dominates the market for gaming mice, primarily with the G5 model which is still the benchmark that all mice are compared to. Now they�ve released their new G9 model � jam-packed with features but a lot more expensive. |
Cooler Master Vortex 752 CPU Cooler Review @ ThinkComputers.org |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:07 PM (EDT) |
�Cooler Master is not extremely well known for their CPU coolers, but they should be. They are affordable and can compete in performance with other top brands that cost a lot more. Today we are looking at the Vortex 752, which is a smaller CPU cooler, but don't let that fool you it is very powerful. It features 2 heatpipe design, 92mm fan, and an all copper base. Read on to see how the Vortex 752 stacks up against all of the other coolers we have tested.� |
Thursday, October 4 2007 |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:27 AM (EDT) |
"Everything has come a long way since those days. One of those advances is the ATA connector called Serial ATA (SATA). IDE (also referred to as Parallel ATA) had a burstable data rate of 133MB/second, where as the first iteration of SATA had a burst rate of 150MB/second. More recently, SATAII doubled that, coming in at a whopping 300MB/second. With these numbers it should be clear to everyone that SATA blows IDE out of the water, but is that really the case? IDE drives are still being made; are they simply being grandfathered out or are they up to par? Let's find out together by taking a look at a couple of optical drives." |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:26 AM (EDT) |
"The w2408 has impressive technical specs, a 4-port USB 2.0 hub and costs a very reasonable $600 USD." |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:26 AM (EDT) |
"If you're in the market for a decent set of earphones (or canalphones) and have done a bit of research, you have likely heard a thing or two about Future Sonics' Atrio series canalphones. Doing a quick Google search, skimming Future Sonics' website, or even consulting the handy-dandy "reviewer's guide" they sent me reveals quite a bit of hype surrounding these particular canalphones. Future Sonics even quotes several award-winning producers, composers and artists exclaiming their profound love of the Atrio. Now, I would be concerned about a company who didn't hype their product, but everything I've heard about these canalphones leads me to believe they were crafted by Jesus himself! I couldn't wait to hear the heavenly tones of my favorite music being reproduced by these babies! Did these canalphones live up to the hype, especially with so many big names backing them up? Let's see how I felt after a month of usage, while comparing them to several other canalphones ranging from the bargain to the big-ticket..." |
Patriot 2x1GB PC3-15000 1866MHz DDR3 Memory Review @ Virtual-Hideout |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:25 AM (EDT) |
�Well, I was sitting here one afternoon contemplating what could possibly be any better than an 1800MHz DDR3 memory kit that could help me melt down my E6600 and whichever motherboard to further compliment such a feat. To my surprise, Patriot Memory stepped up to the plate in good form with something better. As if 1800MHz wasn't plenty of speed right now, this team has been busy finalizing and currently offering the Patriot PC3-15000 2GB Kit. If you calculate that out (which can sometimes cause headaches), that's 1866MHz of raw memory frequency. How much memory bandwidth and performance does that offer? Let's find out!� |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:24 AM (EDT) |
"MSI produce a myriad of different components. From motherboards to graphics cards, mp3 players to webcams. Speaking of which, today I am testing their newest little cam, the Starcam Genie." |
DH Review: XFX 8800GTS 320Mb Fatal1ty & Gainward Bliss 8800GTS 640Mb |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:24 AM (EDT) |
At the beginning of September we took a look at a couple of GeForce 8600 cards and investigated whether more memory or higher clock speed was more advantageous to outright performance. This article proved a popular read, so today we follow up and take a look at how speed/memory specifications affect the 8800 GTS cards. |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:23 AM (EDT) |
"There are plenty of options in the BIOS for overclocking, and the BIOS itself is one of the easiest we have used. It's also without a doubt the easiest overclocking board we've used. Even the most inexperienced overclocker should be able to leave pretty much everything on automatic and start dialling up the FSB and achieve a very high overclock." |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:22 AM (EDT) |
Why is it that in order to get quality from a product you have pay through the nose for it? What ever happened to the days when quality came as a standard and you didn't pay extra to get it? I suppose when you spend close to $700 on a video card there are certain expectations of quality that come with such a purchase but shouldn't the same apply if you're buying a power supply for $80 USD? Well my friends I can tell you that you no longer have to ask why, Corsair has the answer. Bringing the same level of quality they instill in their memory chips Corsair is determined to provide a top notch product at a bargain basement price. So while those of you who may be looking to buy 1300 watts of extreme goodness can expect a high level of quality now that same level can be found in 450 watt versions. |
ASRock GeForce 7050 ALiveNF7G-HD720p Videocard Review @ Tweaktown |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:22 AM (EDT) |
"While there has been criticism about the acquisition of ATI from the jolly green giant AMD, it has indefinitely produced one good thing, a stable platform for AMD to base its CPUs around. No longer will they have to rely on their third-party chipset manufacturers to make good platforms for them, now they can make their own and so far they have released one chipset under the AMD brand, the 690G. |
Posted by Nathan @ 3:21 AM (EDT) |
Gigabyte's new GA-MA69GM-S2H board has HTPC written all over it, with no fewer than six possible video output types, optical Toslink output, and AMD's 690G chipset with Radeon X1250 IGP. In our review, we find more than a few reasons to recommend it to anyone who�s considering a new HTPC. |
