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Coverity has released its 2009 Coverity Scan Open Source Report. This report is the result of a public-private sector research project focused on open source software integrity. Originally initiated with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the 2009 Coverity Scan Open Source Report details the findings from analyzing more than 11 billion lines of open source code from 280 open source projects over the last three years.
The Coverity open source integrity report is an objective presentation of open source code quality and defect data collected from the Coverity Scan service. The report findings provide a unique opportunity for the business industry to examine coding and software integrity trends from some of the world's most well-used and popular open source packages, including Firefox, Linux, PHP, Ruby and Samba.
Highlights of the report findings include:
- Overall integrity, quality and security of open source software are improving. The Coverity Scan service measured a 16 percent reduction in static analysis defect density over the past three years among participating projects.
- Open source developers are actively improving software. Since 2006, more than 11,200 defects in open source programs have been eliminated as a result of using the Coverity Scan service. Total developer support has increased with more than 180 projects having active developers scanning and fixing software defects discovered by Scan.
- Projects continue to advance up Coverity Certified "Integrity Rungs" from year to year. In 2009, the number of Rung 1 certified projects increased 32 percent from 2008 and doubled on Rung 2 in the same time period. OpenPAM, Ruby, Samba and tor are the first projects to begin Coverity Integrity Rung 3 certification. Rungs are certification levels indicating high-integrity open source software.
- Most common defect types are holding steady. The most common defect types across participating open source projects are still NULL Pointers, resource leaks, and unintentional ignored expressions.
"The Coverity Scan service began as a public-private research partnership with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to harden the integrity of open source code," said Andy Chou, chief scientist and co-founder of Coverity. "The Coverity Scan service is a key pillar of our strategy to help open source and commercial developers to continually improve the integrity of all software."


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8 Rum Drinks We Love in Los Angeles
Though there are plenty of fantastic sipping rums that should be savored respectfully on their own, there's something about the spirit, whether clean and light or more complex and dark, that seems destined to be blended into delicious, refreshing cocktails. Rum provides an excellent organizing principle around which to explore what the talented bar folk of Los Angeles are doing with the region's fresh produce, housemade bitters, and the occasional tobacco-infused honey. Here are eight of our favorites rum drinks in L.A.
Our Picks:
Streetfighter at Playa
The Evening Glass-Off at the Spare Room
Real McCoy at The Tasting Kitchen
Ray's Swizzle at Stark Bar
Zombie at 1886 at the Raymond
The Avocado Project at Picca
Tabacco Vanilla at Rosé
Hemingway Daiquiri at La Descarga

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Albert Pujols is a first baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals in Major League Baseball.
Pujols was selected as the National League Rookie of the Year in 2001 after hitting .329 with 37 home runs and 130 RBIs. He was named NL Most Valuable Player in 2005 and 2008. Pujols batted .330 with 41 home runs and 117 RBIs in 2005, and he hit .357 with 37 home runs and 116 RBIs in 2008.
The Dominican Republic native was born on Jan. 16, 1980.


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Nursing Intervention for Anemia
1. High risk of infection related to an inadequate secondary defenses (decreased hemoglobin leucopenia, or a decrease in granulocytes (inflammatory response depressed)).
Goal :
Infection does not occur.
Expected Outcomes :
- Identify the behaviors to prevent / reduce the risk of infection.
- Improving wound healing, free of purulent drainage or erythema, and fever.
- Increase of good hand washing; by care givers and patients.
Rational: to prevent cross-contamination / bacterial colonization. Note: patients with severe anemia / aplastic can be risky due to the normal flora of the skin.
- Maintain strict aseptic technique in the procedure / treatment of injuries.
Rational: reducing the risk of colonization / infection of bacteria.
- Provide skin care, perianal and oral carefully.
Rational: reducing the risk of damage to the skin / tissue and infection.
- Motivation changes in position / ambulation frequently, coughing and breathing exercises that deep.
Rational: to improve the ventilation of all lung segments, and help mobilize secretions to prevent pneumonia.
- Increase adequate fluids.
Rational: to assist in the dilution of respiratory secretions to facilitate the spending and prevent stasis of body fluids such as respiratory and kidney.
- Monitor / limit visitors. Provide insulation if possible.
Rational: to limit exposure to the bacteria / infection. Protection of insulation required in aplastic anemia, when the immune response is disrupted.
- Monitor body temperature. Note the chills and tachycardia with or without fever.
Rational: the process of inflammation / infection require evaluation / treatment.
- Observe erythema / wound fluid.
Rational: indicators of local infection. Note: the formation of pus may not exist when granulocytes depressed.
- Take specimens for culture / sensitivity as indicated (collaboration)
Rational: differentiate an infection, identify the specific pathogen and affect treatment options.
- Give a topical antiseptic; systemic antibiotics (collaboration).
Rational: propilaktik may be used to reduce colonization or for the treatment of local infection process.
2. Activity intolerance related to imbalance between oxygen supply (delivery) and demand.
Goal :
Able to maintain / improve ambulation / activity.
Expected Outcomes :
- Reported an increase in activity tolerance (including daily activities).
- Indicates decrease in physiological signs of intolerance, such as pulse, respiration, and blood pressure is still within the normal range.
- Monitor vital sign (Blood Pressure, pulse, and respirations) during and after activity.
Rational : Cardiopulmonary manifestations result from attempts by the heart and lungs to supply adequate amounts of oxygen to the tissues.
- Assess patient ability to perform ADLs
Rational : Influences choice of interventions and needed assistance.
- Provide or recommend assistance with activities and ambulation as necessary, allowing client to be an active participant as much as possible.
Rational : Although help may be necessary, self-esteem is enhanced when client does some things for self.
- Suggest client change position slowly; monitor for dizziness.
Rational : Postural hypotension or cerebral hypoxia may cause dizziness, fainting, and increased risk of injury.
- Identify and implement energy-saving techniques
Rational : Encourages client to do as much as possible, while conserving limited energy and preventing fatigue.
- Instruct client to stop activity if palpitations, chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or dizziness occur.
Rational : Cellular ischemia potentiates risk of infarction, and excessive cardiopulmonary strain and stress may lead to decompensation and failure.
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Why See Justin Timberlake?
The Man Of The Woods!
Admit it; you loved Justin Timberlake as a member of pop-powerhouse NSYNC. Now, as a solo performer, Justin Timberlake has hit it big with songs like Cry Me a River, Like I Love You, and Rock Your Body!
Four years after his trek around the globe with the smash The 20/20 Experience tour, the sensation who we've all grown to know and love, will be heading out on a 27-date North American tour in support of his upcoming album; The Man of the Woods, which is slated to be released February 2.
Dropping a Filthy tour
Timberlakes' inspiration for this tour is the outdoors, and mentions wanting to bring the outside in. His new material will also feature a self-reflective look at his journey into fatherhood.
