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Oracle and Google just responded to Judge William Alsup's February 24 order to comment on the status of the reexaminations of its five remaining (out of originally seven) patents-in-suit. Oracle has not yet dropped the entire patent infringement part of its lawsuit against Google, but it has now given the court a clear indication that it's more interested in a trial that might start in mid-April than in maximizing the number of asserted patents. Based on Oracle's offer, it appears rather unlikely that more than two out of the original seven Java patents would be put before the jury, and according to Google, those two are of questionable commercial value. Oracle is willing to withdraw, with prejudice, three other patents subject to a condition explained further below.
Oracle definitely wants to take the '520 patent (the only patent the asserted claims of which were affirmed in reexamination) and the RE'104 "James Gosling patent" (the asserted claims of which was just declared invalid by a non-final Office action) to trial. Google points out in its brief (which was written without Google having knowledge of Oracle's proposal, since Oracle refused to share its position beforehand) that "Oracle has attributed to this patent the least value of any of the seven patents originally asserted" (a 0.3% apportionment percentage in Oracle's latest damages report). With respect to the Gosling patent, Google highlights that the Gosling patent will "expire[] on December 12, 2012, so the potential damages period is relatively narrow and the propriety of an injunction questionable".
Not only does Oracle want to take those two patents to trial but even with respect to the three patents Oracle is willing to withdraw with prejudice (the '720, '205, and '702 patents), Oracle still keeps the door open to some extent. Oracle will withdraw only those claims (from those patents) "that remain rejected as of the time of a spring trial". Oracle's brief explains that a request for reconsideration by the examiner has been filed with respect to one of them (the '720 patent) and will soon be filed with respect to the other two. Oracle claims that it "has substantial arguments supporting reconsideration, raising a credible prospect that one or more of the rejections will be reversed by the examiners". Oracle appears somewhat optimistic here, and if the case goes to trial next month, time is not on the side of those patents anyway.
I'm not sure that Judge Alsup will be satisfied with Oracle's offer. He really wants to streamline the case to reduce the burden on the jury but also in order to save court resources. He can't force Oracle to withdraw anything, but he can delay resolution of the case, and that gives him enormous leverage. Oracle's conditional offer to withdraw claims from three patents unless the USPTO reconsiders between now and a spring trial would serve the purpose of streamlining the trial but the judge might prefer an immediate withdrawal in order to simplify trial preparation (including some damages issues that remain controversial).
Moreover, while Oracle's brief gives various reasons for which the Gosling patent may still be salvaged, Judge Alsup is aware of the fact that any Oracle patent claim that was deemed invalid at the stage of a first Office action was also rejected in a final Office action. The Gosling patent could be different, especially since it's an "outlier" (it took far longer for the USPTO to issue a first Office action on that one than on the other six patents Google attacked).
Google argues that Oracle should withdraw irrevocably the three patents that stand rejected as of now (something that the court can't force Oracle to do, but it can make it a smart choice) and that the whole case shouldn't go to trial before the fall, allowing reexamination of the Gosling patent to run its course. Google predicts that final rejection of the Gosling patent will happen by the summer unless Oracle stalls.
Oracle notes that the reasons for the USPTO's preliminary rejection of the Gosling patent claims are different from Google's invalidity arguments presented in this litigation. While a table created by Oracle indicates that there are differences between the two sets of invalidity theories, the non-final rejections rely on two pieces of prior art ("Gries" and "Chaitin") that Google also raised (though Google apparently didn't reference "Chaitin" in connection with most of the claims, while the USPTO relied, at least in part, on Chaitin in connection with all of the six relevant claims). I doubt that this alleged "mismatch" will impress Judge Alsup too much.
I guess the judge will try to get Oracle to withdraw the Gosling patent as well. In that case, the case would be down to one patent, the '520 patent. Many patent trials involve only one patent (but that's because many patent lawsuits relate to only one patent at the outset). If Oracle wants a one-patent trial, it will get it. Judge Alsup could tell Oracle that the need to prepare for both a copyright and a patent trial will result in a delay, but so far that was not an issue.
With a view to streamlining, Oracle says that "in fairness and to further reduce the burden on the jury, the Court should encourage Google to withdraw with prejudice its invalidity defenses that failed in the reexaminations". Since the '520 patent will benefit from an enhanced presumption of validity, it's unlikely that Google can convince a jury that the patent is invalid, by clear and convincing evidence, if it raises the very arguments that failed in the reexamination. I think Oracle has a point.
