text:
He's registered a treatment, as well as a script -- "Sam & Delalla." Two other film treatments are in development. What tales are next?
He's a graduate of Mike Pointer's highly regarded "Hey, I Saw Your Commmercial!" acting courses and several improv programs. What challenging and rewarding parts lie ahead for this relative newbie to the field?
No matter the medium -- film, television, theater, commercials, music video or print -- Mark Ziegler will attack your role, shoot or story with enthusiasm and dedication. So c'mon, guys and girls -- why not give this fella a whirl?


text:
Island Fir T&G Paneling
Select Grade
Blakely Island Timber's Select Grade of Douglas Fir t&g paneling is our highest grade of paneling.
It is a select tight-knot appearance grade product. It is much more uniform in appearance
than our Rustic Grade of Island Fir paneling. The knots found in this grade will be fewer and much smaller than those in our Rustic grade.
Limited supply.
Mixed grain, Douglas Fir
Full 3/4" thickness
3 1/4" or 5 1/4" face width
smooth planed on both sides
Beveled on all four edges
(v-groove both sides)
Available lengths: 8' - 12' - 16' + 2"

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Do you fly on the weekends or weekdays?Follow
We have flights every morning except Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Weekends are generally busier than weekdays particularly in Gold Coast and Brisbane so it is recommended to book at least 2 weeks in advance if possible.
Have more questions? Submit a request


text:
Resilient Bars System
Airborne and Impacts Noises – Why you might need resilient bars
If you live in a small flat or house, ceiling height could be a real problem when soundproofing, which is why resilient bars are such a popular product of ours. For rooms with low roofs, the resilient bar decouples the new ceiling from the joist, so sound gets absorbed as it travels through the flange of the bar which is built to absorb vibrations.
As this decouples them, the new wall or ceiling will be separated from the surface that is vibrating and causing the problem. This means that noise travel and penetration should be severely reduced thanks to the resilient bars which are fixed perpendicular to the direction of the joists. This system also utilises mineral wool between exposed joists and two layers of acoustic plasterboard, to catch any vibrations before they slip through gaps or cracks.
Who else could benefit from resilient bars?
The benefits of soundproofing are applicable to almost any environment; from the gentle calm of a home, to the hustle and bustle of a professional office. We, and any other reputable soundproofing company, would strongly recommend resilient bars to any customer that has the budget for them, as they can significantly improve your soundproofing efforts.
You're interested in resilient bars – now what?
If this is something you're interested in, as one of London's leading soundproof experts, we stock and install some of the country's highest quality resilient bars for home and commercial clients. Our experience is matched only by our professionalism, so feel free to contact us, where we can discuss many things such as:
- Whether certain products are in stock
- Any advice for sound insulation
- If materials such as concrete, metal and timber are effective for soundproofing
- Technical questions regarding acoustics and drywall
- What accessories we would recommend to make installation easier
- …and much more!
Most importantly, we'd also be happy to provide FREE quotes for everything resilient bars and soundproofing!
|IMPACT PERFORMANCE (SRI) dB
|AIRBORNE PERFORMANCE (SRI) dB
|Resilient Bar System
|36mm or
(ceiling removed)


text:
Track this route: Get top deals and price alertsGet Price Drops on This Route
You'll now receive email alerts on fares from Boston, MA (BOS) to Aarhus, Denmark (AAR).
We didn't find any great deals for that route today.
See other deals we thought you might like, or search below to compare prices on this trip.
Our Top Aarhus Hotels
See All Aarhus Hotels >


text:
Learning to count is a skill that continues to develop from counting single groups into counting and combining sets. As kids learn to add, they are putting groups together to find a new total, which can be a challenge that involves counting on and know the meaning of how many altogether.
I love adding in manipulatives as much as possible, and my kids love dominoes. These domino addition printables are the perfect activity to add to a math center or small group when practicing early addition skills!
These pair perfectly with our printable addition pack!
Domino Addition
To get this set up, I simply printed out the pages that my kids would need (below) and grabbed a basket of dominoes.
There are two options for playing, depending on the level of your students. You can choose to play with sums to 5, or you can take it further and play with sums to 10.
I used the sums to 5 as a warm up for the day/morning task, so it was used without dominoes. Kids count the dots and write the equation underneath.
This gives them practice with forming addition equations and seeing how parts can combine to make a new total.
In math centers, I had out the sums to 10 version, and kids not only wrote the equations, but also searched for a matching domino. This gives them double exposure to that specific grouping of dots and lets them work on counting, subitizing, and adding.
Grab Your Copy
Ready for some domino addition? Grab your set of the printables by clicking the yellow button below.
Then, for even more fun with dominoes, grab some q-tips (yes, q-tips!) and have fun with our Dot the Dominoes printable!
More Addition Fun
Looking for more addition activities to try? Here are some of our favorites!
Roll, Add, and Color Games for the Year
Building Block Addition Towers


text:
EXETER — Genetic testing links one more case of hepatitis C with the outbreak at Exeter Hospital, bringing the total positive tests to 21.
State health officials announced Wednesday they have identified an additional patient carrying the liver disease. Genetic testing matched the virus with the strain diagnosed in 19 other patients and one hospital employee.
The only known connection between the virus carriers is that they had contact with Exeter Hospital's cardiac catheterization laboratory (CCL) and its adjacent recovery room.
Investigators suspect the outbreak was caused by a hospital employee who stole and injected hospital drugs, then infected patients with contaminated needles or syringes.
The scenario, referred to in the medical field as "drug diversion," has led to hepatitis C outbreaks at health care facilities in at least two other states in the last 10 years.
Both the New Hampshire attorney general and the U.S. attorney's office are investigating the situation in Exeter to determine whether a criminal act occurred.
The state Department of Health and Human Services has asked all patients treated in the cardiac catheterization laboratory between Oct. 1, 2010 and May 25, 2012, to get tested for hepatitis C.
So far, the state has screened blood samples from more than 1,000 of the approximately 1,200 patients identified as being treated in the CCL or its recovery room during that time frame.
In a statement released Wednesday afternoon, Exeter Hospital officials indicated they have established a clinical response team to assist infected patients. The hospital has also added a dedicated nurse practitioner to help infected patients, regardless of whether they choose to receive treatment at Exeter Hospital.
The hepatitis C virus requires several weeks to develop before it becomes detectable in the body of an infected person. Typically, antibodies begin showing up in an infected person's blood within four to 10 weeks of infection.
As a result, people who were treated at the cardiac catheterization laboratory recently are being asked to schedule a second hepatitis C screening to ensure their test results are accurate.
On Wednesday, the hospital announced it has contacted all patients who were identified by the state as needing a follow-up test, and is beginning to schedule appointments for those patients.
Those who still need to be tested a first time can schedule an appointment to have blood drawn by contacting Exeter Hospital's Information and Referral Center at 603-580-6124.
The state is also offering patients who don't wish to return to Exeter Hospital the option of being tested at alternative sites in Hampton and Portsmouth.
For more information, call the Division of Public Health Services Bureau of Infectious Disease Control at 603-271-4496.
To confirm the results of their lab testing, state health officials are sending samples from all who test positive for the virus to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for further testing.
So far, the CDC has processed six samples, which were provided by the state on June 5. State health officials say the CDC found the state lab testing was accurate in each case.
"We are confident in our testing results," state Public Health Director Dr. Jos� Montero said in a prepared statement. "However, given the implications of these tests, we want the CDC to independently validate our results and hopefully shed more light on the outbreak itself."
State announces new positive test in Exeter hep C outbreak
EXETER — Genetic testing links one more case of hepatitis C with the outbreak at Exeter Hospital, bringing the total positive tests to 21.


text:
You are using an old browser with security vulnerabilities and can not use the features of this website.
The tenure track program at the University of Potsdam is a multi-tiered system for filling W2 and W3 professorships. It is associated with staff development measures for junior academics that are focused on science and research, as well as a comprehensive professional development strategy. The program therefore constitutes the foundational structure for an appointment policy oriented towards the long term at the University.
Standards for the Implementation of the Tenure Track Procedure at the University of Potsdam (German only)


text:
Saturday, November 29, 2014
Of Couture and Corn
The holiday weekend rolls on, with yesterday's highlight an outing to the Museum of Fine Arts, ostensibly to see their current exhibition of Goyas. I found an unexpected treat, however, that very nearly outshone even the master's portrait of the Duchess of Alba (not, of course, the recently deceased edition thereof - she was old, but not that old...).
Thursday, November 27, 2014
Last-Minute Menu Suggestion
Just in case your Thanksgiving isn't shaping up to be as perfectly apalling as you'd hoped, here's a tasty, terrifying treat - talk about putting the hell back in Hellmann's!
Monday, November 24, 2014
When Words Fail
Miss Nina tells it like it is. Like it still fucking is. Goddamit.
Posted by Muscato at 11:12 PM No comments:
Labels: Miss Simone, Politics, THU, Video
Sunday, November 23, 2014
Sometimes Jam Today
Saturday, November 22, 2014
The Hitherto Unmentioned: Miss Hollywood
Reading an interview this morning with Miss Anjelica Huston got me thinking, in several different directions.
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Look Around You / All You See Are Sympathetic Eyes
This is my favorite bit from The Graduate, and within it much of why I so admired Mike Nichols.
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
How Are You Celebrating?
Today is World Toilet Day. Are you, like Jeannie Sue here, doing the traditional Dance of Bubble-Action Exhilaration?
Sunday, November 16, 2014
Shameless Sunday Super Camp Explosion - Pet!
In the fall of 1964, Miss Petula Clark might well have had a few concerns about her career...
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Phone Home
So - have you been following the comet-landing? Who could have thought, in these cynical days, that the adventures of a plucky little techno-pioneer could be so gripping?
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
Grace Under Pressure
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
These days, I'm with Marlene here...purely lazy...
Thursday, November 6, 2014
A Bulletin from an Invalid
Subscribe to: Posts (Atom)