Wednesday, October 3 2007 |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:15 AM (EDT) |
"What kind of noise was there? NONE! After all, there's no fan. This is a great change from the hair dryer that normally resides in the graphics slot on my computer. The "Silent-Pipe II Technology" actually kept GPU temperatures well out of the danger zone. I was expecting temperatures in the 80 Celsius range, but after some gaming and benchmarking (3DMark06 looped 4 times) the on-board temperature sensor gave a reading of 58 Celsius via Riva Tuner; something I was not expecting." |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:14 AM (EDT) |
The UFO Acrylic Cube case from Sunbeam has a lot of unique features for a clear plastic case. The cube design is unlike other clear cases I've seen, and its compact size makes it great for smaller systems or users with space restrictions. There is a large amount of "WOW-factor" that comes with a case like this, and it is sure to turn some heads. |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:14 AM (EDT) |
"Chill Innovation is one of the manufacturers that have just recently entered the PSU business. This makes seeing how their new product performs even more interesting. Before power supplies, Chill Innovation have been manufacturing for example adapter cables for power supplies and anti vibration kits for hard drives." |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:14 AM (EDT) |
"Just like real golf, perfecting a swing in Tiger Woods PGA Tour '08 takes time. EA's True Swing technology, which mimics a golf club swing with mouse movements, requires some time spent in Practice mode before any consistency in shots can be attained. Setting the profile difficulty to Novice or Intermediate is a must when using a high-DPI optical mouse � the Advanced setting is far too sensitive with a fast-tracking mouse. Using a mouse with adjustable sensitivity, I found it necessary to turn the sensitivity down to an extreme degree using the mouse's driver software." |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:13 AM (EDT) |
Today at HotHardware, we have looked at two affordably priced Core 2 platforms based on the Intel P3x series chipset, to see if there were any major differences in terms of performance, features, and overclockability between the two. Representing the P35 Express, we have the ECS P35T-A, which retails for a little over $100 USD. In addition, we have the new Gigabyte GA-P31-DS3L representing the P31 Express. This new Gigabyte motherboard is currently selling for about 20% less (around $80 USD), making it one of the least expensive P3x boards currently on the market. |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:13 AM (EDT) |
You must follow your squad to meet up with Sgt. Johnson, and you don't have the luxury of an objective arrow (at the moment), but luckily your team knows the way. The Arbiter always has a blue arrow abive his head, so you can easily find your bearings |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:12 AM (EDT) |
Earlier this year we reviewed Zalman's FZ-CE1 Fatal1ty case. Although we loved the build quality and design, having "Fatal1ty" etched on every flat surface really soured us on an otherwise stellar case. Zalman listened, and has introduced the Z-Machine GT1000, an enthusiast-level chassis that will continue to be cool long after "Fatal1ty" is a creepy, balding, unemployed 40-year-old. |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:12 AM (EDT) |
"The latest series to enter the Biostar E Gate family of graphics cards is of course the 8600s from NVIDIA. Their cards have recently become more interesting thanks to the implementation of V-Ranger which is what Biostar name their smart voltage and dynamic clock software. |
Titan TTC-G5T Extendable Notebook Cooling Pad Speakers @ Pro-Clockers |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:12 AM (EDT) |
Over the last few years, consumers have been inundated with cooling solutions for their notebook PCs. Most are pretty gimmicky, but others actually have some scientific method that will help cool the hottest laptops and keep them running more efficiently and hopefully, more quietly. Today, we have the Titan TTC-G5T Extendable Notebook Cooling Pad speakers on our test bench. This device�s mission in life is simple � to give users a better sound solution than their notebook offers and at the same time raise it up off the desk to let more cool air flow underneath. We are going to challenge this claim and see if this product�s capabilities have any merit. |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:11 AM (EDT) |
On the surface the P35 chipset appears to be nothing more than a minor upgrade to the i9xx series but it's really more than that. The advancement in core logic officially breaks the P35 away from the legacy Pentium 4 processor model so it can support the new wave of multi core processors. |
Tuesday, October 2 2007 |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:09 PM (EDT) |
I don't think I have to say that data loss is everyone's nightmare. At home, data loss could mean years worth of photos, videos, financials, and documents lost. In business, data loss means money out the window. Many times, however, you want to recover data, but you don't want to pay the exorbitant fees that data recovery companies charge ($150-$250/hour). Let me introduce you to some free data recovery tools. |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:08 PM (EDT) |
BFG is one of two companies offering the Ageia PhysX card in form of a retail product. The PPU - physics proccesing unit - is an additioal processor to the GPU and CPU. It enables real life physics and interactivity within supporting games. While the first games and a high price tag upon launch did not live up to expectations, the brand new Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 and a very affordable 120 USD price tag makes this a great addition nowadays. |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:08 PM (EDT) |