The bottom line is that Oracle may have to make further concessions to the judge, but even if it didn't, a spring trial would make this case primarily a copyright and not a patent infringement matter.
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How to Watch the 2021 American Music Awards
The 2021 American Music Awards are just around the corner!
According to a press release, the ceremony this year will provide "marquee performances and signature breathtaking moments." A list of performers will be announced at a later date.
The AMAs have announced three new categories for this year's show, which include Favorite Trending Song, to showcase viral TikTok hits, as well as Favorite Gospel Artist and Favorite Latin Duo/Group.
Below, here is everything else you might want to know about this year's American Music Awards.
When Are the 2021 American Music Awards?
The 2021 AMAs will take place on Nov. 21 at 8 PM ET.
How To Vote for the 2021 AMAs:
Voting is now open for fans through the American Music Awards website and via social media. For the first time ever, fans can also vote for their favorite artists via TikTok by searching "AMAs" on the platform. Fans can vote once per method each day.
How Are AMAs Winners Chosen?
Nominees are chosen through "key fan interactions" such as placements on the Billboard charts; song and album sales; and radio airplay. Winners are chosen based on fan votes.
Where Will the 2021 AMAs Take Place?
The AMAs will return to Los Angeles, Calif. this year and are set to take place at the Microsoft Theater. Fans can purchase tickets to the show via AXS.
Who's Nominated at the 2021 American Music Awards?
The 2021 AMAs nominees were announced on Oct. 28 — see the full list of nominees here! First-time nominee Olivia Rodrigo is the most-nominated artist this year, with nods in seven categories. The Weeknd follows with six nominations, followed by Doja Cat, Bad Bunny and Giveon with five each.
Who's Hosting the 2021 AMAs?
The 2021 AMAS host has not yet been announced. Last year, actress Taraji P. Henson hosted the awards show.
How To Watch the 2021 American Music Awards:
The AMAs will be streamed live on ABC night-of. The show will also be available to watch the next day via Hulu.

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2016-2017 Bulletin > Courses
Course numbering system.
Courses are numbered as follows:
0 - 99 Noncredit courses or credit courses of a remedial, terminal, or semiprofessional nature not applicable toward degree requirements.
100 - 299 Courses on the lower-division level.
300 - 499 Courses on the upper-division level.
4xx/5xx Master's level graduate courses which are also offered as courses for undergraduates.
5xx Graduate courses offered in support of master's degree level instructional programs. Ordinarily employed for units whose majors have access to master's programs or for courses populated by master's students.
5xx/6xx Graduate courses offered in support of doctoral degree level instructional programs which are also offered as courses for master's level students.
6xx Graduate courses offered in support of doctoral degree level instructional programs. Ordinarily employed for units whose majors have access to doctorate programs or for courses populated by doctorate students.
7xx Postbaccalaureate courses which may not be applied toward an academic degree.
8xx In-service courses with limited application toward advanced degrees and no application toward undergraduate degrees.
In addition, the following number system is generally in effect in all Oregon public institutions: 100 to 110 and 200 to 210 courses are survey or foundation courses in the liberal arts and sciences in the disciplines covered.
The following numbered courses are repeating courses (they may be taken for more than one term under the same number), with credit being granted according to the amount of work done:
Other repeating numbers are assigned to activity courses, such as art, music, and physical education.
Certain senior level courses are taught concurrently with their graduate-level counterparts. Hence this course may be offered for either graduate or undergraduate credit. (See quarterly Schedule of Classes for specific offering.) In the graduate credit course, additional work appropriate to the graduate level of study will be assigned.


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Got it on lock
The swinghandle product family Agent E by EMKA Electronics has been specially developed for the use on server racks and enables central monitoring, remote-controlled opening and system configuration. The authentication is performed directly on the handle either by the RFID cards available in the company or via the individual fingerprint. The Agent E is both available as a wired and a wireless version for centrally administered server racks as well as for single cabinets in stand-alone operation.
Swinghandle Agent E Wireless
The Agent E Wireless is as yet the only swinghandle based on wireless communication. Due to its wireless and thus cost-saving mounting it is most suitable for retrofitting in data centres. The authentication is performed by RFID or fingerprint. Highly-efficient power management guarantees a long battery life.
