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To tell GIMP to parse the smartsharp script when it launches, you must install the script in GIMP's plugin directory with the following command line:
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The gimptool-2.0 utility is provided by the Debian libgimp2.0-dev package. So that GIMP can understand Perl scripts, you also need to install libgimp2.0 and libgimp-perl.
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If you are changing the image in any other way, resizing, or correcting the colors, make sure that sharpening is the last step you perform. Otherwise, the various methods could step on each other's toes and possibly even reverse the sharpening process.
Of course, if an image is badly out of focus, no kind of manipulation is going to make a mega-sharp masterpiece of it; techniques like the tricks I cover here in this article are just patchwork. Out-of-focus images contain less information than sharp images – removing information from an image is easy, but adding information is just about as difficult as getting toothpaste back into the tube.
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A cholera outbreak in Sierra Leone has killed almost 300 people and affected more than 20 000. Without support to sustain and expand the response operation, as many as 32 000 cases could be expected this year.
WHO and the Ministry of Health and Sanitation have established a cholera control command centre to coordinate the response to what has turned into a national emergency. WHO has brought in experts in epidemiology, surveillance, case management, logistics, social mobilization, water and sanitation from other WHO offices as well as from the International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research (ICDDR,B) in Bangladesh, and the United Kingdom's Health Protection Agency.
This photo gallery displays images of the cholera response operation in New Town, a slum in Aberdeen Bay, Sierra Leone. The photos show the command centre planning, practical training given by ICDDR,B to local health workers and scientists and NGOs working together to get oral rehydration solution to people with cholera symptoms.
Much of the work being done by WHO and partners will help strengthen the country's capacity to deal with disease outbreaks in future. However WHO's Representative in Sierra Leone, Dr Wondimagegnehu Alemu, warns that there is an urgent need to invest in infrastructure to improve safe water supply and sanitation.
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I think there is not much need for MDM to cater decentralised environment because in most of these cases offices have their local IT departments and BYOD may not be alowed in every office.
I've had experience with one MDM product called MobileIron. I was pretty impressed, and although at the time in 2011 the feature sey was limited I could see the potential. More often than not, IT is going to be dealing with employees who have their own phones and want to connect them into the corporate network. MDM is the best layer to have in between.
@Mark: Does MDM cater to a decentralized environment where IT is required to control the devices at multiple locations and yet be integrated to overall organization-wide device management? Many companies have offices scattered all over the country and they may require this.
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@Michael: If employees are given a choice about a device to choose, I think they'd give preference to the device that meet their personal needs first - fast, looks cool, be easy to carry etc rather than giving preferences to the company needs. There would be conflict of interest in many cases between what's best for the employee and what's best for the company.
"And if their competitor, which offered similar pay and bennies but let employees choose and use their own device, offered them a job, they could be really tempted to jump ship. "
@Alison: While BYOD is certainly a perk to employees, I don't think people consider it as a factor to decide between two jobs. At least from my experience, I haven't seen anyone who'd give that much weightage to this policy before making a job switch decision. However, it can be a good factor to retain employees and keep them happy.
I would say is not a good idea to be too strict as to use of mobile devices. The better way should be to get a good MDM provider and a good policy and hence control things from there. Apart from the fact that often mobile devices are popular with senior people at the company, there's the important employees such as that hot cake programmer...who will not hesitate to walk out when they can't stand the rules.
Sure, companies have final say, @Michael, but a lot of times the people driving BYOD are the CEOs, presidents, CFOs, etc., who sign the checks -- and ultimately oversee IT management. In addition, organizations pay more attention today to keeping employees happy; it has an immediate impact on morale which impacts productivity and keeps good employees coming to work every day, recommending equally high-quality friends for jobs, and representing their employee in the best light. So while companies could insist that everyone uses XYZ by ABC, individuals could well a) limit their use of these devices, driving down productivity; b) use their personal devices anyway, increasing security risks, and c) moan, complain, and carry on but use the work-purchased devices grudgingly, and you can imagine how enthusiastic they'd be about learning new apps or processes associated with these phones or tablets.
