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|Publication number
|Publication type
|Application number
|Publication date
|Jul 4, 1989
|Filing date
|Jan 13, 1988
|Priority date
|Feb 7, 1986
|Fee status
|Publication number
|Robert J. Abend
|Original Assignee
|Harris Corporation
|Export Citation
|BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan
|Patent Citations (48), Non-Patent Citations (2), Referenced by (26), Classifications (15), Legal Events (5)
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet
This is a divisional of application Ser. No. 827,285, filed Feb. 7, 1986, which is a continuation-in-part of abandoned U.S. Ser. No. 767,703, filed Aug. 22, 1985, which is a continuation of abandoned U.S. Ser. No. 553,115, filed Nov. 18, 1983.
The present invention relates generally to packaged integrated circuits, and more specifically to a scheme for substantially increasing the number of input and output ports for a packaged integrated circuit.
With the ability to form denser circuits on, for example, LSI and VLSI, the number of input and output ports which must be provided exceeds the present integrated circuit assembly technology. The die or wafer in which the circuits are built, presently are connected on the chip by interconnects to bond pads available on the periphery of the chip. Thus, the number of bond pads are limited by the peripheral dimension of the chip taking into consideration required minimum spacing between bond pads and minimum bond pas area. Also, the requirement to run interconnects from the circuits displaced from the periphery of the die to the bond pads place design restraints on the integrated circuit layout as well as producing undesirable capacitance and increase resistance. Similarly, with the present technology, the method of connecting the bond pads to the external pins via bonded wires limited the pin count as well as pin reliability. As the pin count moves upward of 100 pins, a very small error rate in the bond wires at increased pin counts will become undesirable and approach asymtotically zero.
To overcome the problems of the prior art and provide a substantially unlimited number of input-output ports for a packaged integrated circuit, it is proposed that optical input and output ports be provided throughout the integrated circuit. This does not limit the input output ports of the periphery of the integrated circuit and also substantially reduces the interconnects running across the circuit. Similarly, reliability or yield of the packaged integrated circuits is increased. The integrated circuit includes a polycrystalline support material having single crystalline silicon regions in the surface and electro-optical conversion material regions also in the surface. The circuits of the integrated circuit are formed in the silicon regions and the transmitting and receiving means are built in the electro-optical conversion material regions. Alternatively, the receiving means may be formed in single crystal silicon regions. The integrated circuit die is mounted into the base of a housing and the lid of the housing, which includes apertures and optical conduits, is aligned to the transmitting and receiving means on the die before the lid is secured to the body of the housing. The optical conduits are spaced from the die surface and have a length equal to the thickness of the lid. This assures alignment of the conduit to the die. Electrical conductors may be provided exterior the housing for power inputs.
A method of assembly includes providing a plurality of alignment optical signal emitting devices on the die or wafer, mounting the wafer in the base of the housing, providing a corresponding plurality of alignment optical signal conduits in the lid, activating the plurality of alignment optical signal emitting devices and aligning the corresponding optical signal conduits with respective alignment optical signal emitting devices before securing the lid to the base.
The method of fabrication the monolithic integrated circuit having the electro-optical material and single crystalline silicon in the surface of a polycrystalline support includes forming trenches in the first surface of a wafer of electro-optical conversion material and covering the first surface and trench with a containment layer. The trenches are then overfilled with polycrystalline silicon material and electro-optical conversion material is removed from a second side of the wafer opposite the first surface to a level exposing the polycrystalline silicon in the trenches. Selective portions of the polycrystalline silicon is converted to single crystalline silicon. Active devices are formed in the electro-optical conversion material and the single crystalline silicon. The polycrystalline silicon is converted to single crystal silicon by the use of a laser. The top surface of the electro-optical material being a compound of gallium is covered by a containment layer during the device formations in the single crystal silicon.
The use of optical transmission reception between integrated circuits is known as shown by Barrett et al. in U.S. Pat. No. 3,486,029. The two discreet interconnected circuits are mounted on adjacent printed circuit boards, namely - discreet unpackaged device. Other forms of photo-optical interconnection is described in Jayan in U.S. Pat. No. 4,041,475. This shows a memory system having optical transmitters and receivers in each cell location using a laser to selectively scan the surface to the appropriate location. Thus, Javan uses optical communications in lieu of addressing to read and write in discreet locations of an expanded or non-housed integrated circuit. Optical communication between regions on a gallium arsenide chip and to regions off the chip is illustrated by Fang et al. in U.S. Pat. No. 4,274,104.
Although the patents of the prior art shows optical communication on and to and from an integrated circuit, it fails to recognize the ability to use optical connectors to substantially increase the input-output ports on a packaged integrated circuit as well as providing the structure and method of fabricating the unique integrated circuit.
Other objects, advantages and novel features of the present invention will become apparent from the following detailed description of the invention when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
FIG. 1 is a cross-section of an integrated circuit in a housing according to the principles of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a top view of the integrated circuit and housing of FIG. 1 of the lid removed.
FIGS. 3 through 5 are cross-sections of a wafer illustrating a method of fabrication according to the principles of the present invention.