Product features
- Wireless communication via wireless network 868 MHz (industry standard)
- Control of up to 1,200 doors in a wireless network via access units and control unit
- Authentication via 125 kHz or 13,56 MHz transponder cards. Remote-controlled opening is also always possible
- All handles excel at extremely energy-efficient battery operation (service life battery min. 3 years) and have one port for one door contact
- Emergency power function or emergency opening via integrated USB port
Swinghandle Agent E Wired
The Agent E Wired is the wired version of the electromechanical swinghandle range. It enables a central and complete logging of events. The personified access is realised securely and conveniently via RFID card reader and fingerprint.
Product features
- Wired communication via CAN bus by Access Units and Control Unit
- Authentication via 125 kHz or 13,56 MHz transponder cards. Remote-controlled opening is also always possible
- Handle type Wired Slave does not have its own authentication and is unlocked in combination with master handle, central keyboard / central card reader or by remote-controlled opening. The opening is effected by touching the sensor field
- All handles have one port for one door contact
- In combination with the Access Unit, the middle LED in the sensor field can be activated to signal possible malfunctions in the rack such as increased temperature (does not apply to the type fingerprint)
- Emergency opening by integrated USB port
- One Control Unit can control up to 64 handles
Swinghandle Agent E Stand Alone
The swinghandle Agent E Stand Alone consists of a battery-driven handle with integrated card reader for 125 kHz or 13.56 MHz transponder cards. Via the integrated USB interface in combination with the software Control Cockpit you can programme cards , delete them, create time profiles or read out the integrated data storage. This handle does not require any external wiring for functioning. The stand-alone system is a low-cost locking system for applications where no data networking and no remote-controlled monitoring are required. Keypad and handles are available as individual components and as a constructive unit.
Product features
- Configuration via USB port with Agent E configuration software (programming, deleting cards or fingers, creating authorisation and time profiles, reading out event logs)
- Authentication via 125 kHz or 13.56 MHz transponder cards.
- All handles excel at extremely energy-efficient battery operation (service life battery min. 3 years) and have one port for one door contact
- Emergency power function or emergency opening via integrated USB port.
Swinghandle 1150 with electromechanical release and emergency opening
This handle is suitable for locking cabinets indoors. The release is eff ected by applying a voltage signal of 12 V or 24 V DC. After pushing the handle down into the dish briefly, it can be open
- Integrated LED for signalling a released handle
- Potential-free reed contact for remote monitoring of handle state
- Emergency opening with key possible in case of power failure
- Dust cap will be destroyed in case of an emergency opening and needs to be replaced
- Connection option to Locking Unit 3000-U32-x or Access Unit 3000-U47-x connector plug optional
Single point locking with emergency opening
The single point locking is used in special fi elds of application as a lock which is invisible from the outside.
The following types are available
- "Basic" = locking is opened by switching on the power supply and locked as soon as the door is closed again
- "Basic delayed Re-Lock" = locking is opened by switching on the power supply and remains in the position "open" as long as the power supply is applied
- "Energy store" = locking opens when switching off of the power supply (alternative to magnetic locks)
- Battery backup = latch is permanently powered and opened via electrical pulse; with UL508 approval, Ex approval to UL HazLoc; protection class IP 55
- Big supply voltage range from 9 ... 32 V
- Potential-free switch for remote monitoring of the handle state
- Emergency opening possible with Bowden cable in case of power failure
- Connection possible to Locking Unit 3000-U32-x or Access Unit 3000-U47-x; adapter cable optional
- UL508, Ex (UL HazLoc), IP 55 (only with version "Battery Backup")
Swinghandle 1317 with WK2; mechanical or electromechanical release
- Test according to WK2 DIN V ENV 1630
- Rating IK 10 following DIN EN 50102
- Integrated scratch resistant surface prevents damage (handle / escutcheon)
- Zinc-die type fulfills the requirements of resistance level RC2 (protection against vandalism) according to DIN V ENV 1630
- Great flexibility regarding cost / benefit due to the big variety of types
- Tested and approved by Deutsche Telekom
Swinghandle 1154 with electromechanical release and emergency opening
This handle is suitable for locking outdoor cabinets. By applying a 12 V, 24 V or 48 V DC signal, the handle can be released. After pushing the handle briefly into the dish, it can be opened.
The integrated reed contact serves as remote control of the handle status. For locking the handle has to be pushed into the dish until the lock mechanism latches. The supplied key is used for opening the handle in case of power failure. To open the cylinder cover the screw M3 has to be removed. Then it is possible to unlock by means of round / pin cylinder.