text:
Brainstorming Blog & Article Posts - When you just can't think of another idea!
Brainclouds but no Brainstorm
You've all had that feeling - as if there's just no more topics you can possibly think of to write about.
You're washed out, tired, your brain just won't throw up any of those awesome subjects that it once did.
Well it's time for some serious action - you need to get in there and brainstorm up some fabulous ideas - the more the better. Read on for some inspiration.
Around and Around - Items
Look around your house, or somewhere you spend a lot of time. Concentrate on parts of it and start thinking... here's some examples:
- Looking through your clothes might help you remember a time you had to repair or clean them... a place you've been...good or bad times.
- Looking at your roof, walls & housefittings might remind you of home handyman jobs, renovations or other houses you've lived in.
- Looking at electronics may remind you of how hard they are to assemble, how much trouble they've been or why you'd recommend them to a friend.
- Looking at your old books might inspire you to write a review or even start your own piece of creative writing.
Work and Play - Places
Think about the places you go each day. There's probably plenty of places you see without even giving them a second glance. Here's some ideas:
- Your workplace - what can you do that other people might want to learn?
- Local park - inspiration on how to set out a garden?
- Places you travel - would you go there again, quickest way to get there and driving?
You're Inspiring! - People
We all spend time with people - sometimes many different ones, depending on our jobs. But have you thought about how they can influence your articles? Try asking someone about themselves. Not only will they think you're a great listener, but if you throw in a word about your favourite topic they may think of an area of it you haven't covered yet....
Would You Like Fries With That? - Food
Everyone eats but how often do you think about it? Food opens up a whole new area to write on:
- Worst and best foods you've had.
- Restaurant reviews.
- Local and traditional foods.
- Favourite recipes.
- Family recipes.
The Write Way to Go
You're surrounded by inspiration for posts - you just may not be able to see it. Start repeating to yourself, as you go through your day or browse the internet "Will other people want to know about this" or "How can I make money from this."
Eventually it will become like a mantra - you'll get used to thinking about how things you never realized may be of great importance to other people - from sending an email to cleaning dust off easily.
The Challenge - Pen & Paper!
So here's the challenge - a great way to get a list of ideas.
- DO not go on your writing site or blog for a minimum of 12 hours (sleep not included!)
- Find a quiet spot and have pen and paper ready.
- Set the timer for 5 minutes.
- Write down ten or more different post ideas - on anything you can think of.
- Write one post immediately based on one of the ideas.
The goal of this challenge is to start new posts/articles - and if you only start posts from 2 of those topics... that's still two more posts, isn't it?
Very helpful! I sometimes get ideas from listening to talk radio! This was a good topic to write.
It's been about two weeks since I have written a Hub. I just can't get inspired! You could say I've lost my self confidence about writing here. You have given some good tips here to make me think!
Voted UP and shared.
Fantastic article here..different perspectives can sure change things up and create lots of ideas..great job voted up etc & shared..cheers
I sometimes swear off using the computer for a day or two to unlock the creative juices. Where I live now, inspiration even comes in the mail each month in the form of a free 20-page magazine about upcoming events in our town and interesting residents.
Great tips! Voted up and awesome! ;D
Thank you for sharing this awesome Hub about brainstorming.:) I will be trying the challenge that you recommended tomorrow.:) Thank you for sharing all the awesome informative information.
I was in need of this indeed! Thank you so much for this great post.
Thanks for sharing these. Great suggestions to get the ball rolling.
oh god..i was in the same situation....Now i know what to do....i have plenty of ideas to start a hub now...thanks very much..
I love talking about thinking. Super. I agree that ideas are all around us. Next week my mom and I are going to a nearby Mennonite bakery. I'm going to take my camera and make a wizzley page on it!
Get ideas to get us all thinking - thank you!
Where is the 30 day challenge so I can join?
Thank you!
This is just what I was looking for .. I've been in Hubpages for 2 days and was wondering if I was supposed to blog or what..
Now why didn't I think of this? What incredible ideas! Thanks for the help.
Simple. Inexpensive. Awesome.
Thank you!
From time to time it happens to all writers. That is, the mind simply voids all ability to get anything down onto paper...or in this case onto the screen. It's a painful experience. It actually does hurt. These are some great ideas to at least work to get some of the old fires burning again.
Of course, there is the perusing of HubPages itself of course. Something you read or something that gets said in the comments on another's hub can certainly cause a moment of inspiration and get you writing a comment back that's actually a new hub.
Very awesome. I definitely needed this! thank you!
I am so glad you wrote this! I love the names you gave all the ideas. A hubstorm, indeed! I am in need of one here soon.
Great advice, thanks!
This is great advice , so many hubs are empty , i like this.
Hubtacular advice!
i have to save this and read it online but am certain its use full
I have begun writing down ideas for the fall and winter. As I am now understanding the maturation process it seems pertinent to write future hubs now that will be established and popular at the time people are thinking about the subjects and seeking information on the internet. Thanks for offering more tips on hub subjects.
great hub reading well detailed thanks
A real good hub. I am impressed.
Best Regards :)


text:
HTR Launchpad Demo day, Today June 4th!
The Newdigs crew, for the last 14 weeks, has been participating in High Tech Rochester's Launchpad business accelerator. It's been an extremely rough process on us (which is good!), but we've come the other side stronger, with more knowledge of our market. That said, today is literally the culmination of the program: pitch day.
Come join us and the rest of our Launchpad classmates at pitch day at Geva theatre. Follow this link to register. It's today at 4PM-7:30PM at Geva Theatre!


text:
This will also be a kickoff event for the water project in Santa Maria Ixhuatan, Santa Rosa, Guatemala. Alex will share how he came to become involved in this community and the goals of the project.
There will be light Guatemalan themed refreshments for a small donation as well as items for sale that were made in Guatemala. There will also be a raffle! All proceeds and donations will go to support the Water Project in Santa Maria Ixhuatan, Guatemala.
Purchase tickets by clicking the button on the right of this page to let us know how many guests to plan for. Cost is a donation of $10/adult, $5/child or $25/family. Please share this event with your friends! It will be a powerful evening that will change lives.
Please RSVP via the event on facebook or by buying tickets so we know how many people to plan for. (https://www.facebook.com/events/461399537392334/)


text:
WOW! I can't believe how long it's been since I've been able to sit down and write for my OWN blog. I've been working a lot (which i'm so happy about), but there hasn't been much time to come here and be with all of you. I'm so grateful that I have some free time this morning (after getting a chunk of work done) to catch you all up on what's been going on in my life!
First off, I'm sorry I haven't been able to write these past two weeks. As you know if you've read my previous blogs, WE JUST BOUGHT OUR FIRST HOUSE! What what!!! We are so thrilled and grateful for everyone who has helped us reach this point in our lives. I'm sitting in my new living room right now and it already feels like home.
My husband and I were talking about how crazy it is that all the rentals we've ever moved into took a while to feel like home, but this place just automatically screams our names! I guess that's the difference between renting and owning…for us anyway.
Some wonderful things happened while I've been MIA! My favorite you ask? Well, my sweet little boy turned 10 months old! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?! I swear the time flys by faster when you are watching someone grow up each and every day. It's so strange to see him changing little by little, but it's also a lot of fun too!
Isn't he just the sweetest thing you've ever seen in your life? He's such a good baby too! And i'm not just saying that. He has the sweetest temperament. I just know he's going to be a great man one day!
Baby Flynn loves bathtime (still), is eating what mommy and daddy eat now (and had his first bites of spaghetti), thinks our dog's barking is hilarious, can say mamma, dada, and night night very clearly, is pulling up and trying to walk already, and just moved into his new bedroom!
YUUUM! Needless to say, he went straight into the bath after he was finished eating. He's just like his daddy…pasta is the nectar of the Gods.
I also hit a little milestone in my life. I turned 27 on March 8th which just happened to be moving day! What a fun birthday present for me, right?
I took a shameless birthday selfie and posted it on my instagram. You can follow me @ellenvandever if you want to see more updates from me and my little family!
Do you notice all the moving crap in the background….yeah…our house is pretty much a mess right now. But it'll get there. If you know me, you'll know how very hard it is for me to function properly when things aren't in their place or organized. Hopefully we can remedy all of that very soon…or I might just lose my mind.
This was my birthday lunch. It's a little known fact but calories don't actually count on your birthday! 😛 Not a healthy food in sight…don't worry…I got right back on my diet once my birthday was over.
I guess diet isn't really the word I should be using. Healthy lifestyle is better. 🙂 But honestly, who can live without a little mac and cheese and mashed potatoes every once in a while. I am a Southern girl after all.
I also got some really cute birthday presents to help decorate my home. The shelves went up and the knick knacks came out!
I just love that sign. I think i'll do a separate post on what I got for my birthday. My amazing family and friends got me some awesome things and I can't wait to share them all with you! Everyone seriously hit the nail on the head!
After all the moving…it was time for some self care. I opted for a Freeman avocado and oatmeal mask which is SERIOUSLY AMAZING! I loved the feeling of it and it left my face feeling so soft. I think this is my new favorite face mask. You can get it here if you want to check it out for yourself! I also found the cutest bath bomb you ever did see! Plus, the green tea smell was AMAZING!
I know some of your were curious about what colors we're painting our walls. How about I give you a little sneak peak? This is baby bird's play room!
I took that picture before the paint was dry so it looks a lot less blotchy now. Everyone who goes in that room says that it's so calming and peaceful. I love light blue- it's one of my favorite colors.
Speaking of painting…I painted some really cute Moana themed shoes for our real estate agent's granddaughter last week! I wanted to be able to do something nice for them since they helped us out so much!
What do you think? I'm considering putting them on my Etsy shop!
I'm really happy with how they turned out! I hate to toot my own horn but…toot toot! 😛
Before I go, I'll leave you with some more adorable pictures I took this week of sweet baby Flynn!
I just can't get enough of that kid. He's literally growing up right before my eyes! Being a mother is truly an amazing gift!
I hold him at night while I'm rocking him to sleep and thank my lucky stars that I'm his mama. <3
Well, that's it from me! Now that things have calmed down a bit, i'll be back to writing on a normal schedule again. Thank you all for sticking with me through this transition!
Questions for you:
- Do you like renting or owning better?
2. What paint colors did you pick for your home?
3. What's your favorite self care item?
Talk to you all soon!
Ellen 🙂


text:
The Games Affair - A Question of Possibility (Episode One)
Television (Full Length Episode) – 1974 Fantasy Children
Set during the 1974 Commonwealth Games, The Games Affair was a thriller fantasy series for children. Remembered fondly by many who were kids in the 70s, the story follows three teenagers who battle a miscreant professor who's experimenting on athletes with performance enhancing drugs. This first episode include some SFX jumping sheep; John Bach as a blonde, grunting villain, and a youthful Elizabeth McRae. It was NZ telly's first children's serial, the first independently produced long-form drama, and an early credit for producer John Barnett.
The reason why we've all come together for the Games is coz we were all once beaten by Britain ... or something like that.– Chris Ropata
Endeavour Television Productions
Music by Ross Harris.