As illustrated in FIG. 1, a wafer die 10 is received in a housing 12 which includes a body portion 14 having a cavity 16 therein and a lid 18. The die 10 has a plurality of light receiving and light transmitting areas 20 distributed throughout the surface of the die 10. The lid 18 includes a plurality of apertures 22 having a corresponding plurality of optical conduits 24 having approximately the same length as the thickness of the lid 18. The optical conduits 24 correspond to and align with the optical transmitting and receiving areas 20 on the die. A bundle 11 of light conducting fibers is aligned and secured to the lid 18 by an optical connector shown here as collar 13. The spacing of the fibers in bundle 11 correspond with the apertures 22 and optical conduits 24 in the lid 18.
In the embodiment illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2, power leads 26 are connected to the die 10 and to external electrical contacts 28 on the exterior of the housing 12. Although this is shown as edge contact, the external contacts 28 may also be pins or other types of connectors depending upon the hardware with which it is to be used. Also, it should be noted that the power and ground may be provided to the die 10 by optical means in low power circuits. In addition to the optical receiving and transmitting ares 20, the die 10 includes a plurality of active circuit devices (not shown). As is evident from FIG. 2, the number of input and output ports art not limited by the periphery of the chip and since the input and output ports 20 are located throughout the chip, the length and number of interconnects are reduced which reduces resistance and capacitance as well as design restraints.
The method of assembly includes mounting the die 10 within the cavity 16 of the body portion 14 of the housing 12. Power is applied to external contacts 28 which will activate a plurality, preferably four light transmitting areas 20 on the surface of the die 10. The lid 18 having light conduits 24 mounted therein is then positioned over the wafer 10 until a corresponding plurality of light conduits 24, preferably four, are aligned with the four light emitting regions 20 on the die. Once this alignment is achieved, the lid 18 is secured to the body 14 of the housing. By aligning the light conduits 24 to the light emitting or transmitting ares 20 on the die, the positioning of the die 10 within the caity 16 of the body 14 is not critical. Also, this will allow for tolerance in the manufacture of the lid 18 relative to the body 14.
For a typical example, the light emitting and transmitting areas 20 will have a cross-sectional area of 1 to 4 mils and the optical conduits 24 can be fiber optics having a diameter of 4.5 mils. Light conduits 24 may either be inserted through apertures 22 in lid 18 or the lid 18 may be formed about the light conduits 24. The lid 18 is as close as possible to the wafer 10 so as to minimize optical crosstalk. Preferably the spacing should be less than one or two mils. Since optical conduits are not sufficiently rigid to assure alignment with the light receiving and transmitting areas 20, the length of the optical conduits 24 are the same as the width of the lid 18. This aligns the axis of the optical conduits 24 to the lid and the lid is a aligned to the die 10, this alignment of the optical conduits 24 to the light receiving and transmitting areas 20. To mechanically set the optical conduits by engaging the die or special alignment structure as in the prior art, requires extra processing and structure as well as cumbersome procedures.
The method of fabricating the integrated circuit having active circuit devices formed in single crystalline silicon and light transmitting devices in a compound of gallium provided in a polycrystalline support is illustrated in FIGS. 3 through 5. The process of fabrication begins with the formation of trenches 34 in surface 31 of a gallium substrate 30 which has a mask layer 32 thereon. The trenches 34 may be formed by etching which includes reactive ion etching, as well as wet chemical etching. The gallium substrate 30 may preferably be a gallium arsenide or a gallium phosphide substrate. Although the trenches 34 illustrated are substantially rectangular, they may be V-shaped, depending upon the crystalline orientation of the surface 31. The resulting structure is illustrated in FIG. 3.
The mask layer 32 is removed and the surface 31 as well as the surface of the trenches 34 are coated with a containment layer 36. The containment layer is used to prevent out diffusion of the impurities from the gallium compound 30 during the high temperature manufacturing steps. Such an out diffusion seriously effects the electro-optical characteristics of the gallium compound 30. Containment layer 36 is preferably silicon nitride, although silicon dioxide may be used. As an example, the containment layer 36 or silicon nitride may have a thickness in the range of 5,000 Angstroms to 10,000 Angstroms.
Following the application of the silicon nitride layer 36, the trenches are overfilled with polycrystalline silicon to form the support layer 38 as illustrated in FIG. 4. The gallium substrate 30 is removed from its surface 39 down to a line 40 which will expose the polycrystalline silicon material 38 in the trenches 34. This removal may be by grinding, wet etch, dry etch or electro-chemical etching or any combination thereof.
Portions of the polycrystalline silicon 38 at surface 40 are converted to single crystalline silicon using, for example, laser refinement. The laser is scanned to the appropriate areas to refine the polycrystalline silicon to single crystal large grain structures. A Q switched YAG laser with a wave length of 1.064 micrometers having an energy level of 100 milliwatts/square centimeter applied as a 150 nano second pulse, stepped at a distance of 20 micrometers and a repetition rate of 4 kilohertz will produce the required refinement. The resulting single crystal silicon regions 42 are illustrated in FIG. 5.