"As a keyboard snob, I have to preface this with a forewarning: I hate ergonomic keyboards. I find that they tweak my tendons (or don't tweak them enough) and muss with my muscle memory. They cause me to make typos and my fingers feel crammed together. I don't like scaled-down keyboards or keyboards that are missing keys due to the fact that most people don't use them. I use 'em all, even insert. (OK, maybe not scroll lock, but I'd use it in a pinch if I, er, knew what it did.) The truth is that the first keyboards and their mechanical predecessors needed little improvement. My grandmother, who shakes holding a pen, can still type faster than I can speak. Competitive typers all use straight keyboards, and rely on pianist's reflexes and ruler's-edge posture to crack out pages. The ergonomic multimedia keyboard does what an army of secretaries can't do: they make using a computer friendly." |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:07 PM (EDT) |
The Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave brings several nice features to the table with it at a moderate price of 89.99 USD. The keyboard is designed to offer optimal comfort for those that prefer an ergonomically styled keyboard. The laser mouse offers contoured sides and both the keyboard and mouse utilize soft rubber pads / grips. |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:06 PM (EDT) |
"While parts of the destruction is still "faked" with normal tricks such as decal work and sprite-based debris clouds, the developers have been very creative in the dark art of visual trickery. The cheats are mixed in with real breakup of objects and predetermined parts of the level and the combined effect works very well. And it's not just a couple of specific parts and objects - the engine actually supports the deconstruction of almost every object and big parts of the level geometry, with large chunks actually staying around. It's entirely possible to redecorate whole rooms in all kinds of creative ways while blowing away piles of bad guys." |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:06 PM (EDT) |
To put things in perspective, if one cooler bested another by four degrees Celsius, people would be singing from the rooftops. For load temperature results to drop over four degrees Celsius by changing the kind of thermal paste you use is equally admirable. We didn't see a huge difference between the Tuniq and the ThermalRight paste but it was there. The reengineering of the TX-2 was certainly worthwhile. |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:05 PM (EDT) |
I sometimes wonder what kind of computers we would use if no-one played games. It is often said that it is the games that drive the development of new and faster technology and I definitely think that is correct. Who has heard anyone talking about upgrading their computer with a new Quad-Core CPU or GeForce 8800GTX just to "surf faster" or "write documents faster"? |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:05 PM (EDT) |
CyberSnipa is one of the few companies exclusively focusing on gaming products. CyberSnipa products are designed and developed by Flexiglow, a Hong Kong based company which is a global supplier of gaming and modding products. Nowadays gaming is considered much more than just a way to kill time as many consider it to be a sport or even a way of life! CyberSnipa designs and makes products which are exceptionally dangerous tools at the hands of those people. |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:05 PM (EDT) |
"A surge in consumer interest in feature-rich mobile solutions brought to life new types of devices, such as UMPCs, which combine functionality of personal computers with a compact form factor. However, classic ultraportable notebooks continue to evolve as well, and Fujitsu Siemens LIFEBOOK P7230 is the proof. The key highlight of this model is its top-notch communication features. Along with the standard LAN/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, the notebook is also equipped with built-in UMTS/HSDPA (compatible with GSM/GPRS). And an integrated web camera with microphones will help you use broadband lanes to their full extent. All of these make P7230 one of the most feature-rich product in its class. Add to this a 3cm (1.18") thick stylish body, smaller than an A4 sheet of paper and lighter than 1.5 kg." |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:04 PM (EDT) |
"It seems like this is the year of the gaming mouse, with new products from Logitech, Microsoft, Razer and SteelSeries. The first one to get us a sample to have a play with was Logitech with its new G9 mouse. Even from the word go people thought it looked odd and we can�t disagree that we had our doubts about this new design, since the previous design has been around for a good few years now, even though it has received a few tweaks along the road. |
Thermaltake�s Toughpower 500W Modular PSU Review @ XtremeComputing |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:04 PM (EDT) |
"The bottom of the PSU has a 140mm fan on it, this is big. So the fan can push more air while spinning slower (compared to smaller fans). This means that it is very quiet. And with the included silicon dampener, noise will be at a minimum." |
ViewSonic VX2255wmb 22-inch Widescreen LCD Monitor Review @ ThinkComputers.org |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:03 PM (EDT) |
�Back in January at CES we first saw the VX2255wmb and I instantly wanted one. Its sleek design and integrated 1.3-megapixel really made it stand out from other monitors. Also the VX2255wmh version comes in a pearl white, which Mac fans will enjoy. Today will are looking at the VX2255wmb version which is black and features a 1680X1050 native resolution, 5ms response time, and integrated speakers as well as the integrated 1.3-megapixel camera. Let's see if it's the perfect LCD for you!� |
Insignia NS-LCD32 32 Inch 720p HDTV Monitor @ Benchmark Reviews |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:03 PM (EDT) |
With a 1000:1 contrast ratio and 500 cd/m� brightness, the Insignia 32-Inch 720p HDTV lets you view crisp, clear picture quality from your favorite movies and games. The HDMI input ensures there's no loss of picture quality when you hook up your A/V components. Join Benchmark Reviews in a detailed inspection of the Insignia NS-LCD32 Monitor. |
Monday, October 1 2007 |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:30 AM (EDT) |