And if their competitor, which offered similar pay and bennies but let employees choose and use their own device, offered them a job, they could be really tempted to jump ship.
There is a disconnect between what the employee wants and what he should get. I fail to see where the employees know what is best for the company, thus themselves unless they ore the ones that knows every intimate detail about the entire enterprise.
Hi Michael, I see your point. I see this as two separate issues. Rules need to be enforced but the pressures coming from end users for flexibility won't relent. IT needs to find a way to provide reasonable flexibility while also providing reasonable protection for the business. That's where the recommendation for a broader enterprise mobility strategy comes in with MDM being an important component.


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The advantage of the portal group concept is that many applications are available from a single entry point. The user only needs to identify himself once when he first logs on to the portal in order to access various resources, information sources, or "digital offices". The technical term for only requiring the user to sign in once is called "single sign on".
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Wedding bells may be ringing during the Grey's Anatomy midseason finale on Thursday (9/8c, ABC). But there are a few hurdles for April (Sarah Drew) to get over before she says "I do" to Matthew (Justin Bruening). First on April's list will be getting her best friend and former lover Jackson (Jesse Williams) to show up. But that does not mean the quirky doc is having second thoughts about walking down the aisle.
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Q: What time is Check-out?
A: Check-out will be at 4:00pm on the last date of your camp, except for the Team Camp. Check-out for the Team Camp will be at 12:00 noon. All campers, including Day Campers, will check-out will at the Cambridge @ College Station dorm following the closing ceremony.
Q: What is included in the camp fees?
A: Your payment covers camp tuition, a Texas A&M Volleyball Camp T-shirt, a Molten volleyball, lodging for overnight campers, three meals per day (3 meals per day for day-campers as well), expert instruction and lots of volleyball
Q: Will parents be allowed to watch the activities?
A: Of course! We do ask that you identify yourself to the camp staff for security reasons. The camps conclude with tournament play on the last session of camp. Parents are encouraged to attend these sessions and cheer on their favorite camper.
Q: Is this an overnight camp or a day camp?
A: You have the option to attend as a day camper, but most campers will be overnight campers and enjoy making new friends.
Q: When and where do day campers meet each day?
A: Day campers should meet at the Cambridge @ College Station dorm prior to the bus departure for the morning sessions each day, approximately 8:30am. Day Campers must also be picked up each night, at approximately 9:10pm each evening and check-out with a staff member in the lobby of the Cambridge @ College Station. Check-in will be at the Cambridge @ College Station dorm.
Q: Where will the campers be housed?
A: The campers will be housed nearby in an off-campus dormitory called the Cambridge at College Station (501 University Oaks Blvd) dorm. It is a recently opened facility that features suite style rooms with a private bathroom and a small living area. Each room has a refrigerator and microwave oven. Take the virtual tour at www.cambridgeatcollegestation.com Campers will be bused to and from activity sessions on Texas A&M University buses.
There will be 2-4 campers per room/suite.
Q: Does the camp provide linen service?
A: : No, unfortunately the dorms will not provide this service for our summer camps. You will need to bring your own sheets, blankets (or sleeping bag), pillow, towel (shower/pool) .
Q: What should my camper bring to camp?
A: We suggest:
Alarm clock or a watch with an alarm
Volleyball Shoes
Ankle braces (highly recommended)
Athletic clothes
Bathing suit (for swimming)
Sheets and blankets (or sleeping bag)
Towel (Shower/Swimming)
Sunscreen (if you're going to be swimming)
Necessary medications
Q: How will campers get to the gyms?
A: Campers will be bused to and from the dorm via University buses. Coaches and staff will ride along with the campers during the short (approximately 1 mile) trip.
Q: Are meals included in the cost?