The gallium compound regions 30, in the polycrystalline support 38, are next covered with a containment layer 44, preferably silicon nitride. This layer is then patterned to expose the single crystal layers 42. The appropriate devices are formed in the single crystal silicon layer 40 using well known methods. Subsequent to the device formations in the single crystal layer 41, the top containment layer 44 is patterned to allow the formation of electro-optical transmitting devices in the gallium compound regions 30. It should be noted that electro-optical receiving devices may be formed either in the single crystalline regions 42 or in the gallium compound regions 30.
The appropriate layers of insulation are provided and surface interconnects are provided between the appropriate circuits in the single crystal silicon regions 42 and the electro-optical transmitting devices in the gallium layer 30.
It should be noted that the use of silicon nitride as a containment layer 36 and especially as the surface containment layer 44 is preferred since oxide is used as an insulative as well as a masking layer for the single crystal silicon regions 42. Thus, the etchants used in forming masks as well as vias to the single crystal silicon regions 42 will not affect the silicon nitride layers 36 and 44 and thus their integrity as a containment layer is not jeopardized during the high temperature processing.
Other methods may be used to form an integrated circuit or wafer having a polysilicon support structure with single crystalline and gallium compound regions formed therein. Although such other methods may be used, the aforementioned method is preferred since it includes the fewest number of steps. The devices formed in the single crystal silicon region 42 are isolated from each other by junction isolation. Alternatively, using another method, dielectric isolation may be provided between the polysilicon support 38 and the single crystal silicon regions 42.
From the preceding description of the preferred embodiments, it is evident that the objects of the invention are attained, and although the invention has been described and illustrated in detail, it is to be clearly understood that the same is by way of illustration and example only and is not to be taken by way of limitation. The spirit and scope of this invention are to be limited only by the terms of the appended claims.
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|U.S. Classification
|International Classification
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|Jan 4, 1993
|Fee payment
Year of fee payment: 4
|Jan 3, 1997
|Fee payment
Year of fee payment: 8
|Sep 27, 1999
Owner name: INTERSIL CORPORATION, FLORIDA
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|Jan 3, 2001
|Fee payment
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farming, agriculture, husbandry(noun)
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- Year Built: 1922
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It took us up to the common above Llanfihangel and up the Nant Bran. I was preoccupied with making more than 250 records so it is mainly thanks to Sue that there are pictures of the great views and plants we saw.
Field-rose, Rhosyn gwyllt gwyn or Rosa arvensis
(still readily identifiable at this time of year from the long style remnant)
(still readily identifiable at this time of year from the long style remnant)
Hop Trefoil, Meillionen hopysaidd or Trifolium campestre
Red Bartsia, Gorudd or Odontites vernus
The Beacons in the distance
We also saw a wide range of Waxcap fungi on the high common including this one:
Pink Waxcap or Ballerina Waxcap, Hygrocybe calyptriformis
Inspecting another Waxcap:
When nearly back at the car we inspected some hillside springs and found several boggy ground specialists including this which I photographed:
Marsh-bedstraw, Briwydd y gors or Galium palustre


text: I'm in a fantasy football league with a bunch of other ISU alumni, and we're looking to introduce a last-place trophy. I went online to try and track down the oft-chided Gene Chizik coin and they're surprisingly difficult to find (perhaps ISU did a little work to make them disappear?) Anyway if anyone has one of these beauties, or knows someone who does, feel free to post or PM me. Not sure there could be much of a market for these things.


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November 2, 2011
I arrived home from Occupy Wall Street exhausted but exhilarated. I was delighted to find that our fledgling Occupy Nevada County was organizing new working groups and expanding its outreach into the community. I rested for a day or so, then got to work, writing, attending meetings, demonstrating, organizing, and speaking publicly about my time in New York.
A high point was a "Move to Amend" public gathering on November 9 that I had organized before I left, focused on amending the constitution to abolish corporate personhood and overturn the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision, which allows unlimited corporate funds to flow into election campaigns. The gathering was co-sponsored by several local groups, coordinated with national groups, and held simultaneously with over 200 similar gatherings around the country. The campaign is ongoing (see movetoamend.org.) A great short film about this issue is "Citizens United vs. the FEC" (at www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5kHACjrdEY).
So now, it's back to balance, to continuing those practices that enable me to stay grounded and follow the leading of the Spirit moment by moment. It's challenging, with family commitments and holidays coming, deadlines for articles, and a seemingly endless array of opportunities to contribute to the growing momentum of the movement for radical political, social, and economic change.
Many of us have been working on various social and environmental issues for years, making connections between issues (just follow the money), but only to see the overall situation getting worse and worse. But now, it's as if a "Great Awakening" is taking place, with people waking up to the extremity of our situation. The Occupy Wall Street movement has flipped a switch, turned on the light, awakened people not only to the insanity and destructiveness of the current system, but also to the "power of the people" to change the conversation and to rise up together to call for justice. I am immersing myself in this movement, offering what I can and learning what I can. This is no time to sit on the sidelines—there is too much at stake, by every measure. And at last there is an energetic, grassroots, hope-filled movement made up of autonomous groups in various locales rising up spontaneously around the world.