"If you look really really close, you can see something slightly unusual, a USB type-B port. Now what is the point of this, you may ask? Does it send advanced messages to the computer? No, it's merely a passive USB connection for the USB socket on the side of the monitor. Being passive means it's just a direct electrical connection, so if you hook it up to a USB2 device, the monitor USB port is USB2, and if you go USB1, it's USB1. Maybe one day there'll be USB3 and then you can get really excited!" |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:29 AM (EDT) |
When a game generates over $170 million in the first 24 hours (USA alone!) there is clearly something exceptional about it. Some might disagree when I call the Halo franchise one, if not the most important hallmark in gaming, but Bungie�s games up until now never failed to impress. Is Halo 3 the great game it was supposed to be, or are the incredible sales all due to Microsoft spending millions on marketing? PC zealots will undoubtedly go with the second option while the Xbox360 fans are already lighting the torches and sharpening their pitchforks to defend the title. As usual the truth is somewhere in between ... |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:29 AM (EDT) |
" The OCZ Equalizer provides six DPI sensitivity levels (400-2500) and allows gamers to seamlessly transition between each setting in the midst of a battle with a conveniently placed button. The Equalizer�s scroll wheel displays a different color LED for each DPI setting to provide instant visual confirmation of the chosen sensitivity level. The Triple Threat Button feature and programmable buttons will certainly attract the hardcore gamer out there." |
Zalman Reserator XT Hybrid Liquid Cooling System Review @ Virtual-Hideout |
Posted by Nathan @ 5:28 AM (EDT) |
�Water cooling rigs have come and gone over the years, along with the companies that make them. Zalman has been one of the few who made it, and they have done so due to the quality of the products they produce. Not only is the quality good, the performance is excellent. The water cooling unit up for review is the Zalman Reserator XT, which is a stand-alone water cooling system that sits outside an enclosure. This design keeps the hot temperature of the enclosure components away from the reservoir. Also, the Reserator XT is highly expandable by allowing the user to add additional water blocks without having to drain the entire cooling system. Everything needed to get the cooling system up and running is included in one package.� |
Sunday, September 30 2007 |
Posted by Nathan @ 4:06 PM (EDT) |
A $30 cooler just knocked off one of the best performing sinks ever to come in the shop. We just couldn't believe it. We believe it now though. The Heatpipe Direct Touch design is here to stay. The performance boost was flat incredible. What's more is that it's a performance boost that is less expensive to produce than the standard design. More powerful and lower priced cooling is what HDT brings to the table. I fully expect this design to be what all cooling manufacturers to migrate to. |
Posted by Nathan @ 4:06 PM (EDT) |
"This PSU is not one for your basic machine. This is an ITZ 1300 watt PSU made for high end equipment. There is enough power and rails to provide most game system builds with all it's needs and leave ample power to spare. When you first pick up the box be warned it is not light weight. A rough estimate would make it about two to three times the weight of a normal 600w PSU." |
Posted by Nathan @ 4:05 PM (EDT) |
"DualHead2Go Digital Edition is an external device that enables users to connect two monitors to a compatible notebook or desktop system. This innovative product connects to the VGA output of the system and adds support for two monitors. With DualHead2Go, you can see more, do more, and be more productive." |
Posted by Nathan @ 4:04 PM (EDT) |
3D Mercury is the name of GIGABYTE's first ever case with an integrated water cooling system. The case is aimed at first time water cooling buyers and is extremely easy to setup and maintain. Is this case worth the money or is it just another overpriced attempt to fuse a water cooling system and a chassis? |
Posted by Nathan @ 4:03 PM (EDT) |
In our final portion of DigitalLife coverage, we take a look at Gateway's new 30-inch monitor that you do want to see, Toshiba's latest X205 SLI-configured notebook, ooma's "free" VoIP solution, Gyration's latest media remote and even more photos from around the show floor. |


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The Lunch Break Chronicles
with Chris Preovolos
Yearly Archive for 2009
On the road with the LBC
ABOVE: Miscellaneous San Francisco; clockwise from top left, a cappuccino at Four Barrel Coffee, my sister Steph and I at Tartine Bakery, a croque monsieur and Coit Tower. 12/31/2009 As many of you may know, I'm back home in California visiting my family in the Bay Area. It's been mostly family time here in Vallejo, […]
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Chili Chicken, the $8 buffet and Indian food in Stamford
ABOVE: Chili Chicken. Watch out for the peppers, they are no joke. 12/30/2009 CHILI CHICKEN: 19 HIGH RIDGE ROAD, STAMFORD Basically, I'm too lazy to keep maintain a schedule of frequent postings. And then there's the self-diagnosed seasonal affective disorder. And, you know, I'm broke and haven't been eating out much lately. But mostly, I'm […]
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Kitchen Culture: A taste of Pakistan
ABOVE: Amnah Kiani prepares a salad for a traditional Pakistani dinner at the Kiani's home in Stamford last week. 12/28/2009 The latest edition of the Advocate's Kitchen Culture series brings us to the Kinani's a Pakistani family living in Stamford. We found Hamid, the father and his son Fahad on the cricket pitch at Lione […]
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An LBC Christmas miracle
ABOVE: Super spicy shrimp tacos at Casa Villa 12/25/2009 CASA VILLA: 182 WEST MAIN ST, STAMFORD Being the junior member of what is now essentially a two-person department, I work Christmas almost every year. There is no real way to sugarcoat this; it pretty much sucks. My family is 2,900 miles away in the San […]
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Kourambiethes. Don't even ask me how to pronounce that.