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How to Treat Bed Bug Bites and Other Bed Bug FAQs
Bed bugs remain a problematic pest across the United States, beyond just bed bug bites. In fact, one out of five Americans has had a bed bug infestation in their home or knows someone who has encountered bed bugs. Reflecting the increasing problem with bed bugs, a survey of pest management professionals found that prior to 2000 only 25 percent had encountered bed bug infestations, but in 2013 an amazing 99.6 percent of U.S. based professional pest management companies encountered bed bug infestations. Bed bugs are found in places beyond homes and hotels, such as hospitals, schools, doctors' offices, public transportation, college dorms, day cares, offices and any other places where humans live or gather.
Is it bed bug season?
Bed bugs are active in summer and winter and are not considered "seasonal" in the same sense that mosquitoes, ticks and stinging insects are. Still, many consider bed bugs to be a greater problem in the warmer months, however it is not the bed bugs that are more active in the summer months - the humans are. In warmer weather we typically travel more, often sleeping in hotels and motels, using various modes of transportation, and thereby increasing our risk of exposure to bed bugs. The bed bugs themselves are year-round pests.
Bed bugs feed on blood like mosquitoes and ticks. Can bed bugs also transmit diseases like malaria, West Nile or Lyme disease?
Becoming a victim of a bed bug infestation is certainly devastating, but the public can rest easy knowing that these pests are not known to transmit any diseases. While it is true that some pathogens have been detected in and on bed bugs including hepatitis B, and exotic organisms such as Trypanosoma cruzi (cause of Chagas Disease, rarely found in the United States) or Wolbachia species, unlike mosquitoes and ticks, bed bugs have not been associated with disease transmission.
If bed bugs don't transmit disease, how come there are cases of people developing MRSA as a result of bed bug bites?
Bed bugs do not transmit MRSA. Although there have been reports of persons developing methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections, such as boils or abscesses associated with bed bug bites, it turns out the bed bugs really weren't directly at fault. Rather, the cases of MRSA infections associated with bed bug bites are actually an example of scratching leading to minor skin trauma and subsequent secondary bacterial infections. In these cases, people who are carriers of MRSA scratch at the itchy bite sites and provide a port of entry for the MRSA (which was already present on their skin) to get in and under the skin and cause the secondary infection. While it can be blamed for some other bed bug symptoms like itching and red welts, the bed bug cannot be blamed for the infection.
Can bed bugs drive you crazy or turn you into a recluse?
Some people experience anxiety, sleeplessness and unease as symptoms of having had bed bugs. Let's face it, bed bug infestations are understandably significant psychosocial stressors, and some people may experience sleeplessness as they worry about bugs biting them or their family members. Not surprisingly, people have been known to self-isolate, avoiding family and friends out of concern for spreading the infestation, or (if word gets out that they have bed bugs) they may be avoided by friends or others in the community, or find they have problems at work. As a result, victims of bed bug infestations may experience moderate to severe levels of stress, anxiety and depression. In severe cases, these persons should seek counseling and treatment as required.
How will I recognize a bed bug when I see one?
Bed bugs have flat oval bodies, six legs, are reddish-brown in color and are similar in size to a dog tick - many have described the adults as resembling a flat apple seed. Adult bed bugs are approximately 1/4 inch long, while nymphs (juveniles) may be as small 1/16 of an inch. With feeding, they enlarge or engorge with blood. The adults turn from a brownish to reddish color, while the translucent nymphs may become bright red during the feeding process.
If I don't see bed bugs does that mean I don't have a bed bug problem?
Just because you can't see bed bugs, does not mean that they are not still there. Bed bugs are rarely seen in the day, out in the open or on the surface of beds or chairs. They have been described as champions of hide-and-seek. So, it is not uncommon to miss the bed bugs altogether. Bed bugs love to hide in the cracks and crevices associated with mattresses, cushions, bed frames and other structures, which is why it is very important to look for telltale symptoms of bed bugs and signs of an infestation, such as shed skins and specks of blood or feces on linens, furniture, mattresses and other areas where the bugs might be hiding.
The weather is warmer and I have all kinds of insect bites - how do I know if I have bed bug bites?