Expect to hear tracks 'Flannel', and lead single 'Filthy' whose music video has a more futuristic vibe featuring robotics and a Steve Jobs inspired Timberlake.
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With predictions of severe water shortages in Texas over the next 50 years, legislators, farmers, government agencies and consumers are working overtime to find solutions.
Scientists at the Texas A&M Research and Extension Center in Beaumont, Texas, are working with the Lower Colorado River Authority to help rice farmers in this effort. According to Yubin Yang, senior biosystems analyst, the team is developing a Web-based on-farm water conservation analysis tool.
The Rice Water Conservation Analyzer can be used to estimate the potential water savings and evaluate the costs and benefits associated with different on-farm rice water conservation improvements.
The water conservation improvements considered by this conservation analyzer include precision grading, multiple inlet, conservation tillage, lateral improvement, and tailwater recovery.
"When farmers save water, it's good for the environment, and it's good for them as well because they save money," Yang said.
"Precision grading is done with large equipment that levels the soil," he said, "and when there are no high spots or low spots, less water is needed for flushing and flood establishment."
A multiple inlet system allows simultaneous irrigation of multiple paddies in a rice field. It reduces the time needed to irrigate a field and allows better control of inflow, which minimizes tailwater loss.
The conservation analyzer allows users to configure varying degrees of conservation improvements.
"Depending on the existing system, and water conservation improvements, water savings will vary and so will the associated costs and benefits," Yang said.
This tool will initially be used by the river authority to determine whether the target conservation levels can be achieved within the acreage in rice production, and what level of practice implementation is required to achieve the targets.
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Bali® VertiCell™ Blackout Cell Shades put the energy efficiency of cellular shades in a vertically hanging design that offers total light blockage. The side-opening construction makes them ideal for wide windows and patio doors, especially in climates that are prone to extreme heat or cold.
These shades are perfect for spaces, such as a bedroom or media room, where total outside-light obstruction is needed. The shades are available in single-cell depths of 3/8" and 3/4" or a double cell depth of 3/8". Double cell shades boast a double-thick honeycomb design, as well as superior insulation and sound absorption.
VertiCell Shades feature two movable side rails with locking handles, which allow the shade stack to be positioned on the right, on the left or in the center of the window. They are free of external cords and offer light obstruction, insulation and uncomplicated operation.
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Audi S3 Sportback revealed
* Audi shows first images of hot A3 Sportback * Turbocharged 2.0-litre TFSI gets to 62mph in 5.0secs * Available to order in April; deliveries from September...
The high-performance Audi S3 Sportback has been revealed at the Geneva motor show.
It comes with the same 296bhp 2.0-litre TFSI petrol engine that's found in the Sportback's three-door sibling, which was revealed at the Paris motor show last year. This will take it from 0-62mph in just 5.0 seconds when paired with the S tronic twin-clutch automatic gearbox.
As well as the two extra doors, the S3 Sportback has a longer wheelbase than the three-door, providing more room for occupants and luggage.
The S3 Sportback comes with permanent four-wheel drive and sports suspension.
It also features a system that lets drivers change throttle responses, steering set-up and the speed of gearchanges. Buyers can also choose the optional magnetic ride system, which allows the driver to change the suspension set-up.
To set it apart from the standard A3 Sportback, the S3 gets a bespoke front grille with S badging, redesigned bumpers and air inlets on the wings. It also features aluminium door mirrors, widened sills, a rear spoiler and a chrome quad exhaust.
Inside, the S3 Sportback gets part-leather sport seats, aluminium pedals and S logos on the steering wheel and dashboard.
Pricing and UK specifications will be confirmed later, but Audi has confirmed it will cost almost exactly the same as the outgoing car, meaning a price of around 34,200.
The five-door S3 is expected to appear at the Geneva motor show in March and will be available to order from April. The first cars will be delivered in September.
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In seeking a new trial on grounds of ineffective prior counsel, a man testified for the first time to what he claims happened on the night police said he fatally shot his lover's common-law husband in Stroud Township in 2002.
In seeking a new trial on grounds of ineffective prior counsel, a man testified for the first time to what he claims happened on the night police said he fatally shot his lover's common-law husband in Stroud Township in 2002.
Convicted of murder and serving life without parole in the death of Robert "Rocky" Sandt, 56, Lennard Fransen, 53, had taken the advice of his trial attorney Brett Riegel not to testify.
Since Fransen never made any statements to police upon his arrest after Sandt's death, Monday's post-conviction hearing was the first time Fransen told his story.
Teri Levanduski, 51, Sandt's common-law wife and Fransen's lover at the time of Sandt's death, was tried separately from Fransen, convicted of conspiring with him to murder Sandt and is also serving life without parole.
The key piece of evidence was a letter Sandt wrote days before his death, saying he believed Levanduski and Fransen were planning to kill him to get him out of the picture.
Fransen testified to going with Levanduski to Sandt's Oak Terrace home in Stroud Township on Nov. 27, 2002, the day she had planned to leave Sandt.
"(Sandt) confronted us at the door and told me, 'You're not taking her anywhere,'" Fransen said. "Then, he pointed a .22-caliber double-action pistol at me."
Fransen said he grabbed the gun and that he and Sandt then struggled for about three minutes. Fransen said the gun was in Sandt's hand and that Sandt's finger was on the trigger when the gun went off both times, hitting Sandt.
Fransen said he wasn't hit.
"(Sandt) collapsed into a chair," he said. "That's when (Levanduski and) I left. I was hurt and fearing for my life at that point."
Fransen said he didn't call 911. Sandt was later found dead.
Fransen's current attorney, Brad Weidenbaum, said Fransen seeks a new trial on grounds that Riegel didn't try alternative defense strategies, such as letting Fransen testify, and Robin Spishock, Fransen's attorney after Riegel, did not appeal the case to state Supreme Court.
In September 2004, more than four months after Fransen's conviction and more than three months after his sentencing, Riegel filed an appeal on Fransen's behalf in county court.
The judge ruled the appeal had been filed three days late, invalidating Fransen's appellate rights. Riegel then appealed county court's decision all the way to state Supreme Court, but was denied there in April 2007.
In February 2010, after Fransen unsuccessfully tried representing himself on appeal, the county Public Defender's Office appointed attorney Robin Spishock to represent him.
Spishock filed an appeal in county court, again on grounds including Sandt's hearsay letter, which should have been inadmissible but was allowed at trial. In December 2010, the judge ruled in Fransen's favor, reversing the conviction and paving the way for a new trial.
The prosecution then petitioned for and won a reargument on the appeal. Spishock argued other issues on Fransen's behalf, including police use of statements made by Levanduski that should not have been introduced at trial.