Working to build a strong local Occupy movement is not as exciting or dramatic as a two-week immersion experience in New York, but it seems necessary, fulfilling, and real. What great new friends I am making. Some I have known before, some I have not, but we are mutually engaged in community building and organizing through direct democracy in new ways.
I find the Occupy movement to be filled with inspiration and hope for global transformation. I see God working through this movement in our time. Surely the Love that brought the Universe into existence is pulling for us, drawing us into a future that is peaceful, just, and sustainable, where mutual caring replaces greed and exploitation, where global cooperation replaces systems of domination and violence, where protection of ecosystems and species replaces the degradation of the natural world. May it be so, and may I be so fortunate as to participate in its coming.


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Facial palsy can make it more difficult to brush your teeth on the affected side and food may accumulate in your cheek when eating without you being aware. A combination of food residue after meals and less efficient oral hygiene may increase your risk of tooth decay and gum disease. It is important to clean your teeth or rinse your mouth after eating to make sure there is no food residue left in your mouth which could cause decay.
In addition some causes of facial palsy may be associated with a reduced saliva production which can lead to a dry mouth. One important function of saliva is to protect the teeth so when less saliva is produced your teeth will become more vulnerable to decay. It is therefore important to visit your dentist more regularly to help prevent unnecessary damage to your teeth and gums.
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Discussion in 'Android Devices' started by goku17, Sep 29, 2010.
how to silent sound when taking photo? anyone knows this please help!
This is a default setting and there doesn't seem to be a way to do it on certain configurations. Someone suggested it was because of privacy laws in certain countries so that people know you are taking pictures.
Some people have got a silent option in shutter sound, I am in the UK on Tmobile and I don't. Even in the paid for Vignette app (which is very good btw) I have an option to silence the shutter but it doesn't work.
Hi there, I am on at&t in the US. While in the camera, I can go menu > advanced settings > shutter sound and I get 4 options and one of them is "silent ", I just tried it and it worked.
i'm in the uk and on t-mobile - my camara can be silenced - stock and vignette.
I'm in the uk and tried several apps that claimed to have silent shutter but like rose red, they didn't work. The only one I have found that does work is
Silent Camera - Android app on AppBrain
The problem with this app is it is very basic and you lose a lot of settings, even zoom is gone.
If you go into the service menu and press
Menu Back Back Menu
Back Menu Menu Back
What info do you have on service info...
Model Info: X10i, UK, T-Mobile
Software Info: Software Version 1227-4612_R2BA026 GENERIC
System Version 1227-4607_R2BA026 GENERIC
Boot Version 1225-9698_8
Customisation Versiom 1238-8324_R8A
Content Version PB10
Is there something different between our two Tmobile handsets.
It doesn't bother me that I have the sound, it just bothers me that other people can turn their off and I can't
I think that everyone has been on tenterhooks waiting to hear where a SE X10i on South Africa's MTN network stands on this issue.
Well, wait no more, because I am here to tell you that via the CAMERA > ADVANCED SETTING > SHUTTER SOUND > OFF procedure...
There is no shutter sound. Eet ees silent!
Bring forth the clandestine photography in the unisex changing rooms!
(not really, obviously) (cough)
Bah humbug 6000, I really want to do clandestine photography at innappropriate times but my dumb smartphone won't let me
Count yourself lucky that you have the elusive off button.
The end of a cotton-wool ear bud, dampened slightly and inserted into the speaker of your X10, then secured in place with duct tape and fabric sticking plaster may muffle the sound enough for you to go all p0rno paparazzi...
Now - back to finding a cure for cancer.
I am also in the UK and on T-Mobile, and I too cannot silence the shutter sound, even with 3rd party apps
DO you use the stock camera app?
Then just open the app, MENU -> Advanced settings -> Shutter sound ->OFF
You will have now a silent camera and take sneaky pictures...
Edit:Oops.. just read that 6000 gave the answer first
On my Norwegian no-brand X10i I get Peeping-Tom mode. Stuck to my shoe and auto-shoot next.
on uk voda and I have the silent option on mine.. peeping tom mode sounds cool... shall be tried LOL
You are all very bad boys! But its only cos I'm jealous.... stamps feet 'I want an off button too Mummy!'
Hey ROSERED
My silent mode works
Model Info: X10i, UK, T-Mobile
Software Info: Software Version 1227-4612_R2BA026 GENERIC
System Version 1227-4607_R2BA026 GENERIC
Boot Version 1226-2253 R8A013
Customisation Version 1235-7379_R9A
Content Version PB10
Is my software version - again on T-Mob UK (although NOT a locked T-Mob handset as i get all mine at Carphone Warehouse)
Simply cos my other half works for them and get staff discount
Our customisation versions are different. Maybe that's the culprit. How annoying. I shall have to carry on using my Cannon DSLR with super long range telefoto lense to do my sneak pics!