Bed bug bites can look a lot like other insect bites. Some clues that can suggest the presence of bed bugs include finding red, itchy bites upon awakening - especially if the bites line up in a row on the skin. Bed bugs typically bite at night on exposed areas of skin, so the bites are most commonly found on the face, neck, hands and arms. Although some people develop a bite reaction immediately, others may take two to three days before a reaction becomes noticeable, and not all people have obvious bed bug bite symptoms. A bed bug bite can appear as a tiny puncture wound without a surrounding reaction, and can easily be missed. In fact, 30 percent of individuals living in bed bug-infested dwellings report a lack of bites or skin reactions. This appears to be more common amongst the elderly. On the other hand, other people have exuberant reactions, with large, red, raised and itchy welts. This is especially true if one becomes sensitized to bed bug bites, so that with repeated bites there is an increased risk of an exaggerated reaction to bed bug bites.
In infestations with persistent, repeated exposures, bed bug bites may appear in crops. Also, since bed bug bites usually take three to six weeks to heal, as long as the infestation is still present, new bites may accumulate even as the older ones start to resolve. Thus, people may have various bite reactions in various stages of evolution at the same time.
Why didn't I wake up or even notice when the bed bugs were biting me?
Bed bugs typically feed at night when we are sleeping. Even though these pests commonly feed for 5 minutes, the bite itself is painless and usually goes undetected at the time. In fact, bed bugs inject an anticoagulant (a blood thinner) as they feed, which makes feeding easier for the bed bug and also less detectable to you. Although you may not see the bed bugs, or feel their bites, they know when you are around. Bed bugs are attracted to warmth and carbon dioxide. So, if you are alive, warm, and breathing - then you are broadcasting loudly and clearly to all nearby bed bugs that "dinner is served!"
What should I do if I have bed bug bites?
Bed bug bites do not typically require treatment. It is best to clean the bite site(s) with soap and water and avoid scratching so as to prevent secondary infection. Progressive swelling, warmth, tenderness and sometimes (albeit rarely) fever may be signs of secondary infection, which should be managed with antibiotics as appropriate. Much more common are complaints of itching. For how to treat bed bug bites that cause severe itching, topical steroid creams or oral antihistamines may offer relief from itching and thus decrease the risk of infecting the bite site.
How do I get rid of bed bugs?
When it comes to controlling bed bugs, "do it yourself" should not be anyone's motto. Bed bugs are notoriously difficult to eradicate - 76 percent of pest professionals say they are the most difficult pest to control. As such, people who suspect a bed bug infestation should turn to a qualified pest professional with expertise in treating these pests. The pest professional will evaluate the extent of an infestation and recommend the best course of treatment. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorses that appropriate control of a bed bug infestation requires an experienced pest management professional and recommends that victims be advised against attempting to control measures themselves.
For more information on bed bugs, watch the video below or check out our All Things Bed Bugs hub.
What is a Termite Inspection and Do You Need One?
The answer: YES! This pest can cause significant and costly damage to your home. Read on to find out how.
Bed Bug Pest Guide
Traveling for the holidays this year? Be sure to keep an eye out for bed bugs! Use our Pest Guide to help identify this pest.
NPMA's TickTalk
Check out NPMA's TickTalk.org for information about this pest, including the various species and health threats they pose.
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What is a Termite Inspection and Do You Need One?
The answer: YES! This pest can cause significant and costly damage to your home. Read on to find out how.
Bed Bug Pest Guide
Traveling for the holidays this year? Be sure to keep an eye out for bed bugs! Use our Pest Guide to help identify this pest.
NPMA's TickTalk
Check out NPMA's TickTalk.org for information about this pest, including the various species and health threats they pose.


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How much will it cost to ship my order?
Shipping: Please choose your desired method of shipping at the appropriate point during the checkout process. Once an item is added to the shopping cart, you can estimate your shipping prior to check out.
I just placed an order with you. When will it ship out?
All priced items on the website are in stock, we will process your order immediately and despatch within 24-48 hours of receipt during business days. Out-of-stock items (POA) are normally shipped within 7 days of order confirmation.
How soon can I expect to receive my order?
All orders are sent within 24-48 hours of receipt during business days. All orders are sent by Royal Mail Services and delivery time is dependant on the service chosen during the checkout process. All UK orders have an estimated delivery time of 2-3 business days. Delivery time for European countries is estimated at 5-7 business days and delivery time for countries outside Europe can be up to 7-14 days depending on the postal service chosen.