The county court this time ruled against Fransen, reversed its earlier decision, upheld the conviction and voided Fransen's chance for a new trial.
Spishock appealed this latest decision to Superior Court, citing the county court's inconsistency in reversing and then once again upholding the conviction.
Superior Court denied the appeal, though two of the nine judges on the panel said they were "troubled" by the admission of the letter, which is "clearly hearsay," according to the decision.
Fransen sent Spishock a letter last March, after losing on the appeal in Superior Court, saying he wanted to appeal in Supreme Court.
Spishock testified Monday to sending him a response, saying she felt the appeal most likely would be unsuccessful at that level and thus she wasn't going to file one. Fransen said he never received any response at all from Spishock as to whether she was going to appeal in Supreme Court, and that he then sought a new attorney to file a new post-conviction motion on his behalf.
Monroe County President Judge Margherita Patti Worthington has taken the matter under advisement and will issue a decision at a later date. If she rules in Fransen's favor, he will be granted a new trial, but the prosecution could again petition for reargument as it did before.


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Baby Blvd is very excited about their new products they have added since the last time they were featured on Give Away Today. They have New Fabric Flower Headbands that are SO cute! Each Flower Clip is hand-sewn.
Also, Baby Blvd came up with a cute, new and unique idea for babies and children- a wrist corsage. Some corsages come as a set with a fabric flower headband. Or you can buy them separate. They tie on to fit any size princess. They are adorable for those first infant photo shoots or they are great for accessorizing every day and for any age!
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How long have you been with Design Public? 8 months
Where do you live? Who else lives there? Rathdrum, Idaho. Right now it's my husband, our dog Maggie, our cat Tito, and in four more weeks, our son Dylan : )
Favorite city or town? What do you love about it? My favorite city would probably have to be Paris. I just watched Midnight in Paris the other night. The colors and sights of the city are incredible. It has an old time theme to it and I think the city was just right with its designer flair.
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A Design Public product that's on your wishlist? I really like the Inhabit Jackson Pendent Lamp 14 X 8.
Which reality show are you the most ashamed of watching? I only watched it one time but it was Jersey Shore and I didn't even finish the show. I think I might have watched like two minutes of it. I just couldn't get past the drama : )
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Report: Global FinTech Investment Will Grow to at Least $6 Billion by 2018
Financial services technology has become one of the fastest growing areas for venture capital investment, according to a study released by Accenture and the Partnership Fund for New York City. Global investment in financial services technology ventures tripled since 2008, growing from $928 million in 2008 to $2.97 billion last year, the study found. That investment will increase to an estimated $6-8 billion by 2018, the study predicted.
Worldwide venture capital investment in fintech has grown four times faster than the rate of overall venture capital investment in the last three years, according to the study. The first quarter of 2014 saw a record investment in fintech ventures of $1.7 billion, with 167 deals closed.
[For More On What's Happening In the FinTech Startup Space, Check Out: 5 FinTech Startups To Watch]
The report attributed that fast growth to the convergence of several factors in the technology and banking space, such as the spread of open source and cloud-based technologies that help cut costs for new startups, and the need for banks to cut costs as tougher capital requirements take effect. Some of the areas seeing the biggest boom in fintech investment include mobile, data and analytics, cloud and cyber security, the report found.
The U.S. is by far the biggest market for fintech venture capital investment, making up 83% of the global market, according to the report. Silicon Valley still gets the biggest share of that investment, but New York City is quickly catching up, with fintech investment there growing twice as fast as Silicon Valley over the last five years.
Banks have begun to recognize the opportunity to work with and invest in startups, with several major financial institutions developing their own innovation labs and venture capital funds for investing in startups.
"Financial services-sponsored venture capital investment will continue to grow as institutions recognize that a go-it-alone approach of in-house development isn't enough," Jaidev Shergill, head of digital venture investing at Capital One, which launched its own fintech venture capital fund last year, said in the report.
Jonathan Camhi has been an associate editor with Bank Systems & Technology since 2012. He previously worked as a freelance journalist in New York City covering politics, health and immigration, and has a master's degree from the City University of New York's Graduate School ... View Full Bio


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Rare July 25, 1775 3 ShillingsNew Hampshire July 25, 1775 3 Shillings Fr. NH-136. PCGS Fine 12 Apparent.
Following the comparatively lavish copperplate notes engraved by Gilman, New Hampshire issued several series of smaller size typeset notes. Six denominations were authorized for this issue date, and examples in any condition are difficult to obtain. In wide format with several vertical rows of ornaments at left and text across the center. This is the highest denomination of six specified and one of 4,000 authorized; it is thought to be Rarity 7 (4-12 known). Though this is backed upon a period book page, it faces up very well and is full size as issued. Noted with "Splits and Repairs; Backed." Notes from the issue are rarely found superior to this example.
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A powerful and intimidating dealer of the 1960s, backed by important colleagues, was accused of selling fraudulent gold coins and ingots to unsuspecting numismatists. Who would go up against a man like that and, over the course of decades, prove the fraud? Who would expose a widely respected scholar as a thief, then doggedly pursue recovery of coins that the scholar had stolen from an embarrassed numismatic organization, all over the objections of influential collectors who had bought coins with clouded titles? Eric P. Newman would - and did. Reserve your copy today.
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Joker Pokemon card T-Shirt
Hand made item
Front print
Loose fit, size down for a fitted look
Machine wash
Mixed blend, 85% Polyester 15% Cotton, soft feel
1-2 weeks
I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
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Ship items back to me within: 7 days of delivery
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But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
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If you wish to register for our email service you must provide us with your name and email address. We will never 'pass on' or provide the information that you have provided us in subscribing to the email service or in purchasing services through the website, to other agencies.
We may wish to provide you with information about special features of our website or any other services, products or information from KiSS Clothing that we think may be of interest to you. If you would rather not receive this information, please send an email message to email@example.com.
Your personal data will not be disclosed to any third party save with your consent or as required by a regulatory body or under a court order.
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KiSS Clothing employs information gathering technologies for the purposes of collecting information and statistics about the users of this site, but such information will not be used to identify any individual. The purpose of gathering such information is to assist us to analyse the use of the website and revise it for the benefit of our clients by making your visit to the site more efficient and to improve and increase the content found to be most popular.
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The internet is not a secure medium. We have put in place various security measures but you are advised to treat the internet as an insecure medium in all your communications with us. However, payments made through this website are handled using secure socket layer technology or other technology which is at least (if not more) secure than that.
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KiSS Clothing items are unisex and are a general, 'regular' fit. Sizes can vary very slightly between item styles so it is always best to go by the chest measurements provided.
For example, usually people find if they are a size Medium in T-Shirts they usually buy, then a Medium will be perfectly fine with all our item styles too. However if you are unsure, do send us an email and I will be happy to help you - after all it is always better to be safe and double check.