**hides behind nearest tree**
what is this..??
how do i do it
From the unlock screen press the menu (left silver key) or back (right silver key) in given sequence. You can test stuff in there too just to make sure its working, so you can then narrow things down to software/hardware issues.
thanks again...
looks like u helped me in almost every problems i have rosered
Model Info: X10i, France, Customized FR
I bought my mobby from tinterweb and i knew it was from france - but what exactly does the above mean?


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Members of the election commission had complained to state election officials that administrative assistant Angie Vittatoe's registration of a campaign website for the county road supervisor, former state Rep. Dennis Ferguson, was a violation of the state's "Little Hatch Act," which prohibits state employees from participating in partisan elections.
"Not only is it two days suspension without pay, this will probably result in her having to work an additional month at the end of her state employment in order to reach fully vested retirement," 9th District Attorney General Russell Johnson wrote to Drew Rawlins, executive director of the state Bureau of Election Ethics and Campaign Finance.
Johnson also wrote that after review of the relevant legal statutes he does not believe there was a violation of the "Little Hatch Act."
"Merely going through the process of acquiring a domain name for a candidate does not constitute campaign advertising," he said.
Johnson described Vittatoe's actions as "a lapse in judgment," and said he was accepting responsibility. Johnson's letter also described other allegations of election misconduct that often come before his office, including technical campaign violations such as failing to put the "Paid For By" disclosure on signs.
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Hi Lori
sorry you're having a bad day. I know how it feels to just not have it in ya to get through the day. I'm sure EVERYONE on the forum can relate to that and sends you their empathy on days like today.
Quick easy meals are always a good idea. When I'm feeling extra good I try to make something freezible for days when I'm not feeling so sharp.
I had to chuckle when I read the part where you mentioned the heat in the break room... as I'm freezing my tail off here in Indiana. We'll be having blizzard conditions here for the next couple of days, with a windchill factor of 15-20 below zero. Wish you and I could find a happy medium with the temps. huh? Though it does seem that we fibromites can't take extremes in weather too well.
Try to take it slow, take some deep breathes, maybe some decafe tea and get some sleep. You need it.
Warm hugs,
How you keep up with all you do, I don't know! You have your hands full and when you're not feeling well that just makes everything seem doubly hard. I hope you can take some time for yourself and as the others said "relax" & "rest"! Don't just try to take some time, make some time, you deserve it!
It seems funny that you are sitting there warm and here in central Illinois we have very cold temperatures and -5 to -15 below wind chills coming up for the next 3 days.
Your idea about the cane I understand. I am getting me one and I am even picking up a small stool for my shower because my balance isn't to great anymore and I usually can't stand that long without hurting. Before long, my home will look like my grandma's used to and I'm sure my mom will tease me the next time she comes to visit. lol
Hope you get to feeling better and you can slow down a bit and take care of yourself.
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Unanswered: How can I connect access database to sql srvr compact edition
Hi All,
I am trying to achieve something that might not even be possible. I want to understand women's brains. Hmm..no, never mind....hahaha
At my work we have to use a program called "cold" (dont ask why its called cold) to log everyday calls as cases. Each case would have its own info case#, date, time etc etc.
I am pretty sure cold uses sql server desktop edition to store data since each time I upgrade cold I have to first install sql server compact edition and then the program.
I would like to link my Access database to that sql server specially where the data is being stored and then once data is in Access, I can easily minipulate it however I want.
I have tried for last 3 days looking for examples/articles on how can I connect/link and retrieve the data but for some reason I cant connect it.
I think sql server is V3.5
My question is: how can I connect my access database to the sql server compact edition?
Any help is appreciated.
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You might want to try by creating a new Access Data Project (ADP). Make sure to create one that uses Existing Data. Then the wizard should ask you which data source you want to connect to.
I have the Express version loaded on my system and the server is ComputerName\SQLExpress (substitute computer name with your actual computername). That is known as the SQL Server Instance.
You can also look into connection string for use with the ODBC driver for SQL Server. You can either create a DSN that stores the connection string or set the ConnectionString property of a Connection object to the connections string. That way you and create a linked table.
The final thing you can try is loading SQL Server Management Studio. That is the GUI for SQL Server. It allows you to run queries and manage database objects.
But... I would imagine that they have the database secured. If so you will probably need to know a username and password to connect to it.


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While launching the mascot for the forthcoming Lusofonia Games, scheduled in Goa in Jan 2014, Milkha Singh was quoted as saying, "Sachin should be made sports minister so that he can work for the betterment of sports. Only a sportsman will work sincerely and with dedication for the cause of sport."
Milkha, who is also known as Flying Singh, also claimed that hockey legend Dhyan Chand deserved the Bharat Ratna honour "before anyone else". However, he has never thought of Bharat Ratna being conferred to him.
Only a sportsman will work sincerely and with dedication for the cause of sport
"It is something that I have never given any thought to, to be honest. However, one person who deserved the Bharat Ratna before anyone else was Dhyan Chand," he said.
"Dhyan Chands contribution to the field of sport remains unparallelled," Singh added. Singh, along with tennis player Sania Mirza, unveiled the mascot and torch for the Lusofonia games in a glittering ceremony held this evening.
The clamour for Bharat Ratna award for Dhyan Chand has been on for some time.