Do you guarantee my order? What happens if I'm not satisfied with it?
Please contact us via email, phone or fax for a returns document. Any product returned without a completed returns document will not be processed.
If you find your item to be defective or incorrect it must be returned complete in its original packaging within 7 days of receipt. If the item is returned as defective it will be inspected / tested and if it's found to be defective we will immediately send a replacement. If the item has been damaged as the result of incorrect installation no refund will be offered and we will return the item to the address provided on the returns document.
Any item that is defective or incorrect that is returned within 7 days of receipt in original condition, will be issued an exchange or full refund.
Any item returned that is damaged through incorrect installation / not in its original condition will not be offered a refund and the item will then be returned to the address provided on the returns document.
Consumable items may NOT be returned for replacement or refund.
Any item return that does not comply with the above policy will be subject to a restocking fee, at our discretion.
Please contact us via email, phone or fax for a returns document. Any product returned without a completed returns document will not be processed.
How long will it take to replace my item?
If you return an item to Rspec Performance Products, please allow 5-7 days for your returned item to be received and processed. If a replacement is authorised, please allow 2-3 days for the replacement item to arrive (UK). If you need further assistance with a return, please contact our Customer Service Department via the contact us link located the homepage.


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Nick JM Profeta
Nick JM Profeta
Nick is a licensed REALTOR®, Office Manager and CHO (Chief Happiness Officer) at RE/MAX Real Estate (Central). Nick studied Business and Computer Science at the University of Calgary and Mount Royal College, and has over 35 years of business experience in Calgary.
A native to the city, Nick got his start in the construction and restaurant industries before joining RE/MAX Real Estate (Central) in Calgary back in 1992 where he has been ever since. During that time, Nick has earned his membership to the RE/MAX 100% Club and RE/MAX Hall of Fame. He also received the Calgary Real Estate Board "REALTOR® of the Year" Award for 2012 and most recently was awarded "Manager of the Year" from RE/MAX in 2016.
After 20+ years selling Real Estate Nick and Patrick Hare founded the Connect Real Estate Group. Working with his wife Heather and the rest of the team, they are proud to be a part of RE/MAX Real Estate (Central), which has become the top-producing single office in the whole RE/MAX system since 1999.
Calgary has been home to Nick and he works hard to give back to his city. Over the years, he has organized numerous charity events and was the Founder of Nico-Nite now known as the CREB Holiday After Party and Co-Founder of the REALTOR® Roundup which together has raised thousands of dollars for local charities.
Nick and his wife Heather have two beautiful children, Rachel and Giancarlo, and he loves nothing more than to spend time with them. His passion for life is contagious, he loves to travel, enjoys wine, music, and sharing his philosophy: #lifeisgood.


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Posted: December 7, 2017
NEWS at Solarthermalworld.org:
500 experts from more than 50 countries attended the 5th International Conference on Solar Heating and Cooling (SHC) in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from 30 October to 2 November 2017. It was the first time that this biennial conference by the IEA's Solar Heating and Cooling Programme had been organised jointly with the Solar World Congress by the International Solar Energy Society (ISES). The new partnership resulted in 2017's largest experts' meeting on integrated SHC solutions for buildings, industry, cities, regions and utilities, and in over 300 presentations. Read more HERE


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Configuration Data
Techniques for dealing with configuration data are clearly useful in many situations, not only for adding debugging support.
When I refer to configuration data, I'm talking about the kind of configuration data that you need to refresh on the fly (such as enabling/disabling tracing), as well as more static configuration data such as connection strings. Before we look at how to deal with configuration data, I'd like to say a few more words about the data itself.
It's not just possible to enable/disable tracing by changing configuration data. It is also easy, for example, to switch between different tracing implementations to be used by changing the content of the configuration data.
Different Types of Configuration Data
The following are the different types of configuration data:
- Fetched once, used many times
- Fetched every now and then, used many times
- Fetched each time it is used
I just mentioned connection strings, and this kind of configuration data is a typical example of "fetched once, used many times." When your server application is running, it's perfectly fine to say that, for the application to refresh the connection string to work with another database server instead of the current one, you have to shut down the server application so that the next request will lead to the connection string being read again (and the new value is then found).
The second category, "fetched every now and then, used many times," can be exemplified with settings for configuring tracing. You don't usually want to shut down the server application simply to change the filter for tracing or to activate tracing. Instead, reading the configuration data from persistent storage is often good enough, say, once a minute, and all requests for the configuration data are serviced with cached data in this time.