All over printed T-Shirts and Black T-Shirts can come up a little 'larger' fitting than normal so I advise to size down for a better fit with these.
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Our phone cases are made from durable polycarbonate, however as with all items of this nature, they can be expected to receive general wear and tear over time. We can only consider phone case exchanges/returns within 14 working days.
With all over printed vests and T-Shirts there can be some edge to edge fading with solid colour. Sometimes small white marks/wrinkles can appear, especially on garment creases, this is normal and to be expected to a small degree. As all items are individually printed, some very slight variations of the same graphic (especially on different size T-Shirts) is to be expected to some degree.
International T-Shirt orders with 'standard' shipping will be sent without tracking. This means it will be an economy service - which usually takes up to 2 weeks to deliver. Unfortunately we do not accept any liability for loss of these items - it is very rare for items to go missing but for any added protection there is a shipping upgrade option which will require a signature upon receipt.
Canvas prints are sent via a courier.
In some cases if there is nobody available at your address to receive your parcel it will be taken back to your local post office to collect. It will be held for a few weeks then returned to us, if it gets returned to us due to non collection you will have to pay a second shipping charge to have it re-shipped :-)
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Galco QMC Quick Magazine Carrier
$51.96 - $52.00
Galco PLE Unlined Leather Paddle Holster
The Galco PLE Unlined Paddle Holster, also known as the Professional Law Enforcement Paddle Holster, is yet another innovate piece of gunleather by Galco. It is not only suitable for police carry, it's also great for anybody interested in concealed carry. Featuring Galco's patented paddle system and a snappable thumb break, the PLE Paddle Holster is secure on your belt and can also be drawn very quickly. It is available in tan or black and fits belts up to 1 3/4" wide.
Galco Concealable Leather Belt Holster
$95.16 - $95.20
Galco's Concealable Belt Holster is an extremely comfortable concealed carry holster made from two high-quality pieces of leather molded to fit the weapon perfectly and contoured to fit the users body. It can be purchased in black or Havana Brown in a right or left-handed setup and is available for many commonly carried pistols and revolvers.
Galco Hidden Agenda Gun Holster
Galco Jak Slide Leather Belt Holster
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A great alternative to inside-the-pants or IWB carry, the Galco Jak Slide Holster is designed to be worn on a belt. This holster places your pistol between the belt and the pants which naturally causes it to solidly retain your firearm in the holster as well as reduce the profile of your weapon and holster. The Jak Slide leather holster is available for right or left hand draw and in a choice of tan or black leather.
Galco Kodiak Hunter Leather Shoulder Holster
Galco's Kodiak Hunter Shoulder Holster presents a fantastic solution for hunters and those who spend time afield. This holster rig is designed to be worn on the front of the body and accommodates big-bore scoped revolvers.
The holster is available for large caliber handguns such as the Ruger Blackhawk or Redhawk or Smith & Wesson X-Frame.
Galco VHS Vertical Shoulder Holster System
$183.96 - $184.00
Galco's VHS Vertical Holster System gives you a great option to carry and conceal your weapon with the muzzle pointing down. Sometimes you just want to carry a full-size pistol but the longer barrel does not conceal as well with a horizontally oriented holster because of its length. The Galco VHS Shoulder Holster solves that problem and makes it quite easy and comfortable to hide a full-size firearm without sacrificing quality.
Galco Side Snap Scabbard Holster, 2nd Generation
$114.36 - $114.40
Galco's Side Snap Scabbard 2nd Generation Holster is just as great and better than the original. While still offering the same innovative snappable belt loops that facilitate easy-on/easy-off attachment of the holster, the Gen2 SSS Holster now offers a steeper butt-forward cant, new sweatguard to protect the pistol and the wearer from each other, and a reinforced opening for easy, one-handed reholstering. This holster fits belts up to 1.5" wide and is available in black for a great selection of semiautomatic pistols and revolvers.
Galco Concealable Leather Magazine Carrier
The perfect match for Galco's Concealable Holster, the Concealable Leather Magazine carrier is an elegant solution for discrete magazine carry. Available in several different finishes, this mag case fits magazines for a large multitude of weapons.
Galco Inside-the-Waistband Leather Magazine Carrier
Galco Paddle Lite Holster - Carry Lite Series
Want a high grade leather paddle holster for a low price? Galco's Paddle Lite Paddle Holster is the answer. At a fraction of the price of many of Galco's other leather holsters, the Paddle Lite remains one of the most popular holsters on the market today. Available for many semiauto pistols and revolvers, the Paddle Lite is available for right or left handed shooters and comes in black.
Galco Speed Leather Paddle Holster
Galco's Speed Paddle Holster provides a high-level of comfort while carrying your favorite revolver or semi-auto pistol. It is available in black or tan and for right or left-handed weapon carriers.
Galco Middle-of-Back Leather Concealment Holster
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Galco's MOB Middle of Back Holster provides concealed carriers with a great method of concealing a semiauto handgun. The MOB Holster is available in black for right and left handed weapon carriers and is made from a high-grade leather.


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Joyce Rosenberg
Joyce Rosenberg graduated from the KU School of Law in 1996. While in law school, she served as editor-in-chief of the Kansas Law Review. She enjoyed an extensive practice in labor and employment law with several Kansas City firms. She joined the law faculty in 2005 as an instructor in the Lawyering program.
- Employment Law
- Lawyering Skills
- Advanced Legal Writing
J.D., University of Kansas, 1996; B.A., Boston University, 1992.
Employment Law, Lawyering Skills, Advanced Legal Writing
Missouri 1996; Kansas 1997
Career History
Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal, Kansas City, 1996-1998; Spencer Fane Britt & Browne, Kansas City, 1998-2001; Berkowitz Oliver, Kansas City, 2001-2003; University of Kansas School of Law, 2005-present.
Selected Publications
- "Mobilize! Some Tips to Improve Documents for Mobile Devices," Journal of the Kansas Bar Association (September 2014).
- "Luke, I Am Your Lawyer: Making Sure Your Client Is the Good Guy in the Story," Journal of the Kansas Bar Association (February 2013).
Selected Presentations
- "Lessons from Simulation Courses: Providing Effective Feedback in Real Time," Presentation to Central States Legal Writing Conference (September 2013).
- "Proofreading & Effective Writing," Presentation to Heartland Paralegal Association Annual Meeting (November 2012).
- "Incorporating a Mediation Exercise for Experiential Learning," Presentation to Legal Writing Institute Biennial Conference (May 2012).


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The Public Assistance Fraud Unit of the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office is a team made up of attorneys, investigators and support staff. The individuals in the unit work with personnel from various social service agencies to detect, investigate, and successfully prosecute individuals who steal from the needy of this county. Every effort is made to ensure that those individuals will be discovered, whether the theft involves:
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If the investigation reveals fraud, the individual responsible will be disqualified from future benefits and prosecuted in the criminal court.