ABOVE: My first attempt at Kourambiethes. 12/14/2009 "It's for Christmas cookies," I explain, slightly embarrassed to be slipping a bottle of $4 brandy into my coat pocket, forgoing the paper bag at an East Side liquor store." Though in retrospect, maybe I'd rather be seen as a cheap drunk than a compulsive baker. I haven't […]
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Drag it through the garden, baby
ABOVE: The shrimp po' boy from Jeff's Cuisine JEFF'S CUISINE: 54 NORTH MAIN ST., NORWALK 12/13/2009 Speaking of New Orleans and my new 3Gs iPhone (that replaced my earlier version that I broke last month), I wanted to test out the new camera. What better to try it out on than a shrimp po' boy […]
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The BlogCracking the McChrystal Code3:01 PM, Sep 22, 2009
• By MICHAEL GOLDFARB
At the Atlantic, D.B. Grady offers a really smart take on the current state of play now that the McChrystal report has leaked. First off, Grady is dubious that the administration is having trouble deciphering the assessment: Grady tries to game out what the defeat McChrystal warns of would look like a year from now and what success might look should McChrystal be given the resources he needs and deliver as promised. Ultimately, he concludes that "This is President Obama's FDR moment." Very much worth reading in full. |


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UPDATED: Friday, April 13, 2012 - 8:53am
It is not exactly clear if or when Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison will resign her senate seat as she promised.
However, it isn't stopping those who have their eyes set on her chair.
Former Secretary of State Roger Williams is among those getting ready for the possible opening.
Others who have expressed interest include fellow Republicans Michael Williams and Elizabeth Ames Jones, both railroad commissioners.
So far one Democrat, former State Comptroller John Sharp has said he too will run.


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A few days ago, Senate Republicans united to defeat the Disclose Act, critical legislation intended to respond to the Supreme Court's invalidation in Citizens United v. FEC of the ban on the use of corporate general treasury funds to make independent political expenditures. The House passed the Act in June.
Senator Max Baucus Proposes Constitutional Amendment to Allow Regulation of Campaign Funding
By David Swanson
The DISCLOSE Act, a bill passed by the House that would regulate corporate election spending was blocked in the Senate on Thursday by a filibuster -- momentum is building to eliminate that anti-democratic tool.
The Next Senator from Target Corporation
Here's a type of story that may become so common it's no longer a story, or those pushing back and working for structural reform may prevail:
Target Corp. spending company money on candidates
By MARTIGA LOHN (AP) –
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Here's something Target Corp. isn't advertising in its Sunday circular: The discount retailer is now a major donor to a group backing the Republican candidate for Minnesota governor.
And that's not sitting well with every Target shopper.
FSFP Submits Testimony to Today's Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing on Citizens United
Here's our testimony: PDF.
United States Senate Committee on the Judiciary
March 10, 2010
We the People? Corporate Spending in America after Citizens United
Written Testimony of Jeffrey D. Clements
Free Speech for People (www.freespeechforpeople.org)
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Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing Wednesday on Citizens United
"We the People? Corporate Spending in American Elections after Citizens United"
Will Thousands of Corporations Be Banned from Political "Spending" Because Defined as Foreign?
While Congress may be restrained, to put it politely, in its efforts to clean up corruption for its own sake, xenophobia may come to the rescue. The LA Times reports that the Democratic party's legislation in both houses is "now considering a broad definition of foreign corporations -- companies that are more than 20% owned by non-American entities. That could end up banning thousands of corporations from contributing to political activities."
Leahy to Hold Hearing on Citizens United
Citizens United Supreme Court Case
Senate Judiciary Committee
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Senate Judiciary Committee (Chairman Leahy, D-Vt.) will hold a hearing titled "We the People? Corporate Spending in American Elections after Citizens United."
Contact: Bruce Cohen - Democratic Chief Counsel at 202-224-7703
Wednesday, March 10, 10 a.m.