text:
K6JRF's Page
formerly W6FZC
My Mercedes Benz
S500 Coupe
I no longer recommend EM for your Mercedes repair. The management has broken confidence with me by their attitude and actions.
When the business first opened (20+ yrs ago), it was a excellent repair shop where its ONLY tech could repair ANY Mercedes no matter what! Other MB shops sent their "couldn't fix" cars to his shop. Sadly, he died in a tragic motorcycle accident and the shop went into turmoil. The silent-owner took over, hired MB techs and has enlarged their floor plan but I believe it was too much, too soon.
For 15+ yrs, I supported EM in every way I could . . bought a Mercedes from EM . . had service done there . . recommended EM for email I received . . sent people to EM and some bought cars based on my recommendation . . made many posts in Mercedes forums . . posted technical pages based on ideas learned from some EM techs . . aborbed all costs to keep an Internet presence for EM. Click here to see one of the pages posted in 2009.
In return, I could buy MB parts for my Cool Harness at cost + 15%. Not bad . . to make 15% profit from a few key strokes on a computer. Recently that support has abruptly ended. The agreements have been broken w/o giving me a valid explanation. Not a good way to treat a loyal friend and customer IMO. In addition, I was personally admonished for attempting buy some parts w/o prior approval from the owner. Of course, this was the way it was done previously. When asked why the change . . the owner said ". . I don't have time for this nonsense"!
The other day, I was there from morning to mid-day, the phone didn't ring for service appointments and there wasn't even one 'drive-in'! Maybe others have noticed their change in attitude??
So, sadly after 20+ years, I can't, in good conscience, recommend their services for your MB. It will take some time to find another shop(s) and when I do, it will be posted here.
Welcome to my Mercedes S500 Coupe auto page. The info here will assist you in troubleshooting the electrical
- 18 Yrs of Smog Test Results: 2000 to 2018 -
The 2018 California smog test for my Mercedes S500 was completed recently. I've kept the previous test results so I decided to
see what, if any, the results might show. The table below summarizes the 2000 to 2018 smog tests run every two (2) years.
Similar to my Mercedes, I've kept the Smog Test results for my '90 Honda Accord LX. Since the car is 28 years old and had original smog accessories, those were replaced six (6) years ago prior to the 2012 smog tests. As you can see, the 2010 results were very shaky. In 2012, a "pre-test" was done to see how bad it is and it was bad! Although it did pass, it was just under the NOx and HC limits.
Honda 1990 Accord LX
The Honda's smog components were in bad condition as most were original parts . . . with 148000 miles in 2012! The PCV long since ceased to perform and was now a "bi-lateral" valve. The air-filter was plugged solid and finally, the EGR valve was badly carboned. In addition, the O2 sensor was also original as was the catalytic converter. Note the readings were progressively getting worse with the years so in 2012, all major smog elements were replaced. After two (2) years, the results are still exceptional as shown in the chart. The Nox at 25MPH was only 10 ppm [limit =530]!
So the $500 investment (including labor) in 2012 to replace the 02 sensor, catalytic converter, PCV valve, air filter and spark plugs has shown to be a good investment. All in all, the CA smog Test results for 2018 show it to be quite good except that the CO is higher than previous years, so possibly the O2 sensor needs to be replaced before the next smog check in 2020.
Test Only Smog Stations
As you may know, all older cars MUST be tested by a "STAR test-only" smog center. After searching and interviewing the owners, I chose to use A&P Smog located at 7835 Armour St, telephone 858-560-8874.
The YELP site shows some picture details of the site here. The owner, Chris was a Lexus/Toyota tech for 28 years and knows the emission systems for all cars. The A&P webpage is here. You can email them at
The state of California wants to remove older cars, so the smog "checkover" is very detailed. They have forbid car warmup period. So now they want the tech to start the car, idle it for 2 minutes and go into the smog test. If the car was parked and shut off (as is the norm), the cat will be cold meaning that it could fail smog testing. Best to keep the car idling to ensure that the cat is hot.
It should be obvious that they want to remove the older cars from operation so you should make sure that the car is thoroughly warmed and has been taken on the freeway to fully heat the catalytic converter. A word to the wise!
Starting in Jan 2013, all 2000 or newer cars have be tested using their ON-BOARD systems; no interconnection to the smog stations equipment. Today (2014), I found out that the new-cars (2011 and later) test ok but that early cars have problems passing b/c of "glitches" in the test system and CA state software.
Air - Fuel Ratio Variations
One of the best 'visual' charts I've ever seen is the one shown here. It clearly shows the effects of air and fuel ratios on the amount of NOx, CO2, CO and HC generated.
It also shows how "good" your catalytic converter MUST be to remove and reduce the amounts of pollutants to acceptable levels that allow the car to pass California smog tests. The RED hash marks show the current CA Smog test limits.
Running the mixture with Lambda = 12.5 gives the best power and lower engine heat but raises the level of the main pollutants, HC and CO but lowered NOx levels. You can see that there isn't an "ideal" setting for Lamdba to get the lowest value for ALL pollutants.
The best compromise is the Lamdba setting at 14.7. The lowest amounts of HC, CO are produced but higher NOx levels. However, these limits MUST be reduced almost an order of magnitude to meet current CA smog test limits. A tough job for your catalytic conveter.
A good discussion of the AIR FUEL RATIOS is here.
Honda Lambda Calculation
If you want to translate your smog parameters into Air-Fuel-Ratio (AFR), then download the Lambda Calculator Pro program to see how well your vehicle is "tuned". Very simple and straightforward program to install and use. My S500 cpe's AFR is "1"; ie Lambda = 14.7 at both 15 and 25MPH. Can't be better than that!
To plot the results of the CA Smog tests for my Honda, simply enter the numbers from the summary sheet into the program and it will show how it's performing. After entering the numbers for "25MPH" from the 2018 smog results, you see that Lambda = 1.00 meaning that the Air/Fuel (A/F) ratio 14.70 making the fuel mixture stoichometric! Not bad for a 1990 Honda!
Auxiliary Fan Modification for All Mercedes
Get a cooler running Mercedes in 5 minutes! That's how easy it is to install either version of my
Cool Harness(c) into your Mercedes Benz. Simply unplug
the existing harness and install it into the CH(c) and your MB will
reward you with a cooler operating engine.
The Cool Harness-V2(c) fills the void for the late model Mercedes owner who wanted a Cool Harness. Now it's here after long last!
All of the comments for the original version Cool Harness apply to this version. The Cool Harness-V2 temperature cut-in point has been set to 94 deg C. So only ONE (1) version of the CH-V2 is needed.
The CH-V2 has two (2) separate sensors within the package. Mercedes changed to this combo sensor starting with '95 model year cars (and earlier for some other models). It combines the original CTS (B10/8) and ECT (B11/2) sensors into one housing. In the CH-V2, the ECT sensor is 'stock'. Also the modification to the CTS portion does NOT affect the ECT portion. Each sensor operates independently.
The CH-V2 is made using a Mercedes-Benz Original Part quaranteeing good-as-new performance along with the Cool Harness benefits. Unfortunately Mercedes parts cost have literally skyrocketed and that means a higher price for the V2 model.
Original Cool Harness: The price is $103 plus $6 s/h. S/H charges for USA orders only! Please contact for foreign order shipping.
Cool Harness-V2: The price is $103 plus $6 s/h. S/H charges for USA orders only! Please contact for foreign order shipping.
Both Cool Harness(c) models come with detailed installation instructions complete with detailed pictures of various MB engines showing the CTS location to assist you to complete the installation. If you can plug-in a toaster, you can install a Cool Harness(c) into your car.
For the original CH model, there are currently (2) models that you can select.
Personally, I use and recommend the CH-92 model.
* The remarks assume a hot day, 85F or above with 80% RH or higher with the A/C operating.
The higher the CH's cut-in temperature, the less the Aux fan(s) will operate. For example, with the
CH-95, the fan(s) will only operate if the engine temperature attains approximately 95C which
would most likely be during stop/go traffic. During freeway driving, the fan(s) may never operate. This assumes that your
car operates between 82-92C normally, which most Mercedes do.
Unsolicited comments from enthusiastic Cool Harness users:
Thanks again.
You can check before and after in dead traffic.
Thanks a lot! Will recommend to my friends. = RM =
I replied that he should take his family to dinner since the CH-92 will not materially change the engine cooling.
His reply: I will hold off then on purchasing anything further for now. Thanks again for the honesty and for making this device. It certainly works well! = JD =
I got [Croatia] the V2 and installed it ['95 S320] and it works perfect, I asked myself why the hell did I not buy it a few years ago! This is perfect Thank You! = BB =
Wanted to send a quick thank you � �Cool Harness� [CH-92] arrived today and was beyond easy to install ['94 E320]. I also checked the coolant mix, and as suspected, it was way rich! Between the coolant adjustment, additive (PI) and the Cool Harness, it feels like the car is running as the day I bought it with 77k original miles. The engine temperature never even approached the 100C line and I could verify the fans kicking in much earlier. = CH =
Got the CH-92 in on Friday. I think it took me longer to find my keys than to hook it up. I ran the car ['95 S420] Saturday, what a difference!!! It got a bottle of purple ice last night too. Thank you for another great product!!! = MK =
Received [Brunei] 2 pieces Cool Harness-V2. Just install one in ['94] C280. It works like magic. The temperature stays around 90 deg C. Thank you. = PCF =
I'm impressed. Comes on at 92 [CH-92] and will keep it around 90 with AC in 90+ temps ['94 E500]. Without AC, it brings it down to below 82 where it runs in the winter. Kinda wish it turned off earlier. Am very pleased. Thanks. = WW =
Thanks for promptly shipping your cool harness [V2] for my '95 S500 Sedan. I showed this to my master Mercedes tech and he was quite impressed. I installed it ['96 SL500] within 5 minutes over the noon hour and already I can see a dramatic change in the temperature gauge. Thanks again for all of your help. = CG =
It works like a charm [CH-92]. In fact better than I thought. My next door neighbor stopped me as I was tooling down the street and I talked to her for 45 minutes while the car ['95 SL500] was running in 92 degree weather. Normally, it would have hit the top of the temp gauge, but this time it stayed at mid range. = AC =
Finally, solved temperature problem, it was Temp gauge. Today I replace the sensor with new one (only 14$). Difference between real coolant temp. and temp. gauge is about 5'c. My car is '95 S320. After replace the new temp. gauge sensor with your CH_V2, coolant temp. never exceed 95'c even in hot weather with air conditioner on. Before installing CH_V2 and new temp. gauge sensor, my car's coolant temp. is 100~110C, sometimes over 115C in hot weather. Aux fan's kick in temp. is just bellow the 95'c!!! Thank you so much for your great job and advice. Now, I am so happy that I don't have to worry about engine temp.!!!!!!! Best Regards = HBY =
I recently ordered the CH-92 and I just wanted to get back to you on it, and tell you that this Cool Harness is an outstanding buy! I installed it in less than two minutes and from the very next day the car runs extremely cooler. I use to read the temp gauge before at 100 degrees and above, but now it reads just at or above 80 degrees constantly. I recently drove my S-class ['94 S500 coupe] on a road trip from Tampa Bay to Orlando Florida and it was about 98 degrees outside. Living in Florida the daily outdoor temperature is always steamy HOT, but that very day my benz ran a cool 85 degrees the entire trip. Overall, this device works and definitely recommended period. Hats off to you. = PP =
I installed the Cool Harness [CH-92] right before I left for Vegas last Wednesday ['93 300TE], and it worked great! Went on to Parker Dam on Friday into 124 degree desert heat, uphill quite a lot, and the peace of mind I had in seeing my temp stay in the 100 degree range was priceless. I'm glad I found you. = MH =
Got the Cool Harness [CH-92] a few days after you sent it [Austria!], but hadn�t the chance of testing ['92 300D] it until the last few days, which were warm enough to use air condition. Well, what should I say? It works perfectly! Thanks for the easy transaction and the great product. I will talk to my father - I think he will need one for his S-Class too. ;-) = CEL-H =
Got the Cool Harness [V2] today, it works great. I'm running at a cool 94 deg ['95 E320], and it was pretty hot today. Install took less than a minute! = MP =
Real nice little product [CH-92], I figured it would help some but didn�t know really how great it is. The other day I�m driving from San Diego to Temecula in 95+ heat, with the A/C going and I noticed when I hit the stop and go traffic the temp gauge stayed well below its normal spot (above the 80 line) and didn�t think much of it, so when I got to Temecula I stopped by the ATM machine in 100+ heat and left the car idling in the parking lot. Well the car�s ['95 E300D] temp gauge didn�t move and when I got out I heard those fans just whirling away and thought yeah, that�s a good little product � thanks! = TH =
I received the CH-92 a few weeks ago and installed same day and its working great. As you said, the temp does not go beyond 92C. I ran the car ['92 190E] on idle for over 5 mins and never went over 92C even with the A/C on. Great product and very well build. Thank you again and also you have a great web site on information. = NM =
I just wanted to let you that I received my CH-92 last Friday and installed it ['91 300E] the following day and it works great! The temperature gauge stays below 100 degrees at all times......even with A/C on! Thank you for a quality product and outstanding service. = AH =
I bought the cool harness CH-92 a few months ago and was discussing with you how it would work. It must have been related to outside ambient temperature (at the time it was 30). Ever since the warmer weather has arrived, It performs flawlessly, ['95 S600] just wanted to say thanks for a great product and a note on the temperature issue. = NR =
Just wanted to drop you a not to let you know that I received the harness CH-92 and it is working beautifully in my car. My engine bay ['94 E420] and I would like to thank you for a cooler running car. = AW =
I am one happy/cool Benz driver with your brilliant invention � I put it in [CH-92] and drove all day today with the coolest engine ever ['91 300TE]. Wish I knew about this several years ago as it is one of my pet peeves that MB makes the fan wait until the engine is toast before it kicks on � planned obsolescence? Thanks = DF =
I received the Cool Harness, [CH-92]. The directions were great. It took all of one minute from the time the hood was up till the time I shut it to install ['93 300SE]. I immediately took it out for a full A/C on hiway drive. Yep, it works, stayed below 98 degrees centigrade the entire time. No more creeping up over 100 degrees C anymore. Thanks for a great product. You ARE the MBZ man! = BS =