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The investigation often begins when a citizen alerts unit staff that an individual who receives some form of aid appears to be failing to fully disclose their assets or employment. Other cases are initiated when State or Federal records show that the person on aid has unrevealed assets or income.
When an investigation is completed and the individuals who commit the fraud are convicted, the Court universally requires the convicted individual to repay the amount stolen. In a past case, one family was required to repay more than $200,000 they had fraudulently obtained from various aid programs.
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HEBER SPRINGS, Ark., Jan. 14 (UPI) -- Troubled country music artist Mindy McCready says singer-songwriter David Wilson, her boyfriend of two years, has died at home in Heber Springs, Ark.
"David was my soul mate," McCready said in a statement Monday. "He was a precious gift from God to all of us and, yesterday, he returned home and is now with his mother and father. David loved and was loved. Those who knew and loved him will miss him; those who did not know David missed the opportunity to know a truly loving and gifted man."
People.com said the cause of Wilson's death Sunday was not immediately disclosed and no funeral plans have been made yet.
Wilson, 34, is the father of McCready's 9-month-old son.
McCready's once-bright career has been sidelined in recent years by her substance abuse issues, suicide attempts and legal woes.


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If someone offered you a magic potion that would ease pregnancy symptoms more comfortable — and promised better sleep, improved balance and grace, fewer backaches and headaches, less gas and swollen ankles, a happier state of mind, a more positive body image, an easier labor, and a healthier baby — would you take it? Don't answer yet, because there's more: You'd also get to eat more than other pregnant women and still keep your pregnancy weight under control. Now would you take the magic potion? Sure you would. And guess what? There's no magic (and no potion) necessary. Just lace up your sneakers, put on a comfortable T-shirt and leggings, and start exercising.
Exercise is for Everyone
More women than ever are deciding to make fitness a part of their daily routine (or at least, part of their five-times-a-week routine). And with your practitioner's okay, you can too. It doesn't matter whether you started out as an iron woman in peak physical condition, or a couch potato who hadn't worn sneakers in years (except as a fashion statement) — the health benefits (both physical and mental) of regular exercise during pregnancy are compelling stuff. All it takes to rake in those perks is at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise (that's the equivalent of a good, brisk walk) on most days of the week.
Overcoming ChallengesBut there are challenges to getting or staying fit during pregnancy, especially when you're working out for two. If you've never been much of an exerciser, 30 minutes a day may seem like an eternity and a half (do all those extra trips to the bathroom count as a pregnancy workout?), and if you've been very athletic until now it can be a struggle to tone it down. (What? No more skiing black diamonds, scuba diving, or horseback riding?) Even if you're an in-betweener, you may find your own set of challenges — like dragging your good intentions onto the treadmill when pregnancy symptoms have got you down. (Too pooped to roll out of bed, never mind do some leg lifts?) But work some workout time into your routine (that's how it becomes "routine"), and you'll be happy you did (your baby will appreciate it, too).
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Physical Activity and Exercise During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period, December 2015.
- What to Expect When You're Expecting, 5th edition, Heidi Murkoff and Sharon Mazel
- WhatToExpect.com, Pregnancy Exercise Guidelines, September 2018.


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Hi All,
Are there any people interested in having regular (or at least somewhat frequent) tennis sessions over the winter?
I have a membership in a winter tennis club which is fairly reasonable, but we can decide what the location can be based on the number of people who want to be a part of the group and where they prefer to play.
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how much do you pay for the membership,any extra fee when you play per hour?
where is the location ?
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The United States Golf Assn. has taken its annual exercise in sadism to new heights. This year, it will torture both genders of tour players at the same place.
It all begins Thursday, with the first round of the 72-hole U.S. Open for men. Next week, it will be the women's turn. Same course, same setup, same needles being stuck in fingernails.
The scene of the double crime is the legendary Pinehurst No. 2 course. They played the men's U.S. Open here in 1999 and 2005. This will be a first for the women, although they have played at a nearby course called Pine Needles three times.
The frightening facts are as follows:
• When Payne Stewart won in '99, his score was one under par, the best score ever in a U.S. Open here. The legendary moment afterward, when he grabbed runner-up Phil Mickelson's head and allegedly told him his soon-to-be-born child was more important than a golf tournament, may have been misreported. He may have been screaming in Mickelson's face: "Can you believe I just broke par on this #**@#%* golf course?"
• When New Zealander Michael Campbell won in 2005, he shot even par. He is not here this week, not playing much at all on the tour. He lives in Spain and this was his last year of exemption into the Open. He said no thanks. Perhaps he has Pinehurst nightmares.
• The men will play at 7,562 yards, more than 300 yards longer than each of the last two U.S. Opens. The only longer one was the 2008 Tiger-limps-to-the-title at the Torrey Pines U.S. Open, which played at 7,643. At least there, you had ocean views and high cliffs from which to jump.
• The men will face four par 4s of more than 500 yards and one par 3 of 260 yards. Length off the tee will be crucial. So will a tournament therapist.
• Pinehurst No. 2 features crowned greens, or "turtle backs," as the USGA calls them. Think of a turtle, think of putting a ball on his back and making it stop there. You get the idea. In 1999, John Daly tried to roll a putt from a collection area around the eighth green up onto the green and to the pin. His first putt rolled back down to his feet. His second putt was about to do the same thing when Daly interrupted it mid-roll and slapped it back across the green. Hitting the ball while it is rolling was a two-stroke penalty. Daly took an 11 on the hole.
But that's merely history. The USGA has added a new wrinkle. Junkyard golf. The shaggy-dog look.
They call it restoration. In the last few years, they have taken Pinehurst No. 2 and restored it to the way it was in the 1930s and '40s, the way they say original designer Donald Ross had it and wanted it.
If you remember your last televised glimpses of Pinehurst No. 2, it was this long and lush offering of tight fairways, heavy green rough and impossible-to-putt greens.
No more.
About three years ago, with a nod from Pinehurst and a nudge from the USGA, designers Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore set out to turn the clock back 80 years. They found old documents and records of what Ross did, and they followed those guidelines.
Now, long and lush has become long and ragged. There is no rough. It has been replaced by sandy areas of weeds and pine needles and football-sized pine cones. There are more scraggly-looking green things than in a Scotts Weed & Feed commercial. Crenshaw and Coore reportedly introduced 40 different kinds of random plant life and 30 more grew in on their own.
Standing on the tees and looking down the fairways reminds you of the dreaded neighbor who never waters and never mows and considers dandelions decorative.
There is sand and junk everywhere and weeds growing out of the real traps and sand slipping out of those real traps so you can't often tell where the actual trap begins. Expect lots of stoppage of play for consultation with walking officials. "Hey, Joe, is this a trap or a road?"