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- Date of passing: Dec 27, 2012
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This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Colleen Houser, 60, born on July 3, 1952 and passed away on December 27, 2012. We will remember her forever.
Colleen's legacy is her three daughters, Christie, Alexis and Alyssa, who represent all the good that their mom did in this world. Colleen never wanted children when she married. She said she wanted puppies. Fifteen years after I met the love of my life, at the age of thirty-seven, Colleen had her first girl and at the age of forty she had twin girls. Colleen had created her girls army who taught me how to navigate and survive the ever changing world of the estrogen jungle. The girls were Colleen's greatest gift to me after her never wavering love for me.
Her Loving Husband,
A memorial service for Colleen will be held Sunday, June 9th, 2013 from 12 noon till 3 pm at the Pen Ryn Estate and Belle Voir Manor located at 1601 State Road, Bensalem, PA 19020. (215) 633-0600. RSVP Steve Houser at firstname.lastname@example.com.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to St Jude Childrens Research Hospital in Colleen's name. To make a donation by credit card please follow the directions in the attached link. http://www.stjude.org/donatenow
The mailing address is 501 St Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105 and the toll free phone number is 1-800-822-6364.
"Thanks Col. You left me better and you still make me smile!"
"So time marches on for the living and on days like these anniversaries it is filled with bittersweet memories of those who have passed before us. Colleen would not want us to spend one second on the bitter and instead, a fitting tribute to her life would be focusing on the sweet.
Every day is a blessing and should be treated with care and respect. This day and those that follow offer us opportunities to do good and be good. Think of the good you have received and the good you can offer this day. Focus on selfless giving.
Finally, keep the perspective that today may be the last step of your life's journey or the first step to appreciating what life has to offer.
This is the legacy that Colleen left me and my family and I thank God for bringing her in to my life."
"We miss and think about Colleen often. Wow, how time marches on. I truly can't believe she's been gone so long. Her laugh was tremendous , and could fill a room with joy. Her legacy is truly her wonderful girls, who are outstanding individuals, and are living lives with their moms watchful eye and tender heart. Steve....she's watching you too!!!! Xo
Deezala and Artoro"
"What did the shrink say when a man clothed only in Saran Wrap walked into his office?
Clearly I can see your nuts!
Still following orders and having fun. Miss ya and your stupid jokes. They were always funny coming from you."
"Happy Birthday Col!"
"Happy 62nd baby! You left us far too soon yet your legacy lives on in all of us her were graced with your love. Missing you just doesn't come close to how we feel. Looking forward to seeing you again.
"I love ya Col!
You did it right. I can't remember any of the phone calls over the last few years where we weren't laughing. No matter how serious or troubled I was when I called, you always turned it. I am still celebrating my incredible good fortune to be your brother. I need someone to tell me really stupid jokes in a way that makes them sound good.
What did the fish say when it hit the wall….. Dam
Where did George Washington keep his armies….In his sleevies, (thank you for laughing at my inability to understand why this was funny)"
"I look at my daughters and I see and hear Colleen. I am surrounded by photos of Colleen and my family everyday. I am so thankful for having her in my life for over forty years. Colleen was all a bout celebrating every day of life. As my daughter Lexi said the day she died, "She's not gone dad, she is right here." And we are right here too always thinking of you, always repeating your silly expressions and always feeling your love."
"I look at my daughters and I see and hear Colleen. I am surrounded by photos of Colleen and my family everyday. I am so thankful for having her in my life for over forty years. Colleen was all a bout celebrating every day of life. As my daughter Lexi said the day she died, "She's not gone dad, she is right here." And we are right here too always thinking of you, always repeating your silly expressions and always feeling your love."
"Thinking about one year anniversary since Colleen left us and reading
so many deserving tributes is a challenge to my waterproof mascara!
Then I hear "How do you keep the music playing?" which Colleen and
Steve sang at our 20th anniversary church wedding and "The Lord's
Prayer" and I just lost it. But the good news is as so many have
expressed ... Colleen is an angel keeping watch over her girls and Steve ..
and the rest of us who loved and admired her warmth, talents and courage.
With love and deep gratitude,
Barb and Ralph
xo xo"
"I thought about writing something on here and what that something would be before today, and much like this time last year, the writer is at a loss for words. I guess part of it is today isn't one of the times I've missed you most. That's not meant to seem insensitive by any means, but you always taught us to look on the bright side of everything. So it's then, in my brightest moments, I have the most to say to you. When I got my first writing job. When we were exploring Costa Rica. When it was time for Wilson's wedding. When I have a great night on the ice. When I learn a new guitar song. When mike and I go on an adventure discover a new place you would love. When koda does something ridiculous. Those are the times I miss you most. Because those are the times we would talk and laugh. When you would make funny comments on Facebook. When you would use that silly Yao Ming Mona Lisa rage face in our texts.
That's when I have something to write, although, I suppose by talking about those times, I've found exactly what to say here. You always did have a way of helping me figure things out on my own long before I realized what was happening.