A: Yes, three meals per day are included in the cost for overnight campers. Day camp rates include breakfast, lunch and dinner. The first meal served will be dinner on the first day of camp. Please eat prior to the first session on the first day of camp.
Q: Will my child be supervised in the dorm?
A: Yes! The coaches and staff will be housed in the dorm along with the campers. The Cambridge @ College Station also has 24-hour front desk supervision, security staff and video surveillance cameras. Coach/staff doors will be clearly marked during the camps. Campers will not be allowed to leave the dorm except for supervised camp activities.
Q: What other activities will be part of the daily scheduled activities?
A: We are first and foremost a volleyball camp and have earned a reputation as a volleyball intensive camp. The only scheduled activities are volleyball activities. During the lunch break the campers will have access to the recreation facilities at the dorm (pool, fitness room, rec-room, TV).
Q: Will my child have a phone in the dorm room?
A: No, unfortunately we will not be able to offer phone service in the rooms. Pay phones are available and cell phones are permitted.
Q: How can I contact my child in case of an emergency?
A: We will supply you with a list of emergency contact numbers at check-in. This will include coach and staff cell phone numbers for 24/day availability. If you will not be at check-in with your daughter you may call the TAMU volleyball office (979-845-2170, 979-862-3925) and we will supply you with the contact numbers.
Q: Will my camper have access to trainers if necessary?
A: Yes. We will have trainers at the gyms during all activity sessions and in the dorms overnight.
Q: Will my daughter be able to choose her own roommate?
A: Yes. We will do our best to match you with your preferred roommate however, we cannot always do so. Please mark your roommate preference clearly on your application and make your request early. To better ensure that your roommate preference is granted, have her list you as her request as well.
Q: How much spending money should I send with my camper?
A: Since meals are included in your camp fees, your daughter should only need enough money for snacks and camp apparel from the camp store. We recommend that you send no more than $30. We will have pizza by the slice available for purchase each night.
Q: Where can I buy Texas A&M Volleyball/Camp apparel and souvenirs?
A: We will have a camp store for volleyball and souvenir items. The store will be located in the Cambridge @ College Station dorm and will be open during check-in, check-out as well free time hours.
Q: Can I send snacks with my camper?
A: Yes. Each room suite will have a mini-refrigerator/freezer and a small microwave. Feel free to send enough snacks and drinks to last the entire camp. Mini-pacs of microwave popcorn please. Don't forget to pack a little something extra for your favorite coach.
Q: What is a typical daily schedule?
7:00a Wake-up
7:20 Breakfast
8:45 Individual skills and drills
1130 Lunch
12:00 Rest/Free time at dorm
1:45 Combination skills and drills
4:30 Dinner
5:00 Rest
6:00 Video/Camp Games
6:30 Team practice sessions/scrimmage
9:00 Free time in dorms
10:30 Bed Check/Lights out!
Q: What is the camper to coach ratio for the camp?
A: For each group of 12-16 campers there will be 2 coaches equaling a ratio of between 6:1 and 8:1. Younger campers will generally have smaller groups. Coaches will be with their teams/groups for a majority of the camp so that they can develop a good rapport with their campers.
Q: Sounds great! How do I sign-up?
A: There are several ways to do that! The fastest way to sign up is to register here, online and pay by credit card or electronic checking. If you're still uncertain about online transactions you can print the brochure and application here and fax (979-458-2273) if paying by credit card or electronic check) or mail in the application in the old fashioned way. You can also call or email us (see below) and we will be happy to mail you a brochure and application.
Q: How many spaces do you have in your camps?
A: We have a limited number of spaces in our camps due to limits in the dorms and facilities. Spaces are filled on a first come, first served basis and you will need a completed application and deposit to hold your spot. Please remember that our camps are extremely popular and have sold out every summer for the last 15 years so don't delay.
Q: Where do I get the medical forms?
A: The medical forms will be sent along with your confirmation letter once we receive your registration and deposit.