The golfers are keeping a stiff upper lip so far, and why not? They have yet to need to hit a shot that counts off a pine-cone-covered, bristle-bush sand hill.
The USGA's executive director, Mike Davis, was asked about the sandy areas and the need to distinguish them from actual traps, where a club cannot be grounded.
"No raking, no anything," he said.
Golf Channel's Brandel Chamblee, a golf expert with a Yale vocabulary, walked around, took a look and called the course "random adversity."
The joy of all this is that the USGA can actually, and accurately, call this economically justifiable torture. It cites the amount of water saved with this kind of course setup, and implies that this could be the wave of the future in golf course budget-cutting.
You can almost picture USGA big shots sitting around a table a couple of years ago, course maps of Pinehurst No. 2 on the table, chatting with delight while they sharpened knives and oiled thumb screws.
"Maybe some environment group will even give us an award," one says.
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These FAQs are meant to supplement the program and procedural information already provided on the Study Abroad website. Please feel free to contact the Center for Study Abroad with any questions you have regarding semester off-campus programs. Answers to many of your questions can be found below and at our program pages which contain a wealth of information and may provide the answers you seek. As well, many questions, especially program and country specific, are better answered by the program itself and not by the Center for Study Abroad. If you need assistance in finding contact information for a program, please contact our office and we would be happy to provide you with this information.
Q: Do I still pay normal George Fox tuition and room and board as I have previous semesters?
A: Yes, you will be billed by George Fox equal to George Fox tuition + room & board (with some variations, depending on the program). For some of the more expensive off-campus programs there you will be ccharged an additional program fee.
Q: Do I keep my George Fox financial aid package?
A: Yes you keep all of your financial aid. Tuition Remission students must pay the additional program fee. (If you have financial-related questions, please direct them to your Student Financial Services Counselor)
Q: Will my credits transfer? How do I find out what they will transfer as? (GE, elective, major, etc.)
A: Yes. Talk to your enrollment counselor, the registrars transfer specialist, and your academic advisor for specifics. All credits from a George Fox approved program will transfer to George Fox. However, you will need to plan which of your off-campus courses transfer for General Education or can be counted in your major. This must be finalized BEFORE you leave for your program.
Q: Am I responsible for paying for and booking my own flight?
A: Yes, you are responsible for paying and booking your flight. This must be coordinated with the off-campus program.
Q: Does George Fox pay my deposit and any application fees?
A: No, you are responsible for paying both deposit and application fee. Your deposit will be credited to your student account (for ALL programs), your application fee will not.
Q: Will I be able to fly with other George Fox students to my semester off-campus destination?
A: This depends on: Whether other George Fox students are going to your same destination and wwhether you can coordinate your flights together. You also must coordinate your flights with the off-campus program.
Q: Can I go to my destination before the semester begins and/or can I stay longer?
A: Yes, as long as you are present when your program begins through its conclusion.
Q. Does George Fox offer summer off-campus programs?
A. Yes, several programs offer summer programs.
Q. Can transfer students study off-campus?
A. Yes, as long as they attend George Fox for two semesters prior to studying off-campus.
Q: I need assistance with applying for a visa, whom do I ask?
A: All program-related questions, including visa questions, are best directed to the external program. However the Center for Study Abroad will be happy to help when possible.
Q: The Semester in Spain program requires that I apply in person for my VISA at the consulate in San Francisco. Does the Center for Study Abroad assist with this?
A: Yes, the Center for Study Abroad in conjunction with the Semester in Spain program will help you with obtaining a Spain student visa.
Q: My program begins at a later date than George Fox. Can I live on-campus during this time?
A: No. Although you are still considered a George Fox student for the semester, you are not eligible for on-campus housing.
Q: Does the Center for Study Abroad require anything of me before/after my semester off-campus?
A: Yes, students accepted for off-campus semester study are required to:
- Attend an initial acceptance meeting in early February
- Attend two pre-departure orientation sessions facilitated by the Center for Study Abroad
- Attend a re-entry session facilitated by the Center for Study Abroad upon return (graduates exempt.
- Complete an on-line evaluation including a two-page (minimum) reflection of the off-campus semester experience.
A: If it is related directly to George Fox - Your first contact should be the Center for Study Abroad at George Fox
If it is related to your semester off-campus program - Your first contact should be within your off-campus program. You are always welcome to contact the Center for Study Abroad at George Fox.
Q: I'm having trouble adjusting back to George Fox life after I return. Are there resources on-campus to help with this transition?
A: Yes, the Center for Study Abroad is available to meet with you and help you navigate re-entry. Please don't hesitate to contact us.
Q: I want to make sure I am well prepared for my semester off-campus. Are there specific resources available that might assist me?
A: Yes, please contact the Center for Study Abroad who will assist you by:
- Providing a relevant reading list
- Connecting you with other George Fox students who are either alumni of your program or are attending your same semester.
- Scheduling a meeting with the director or assistant director to discuss concerns and suggest preparation.


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A link to the following essay was sent to us in response to The Letter to Goldsmiths that I posted last week. I have only included the very beginnings of the post, but you can carry on reading the rest if you follow the link at the end, (before the end notes).
All of human culture competes for our limited attention and resources, evolving and mutating over time. Everyone plays a role in shaping this behavior, although its clear some key players have more control. Each observation and action is an opportunity to contribute to the reproduction or demise of a thing or idea. The observer changes what it observes, and moreso when content producer and consumer are one in the same.
The Internet has accelerated the pace of feedback between creation and response, and one of the results has been a continued embrace of novelty and irony. Capital, currency and power are running rampant without checks and balances from truth, knowledge and beauty. Its time to more fully embrace directness, earnestness and sincerity. This applies to not only what we make and do, but what we support indirectly through our actions.
The following essay is a deconstruction of, and argument against, the post-internet condition. Specifically, I want to address the over use of irony, novelty, attention as currency, persona as product and the embrace of the spectacle of society.
The first four sections are meant as an introduction to the core argument, and offer a broader context which is often overlooked in such discussions of the post-internet condition. Supplemental notes and sources have been included which provide clarification, tangental ideas and some quotes where appropriate.
///Deconstructing the Image-Object ///Wading in the Wake of Symbolization
It's clear that our time and attention is limited, and there's too much going on in the world to pay attention to it all, especially now. Countless people are fighting for our attention and trying to convert this energy into political, social and economic power. Even inanimate things themselves can be thought of as competing for our attention (1)(2). This competition for attention has been turned into a highly skilled craft by plants, animals (1.5)and culture at large, which is especially evident in the battlefield of consumer products and advertisements.