I know you already know this but we are all doing fine down here. Missing you, of course, every minute of every day, but we are also living the lessons that you instilled in us. I vowed at New Years last year to be making big moves in honor of you, and I think I did a pretty good job of delivering on that promise and I'll do everything in my power to make sure you have a good show to watch this coming year too. Here's to hoping the beer and cider (although not the "rather dry" stuff) is flowing freely up there, I'm sure you're partying with grandma and aunt Judy, among others. We miss ya tons, but also know you're up there looking out for us every time we see a "Ray of freaking sunshine." Love you forever-
Your favorite oldest brat,
"I have been remembering so any flashbacks of you today Colleen. Remember the weekend our tag along friend Ronnie Moore washed our hair? Remember the many weekends we we're suppose to be babysitting? Remember the night we snuck out at cheerleading camp and met our boyfriends? Remember the bus trip to Missouri to meet our blind dates at Cathy's school dance? Remember your mom hauling us and everybody else around in that bus? Remember skateboarding on your front brick patio? Remember running down Rebbes lake boat dock and I grabbed pole while you jumped into water? (Sorry but I couldn't swim). Remember the snow storm on my wedding day and all the guys who volunteered to take you to the airport? Remember the watermelon at cheerleading camp? Remember all the hours you played songs on the organ in the sunken living room? Remember all the school musicals you always had major roles in? Remember the white go go boots? Remember the school dances in the old grade school building? Remember the hours folding clothes on the couch in the tv room? Thank you for being my friend and giving me all these memories. Your friend forever, Joyce"
"Three hundred fifty seven days isn't near enough to come to terms with the loss of my sister. the reach of her person was so long she never left my life even when we were far away. She lives inside me everyday and I hear her voice as if she was standing beside me. I love her so much I will never say good bye, I am so proud to call her family, sister , friend. I think about you everyday Colleen, well you know that. Rest well, your imprint on us will carry us far."
"We need more Colleen's in this world. She enjoyed every moment of each and every day and she was an inspiration to all who knew her. What a courageous individual. Her family was so important to her. She was a gracious woman filled with love. Memory of you will always be remembered. Charlie always thought you were the best!
Charlotte Walter"
"I am still having a difficult time accepting that Colleen isn;t with us.. What a pity that someone so caring and beatiful has gone ahead of those of us who are old enough to go. She was too young. God bless you Colleen and God bless Steve,Christie, Alexis & Alyssa. I love you and miss you, Colleen."
"(continued) Now, I picture her much the same - leaning over the pearly gates, looking down, making sure everything is in order, and smiling at the kids. She was a dear person and will be a great angel. To Steve, Christie, Lexi, and Lyssa: Sunday will be a wonderful day. XO"
"I love looking at the pictures of Colleen from her youth, but the picture I hold dear is my memory of her at our countless swim meets. It was at these that I remember Colleen, standing at the top of the stands, leaning over the railing, looking down, making sure everything was in order, and smiling at the kids. (continued)"
"When I think of Colleen, the line comes to mind, "There's nothing like a Dame!" She could pull off bawdy and feisty with class and elegance. I loved her quick wit. I remember sitting next to her at a comedy club. The comedian was okay, but Colleen's comments were hysterical. We laughed so hard, people stared at us to see what they missed. Colleen, Thank you for making me laugh till it hurt"
"What we know to be true about Coleen is that she was greatly loved by her family, that she had an infectious smile, and that she had a lovely, lovely voice. Gratefully her voice can still be heard. Thank you, Coleen."
"Colleen had such a huge influence on me, and on the mother that I became. I had the honor of watching her raise her "babies", and lovingly watched as she nursed twins! Never has there been a woman so devoted to her family. She inspired me and so many others. I am very thankful to God for bringing her into my life and being my friend when I very much needed one. She is forever missed."
"Colleen, Steve & I laughed together for a number of years. I have no idea at what. We'll do it all again some day.
"Mrs. Houser met me when I was a self-righteous, know-it-all pre-teen and she loved me anyway. From rides to swim practice to just offering us advice on just about anything, Mrs. Houser was always there to share a laugh, a hug, and sometimes a shoulder to cry on. I am so thankful and appreciative for her guidance and support throughout our relationship."
"Not a day goes by without my thinking of one of the sweetest and most patient people I have ever known. I miss that beautiful smile and quiet strength. As evidenced by her and Steve's beautiful daughters, Colleen's strength, beauty and creativity will live on. I wish much peace and comfort to those she loved so dearly."
""Miss me, but let me go, for this is a journey that we all must take."
We had so many "Good Times" together, listening to "Colleen and Friends". Then a wonderful, new chapter in your life, being a proud, caring, loving mother. We will miss you Colleen, but I know you are watching over us and at Peace. Our love and support to Steve."
"Christie was a student in my first 6th grade class at New Hope-Solebury. I enjoyed many afternoons when the dismissal bell rang, walking to Colleen's minivan and spending time chatting about school, her wonderful children and life. I am forever grateful to have taught her twins as well. More time to spend with Colleen. I really appreciated the invitation to dinner and into her family."
"Colleen and I met while following our dreams and love of music. Please turn on the sound when you visit this site. The songs I chose are my tribute to her."