Q: Are the medical forms and physicians signature required?
A: Yes! Texas A&M University rules require that every camper have a copy of a physical examination taken within the 12 months prior to the last date of your camp. If we do not have valid medical forms on file your camper will not be allowed to participate in any camp activities. A signed note from your physician stating that your daughter is physically capable of participating in all of the activities associated with a sports camp may be substituted.
Q: What about parking on campus during the camps? VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
A: VISITOR PARKING DURING CAMPS (These are CAMPUS_WIDE rules)
In order to avoid problems and reduce confusion, we have been asked to distribute parking information and regulations for summer camp.
Parents/relatives/friends that are helping campers register or unload for camp will be allowed to park in the registration/dormitory areas for a limited amount of time free of charge. However, anyone wishing to stay on campus beyond registration and unloading will be required to purchase a parking permit. Please make this information available to all registered campers' families and friends.
Summer camp visitors who wish to park on campus must purchase a parking permit OR pay to park in a visitor parking garage. Listed below are the options available:
OPTION 1: Transportation Services has initiated a pre-paid summer weekly permit that allows visitors to park in lots as designated on the pre-paid summer parking map that can be found at the following web site: http://transport.tamu.edu/parking/maps/prepaidsum.pdf.
The summer weekly permit is valid for a week (dates are chosen during the process) and the cost is $12. Daily permits are available for $5. Permits must be purchased online at:
These permits are printed during the purchasing process. Permits must be displayed on the dashboard while parked on campus.
OPTION 2: If visitors do not wish to purchase a permit online, they may park in the University Center Garage, the Central Campus Garage, or west campus visitor parking areas, according to the hourly rates. http://transport.tamu.edu/parking/visitor.aspx#profiles
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**Please note that the Texas A&M Volleyball Camps will not be responsible for any parking violations!
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Given the core role of arts and sports in almost every society, the College/Faculty of the Arts and Sports has developed training programmes which equip the present generation with skills and disciplines necessary both for their own personal and professional growth, as well as for reaching out to others, from the platform of arts and sports events and activities. For all students and staff, the values of listening to the Lord, obeying and honoring their Creator, demonstrating respect for themselves and others in the process of learning, growing and creating together are integral to all that we do and teach.
In addition to previous offerings in Performing Arts, Fine Arts, Theatre and Circus, Music and Event Management, The College of Arts and Sports is broadening its horizons to include new courses and seminars in topics ranging from Culinary Arts to sports ministries of all types. For more specific information on our courses and ministries visit www.uofn.edu.


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McDonald's owns and franchises its restaurants all over the world. By the end of 2011, the company had 34,480 restaurants in 120 countries, of which 27,882 were operated by franchisees and 6,598 were operated by the company.
McDonald's essentially offers a uniform menu, though with minor variations to suit the local taste. A typical McDonald's menu includes burgers, sandwiches, salads, snacks, breakfast sandwiches (McMuffins), beverages (soft drinks, coffee, milk shakes, juices), and desserts (ice cream, pies, smoothies).
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Both the Franchisee Rent & Fees and Franchisee Royalties divisions represent the two different channels of revenue contribution from McDonald's franchised restaurants. McDonald's operates three kind of franchised restaurants (conventional, developmental & affiliated) and charges them royalty, rental and initial setup fees. While royalty is charged to all franchised restaurants, rental and initial set up fees are paid by only conventional franchises.
Rent & fees charged as a percentage of sales is approximately two times greater than the royalty percentage charged to franchisees. This makes the Franchisee Rent & Fees division nearly twice the value of the Franchisee Royalties division.
Company-operated restaurants are low margin businesses (~20% operating margin) as compared to franchised restaurants (~80% operating margin). The difference in margins is mainly because of the extra costs involved with company-operated restaurants, such as employees and operational costs, which are absent for franchised restaurants. This is the primary reason why McDonald's and other chains prefer the franchise model despite lower revenues.