Just wanted to drop you an note to thank you for your device [CH-92]. It works great. Your installation instructions were accurate and it went right in. When sitting in traffic ['95 S500], the temp goes up to 90 and no higher. It used to make me nervous when the temp gauge would go up to the 100+ mark on the engine temp, now I don't have to worry about it. = SL =
Thanks...installed the CH-92 and it works great! Both fans whirling a steady blow through the radiator at the 92 degree mark ['94 E420]. = FA =
CH-92 works well. I was afraid of it running the fan most of the time. At least in 70F weather, the thermostat keeps the engine just slightly below the CH-92 [cut-in]. When I slow or stop with the AC on I get the fan SOMETIMES. This keeps the engine temp in a very narrow band which is especially good for the '91 300SL as it has the infamous combination of iron block and aluminum head. I'll pass along the good news to my buddies. = MK =
The "Cool Harness" [CH-92] is working GREAT, the car ['90 190E] never heats up beyond the set COOL HARNESS temperature, and I live in Las Vegas where the temperature is already hitting 100 degrees some days! = BV =
Wow, what a difference it makes, I live in Los Angeles and its been hot, I just drove in la traffic with AC on, up and down hills, I got it [CH-95] installed in my '94 E420 at Mr MB Motors on Reseda he was awesome. wow! thanks for that!!! = RU =
Just received my "Cool Harness", CH-92 in the mail. It is truly amazing. I installed in about 3 minutes with the engine ['92 400E] still hot. Instantly, my overall operating temperature is 20 degrees cooler. I tested it in the San Fernando Valley, where temperatures reach 105F and it worked perfectly. I even left the car idling, with my wife inside, AC on full for 10 minutes and the temperature did not come up. This product is truly incredible. Anyone with a MBZ should use one. = BT =
Just got the CH-92, installed it and that thing works great! My '92 400E runs much cooler wish I had know about it sooner. = GO =
Received the CH-95 today. Took 30 seconds to install ['92 300TE] and it works perfectly. The fans cut-in just shy of the 100C line on the temp gauge. That is exactly where I wanted it to cut in. Cooled the engine down to where it normally operates at (87C). This is a great idea. I think every one, especially in the South, should use one. It simply keeps the engine from fluctuating up into the high heat zone. Have a good day and I'm going to recommend this to my Mercedes mechanic. = DW =
I received CH-92 on Friday, installed it per the very detailed and organized instructions included with package. I drove the vehicle ['94 E420] several times this weekend and the temp stays at worst between the 80-100 marks. You have kept my vehicle running in top condition, I can't thank you enough. Great products, great marketing, great service. . . thanks again. = SS =
The cool harness, CH-92 is AWESOME! The temp ['94 S500] has not gone beyond 90C even once. Before this it used to linger between 100-110. THANKS SO MUCH!!! YOU ARE THE MAN!!! = AM =
I received the Cool Harness yesterday and installed it immediately ['94 E420]. What a difference it makes. Heat index today in Georgia was between 105 and 110. Drove approx 35 miles this afternoon and temperature ran around 85 on the hwy. Sitting at lights it may have gotten to 100 but dropped down quickly. Thanks again! = BT =
You can add me to your list of satisfied customers! I installed the CH-92 in my '92 500E in May and it has kept the car cooler, even in the summer heat of Dallas! If you even need a referral, let me know. I'll be glad to tell your prospective customers. = DH =
This CH-92 is great. It fit my '92 600SEL V12 just fine. On the V12s, the 'blue based' temperature sending unit is in the very front of the car, next to the power steering reservoir, under a plastic cover with MB emblem. About 10 min job, and most of that was getting the original connector off. So far it seems to keep temp right at the low to mid 90's 'C on the dash temp gauge. = BM =
I installed it right away and just came back from the test drive. Great product indeed, congratulations... It really took me only 3 minutes to install ['93 600SEL] it, including two to find out how to take off the plastic cover on the engine. It's the CH-98, and the fans cut in exactly at the 100C and shut off at 90C. That is exactly what I wanted!! Cheers from a satisfied customer. = MM=
Got the cool harness today, its awesome. Works like a charm, engine stays cool. Had a little trouble at first finding the CTS on my '92 500E but after installing, it was awesome! = PE =
The Cool Harness is absolutely awesome, it keeps the temp steady around 95 ['92 500E]. I always thought that the engine was like a CPU, keeping it cooler means it runs smoother. Very excited to see that it works as advertised. = GN =
I received the CH-92 and installed it today. Works great! The fans kicked on immediately because the car ['95 S500] was hot. = SF =
Super neat job on your design: the angled connector end and the shorter wire length is totally stealth. ['89 190E] = FD =
Got the part, the direction are very clear and the fan works very well ['94 C280]. Here in South Texas is way to hot for not using this option. It is a quality product you have built it looks very professional and unless anyone knows what to look for I doubt even the MB technician would spot it! Thanks again. = LH =
I installed the Cool Harness, CH-92 I got from you and my car ['89 190E] never saw 100C again! Very neat, looks like OEM and it works! = MA =
I just wanted to say thank you. I received the part [CH-92] today and installed ['88 300SE] it in less than a minute. Now I can drive with piece of mind despite all the traffic and warm days here in Atlanta. = RB =
I got a cool harness, CH-92 from you about a month ago and put it on my '94 C280 here in Tucson, AZ. I think it is a great part and I am sorry I didn�t order it sooner. = MK =
The CH-95s both work as advertised. Combined with the lower coolant ratios using WaterWetter in my '89 300TE, I definitely see cooler engine temps. My 420SEL was already running well within the 85-95 range. Whatever the reason, the M103 engine tends to run hotter than my 420SEL. = EA =
To order one or more for your car, click here
to send an Email containing;
'Cool Harness' is copyright© 2000-2018 by K6JRF.
Diagnostic Trouble Code #19 Repair Eprom for V8 Mercedes-Benz
This is one of the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) that is reported by the Diag Module (Menu#6) which states:
Fuel injectors open/short or self-adaptation in LH-SFI control module (N3/1) at limit. This code lights the
Check Engine Lamp (CEL) because it directly affects engine emissions. The "problem" lies in the Fuel Computer Module
and it's not a 'nice' code as you will see!
I did finally install the chip onto my '93 400e and the check engine is gone. I passed smog and I wanted to thank you.
I can drive the car another 2 years. Thank you so much!!! = CH =
- your full name and address including city, state and zip,
- a phone number where I may contact you if needed,
- your Email address,
- Mercedes MODEL and YEAR info,
- PayPal payment preferred. Will take cashiers checks and USPS Money Orders, no foreign MO!
DTC_19 Eprom is copyright© 2000-2018 by K6JRF.
All rights reserved.
Mercedes-Benz Diagnostic Trouble Code Manual
I've received many requests for a document that summarizes the Mercedes-Benz Diagnostic Trouble Codes (MB_DTC). Well,
it's here! After collating a number of sources, the DTC document is ready to help you properly diagnose your car.
The product is available two ways:
Printed Manual: Printed on quality white bond paper and bound with clear cover/dark back page ready for use in your shop or driveway! The Manual is printed double-sided, 160 pages total. The price is $49 + $6.50 s/h (USA orders). Shipped by USPS 'media' rate unless otherwise requested.
Please check for availability before ordering.
CD-ROM: There are TWO (2) versions:
1) For all Mercedes owners. This has all DTCs for all models and years. The complete manual or select sections may be printed for your use. The price for this CD version is $39 + $6 s/h.
This version is in the universal PDF (portable data format), so all you need Adobe's Acrobat Reader to read/print the DTCs! A current version is furnished on the CD if you don't not have it; simply install it and you're set to read the DTC Manual.
E-mail: 2) Need to find out what those blinking codes mean now? And you have high-speed DSL or cable? Then get it via email. The Manual is 5MB and can be downloaded in a few minutes w/ a high speed DSL connection. The price is $29 complete. Note that this version cannot be printed. If you require a hard copy, then purchase the CD-ROM version above.
To build a compatible DTC reader, click here The schematic shows how it is constructed. You can build this inexpensive DTC reader from 'junk' box parts.
To order your DTC Manual, click here to send an email containing;
- your full name and address including city, state and zip,
- a phone number where I may contact you if needed,
- your email address,
- CD-ROM, PRINTED Manual or E-MAIL. Quantity orders will receive a discount; will reply by Email]
- PayPal payment preferred. Will take checks (prefer cashiers), money orders, no credit cards!
PayPal is free to use as a buyer. There's no fees and it a very secure and instantaneous way of sending money with zero risk! Click on PAYPAL for complete information.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Manual is copyright© 2000-2018 by K6JRF.
W140 ETM for Mercedes-Benz
The W140 Electrical Troubleshooting Manual [ETM] on CD-ROM contains 1422 pages and is PDF format. It can be run from
the CD or (preferably) copied to your computer. It runs from all versions of Adobe Acrobat or other compatible viewers.
W140ETM is copyright© 2000-2018 by K6JRF.
Performance Chip for '92-'95 V8 Mercedes-Benz
PAD chip does not "fix" the DTC#19 code problem.
Get horsepower in 20 minutes! That's how easy it is to install PAD's POWER+CHIP in your 1992-1995 Mercedes Benz V8.
Simply remove the Eprom chip using the step by step instruction sheet and install more hp and torque.
To boost horsepower output, the chip has been re-designed to increase the fuel injection and timing parameters
allowing for increased usable power through out the RPM range.
PAD chip is warranted for 90 days for defects due to eprom failure. No other warranty is expressed or implied.
Beside Ham Radio, I have another avocation, Mercedes
Benz automobiles. Here's my story to date.
|S 500 (140.070 chassis)
|Mode of Operation:
|4-stroke engine, gasoline injection
|No of Cylinders:
|3.80 in (96.50 mm)dB
|3.35 in (85.00 mm)Hz
|Piston Displacement:
|303.5 cu in (4937 cm^3)
|Compression Ratio:
|315 hp/5600 rpm (245 kw/5600 rpm)
|Max Torque:
|347 ft-lb/3900 rpm (470 Nm/3900 rpm)
|Max Engine Speed:
|6000 rpm
|Firing Order:
|2460 mm
|Downshift points:
|D to 3: 124 mph (200 km/h)
3 to 2: 79 mph (127 km/h)
2 to B: 46 mph (74 km/h)
|Rims - Tires
|7-1/2 J x 16 H 2
|Electrical System
|Starter Motor:
|12V/100 Ah
|Spark Plugs:
|Bosch F8DC4 (org F9DC0)
|Electrode Gap:
|0.031 in (0.8 mm)
|Tightening Torque:
|15 - 22 ft lb (20 - 30 Nm)
|Main Dimensions
|Curb weight
|4,785 lb; 1994, 4,695 lb
|Trunk capacity
|14.2 cu ft
|Overall Length:
|199.4 in (5065 mm)
|Overall Width:
|75.3 in (1912 mm)
|Overall Height:
|57.3 in (1455 mm)
|Wheel Base:
|115.9 in (2945 mm)
|Track, Front:
|63.1 in (1603 mm)
|Track, Rear:
|62.0 in (1576 mm)
|Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Capacities
|Oil Filter:
|8.5 US qt (9.0 l)
|Automatic Transmission:
|9.1 US qt (8.6 l)
Fluid change: 8.1 US qt (7.7 l)
|Rear Axle:
|1.5 US qt (1.4 l)
|2.1 US qt (2.0 l)
|Power Steering:
|1.4 US qt (1.3 l)
|Front wheel hubs:
|2.1 oz (60 g)
|Windshield washer:
|5.3 US qt (5.0 l)
|Cooling System:
|16.4 US qt (15.5 l)
|Fuel Tank:
|26.4 US gal (100 l)
Reminder: Don't Forget to Replace the Motor Mounts!
We trend to forget about the car's motor support, the infamous motor mounts! Well, you shouldn't! When the MMs collapse, crack
and split as shown, the engine effectively sits on the frame. All engine vibrations, and torque are transmitted into the
The MB S-Class has consistently defined the capabilities that modern passenger cars should aspire to. From performance and
comfort, to passive and active safety features, to reliability and durability, the S-Class has been an innovator and a
leader. Powerful, agile and reassuringly secure, an S-Class automobile imparts sheer driving pleasure and enduring
satisfaction like no other automobile in the world.
The gasoline-powered 5 liter engine uses four valves per cylinder to increase the engine's capacity to 'breathe'. The faster
and deeper the engine breathes, the more power it produces. To help improve torque at low and mid rpm, the intake-valve timing
of the engine automatically adjusts. The result is vigorous off-the-line launch and reassuringly swift passing power.
Much of what makes a Mercedes Benz a Mercedes Benz is the result of hand craftsmanship. The many Mercedes workers have learned
the arts of upholstery and woodworking and these are passed down from skilled masters.
The library quiet of the S500 is built to spirit the occupants over the road in security and elegance. Each is built to meet the highest expectations of its owner.
The Navigon GPS Car Navigation, Model 7100 guides you turn by turn to your destination with high accuracy. It provides voice guidance
prompts so you can keep your eyes on the road, while having the visual monitor for reference. It has been rated as very user
friendly due to its ease of use and many options available for choosing your destination.
Recent Interior Additions . . .
Thanks to various vendors, I've added a few extra enhancements to the interior. Also can't forget my wife's Christmas
present that you see below; a instrument cluster overlay. Came direct from MB in Germany so it's probably from a newer
S600 as a custom upgrade.
This section will highlight people that do unusual things to and about Mercedes-Benz cars.
I started about 4 years ago when a friend of mine in the insurance business told me about purchasing cars directly from him. At that time I didn't think much about it but now every 3 months I purchase a Benz, rebuild and sell it. Funny cause it's not for the money but rather a hobby. Besides nothing like seeing the end results of these beautiful cars!
I don't do this full time. I'm a Systems Administrator (MCSE) during the day and rebuilding cars is my hobby. The only thing I don't do on these cars is the welding, painting and well, now I will be able to reset codes thanks to your scanner. All else is done by me and sometimes with my wife's help! I don't have a web site but you are welcome to show off these pictures on your site. I'll send you pictures of the '89 190E 2.6 that I restored for my wife in the near future.
Rudy Pullano
Click here to send email to Rudy:
DISCLAIMER - K6JRF Page
"My Mercedes-Benz S500 Coupe"
Mercedes-Benz is a trademark of Mercedes-Benz of North America, Mercedes-Benz USA LLC and other Mercedes-Benz corporations.
The words Mercedes-Benz is solely used to identify a make of automobile and do not imply or indicate any affiliation or
relation of the "My Mercedes-Benz S500 Coupe" with the manufacturer or their distributors.
Copyright � 2000-2018 by K6JRF.
Mercedes Links
. . . Victor's excellent site for MB repairs of Wiring Harness and Throttle Actuator called RestoreYourMercedes.
. . . Diag Trouble Codes for 'E' class (190s, 300s, 320s) DTCs by Bat Automotive
. . . Pictorial DIY articles for Mercedes repairs at Peach Parts Wiki
. . . Find MB replacement parts at the Peach Parts Shop
. . . More places for MB replacement parts at the R&R Import Auto Parts
. . . Mercedes scanners, tools, test and diagnostic equipment at Technic Tool Supply
. . . Unique all-natural engine cleaner that works at Auto-RX.
. . . Repair/rebuild of Mercedes Climate Control Systems and
Electronic Throttle Actuator by Beckmann Technologies
Miscellaneous Links
Send me with your comments
Visitors since July 3, 2000