"Colleen was my husband's older sister. I only saw her a handfull of times, but she always made me feel loved and valued when I did see her. She had a incredible warmth about her. She was so easy to talk to and I can still hear her laugh and feel her wonderful hugs."
"I knew Colleen better when we were kids, but after seeing her when she came to visit and comfort Judy, I could tell she had not changed a bit! She was full of fun, yet pragmatic; she was caring, but not smothering; she was not flashy, but she was the brightest star in a crowded room. I'll always remember her with love. Thank you, Steve, for giving her a beautiful family."
"Colleen kicks ass and she lives on in the incredible kids she produced and the husband she tamed. She had a great deal with getting me under control; I owe her a lot for that. Everyone liked her laugh, make sure it's contagious, make sure you pass it along. I miss her, and I celebrate her, and I can hear her laughing at the tears that make it hard to write this. "Silly Man" she'd say."
"I had the privilege of knowing Colleen for many years. Our most unique adventure happened in Denver. It developed in the aftermath of 9/11. The three of us wound up in a minivan and drove home. We had a great experience in those few days we spent driving across the country. I will always remember that. Colleen - you are missed! Love, Ed"
"Colleen taught me that love was the solution to any problem that I will ever have. She was a mother, a mentor, a playmate, a confidante and an inspiration to me. The world is a little less wonderful without her, but I am a better mother, wife, and friend because of her. Aunt Colleen, your love meant everything to me <3"
"(continued) Be assured that we will continue to remember her in our prayers so that her soul rests now in the Lord.
Paul and Bernadine Medwick"
"Dear Colleen,
Your legacy stretches far and wide as I am forever changed by your example. You showed me how to live each day fully – to live in the moment – despite great adversity. You showed all of us what true courage and strength looks like. But most of all you showed us what is important in this life – family, friends & faith.
Rest in Peace, Colleen, Well done!!"
"My wife, Judith Ann passed away on June 2nd., 2011. Coleen traveled half way across the U.S. to spend time with my wife at a time when she needed family support the most. Her visit with us was memorable. She lifted our spirites and made us laugh and unbenounced to any of us was fighting cancer herself.A woman with courage, I will never forget her,and look forward to seeing her again."
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Another memory I have is when she would "facetime" the girls at school on her ipad during treatment. She was so proud of her girls. Also proud that she learned how to navigate on facebook and tag them in pics. Heaven has a really beautiful fun angel.... Lov ya Col....Patti"
"Page 2-She did not want to go into the haunted house and did not feel up to drinking but wanted to go for the laughs and the ride. Unfortunately, Col did not feel up to it. We talked about how much fun she was all night and wished she was there. She loved a good time and we all LOVED her. She is always in my heart.xoxoxoxo
(p.s. I cannot leave a tribute in 6 lines-lol) Patti"
"I had the pleasure of meeting Colleen in a place she would rather have never come. However, we always joked that "if we met on the outside, we would be friends." Her smile and laugh lit up the infusion room. My best memory is when she wanted to come on a road trip with myself, the lab tech and secretary to a haunted house last Halloween. Cont'd"
"It had been a long time since I'd seen Colleen but my lasting memory is her laughter. Her laugh had a way of brightening up a room. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you."
"I don't think I ever met Colleen without her having a broad smile on her face and a hearty laugh. Her laughter was her music.My thoughts and best wishes go out to all those she left behind."
"Colleen we knew each for such a brief time on this earth, but your laughter I can still hear in my head. You were one of the happiest people I knew, always smiling and always happy. You will be deeply missed. I wish you peace...Kathy V"
"Colleen was as near a daughter as I could get without giving birth. I loved her dearly and will miss her forever. Margaret"
"A moving, beautiful and meaningful use of a website to memorialize the life of a person we didn't know, but wish we had. The premature passing of a loved one who has made a difference is an occasion for stopping and pondering what is important in this sparrow's flight we know as life and is a deep look into the mirror that ought to be our constant reference point. God bless Colleen."
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Sunday November 20, 2016 - Kiambu Senator, Kimani Wamatangi, has called for the arrest and prosecution of all those linked to corruption both at the National and County Government levels.
Wamatangi warned against generalizing the war against corruption saying the move will only help the culprits to get away with it.
He asked the investigating agencies to go after the looters, like former Devolution Cabinet Secretary, Anne Waiguru, and President Uhuru Kenyatta's relatives, rather than generalizing the fight against the vice.
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The Canon TS-E 17mm F4L is an ultra-wide angle tilt and shift lens for Canon's full-frame and APS-C Digital SLRs. This lens differs from earlier Canon TS-E optics by featuring a new barrel design that allows the directions of the tilt and shift to be rotated independently of each other, offering a high degree of control over the positioning of the focal plane. It also features Canon's latest sub-wavelength structure coating (SWC) for the minimization of flare and ghosting, high-precision aspherical front elements to keep distortion to a minimum and multiple UD elements to reduce chromatic aberration. When used on the 35mm full-frame format, the TS-E 17mm F4L offers the widest angle of view of any similar lens currently available.
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