This competition can be understood in terms of Attention Economics (A) which describes the finite nature of human attention in contrast to the vast and exponentially growing access to information. However, it may be more accurate to describe this situation as an attention based ecology rather than an economy. This ecology is an evolutionary system of richly complex interactions between limited resources (human attention), competing agents (corporations, other people, algorithms, ideas, aesthetic styles, cultures, objects themselves) and countless internal and external forces. The time between publishing information and audience response has nearly collapsed since the dawn of the Internet, further exacerbating this situation. The rapid feedback loop between production and consumption, when considered as a whole, can be thought of as vast synthetic brain evolving its ability to engage with humans and understand how we think (3). (read more)
(1) This can be seen in the material-semiotics of Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari's (B) concept of the rhizome, the world as a horizontal networked structure of relations that seeks equilibrium and is constantly shifting. Michel Foucault, Donna Haraway and much of traditional 'eastern' philosophy also speak on this subject. The fields of cybernetics and chaos theory are scientific approaches to this subject, and I'll address them later on. (1.5) I'd also recommend Michael Pollans "Botany of Desire†regarding the coevolution of humans and plants.
(2)Also in Bruno Latour's Anthropological Matrix(C) which describes the world existing as a web of hybrid things that are both subject and object, between nature and culture, between agency and raw material. In the Anthropological Matrix all things are both real and imagined, both nature and culture. Latour has also extensively written about Actor-Network-Theory (ANT) (D) which describes existence as a network of 'actors' (human or nonhuman, essentially everything) engaged in a series of relationships. ANT disrupts the concept of differentiated individuals acting in the world and states that these things are really the sum of many other actors which reinforce each other.
(3) See Kevin Kelly's inspired book "What Technology Wantsâ€, and authors like Oliver Reiser, Buckminster Fuller, Dane Rudhayar, Sri aurobindo, N.A. Kozyrev, Teilhard de Chardin, Jose Arguelles, et al.
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With a full-service Walgreens pharmacy now open on the main hospital campus, patients can have their prescriptions quickly filled and delivered directly to their room prior to being discharged, eliminating a tedious extra stop between hospital and home. Patients who want the Walgreens service simply fill out a request form that their nurse faxes to the pharmacy, along with the prescriptions. Walgreens handles any insurance authorization, then fills and delivers the order directly to the patient.
Beyond providing an easy, time-saving option for obtaining prescriptions and supplies, the Walgreens program can also help improve patients' compliance to take medications as prescribed by their physicians, which in turn, can help speed recovery.
Located in Waldemere Medical Plaza, Suite 201, the pharmacy is also a convenient resource for hospital visitors and staff. A condensed version of a typical Walgreens, the store stocks greeting cards, toiletries, snacks, medical supplies, and over-the-counter medicines.
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Most college students find themselves sitting in bio-chem, accounting, or classics lectures—you know, classes that are all about your traditional major requirements and such.
But, those at the University of Minnesota are getting a bit more bang for their tuition buck with a very sexy class: a lecture designed to teach women how to have multiple Os. (Um...how can we successfully pose as students there?)
According to the school's Web site, the lecture is for "orgasm aficionados and beginners of all genders" who want to "learn about everything from multiple orgasms to that mysterious G-spot." So, not only are women invited to learn about how to orgasm like champs, but the class is designed to teach men how to better pleasure their girlfriends, too, using a "mixture of interactive activities, lecture, discussion, multimedia, funny stories, and question and answer." Pretty freakin' sweet.
But, coolness of the class aside, what we're getting from this is that the dudes who attend are going to be pretty damn proficient in pleasing women. Looks like the eligible bachelors at U of M just got a bit hotter.
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Lesson nine of the Iowa State Telecom Cabling Course: Misdiagnosing a cabling problem is a troubleshooting concern.
Becoming an effective troubleshooter takes years of practice and experience. Determining the nature of the problem and making sure it''s cabling related is a good start to your troubleshooting process. But, without the proper diagnostic skills, equipment and experience, you can easily misdiagnose a cabling problem.
Finding clues to determine the problem. Many associated network problems can appear to be cabling related, but may instead be associated with hardware or software - such as discovering your cabling problem is actually a defective network interface card (see Fig. 1). Conversely, many cabling problems can appear to be equipment related. For example, "out-of-spec" cabling can result in transmission errors, which will often be manifested as poor performance. The first thing to do when troubleshooting is talk to the user and ask questions (see sidebar, on page 28).
Once you''ve exhausted all possible questions, and you still haven''t determined what the problem is, begin again with a simple visual inspection.
Look around for anything unusual. Check the work area for anything that suggests intervention. Examine telecommunications closets for clues, such as sloppy wiring or evidence of recent changes. Be alert for signs of recent construction or electrical work.
Use a cable tester to check suspected cabling segments. The results will often provide a good indication of possible causes and the location of a problem. If the tester has an autotest function, be sure to look at the results of the individual tests.
Break the problem into smaller parts. If performing a basic link test, examine each component (the channel and each patch cable) separately. For example, if analyzing a 10Base-2 bus, break the bus at the midpoint and then test each half. If the problem is isolated to one half or the other, break the problem section in half again and repeat the process until you locate the defect.
Look for defective terminations or improperly installed connectors. Loose, improperly installed or damaged connectors are a major source of cabling problems. Check for intermittent problems by moving or bending the cable under test near the point of termination.
Ensure proper employment of outlets and other connections. For example, outlets designed for Cat. 3 use will probably not meet Cat. 5 specifications.
Pay attention to installation practices. Cabling installers who do not follow proper installation practices can create a multitude of problems - most commonly not maintaining twists close enough to the point of termination and splitting pairs. This is usually due to using the old USOC pinouts instead of T568A or T568B pinouts.
Examine equipment and patch cords carefully - especially in Cat. 5 installations. It''s easy to accidentally damage patch cords, especially at or near the point of termination. It''s difficult, for example, to maintain the pair twist in close proximity to the modular connector when making Cat. 5 patch cords. Therefore, purchasing a patch cord from a reputable manufacturer rather than making one yourself is a good idea.
Look for missing terminators on 10Base-2 systems. Reinstallation is often faulty during equipment moves and additions.
Look for user intervention. This is a major problem with 10Base-2 systems. Adding sections of cable to a 10Base-2 bus adds a drop cable between a 10Base-2 T-fitting and a network interface card and extends the bus by using an incorrect cable. (For example, cables for IBM 3270 terminals employ the same BNC connectors used by 10Base-2, but are of a different impedance.) A user may have removed one or more computers from the network with the 10Base-2 T-fitting still attached, thus breaking the bus.
Inspect for sources of interference. For example, cable running over fluorescent lights, down elevator shafts or in parallel with and in close proximity to AC power lines can cause problems.
Check for excessive cabling distances - especially extra-long patch cords. This is a common problem with 10Base-2 systems.
Applying the proper troubleshooting tools. You should also be familiar with the tools required to complete these tests. Let''s take a look at some testers so you''ll know where and when to make best use of each.