text:
Rosemary Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 1TE
01255 424571
Followers 0
We currently have no information about the attributes at this pub. If you know Carlton Hotel we would love you to update any missing details, or correct anything you think is wrong. Update the pub details
latest pub news, offers & events
We're really sorry but we don't seem to have any offers or events for Carlton Hotel.
We're sure there must be something happening here but they just haven't told us about it! Please do mention this to Carlton Hotel when you next visit them.


text:
How often do you get the idea that perhaps you've heard it all? I know that every once in a while I hear of something that leaves me convinced that now, finally, I have heard it all. Which works fine until the next outrageous thing comes along and nicely disabuses me of that illusion. The latest example of which is here:
Cemetery full, mayor tells locals not to die
BORDEAUX, France (Reuters) - The mayor of a village in southwest France has threatened residents with severe punishment if they die, because there is no room left in the overcrowded cemetery to bury them.
The first thing that I wanted to know what just exactly what was the severe punishment going to be for anyone who violated the ordinance and died illegally? Or how were they supposed to prevent these illegal deaths? Have they come up with some kind of super antioxidant anti-death drug that will keep a person alive until they can solve the problem of the full cemetery?
Technorati Tags: france, weird+law, overcrowded+cemetery, cemetery


text:
New Bistro to Open Soon In Quincy
Quincy will soon be getting a new bistro in the former Lakeview Restaurant building.
It was announced on KHQA's website that Dunbelly Bar & Bistro will take over the former Lakeview Restaurant building (4403 Broadway) within the next few weeks. Dunbelly Bar & Bistro is an upscale comfort food dining establishment. Those looking for an application to work for Dunbelly Bar & Bistro can click here to apply and interviews will be held August 20 through 22.
Lakeview Restaurant closed their doors in 2015 after being open for over 52 years in the Tri-States. The building has been used for special events, receptions, and weddings. With the news of Best Buy closing early in the week, this is good news for Quincy. There is no official opening date, we will keep you posted as information is released.