Compared to 6,598 restaurants self operated by McDonald's, 27,882 restaurants were operated by franchisees globally. Going forward, we expect the company operated stores to decline further as McDonald's re-franchises them.
McCafe represents McDonald's foray into the high-margin caffeinated beverages market dominated by premium coffee chain Starbucks. In 2011, McDonald's expanded the brand to another 500 outlets in Canada. McDonald's has been able to keep the prices competitive and margins healthy due to its excellent store network, its marketing muscle and a highly efficient supply chain. McCafe's menu has been extended to more than coffee and now includes fruit smoothies, mocha and chocolate shakes.
On an average, McCafe outlets generate 15% more revenues than the regular McDonald's. McDonald's ensures new items are added to the menu regularly. As a result of the success of McCafe, Starbucks is reviving its Seattle's Best Coffee brand to compete with McDonald's. Starbucks has partnered with Burger King and Subway (both these chains compete with McDonald's), AMC movie theaters, supermarkets and coffee houses across the US to sell its coffee. This partnership will provide Starbucks access to more than 30,000 new locations.
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Readsboro is taking steps to preserve their cemeteries and their history through a comprehensive restoration project that the cemetery commission is undertaking.
According to cemetery commissioner Forrest Hicks, the commission plans to clean, repair, and reset headstones in every cemetery owned by the town. So far, 184 headstones have been restored in three cemeteries – 57 headstones in the North Hill Cemetery, 63 in the Village Cemetery, and 64 on South Hill, where Readsboro Sexton Tom Maroni and his assistant Joel Hicks are working now. "The town has supported us at Town Meeting with $5,000 for four years," says Forrest Hicks.
Maroni cleans the marble headstones with a mixture of muriatic acid and water, leaving even the oldest stones looking fresh, and the inscriptions legible. Breaks are repaired with a special epoxy. Most of the breaks, Hicks says, are due to weaknesses in the grain of the rock and gravity. "Once they start to lean, gravity eventually takes over and they break."
When most of the older grave markers were originally set, there was no foundation – the slabs were simply stuck in the ground. Over the years they began to lean, forward or backward, or from side to side. Those that don't lean seem to sink into the ground.
Maroni is resetting all the stones with a cement foundation. In removing some of the stones, there have been some surprises. In several instances, he's discovered inscriptions that had been covered by dirt when the stone sank into the ground. "The pearly gates have opened to receive a welcome guest, and a ransomed heir of glory has entered into rest," reads one inscription that hasn't been visible in decades.
Of course, some stones can't be repaired. Some are too fragile to move. Some were repaired many years ago using iron staves and bolts that go right through the stone. Removing the iron could damage the stones beyond repair.
Not only is the town restoring headstones, it's also restoring its history. In the North Hill Cemetery, commissioners discovered a marble obelisk, broken into three pieces, that had been heaved over the stone wall. Now the obelisk, repaired with epoxy and restored to its original base, is the centerpiece of the bright little cemetery.
When Maroni began cleaning up South Hill Cemetery in preparation for the project, he moved what appeared to be two orange-hued rocks that may have come from the nearby stream. But when he rolled them over, he discovered there were names etched into the native rock – Alonzo and Elizabeth Harvey. No dates were on the rock, but Maroni deduced that they were children of a Harvey family buried nearby. That local rock was used rather than marble may be an indication that the Harvey family was unable to bear the expense of a specially made headstone, and made their own permanent marker. Maroni has cleaned the stones so well that the names look like they were etched in the river rock last week.
Hicks says there may be another two or more years of work before all of the repairs are made. But he says the work Maroni is doing should last for another century or more. "Tom's the kind of guy who's not going to do something unless he can do it right."