Place 226 Dirksen Bldg.
Witnesses Scheduled:
Jeffrey Rosen, professor, The George Washington University Law School
Doug Kendall, founder and president, Constitutional Accountability Center
Dodd and Udall Introduce Amendment
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections.
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For the first time this season, Ferrari have introduced a double-flap solution on their front wing at Silverstone to increase downforce. The previous, single-flap solution can be seen in the top drawing and the new version in the bottom drawing. Of particular interest is the more sophisticated shape of the profiles, which rise up in the middle section of the wing (see red arrows in bottom drawing).


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Who created the sio model?
The SIO Model
Posted by Elizabeth Harrin
Have you heard of the SIO model? It's a way to ensure that you are always operating at the right level for your project, and in fact it is an approach that sits within wider business management theory, not just project management.
SIO stands for:
- Strategise
- Implement
- Operate
These are the three levels of activity that all organisations should do. Project and programme managers can operate at all of these, and as someone leading a project, it is likely that you will get involved with tasks at each of these levels throughout the lifecycle of the project. Together, the three levels ensure the translation of strategic thinking into sustainable action.
At this level you are setting the strategic direction for the business. Project and programme management tasks here would include things like:
- Defining the project management methodology and lifecycle for your organisation.
- Developing training plans and succession planning approaches for your team members.
- Setting up a project management office.
- Developing criteria by which to assess new projects.
- Putting together a benefits management or benefits tracking model for use in your company.
As you can see, these tasks are very high level and will affect the strategic direction for project and programme management within your company.
At this level you are defining work packages and establishing how to implement the corporate strategy. Corporate strategy will be set at the Strategise level, but probably outside the boundaries of the project management elements of that. To make that a bit clearer, the corporate strategy may be to become the most trusted electronics retailer brand – this has nothing to do with project management, but you can, at the Implement level, contribute towards making this happen through a series of targeted projects. Project and programme management tasks here would include things like:
- Developing project plans using tools like Seavus Project Planner.
- Resource management activities to ensure that resources are working on the right things.
- Risk and issue management.
- Scheduling.
At this level you are actually 'doing the doing'. It is the next level down in detail from implementing corporate strategy, and here you get the job done. While at the Implement level you may have planned work (that supports the strategic objectives) here you carry it out. Project tasks at this level include things like:
- Completing and processing timesheets.
- Approving invoices.
- Using the change management process to authorise project changes.
- Status reporting.
- Documenting the outcome of meetings in the form of minutes.
- Catching up with people by phone for informal updates.
- Writing project documentation and taking this through the approval process.
As you can see, these tasks are very low level. But if they don't happen, neither do you projects! These tasks are the end result of a corporate strategy. If you are working on tasks at this level that don't roll up to support an Implement level activity, that in turn don't support a corporate task at the Strategise level, you have to ask yourself why you are bothering. All your work – at this level and the others – should support the corporate strategic objectives. If you are not clear on how your work helps the company achieve its goals, ask your manager! And don't make your project team work on things that will not fit with and support where you company wants to be.
The SIO model is a good way to see how corporate goals filter down into operational level tasks. In this way we can see how what we do day to day helps the company achieve its objectives. And we can also see if we are not doing things to help, and put a stop to those as necessary.
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Thank you for the response. Perhaps, we should ask Stanford on the details of the model since the creator knows best.


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Mar 8th 2011 8:22AM I was very disappointed as I have always casually played battlegrounds and saw them as a method of getting some recognition for doing well. I know it is not really straightforward to work out who has done well in a battleground, but it should be possible to hash together killing blows/damage/heals/objectives into some kind of score and award people conquest points and rating accordingly, say for the top 25% of participants.
Maybe that could sit alongside the fully arranged rated BGs, and the proper ones would award significantly more rating and points, but us casual BG players would still get a few conquest here and there.
I am GM of a good raiding guild, that rarely does PvP and we would really struggle to find 10 people on a non-raiding night. A few of us do arena and are passionate about PvP and it is frustrating to be locked out of the content in this way.
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Recycled Reads will include books and magazines for all ages. No library card will be required to borrow the materials. There are no fines or due dates. Individuals are asked to return the items whenever they're finished to the original locale.
Eric Button, Assistant Director of Branch Services, says, "Recycled Reads is yet another example of St. Louis County Library meeting people where they are by offering library services outside of our buildings."
SLCL has been increasing community outreach efforts in 2013, bringing the library to communities and individuals who might not otherwise be able to visit a branch. Recycled Reads makes reading convenient and accessible for those with busy schedules and precious little free time for recreational reading. The program will expand to additional sites throughout the county, visit www.slcl.org/recycled-reads for updates.
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Honors Program : Research
Research Projects of Recent Graduates:
Mandy Blankenship
Ms. Blankenship completed two capstone alternative independent research projects. The first, under the direction of Kevin Jones, was a paper that investigated the nature and extent of discrimination against female scientists throughout history. She then examined the extent to which gender biases can still be found in the scientific world today. Ms. Blankenship's second project explored William Golding's classic novel The Lord of the Flies as a conscious response to philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau's educational principles. Under the direction of Roman Zylawy.