Wire map tester. Wire map testers are low-cost cable testers that test for opens, shorts, crossed pairs and improper wiring. These units are good for quick, basic tests, but lack the sophisticated diagnostic capabilities of more expensive testers, and are typically for UTP type of cable.
Handheld cable tester. Testers in this category usually provide, at a minimum, the functions of a wire map tester, including that of an optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR). You can use them to measure near-end crosstalk (NEXT), attenuation and induced noise.
Some even include features for identifying multiple cables and tracing cables in the wall or ceiling. They generally test at frequencies up to 20 MHz; and therefore, are not suitable for certifying Cat. 5 installations. Many are designed to work with UTP, ScTP, STP-A and coaxial cable (see Fig. 2). More expensive units store results and allow you to print or export the readings to a database.
Certification test set. These units include all of the functions of the handheld testers described above. They also have features that allow them to verify whether a cabling system meets the transmission performance requirements of EIA/TIA TSB-67.
Certification test units will test a UTP and ScTP cabling system to at least 100 MHz. These units can also measure and record wiremap, length, attenuation and NEXT.
The autotest feature compares the actual measured values with required values for Cats. 3, 4 or 5 performance and displays pass or fail for the entire battery of tests. The certification test equipment also displays pass or fail and the actual measured values for each test individually. These units are capable of other tests, including impedance, capacitance and loop resistance. Certification testers can store data and export it to a database or output it to a printer.
Cable tracer. A cable tracer is an accessory for certain cable testers and certification test sets. It consists of a signal generator and signal receiver. The generator connects to one end of the cable and the receiver and traces the path of the cable - through the wall, floor or ceiling.
Cable-end locator kit. Sometimes called an office locator kit, this is a set of numbered 8-pin modular plugs, each of which the locator can identify. Inserting the plug into an outlet and searching a patch panel to identify the signal is standard practice.
Optical light source and power meter. These are useful in performing loss (attenuation) measurements on optical fiber cable.
Optical fiber flashlight. Use this to determine the continuity of optical fiber strands. It generates a safe light you can check with the naked eye.
Infrared conversion card. This card allows you to visually detect an infrared signal when such a source emits on the card''s phosphorus material.
Low-intensity laser. Also known as the hot red light, the low-intensity laser operates in the visible light range. You use the laser to identify individual fibers within a cable by passing a red light down the fiber. When used as a troubleshooting tool, the cable will glow red at the break point.
Multimeter. A multimeter is a combination electrical meter, which at a minimum measures voltage, current and resistance.
Electromagnetic field strength meter. An electromagnetic field strength meter measures the presence of electromagnetic interference.
Toner/wand. You use a toner to trace and identify cables. The unit operates by placing an audio tone on the cable for you to hear through a telephone test set or identify with a wand.
Telephone test set. Sometimes referred to as a butt set, a telephone test set simulates your telephone equipment and is used to identify circuits.
Miscellaneous tools and equipment. Other equipment you''ll probably need to have on hand includes a ladder, two-way radio, fiber or copper talk sets, alcohol and wipes, compressed air, notebook and inspection microscope.
Developing the knowledge to pinpoint problems on a network and applying the proper tools to troubleshoot a situation is essential to any cabling job. When you go into your next project armed with these troubleshooting tips and background information, you''ll enjoy more successful installations every time.
This correspondence course is offered in conjunction with BICSI, but is not directly sponsored by the organization. The intent of the course is to help students prepare for the written portion of the BICSI Installer Registration Program. This BICSI program also requires hands-on training, which is outside the scope of this correspondence course. This course is also offered as continuing education for those already registered as a BICSI apprentice, installer, or technician.
Remember, correlation does not necessarily mean causation. Don''t make assumptions. Sometimes, equipment moves, construction work or other events can be related and may indicate possible causes of problems. To find out, ask questions such as the following:
z Has the basic link or channel in question ever worked?
z Has the basic link or channel in question been tested?
z When and how did the problem begin?
z Is there some specific event that correlates with the start of the problem? If the problem is affecting a single connection, the chances are it''s within that specific channel or the equipment directly connected to it. If the problem affects multiple links, it could be related to backbone cabling, a link to a shared service or with equipment such as a hub or a server.
z What is the scope of the problem? Is it one connection or many?
z Does the problem affect all activity or specific applications? If only specific applications are affected on a network link, chances are the problem is not cabling related. Some applications are more sensitive to cabling variations than others; some cabling problems may only be associated with specific applications.
z Is the cable damaged? Improper installation practices, construction or remodeling damages installed cable. Also, furniture pushed against a wall plate may create a bend radius smaller than standards allow.


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- About half the country plans to attend an Easter Sunday service
- It takes 6 minutes to make a Peeps Marshmallow Chick
- The popular way to eat a chocolate bunny is ears first
(CNN)Many Christians will mark the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter by donning their Sunday best, attending church and going on egg hunts. But what's the history of the holiday? And how much will we actually spend on those yummy chocolate rabbits? Below are some interesting facts about Easter:
About three in four -- Americans who identify themselves as Christian, as reported by Gallup in December 2014.
50.8 -- Percent of Americans who plan to attend church on Easter Sunday this year.
April 3, 33 A.D. -- Possible date of Jesus' crucifixion, according to the Bible and earthquake research reported in the International Geology Review in 2012.
165 lbs -- Weight of Jesus's cross, as determined by French architect Charles Rohault de Fleury in 1870.
$16.4 billion -- Estimated number of dollars to be spent in the U.S. on Easter in 2015, according to the National Retail Federation.
$140.62 -- Estimated amount that will be spent this year by each American celebrating Easter.
13th century -- About the time people are first thought to have decorated eggs for Easter.
1700s -- Era in which German immigrants bring stories about "Osterhase," an early Easter Bunny, to the United States.
1773 -- Year the first Easter "sunrise service" was held in the U.S. It was organized by members of the Moravian Church in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
180 million -- Number of eggs Americans are "eggs-pected" to purchase for dyeing and decorating this year.
35,000 -- Estimated number of attendees expected at the 137th White House Easter Egg Roll, scheduled to be held the day after Easter, on April 6.
6 -- Number of minutes it takes the Just Born Candy Co. to make a Peeps Marshmallow Chick.
$18,480 million -- Net sales of Mars Inc in 2014 -- the largest candy company in the world, and home of candy brands like M&M's and Snickers.
32 -- Percent of chocolate lovers in the U.S. who buy extra chocolate for themselves around Easter, according to Mintel.
57 -- Percent of Huffington Post readers who voted in 2013 for licorice as the worst flavor of Jelly Belly jelly beans.
89 -- Percent of chocolate bunny eaters who go for the ears first, according to a 2014 survey by the National Confectioners Association.