text:
Book Your Cheap Flight Tickets to Las Vegas
What does travel mean to us? To some of us travel is a pursuit which is carried out to get away from the usual stress and pressures of daily life while for few others travel has a greater meaning. On one hand, for few people, travelling can be a very personal experience to see and feel different things; few others travel to get the bragging right of where they have been and what they have done. The over all enjoyment that one derives from travel accentuates when a traveler has comfortable, secure and low coast travel experience
Las Vegas is famous as entertainment capital of the world. It is located in Nevada desert in the southwest United States. It is a must-visit destination on list of seasoned travelers across the globe. The city is recognized as a haven among gambling, shopping and dining fanatics. Due to numerous casinos, strip clubs and associated entertainment joints, travelers often think that only adults can enjoy travelling to Las Vegas. On the contrary to it, Las Vegas has everything for family entertainment too. The city is home to of lots of nice restaurants, national parks, museums, community centres and snake parks.
Thus, there is wide range of pursuits which one can enjoy in Las Vegas. As you plan your tour to Las Vegas, you need to look for low cost or cheap flights to Las Vegas. You can do that in a easier way and at the convenience of your home using flightcatchers.com.
Reading online and travel guides about tourist attractions in Las Vegas will always help you to enjoy a smooth, comfortable and pleasant tour to the city. In case, you happen to be an adventure junkie then you can opt for a river rafting, sky diving or climb a sandstone rock at Nevada desert during your tour to Las Vegas.
Simply looking at the famous musical fountains in front of the Bellagio restaurant in Las Vegas will give you much needed peace and relaxation. Thus a Las Vegas will give you the feeling of euphoria that one gets during a fulfilling travel experience. Get your discount, cheap flights to Las Vegas Booked and enjoy complete doze of fun, entertainment and indulgence.
Martin Nobel shares his views about flights to Las Vegas. Get more information about cheap flights to worldwide destinations please visit http://www.flightcatchers.com


text:
Windows System Software -- Consulting, Training, Development -- Unique Expertise, Guaranteed Results
I like not filtering the announcements forum into a folder so I can get the latest news in my inbox, but with support requests happening there I get an email for every person who has a comment to make about their post being lost. Would it possible to put support into a different forum?
Thanks for your feedback, Mr. Lurhs.
Your request makes sense... I'm just not sure there's enough of EITHER traffic (announcements or admin requests) to warrant separate forums.
Let me think on it.
Again thanks,
Peter Viscarola
It looks like you're new here. If you want to get involved, click one of these buttons!
|Upcoming OSR Seminars
|Writing WDF Drivers
|21 Oct 2019
|OSR Seminar Space & ONLINE
|Internals & Software Drivers
|18 Nov 2019
|Dulles, VA
|Kernel Debugging
|30 Mar 2020
|OSR Seminar Space
|Developing Minifilters
|27 Apr 2020
|OSR Seminar Space & ONLINE


text:
Unshakeable: Your Financial Freedom Playbook- Honest Book Review
Before you read the book. If you are looking for a book that can encourage you to invest in theRead more
Before you read the book. If you are looking for a book that can encourage you to invest in theRead more
I welcome everybody to the first series of the 12k Budget. I will share some relatable stories of my firstRead more
I have learned a lot from my schools. After spending 15 years of my life in school, I had greatRead more
Today, I will discuss everything there is to know about Bitcoin mining. Mining could be a potential passive income ifRead more
I have heard of this question quite a lot from social media, and friends who wants to start investing, butRead more
I know you've heard of coins.ph from your friends, from Facebook, or from online advertisements. But you've never really knewRead more
This is a key to personal finance. This is not a get rich-quick scheme. If you want something like that.Read more
The Total Money Makeover: A proven plan for Financial Fitness An evolutionary book made by the author Dave Ramsey.Read more
Written by Robert T. Kiyosaki, the famous writer of the book Rich Dad, Poor Dad and an entrepreneur who wantsRead more
Hello! Everybody. Welcome to Bitcoin 101. I would like to introduce Bitcoin to the World and How it wouldRead more


text:
Box Out Bullying uses interactive theater to capture the attention of all students.
It adapts each performance to meet the developmental stage of different student groups. Our audience is engaged through all learning modes: auditory, visual, and kinesthetic. We assure that students learn by seeing, listening, AND doing, which produces better results than using a video, a book, or a single lecturer.
Students will laugh, cheer, and think! They will walk away with important tools and insight to empower them to be stand-up citizens and key players in ending bullying.
Find out more about Box Out Bullying's program offerings:
"Our district began the implementation of the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program 3 years ago. We were fortunate enough to bring in Box Out Bullying. To say we were extremely pleased is an understatement... Read More (PDF Download)
"A colleague had recommended Box Out Bullying because she said, "they are the best." From start to finish they were entertaining, engaging...and yes, they are the best!"
"This organization did an excellent job addressing bullying prevention throughout my school community. Student assemblies, Parent Workshops, Classroom Residency Program, Box Out Bullying did all the work, but I'm getting all the credit for bringing them in!"


text:
Leverage Grab Straps
The Leverage Grab Strap from Skinz Protective Gear is made of custom molding over aircraft cable to ensure it's a strong as you need it to be! The contoured grip pattern is designed specifically for gloves. CNC billet mounts ensure that the grab strap stays where it belongs, allowing you to take your sled where you need it to go.
1 Products
Products Per Page: View:


text:
Technology is a part of everything we do! Governments, civil societies, businesses and all citizens are extremely dependent on it for various things. At the same time technology is widely considered as a cure to solve global issues of poverty, health & education problems and other development related issues.
If we look deeper into different technology based development interventions it is clear that in spite of a lot of potential benefits, technology has not been able to deliver on its promise so far. Some critics point out that technology is an enabler and it is more important to develop the appropriate enabling environment (social, economic, legal, and political) to realize all the benefits that technology promises. As a result, there are multiple viewpoints and opinions about the role of technology in the development space.
This blog is an attempt to contribute to this discourse to bring to light various viewpoints on the potential role technology can play in the creation of a better, fairer, stronger and safer world. In this blog, I aim to derive by reasoning, judge from evidence or personal experiences the value of technology for promoting socio-economic development in societies. In the process, I hope to better understand and possibly decipher whether the benefits of the technology based development interventions are a hope for the future or is it hype!


text:
DeGale vs Truax, Selby vs Ramirez are Sat in London – Frank Warren and his Queensberry Promotions are at London's Copper Box Arena for a big fight card topped by two world title fights.
IBF world super middleweight champion James DeGale returns to the U.K. after an extended stint of fights abroad. Providing the opposition against the former Olympic gold medalist is American veteran Caleb Truax. DeGale has not fought since January of this year when he came up with a draw in a title unification bout against Badou Jack. The 34-year-old Truax won his first fight in a year this past August and he is looking to put together some momentum.
The IBF's 126-pound featherweight champion Lee Selby is set to defend his belt against undefeated Mexican youngster Eduardo Ramirez. The popular Selby is entering his fifth title defense of the belt he won back in May of 2015 with a technical decision win over Evgeny Gradovich. The 24 year old Ramirez has gone 1-0-1 so far in 2017, including a draw against highly rated prospect Leduan Barthelemy in his last outing.
Several regional title matches are also scheduled on the card. Check out more details in this latest TBC report. The evening's featured fights are set to air on BT Sport in the United Kingdom and on Showtime in the United States. Check local listings for start times.
Saturday, December 9th, 2017 – Copper Box Arena, London, U.K
(Card Subject To Change):
126 LBS 12 RDS: Lee Selby (25-1) vs Eduardo Ramirez (20-0-3)
168 LBS 12 RDS: James DeGale (23-1-1) vs Caleb Truax (28-3-2)
175 LBS 12 RDS: Anthony Yarde (13-0) vs Nikola Sjekloca (32-4-1)
160 LBS 12 RDS: Joe Mullender (10-2) vs Lee Churcher (13-3-1)
DeGale vs Truax, Selby vs Ramirez are Sat in London / Check out more boxing news and features at The Sweet Science.
James DeGale prepares to defend his belt on British soil this Saturday.