Taylor Bryan
For his Honors senior capstone project, Mr. Bryan undertook a study of the American heavy metal subculture. Although this musical genre is frequently associated with violence and unrest and devalued as a legitimate form of musical expression, Mr. Bryan's research suggests that heavy metal has long served its practitioners (and their followers) as an important outlet for creativity, socialization, and political commentary. His resulting paper provided a history of heavy metal and carefully examined song lyrics as sites of reaction, commentary, and negotiation in relation to contemporary events. Under the direction of Eric Smith and Cindy Wilkey.
Tiffany Carter
For one of her capstone alternative projects, Ms. Carter designed and created costumes for a Seven Deadly Sins processional performance at the UVa-Wise Medieval/Renaissance Conference. Under the direction of John Mark Adrian and Kenneth Tiller. Ms. Carter's second project focused on developing curriculum for teaching Italian Renaissance architecture to elementary school children. Under the co-direction of Jeff Cantrell and John Mark Adrian, she created innovative lesson plans on the classical elements, mathematical basis, and modern impact of Renaissance buildings.
Zachary Holcomb
Mr. Holcomb completed two capstone alternative independent research projects. The first was a reflective journal that he kept during a short-term study abroad trip to the United Kingdom. For the second project, Mr. Holcomb used a Science and Religion honors course as a springboard for investigating the relationship between these two modes of thinking in the minds of UVa-Wise students. Along with classmate Ashley Blaylock (and under the guidance of Witold Wolny), they developed a survey, collected data, and then analyzed and interpreted the different models (and their prevalence) here on campus.
Jessica Shartouny
For one of her capstone alternative projects, Ms. Shartouny conducted a scientific analysis of an algae bloom in an on-campus lake. She studied the algae, ran a range of water quality tests, discovered factors contributing to the algae's proliferation, and made treatment recommendations. Under the direction of Kristine Hoffman. Ms. Shartouny's second project, completed under the guidance of Patrick Withen, investigated the views and attitudes of UVa-Wise students and local residents towards the Middle East. After designing a survey and conducting extensive interviews in the area, Ms. Shartouny created a video presentation that synthesized and sought to explain her results.
Laura Stamper
Ms. Stamper's first capstone alternative project examined how the University of Padua became one of the world's leading scientific and medical universities during the Renaissance. Her resulting paper looked closely at Padua's curriculum, pedagogy, and groundbreaking anatomy theatre. She also gave an oral presentation to her classmates just prior to their touring the University on a study abroad trip to Italy. Under the direction of John Mark Adrian. For her second project, Ms. Stamper investigated the sophisticated camouflage systems of the cephalopod family. Under the guidance of Robin Woodard, Ms. Stamper studied the latest discoveries in sensory biology and behavioral ecology, synthesizing these results into a paper that set forth the physiological "secrets" of these remarkably adaptive creatures.
Dakota Thomas
For his Honors senior capstone project, Mr. Thomas tested part of the Liberal Peace Theses to see if there is a correlation between the amount that a country spends on domestic social welfare programs and the likelihood that that country will engage in military action. His methodology involved a statistical analysis (of states capable of international military action) of three main categories: military actions since 1980, percent of GDP used for social welfare, and percent of GDP used on military expenses (with control variables). Ultimately, Mr. Thomas found evidence for an inverse relationship between social welfare spending and military action and was able to suggest reasons as to why this might be the case. Under the direction of Eric Smith and Patrick Withen.
Stephanie Cooperstein
Ms. Cooperstein explored the emerging field of gamification (the application of video game techniques to non-gaming contexts). In particular, she examined the ways in which video game technology might be deployed in educational settings to motivate students and increase academic performance. Ms. Cooperstein first identified the factors that draw people to particular games, sustain their interest, and "reward" their efforts. She then tried to connect these dynamics to known patterns of student behavior and motivation in the classroom. In doing so, she fruitfully combined cutting edge research from the fields of both computer science and education. Under the direction of Daniel Ray and Jewell Askins.
Barklie Estes
Mr. Estes investigated the recent furor over SOPA (Stop Online Piracy Act) and PIPA (Protect Intellectual Property Act)—two of the most popularly debated legislative movements in recent U.S. history. Using his academic training in economics and political science, Mr. Estes sought to cut through the impassioned rhetoric of the bills' supporters and opponents. Instead, he carefully read and studied the bills in their entirety, and then attempted to analyze their real legislative consequences and economic implications. Finally, Mr. Estes used these insights to make his own recommendations regarding these bills (and future bills like them). Under the direction of Zafar Khan and Eric Smith.