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Posted: Wed Jul 4th, 2007 01:55 am |
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One of my favorite movies to watch on the Fourth of July is '1776.' It's hardly ever on TV, but it will be this Fourth, starting at 10 p.m. (ET) on TMC. It's a faithful adaptation of the broadway play of the same name and is also a surprisingly good account of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, which can't be easy for a musical to pull off. But somehow, it works. At least it does for me. Oh, durn. We've been invited out to eat burgers and hot dogs, and me without a VCR that works. |
Posted: Wed Jul 4th, 2007 03:15 am |
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I Say Vote Yes...Sit Down John...I say vote yes for Independency! Just an all time classic flick, and have it on DVD here and will probably watch it tomorrow. We did the play when I was in HS, and I had the part of the courier, and of course I got to sing the great song Look Sharp. Would type more, but am out of words, naturalee. Regards from the Garden State, Steve Basic |
Posted: Wed Jul 4th, 2007 10:53 am |
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I always like to watch Yankee Doodle Dandy on the Fourth of July. Can't beat Cagney tap dancing across the stage unless it is seeing the real George M.Cohan . I actually did see the only movie Cohan ever made and Cagney had him down pat. Have a good one Steve and all. I will be on Main Street Huntington Beach watching the Parade go by. Shriners, vets , boy scouts and Indian princesses . Along with bands and horses and who knows what else. Oh yes TV "stars" you have never heard of . Susan |
Posted: Thu Jul 5th, 2007 04:15 pm |
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David White Member
My wife loves 1776 and watches it every Fourth of July. The kids and I roll our eyes because the singing is so corny. She didn't know it was on TCM and was the Director's Cut but I told her about it. She offered to go upstaris and watch it alone but we told her to stay as I was reading the latest North and South and the kids didn't have anything they wanted to watch. As it began with that "Sit Down John!" song my oldest boy looked at me and we both gave a silent laugh to each other. She saw it and said, "I told you I would watch it upstairs" and stormed out of the room. The kids continued to watch anyway and thought it was pretty good when they didn't sing. At one point my son annnounced, "They actually went 25 minutes without singing." At 11:30 I went to bed and my wife was still watching, normally when I come to bed the TV goes off but she either likes it a lot or took it out on me for snickering as she watched it until it ended at midnight. Maybe it was a little of both. |
Posted: Tue Nov 6th, 2007 06:36 pm |
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Can y'all tell I've got nothing better to do and am plumbing the depths of CWi for something of interest? 1776, though historically inaccurate in many details, tells the story of our nation's birth very effectively. When slavery finally rears its ugly head near the end of the movie, our "irrepressible conflict," the American Civil War, is plainly forecast. "What are we? Demigods? For God's sake, John, let's make America first." I'm not sure the ethical showdown between Adams/Franklin and Rutledge/other "deep southerners" is accurate, but it's great drama. The final compromise by Jefferson/Adams -- giving in to Rutledge's demand to "remove the offending passage" -- led to the many subsequent compromises in the ensuing years [Missouri, Kansas-Nebraska, et al.]. The maneuvering/delaying tactics that Adams & Franklin pulled a couple of times [to have a written declaration and the polling of the Pennsylvania delegation] were truly fine examples of parliamentary procedure that also provided cinematic tension. After the final vote is taken, notice the total quiet that intervenes before John Adams says, "It is done." I was sad to learn that Virginia Vestoff -- Abigail Adams -- died in 1982. She and William Daniels portrayed the true-life closeness of the real John & Abigail; their correspondence with each other was a long-distance, slow-motion love-affair and served much like a psychologist's couch for John during this tumultuous time in this nation's history. Have y'all heard that Richard Nixon censored the movie? He spoke to Jack Warner to have the song "Cool Considerate Men" excised from the original film version. Tricky Dick was afraid the Continental Congress' conservatives were portrayed as too stuffy, too concerned about wealth, too egocentric, etc. What we can buy on DVD today is a restored, "as intended to be released in 1972" version. Always enjoyable to watch! Highly recommended! Art in Tampa |
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