text:
This page contains open datasets related to the InterSCity project.
More information about the datasets and their structures are available in More details & Download.
This dataset contains the simulation of 4 million vehicles (cars and buses) moving through the
city of São Paulo in a day. It contains the input and output files of the InterSCSimulator.
Release date: May 18, 2018 Format: XML, CSV Size: 1.3 GB License: CC BY-SA 4.0
Reference: Santana et al., Geração de Rastros de Mobilidade para Experimentos em Redes Veiculares.
II Workshop de Computação Urbana (CoUrb 2018), 2018. BibTeX
Contact: Eduardo Santana (efzambom at ime dot usp dot br)
This dataset represents trips performed by 2,183 bus lines of the city of São Paulo.
The trips comprise 8 days: 7 typical days in a week and 1 atypical day (easter eve) of 2017.
The dataset is available for use in the InterSCSimulator and provides information such as the
identification of bus lines, frequency of departures, and average speed between edges that link
two bus stops. This video shows the simulation of three bus lines using this dataset in the InterSCSimulator.
Release date: May 18, 2018 Format: XML Size: 146 MB License: CC BY-SA 4.0
Reference: Wen et al., Criação de Modelo para Simulação de Movimentação de Ônibus a Partir de Dados Reais.
I Workshop Brasileiro de Cidades Inteligentes (WBCI 2018), 2018. BibTeX
Contact: Melissa Wen (wen at ime dot usp dot br)


text:
It is in our nature to question things. Often, we question God's goodness because of things in the world we don't like. We wonder if God is fair. We often forget that we actually don't want God to be fair because we would be in a world of hurt if he was. Today's Psalm reminds us that God is faithful even when we're sinful. This is the kind of unfair we can really get behind.
Ezekiel 14:12-16:42:
- 12-23 – God makes it clear that any one of the four acts of destroying an unfaithful city would suffice, but he has committed to all four acts against Jerusalem.
- 1-8 – The vine is Jerusalem. God makes it clear that Jerusalem will be completely useless and easy to destroy now that it is separated from God.
- 1-14 – God reminds Jerusalem that it is he who made the city great. It was nothing without him.
- 15-22 – When they refer to Jerusalem "whoring", it means that Jerusalem would give itself to any available idol worship or other god that presented itself. Jerusalem was not faithful to God.
- 30-34 – God explains that Jerusalem's actions weren't even as beneficial as a prostitute's. Even a prostitute gets some reward for her sins.
Hebrews 7:18-28:
- 18-22 – This is a continuation of yesterday's comparison between Melchizedek and Jesus. This continues to describe Jesus as superior to Melchizedek.
- 28 – God still uses sinful people for his purposes, but we still have to look to Jesus, who was perfect, for salvation.
Psalm 106:1-12:
- 6-12 – This psalm reminds us of God's faithfulness even in the midst of our failings.
Proverbs 27:4-6:
- 5 – Open rebuke gives a person an opportunity to self-correct. Hidden love has good intentions but doesn't actually help the other out.


text:
- Eat and Drink
- Cafes and Takeaway
- Sandwich Bars and Delis
West Cornwall Pasty Co
Waterloo Station LambethLondon SE1 8SW
01844 205 118
Much-loved Cornish Pasty stall.
Cornish by name, Cornish by nature. Their pasties are Cornish through and through and they work hard and are proud to be the UK's largest pasty operator. West Cornwall Pasty Co. place the highest regard for excellence and have been recognised for this at The World Pasty Championships where they took the crown for World Champion for their traditional pasty in 2014 and again in 2015.


text:
"An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest." – Benjamin Franklin
Here at Fill the Gap Marketing we are committed to helping you to grow you business. Of course, we can do your marketing for you, but if you prefer, we can teach you to do it yourself.
- VISIT: Come along to one of our Marketing Academy events.
- LISTEN: Book Jo Wilson to come along and do a talk or a workshop for you
- DO: Sign up for our Make Marketing Happen program
- DO: Have a look through our marketing resources
- DO: Register for TARGET, our email marketing bulletin
- DO: Click to receive your MAP – how to get your business to where you want it to be
- You could even do all of the above – that would really get your business growing!