Jordan Begley
Ms. Begley brought the critical tools of Communication Studies to bear on Jane Austen's classic novel Pride and Prejudice. By looking at everything from characters' interpersonal communications to parenting styles, Ms. Begley forged new insights into the dynamics of the Bennet family. Ultimately, she argues that the parenting styles of both Mr. and Mrs. Bennet have a profound effect on the personalities—and marriage prospects—of each of the four Bennet daughters. Completed under the direction of Rachel Tighe and Christopher Scalia.
Joshua Fleenor
For one of his capstone alternative projects, Mr. Fleenor developed an alter-ego, Miss Joshua Patricia Ray, a self-described "unapproachable, loquacious, and foul-mouthed hillbilly" who is also the lead singer of a rock band. Then, using a combination of theatre and music, Miss Joshua performed her amazing life story in front of a campus audience. Mr. Fleenor's second project focused on homosexual identity in American culture and looked closely at how the creation of identity categories "normalize" and assimilate some gay individuals but further marginalize others. He was assisted by Michael Hunt in conducting a forum to further explore these issues.
Tamara Haack
Ms. Haack completed two capstone alternative independent research projects. The first was a paper, completed under the guidance of Roman Zylawy, that analyzes Ender Wiggin as a redeemer figure in Ender's Game. For the second project, Ms. Haack explored the different mediums—play, novel, film—used to present the story of Peter Pan. Working with Marla Weitzman, Ms. Haack was particularly interesting in assessing which themes get modified (and why) as this classic story is adapted to different audiences and different purposes.
Chelsea Ratliff
Ms. Ratliff graduated in May 2011 and completed two capstone alternative independent projects over the summer. The first was a short story that blended historical fact and fictional embellishment to dramatize the role that the aging statesmen Henry Clay, Daniel Webster, and John C. Calhoun played in the Compromise of 1850. Under the direction of Brian McKnight. Her second project, guided by Matt Harvey, was a paper tracing the evolving relationship between astrology and geometry throughout various stages of Western civilization. Ms. Ratliff ultimately argued that astrology's decline from legitimate academic discipline to disreputable pseudoscience first occurred as a function of the changing nature of this relationship.
Allie Robinson
Ms. Robinson's first capstone alternative project focused on the many extant ghost stories associated with the UVa-Wise campus. After writing down these largely oral tales, she worked with anthropologist Wendy Welch to assess the cultural meaning of such stories (i.e. what these particular stories suggest about us as a campus community). For her second project, Ms. Robinson kept a reflective journal during the first few weeks of her current job as a reporter with the Bristol Herald Courier—a rare opportunity to compare the theory of the journalistic classroom with the practice of actual reporting. Under the direction of Michael McGill.
Joel Sprinkle
Working alongside classmate Chris Stamper, Mr. Sprinkle conducted a movie riffing project in the vein of Mystery Science Theatre. This project, focusing on the movie Cherry 2000, blended together such disparate disciplines as theatre, filmmaking, creative writing, and social satire and culminated in a public viewing of the final product. The second project, a graphic novella written and illustrated by Mr. Sprinkle, was completed under the direction of David Constable.
Chris Stamper
Working alongside classmate Joel Sprinkle, Mr. Stamper conducted a movie riffing project in the vein of Mystery Science Theatre. This project, focusing on the movie Cherry 2000, blended together such disparate disciplines as theatre, filmmaking, creative writing, and social satire and culminated in a public viewing of the final product. For his second capstone alternative project, Mr. Stamper sought to elucidate the complex interworkings of the human immune system by writing a nautically-themed allegory. The two projects were assisted by John Mark Adrian and Robin Woodard, respectively.
Bruce Blansett
Mr. Blansett applies a scientific lens to Charles Chesnutt's well-known literary work, The Conjure Woman and Other Tales (1899). In particular, he shows how the stories use magic and the supernatural to first invoke but ultimately to satirize the widely-accepted 19th Century belief in the scientifically-rationalized inferiority of African Americans. In doing so, he adds immeasurably to our understanding of this surprisingly subversive text.
Jade Bolling
Ms. Bolling completed two capstone alternative independent research projects. The first was a reflective journal that she maintained during a study abroad experience at Oxford University. For the second project, Ms. Bolling sought to facilitate her own growth as a poet. Working independently with UVa-Wise professors, she explored the sources of her poetic inspiration, learned how to rigorously revise her verses, and eventually produced a body of original poems.
Kevin Fowler
Mr. Fowler's project traces the impact of Ergot—a plant pathogen that affects agricultural grasses such as rye, wheat, and barley—on the development of Western civilization. The severe neurological and vascular effects produced by Ergot have impacted historical developments as diverse as the geopolitics of medieval Europe, LSD and 1960s counter culture, and the French Revolution. Mr. Fowler's careful blending of science and history reveals the interconnectedness of knowledge and the necessity of understanding the smallest details that can affect human progress.
Marissa Jones
Ms. Jones explores antebellum black spirituals and the various meanings that they had for those who sung them. By examining the music, lyrics, and particular biblical stories that the spirituals were based on, she uncovers a covert rhetoric of independence that functioned to provide strength and guidance to the enslaved.