text:
Chapter 3 - Establishing Robust Security
An effective security infrastructure must address a number of different needs:
Core OS security. This prevents unauthorized behavior by application programs.
Application security. This protects programs and information resources from unauthorized use.
Authentication security. This ensures that a user, application, or agent is in fact the entity that it claims to be.
Communications security. This prevents the unauthorized disclosure or modification of information that is transmitted across both external and internal communication networks.
Monitoring and management. This detects and responds to attempts to violate security, and includes the process of improving security techniques as technology and potential threats change.
Multi-level security. This includes the capability of users with varying levels of access privileges to share information resources with appropriate controls.
Security certifications. This includes implementing new ISO-standard certifications that replace United States-specific levels such as C2.
On This Page
Brief Historical Perspective on Security
Security Overview
Windows Server System Security
Brief Historical Perspective on Security
Computer security often involves trade-offs, and the trade-off between security and convenience is a common one. For example, in the early days of computers, computer security was defined by physical security. This meant that computers were kept in locked rooms, guarded and monitored by trusted personnel, and disconnected from outside devices. This security model severely limits the system's usefulness because a computer in a locked room without outside connectivity is inconvenient to use. Any access to the system requires travel to the secure location and physical control of the console. Although this style of security still exists today for a few very highly sensitive systems, a key to successful security measures is a design that minimizes inconvenience.
Microsoft minimizes inconvenience to users and security administrators by providing tools that accomplish security-related tasks. Active Directory® is a repository of information that ensures administrators can manage user authentication and access control easily and efficiently. It also allows central management of many aspects of security policy for the enterprise and offers the user the convenience of a single authentication password to remember. Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) 2003 lets administrators deploy and manage the distribution of security-related software updates, freeing the individual user or department from the need to consider the applicability of updates.
Vulnerability Arises from Offering Services
In contrast to the old isolated computers that were inaccessible from outside connections, today's systems offer a wide variety of network-based services, for example, file sharing, Web access, and database access. Any system that offers such services or that is connected to the Internet, whether running UNIX or Microsoft Windows or a mainframe operating system, is vulnerable to attack from outside sources.
When comparing alternative operating systems, evaluate the effort required to implement a corporate policy controlling services offered from individual desktops and departmental servers. Active Directory facilitates enforcement of corporate standards throughout the enterprise.
Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting
Through authentication, authorization, and accounting, computers providing services across a network are capable to distinguish between legitimate requests and unauthorized attempts at access.
Authentication is the means to identify a valid user. A valid user presents some proof of identity that is checked against a directory containing the authentication tokens of valid users to confirm identity. In a large organization, administration of such directories is a vital part of maintaining security. Active Directory offers a centralized service that stores and validates user credentials across an entire organization. This service is easier to manage than a distributed collection of authentication services. Furthermore, Active Directory is integrated as part of the Windows operating environment and does not require a third party add-in.
Authorization defines what rights and services a user is allowed after access is granted. Large-scale systems must be capable to limit access to services based on each user's role and responsibility and according to policies set by management. As with the user directory, correct administration of policies and roles granting access is vital to security. Active Directory provides the means to control resource access by comprehensively establishing and enforcing policies and group membership.
Accounting collects information about the end user's access to resources and resource consumption, which can then be processed for billing, auditing, and capacity-planning purposes. Windows integrates accounting information with other events, including security events, to permit correlation and in-depth analysis.
However, even with careful attention to access control, systems can be vulnerable to security attacks due to unforeseen circumstances, including software flaws that are exploited, errors in system configuration, or an authorized user that compromises security. Access to secure systems must be monitored so that in the event of an attack any damage can be detected, limited, and repaired. Part of the data for monitoring access comes from accounting information logged in the processes described in the previous section, but additional monitoring for intrusion is also important to security.
Balancing Risk and Value
Developing a security policy entails identifying corporate information assets, characterizing threats against these assets, balancing the possible damage from a security breach and the likelihood of such a breach, and the cost of measures to prevent or deter the attack. If a computer system holds data that is of little value and can be easily replaced, elaborate security measures are not warranted. However, a system holding crucial high-value information justifies strong protective measures. Again, the central management provided by Active Directory and Systems Management Server lowers the cost of protective measures and eases the identification of assets and threats.
Security Overview
UNIX was created at AT&T Bell Laboratories as a research project, initially used by a small community of engineers. Because this was a relatively benign security environment, security was not a key requirement in the UNIX design. UNIX provided user authentication service and differentiated between ordinary work and system administration, but security was not an important consideration.
For example, the user identity file /etc/passwd, was publicly readable, and some application programs required access to it. User passwords included in that text file were encrypted but were subject to a dictionary attack or to the brute force decryption of passwords by the more powerful computers available today. In response to this vulnerability, UNIX developers relocated encrypted passwords to the shadow password file so they were no longer readable by all users. Modern UNIX systems provide common, secure user authentication across multiple computers in a network through mechanisms such as NIS+.
The original UNIX authorization system centered around file system ownership and permissions. A file in the file system is owned by a user and group and three sets of permissions to read, write or execute are defined for the file: one set for the owning user, one for the owning group, and a third set for all other system users. Each user can be a member of more than one group. A single special user, root, is defined as the system administrator and has full access to all system resources, regardless of ownership or permissions.
Development of Network Access
AT&T initially made UNIX available at a low cost to the academic community. The University of California at Berkeley licensed UNIX from AT&T and developed substantial components for the system, including the first implementation of the TCP/IP network stack and the socket-based application program interface that are still in use. Until that time, early versions of UNIX did not provide network access, but did support remote access through serial lines, including dial-up modems.
The academic security environment surrounding UNIX was mostly benign because key administrative data processing systems were typically supported on mainframes. Functionality rather than security was the main UNIX design goal and developers added many insecure services to the system, such as telnet, ftp, and rsh that used password authentication, but communicated passwords and all other data unencrypted across the network.
The growth of UNIX coincided with the development of what eventually became the Internet. This growing wide area network connected many of the systems at universities, exposing them to many possible security threats.
Modern network services rely on encryption for security. Secure protocols employ encryption for authentication, through either a shared secret or a public/private key pair. Encryption also provides communication channels safe from unauthorized access and tampering.
UNIX systems typically incorporate encryption for communication security, whether provided by open source software, manufacturer provided components or additional third-party products. Standard network protocols incorporating encryption include:
A secure Web service (for example, HTTPS, SSL, and TLS)
A virtual private network protocol (for example, IPSec)
Secure authentication and authorization protocol (for example, Kerberos)
Protocols incorporating digital signatures (for example, S/MIME for encrypted e-mail)
Microsoft Windows incorporates standards-based encryption protocols as well as an encrypted file system and a cryptographic API supporting third-party security devices such as smart cards.
Network Firewalls
A network firewall provides a single point of control to defend a private network from unauthorized access originating in the public Internet. The firewall limits access by rejecting unauthorized network traffic from the outside network, preventing possibly dangerous traffic from reaching computers on the internal network.
Windows client and server systems include Internet Connection Firewall (ICF), providing packet filtering and network address translation (NAT) capabilities. These features can be used to protect a single system from attack or to create a full scale firewall, separating a protected network from the Internet.
A firewall protects against software flaws in services provided on the protected network by excluding traffic that may exploit a flaw. It can also prevent an inadvertent administrative configuration error from compromising security by preventing incoming traffic from reaching an incorrectly configured system. By centralizing policy control and monitoring, a firewall reduces the number of systems that need to be carefully administered and monitored, ultimately increasing security and reducing costs.
To provide remote network access for traveling users or to share resources with business partners, firewalls can provide virtual private networks (VPNs), using the public Internet to create an encrypted network-to-network connection.
Windows client and server systems include VPN capability based on IPSec.
Although a network firewall limits the services accessible from the outside network, usually some services must be allowed. Any permitted service represents a potential vulnerability.
Furthermore, firewalls cannot protect systems from attack by an insider. Whether connected directly to the protected internal network, or connected from outside through an authorized mechanism, an insider may have access to systems and services not under the control of the firewall.
Bugs and Updates
As the Internet has grown, organizations responding to security vulnerabilities have evolved. The CERT Coordination Center disseminates information on security flaws that affect the Internet. The lists of bugs and updates maintained by this and other security-related organizations clearly demonstrate that all software manufacturers face the same problem: new flaws are constantly discovered and must be fixed quickly and the fixes distributed to customers using the affected software.
One alternative to UNIX and Windows is Linux. However, a recent Forrester Research study indicated that Microsoft responses to security threats were faster than those of major Linux vendors including Red Hat and Debian.
For more information on this study, refer to:
In any large enterprise, keeping up with the flow of security-related updates is a challenge. Automated tools to manage the update process are a necessity. Microsoft provides the Windows Update Services (WUS) and the Systems Management Server (SMS) to address this need.
For more information on Windows Update Services, refer to:
For more information on Systems Management Server, refer to:
For more information on the CERT Coordination Center, refer to:
Secure Configuration
As noted earlier, early UNIX systems were often shipped with many of the security services disabled. This is an example of the security versus convenience trade-off. A system shipped with services disabled required an experienced administrator to select and configure the appropriate services in a given application. Software vendors have acknowledged that in the face of today's security threats, systems should be shipped in a more secure default configuration.
One aspect of the Microsoft Trustworthy Computing Initiative, a company-wide initiative to ensure the delivery of four essential aspects of trustworthy computing — security, privacy, reliability, and business integrity — in its products and services, is that newer Microsoft systems are more secure by default. Providing secure services, such as Active Directory's Kerberos authentication system, that replace or enhance the function of less secure services limits the loss of convenience.
Access Control Lists (ACLs)
The original UNIX authorization mechanism provided limited flexibility in assigning access rights. Modern UNIX systems have been augmented with an optional component that includes access control lists that provide finer-grained authorization. Windows also provides access control through ACLs, an integral part of the modern Windows design.
Windows Server System Security
Since its inception, the Windows Server has held security as a focus of its architecture because it was specifically created for enterprise computing. Today's Windows Server has exceptional core security features such as Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) certification and industry-standard Kerberos authentication services. Windows Server also provides Credential Manager, which allows for the secure storage of user credentials, including passwords and X.509 certificates. This provides a consistent single sign-on experience for users.
OS-based security in the Windows Server System is implemented on an object and policy basis, rather than partition basis. That is, the OS provides the tools to associate permissions to individual system objects, including — but not limited to — users, computers, and organizational units. By using the tools, users establish policies for how those permissions and user privileges interact. Administrators can set access permissions, assign ownership, and monitor user access at the individual or group level.
Administering security on a local computer or on multiple computers is accomplished by controlling password policies, account lockout policies, Kerberos policies, auditing policies and user rights. System-wide policies can be created by using security templates, applying templates using Security Configuration and Analysis, or editing policies on the local computer, organizational unit, or domain.
Windows Server 2003 OS Security
Each edition of Windows Server 2003 supports the indicated security-related attributes:
Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition: Internet Connection Firewall (ICF), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Certificate Services, and Smart Cards
Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition: ICF, PKI, Certificate Services, and Smart Cards
Windows Server 2003, Datacenter Edition: PKI, Certificate Services, and Smart Cards
Windows Server 2003, Web Edition: PKI, Certificate Services
ICF provides protection to computers directly connected to the Internet and prevents scanning of ports and resources, such as file and printer shares, from external sources. This feature is available for LAN or dial-up networking, VPN, and Point-to-Point Protocol using Ethernet (PPPoE) connections.
PKI allows Windows Server 2003 users to implement standards-based technologies, such as smart card logon capabilities, client authentication through Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security (TLS), secure e-mail, digital signatures, and secure connectivity using Internet Protocol Security (IPSec).
Using Certificate Services, users establish and manage certification authorities that issue and revoke X.509 v3 certificates independently of commercial client authentication services, although commercial authentication can be optionally integrated into the PKI. There is little distinction between OS and application security in the Windows Server family. Applications not only have full access to the security services built into the OS environment, but also cannot circumvent them.
The Common Language Runtime (CLR) is a key element of Windows Server 2003 that reduces the number of bugs and security holes caused by common programming mistakes, resulting in fewer vulnerabilities for attackers to exploit. CLR verifies that applications can run without errors and checks for appropriate security permissions; ensuring that code only performs appropriate operations. It does this by checking where the code was downloaded or installed from, whether it has a digital signature from a trusted developer, and whether the code has been altered since it was digitally signed.
Security Configuration and Analysis enables quick review of security analysis results. It presents recommendations alongside current system settings and uses visual flags or remarks to highlight any areas where the current settings do not match the proposed level of security. Security Configuration and Analysis also offers the capability to resolve any discrepancies that analysis reveals. Windows Server Management Services provides different levels of security to suit the organization, or creates a new security template with specific preferences.
Security certifications are also in place to ensure the integrity of the Windows Server System. Windows 2000 Professional, Server, and Advanced Server all meet Common Criteria EAL 4, augmented with Systematic Flaw Remediation (ALC_FLR.3). This latter augmentation level refers to the proven-effective process that Microsoft has established for responding to emerging security threats.
For more information on Windows Server 2003 security, refer to:
Authentication and Applications Security
Authentication security is also integrated into the Windows Server System. Several varieties of authentication are available, and their use is controlled by policies established by administrators. The Active Directory service ensures that administrators can manage user authentication and access control easily and efficiently.
Active Directory provides protected storage of user account and group information by exerting access control on objects and user credentials. Because Active Directory stores not only user credentials but also access control information, users who log on to the network obtain both authentication and authorization to access system resources. For example, when a user logs on to the network, the security system authenticates the user with information stored in Active Directory. When the user attempts to access a service on the network, the system checks the properties defined in the discretionary access control list (DACL) for that service.
For more information on Active Directory, refer to:
Windows Server 2003 can be used for authentication and as an identity store within heterogeneous Windows Server System and UNIX environments. Windows uses the standards-based security and directory services provided by LDAP and Kerberos to provide secure and single sign-on capabilities between Windows, UNIX, and Linux systems.
For more information on Windows security and directory services, refer to:
Microsoft also provides Microsoft Identity Integration Server (MIIS) a centralized service that stores the identity information of users, applications, and network resources. MIIS reduces the security risks and costs associated with managing and integrating identity information across the enterprise. MIIS also simplifies the process of synchronizing information, provisioning and de-provisioning accounts, and managing passwords.
For more information on MIIS, refer to:
Communications Security
Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) Server connects the modern distributed systems infrastructure to the outside world, allowing for safe two-way interconnection to the Internet while accelerating performance by pooling connections and reusing cached content.
ISA Server is an enterprise-level firewall and proxy server that provides fast, secure, and manageable connectivity. ISA Server is easier to use than traditional firewalls and enhances Internet connectivity and e-mail security, including networking on a VPN. ISA Server supports industry standard protocols and increases productivity by providing quicker access to the Web, active caching and refreshing of frequently used content, and conserving network bandwidth resources.
A single server running ISA Server can meet small business or branch office needs with integrated wizards for VPN deployment, simple management, security, proxy, and caching functionality. The size of an ISA Web cache can be easily increased by adding more servers to enable a Web proxy array of virtually unlimited size for high availability and accelerated Web access.
For example, an eleven-computer ISA Server array running at the Microsoft corporate campus serves approximately 130,000 unique IP addresses and averages about 75,000 concurrent sessions. During a five-day work week, the array services 732 million Web page requests. Of that traffic, approximately 6 terabytes are retrieved from the Internet, while approximately 700 GB are retrieved from the ISA Server cache.
For more examples of ISA Server performance, refer to:
For more information on ISA Server, refer to:
Microsoft Response to Security
By virtue of its ubiquity, the Windows Desktop and — to a lesser extent — Windows Server, is the preferred target of hackers, viruses, and other security threats. This is because there are more Windows systems available to attack than all other types of systems combined. When a new virus or worm that targets Windows is discovered, it is immediately reported through various media outlets because of the potential impact it may have on millions of users and applications.
Microsoft has been rated by the multinational Common Criteria for Information Technology Security Evaluation (CCITSE) as having a rapid and effective response mechanism for correcting emergent security vulnerabilities. This capability to quickly and effectively respond to threats ensures that Windows users will have the minimum number of days of exposure between the discovery of any vulnerability and its correction.
As the importance of enterprise information systems has grown and the Internet has evolved, companies have increasingly recognized the need for information security. Security is not merely a technical matter, but also is an ongoing process of choosing good policies, selecting and implementing tools to support those policies, and monitoring the results.
Microsoft has recognized and responded strongly to the security needs of its customers by emphasizing security in the design of the Windows Server, by implementing tools to ease security administration, by offering enterprise-level security products, and by developing and pursuing the Trustworthy Computing Initiative.
For more information on the Microsoft response to security issues, refer to:
For more information on the Microsoft Trustworthy Computing Initiative, refer to:
Sources for Detailed Guidance
For more information on Windows Server 2003 Security, refer to:
Get the Introduction to the Microsoft Enterprise Platform for UNIX Professionals
Update Notifications
Sign up to learn about updates and new releases


text:
Reward your best friend with these yummy organic treats. They are traditionally baked and mini biscuit size – great to use while training.
These natural treats are made with fresh organic apples and mature organic farmhouse cheddar. They are low in fat, high in taste and full of healthy ingredients!
Organic Light Rye Flour, Organic Whole Oats, Organic Apples, Organic Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese, Nutritional Yeast, Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Flaxseed, Organic Rosehips.
Analytical Constituents