Finally, the third category, "fetched each time it is used," is not actually a common type of configuration data (at least, I can't think of an example). If you encounter this situation, it might be a good idea to think twice about whether this is really configuration data or session data, user data, or application data. Such data that must be fetched from persistent storage each time it will be used often enjoys living in the database.
There are several techniques to choose from when dealing with these different types of data. However, I'd like to start with a short discussion about how I solved the problem of dealing with configuration data in the old days of VB6.


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Nick Mason Recalls Pink Floyd's Struggle With Syd Barrett's Breakdown
Nick Mason said that revisiting early Pink Floyd material made him think about how the band had been too "young and immature" to react effectively as frontman Syd Barrett succumbed to health issues.
Barrett co-founded the English prog group in 1965, but was edged out three years later as his behavior became more erratic. It's thought a combination of mental health issues and heavy drug-taking were to blame. During his tenure, he contributed to Floyd's first two albums, The Piper at the Gates of Dawn and A Saucerful of Secrets, helping establish their psychedelic reputation.
Mason, who last year launched his new band Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets with the aim of celebrating that early material, recently picked his favorite Barrett tracks for Rolling Stone.
He chose "Bike" as one of his five. "The lyrics to this are so very Syd, astonishingly clever," he noted. "It's fun, but there's a depth of sadness to them. When I listen to it now, I realize how young and immature we were and how hopeless we were at coming to grips with Syd's breakdown."
Listen to Pink Floyd's 'Bike'
He added that "so many songs were written by Syd in such a short time period. It was less than two years from out first public show in October of 1967. At that time we had only two or three original songs. And just about a year later, it was already sort of burning out. … The weird thing is that I think back in '67, and the end of '66, we thought we wanted to be an R&B band, and somehow got completely distracted by writing songs like ['Arnold Layne'] and 'Bike' and 'Gnome' and that whole rather weird English way of life."
Mason was also named among the U.K.'s new year honors and will receive a C.B.E. for services to music later this year. He'll soon start his first Saucerful of Secrets U.S. tour, and hinted that audiences might be treated to a new take on the Floyd classic "Interstellar Overdrive."
"This is a track that is open to improvisation and reinterpretation," he reflected. "When you play the opening riffs, you can freestyle it so many different ways. At the moment, we have one way of playing it, but I think once we get back on the road, I'm hoping it will take some other directions."
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This Historic Merit Badge could be earned only during calendar year 2010,
in honor of the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America.
It was first offered in 1911 and discontinued in 1952.
BSA allowed additional time until March 31, 2011, for those
at the local council who enter advancement based on forms
or unit management software file uploads provided. It also applied to unit
advancement processors using Internet Advancement.
This was not intended as an extension of time to earn the badges;
only as additional time for data entry
. Troops could submit advancement reports for Historic Merit
Badges earned by Scouts before December 31, 2010 through March 31, 2011.
BSA had a special program in honor of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the BSA, which included the reintroduction, for 2010 only, of four Historical Merit Badges - Carpentry, Pathfinding, Signaling, and Tracking.
The basics of the 2010 Historical Merit Badge program included:
- An overall goal of the program was for a majority of the BSA's registered Boy Scouts to earn one or more of the merit badges during the centennial year, 2010.
- The badges offered had a history that can be traced back to the origins of the BSA.
- The original requirements were used, as well as supported by scanned pages of the early merit badge pamphlets so a Scout could view what a Scout 100 years ago used. Supporting the scanned pages of the original pamphlets were information guides for each merit badge that explained what a Scout of 1910 might have experienced, along with background information to assist a Scout in understanding what may be unfamiliar terms.
- The contemporary merit badges closely resemble the original designs of their counterparts with the exception of the border, which is gold. The unique border will immediately identify them as 2010 historic merit badges.
- The four historical merit badges could be used toward a Scout's rank advancement if they were earned by December 31, 2010.
- The effective date for earning these new merit badges was April 1, 2010, and requirements had to be completed no later than Dec. 31, 2010..
- The BSA did not reprint the pamphlets for these merit badges. Reprints of the original merit badge pamphlets were posted to http://www.scouting.org/BoyScouts/AdvancementandAwards/MeritBadges.aspx
Download a pdf of the Original Merit Badge Book
Download a pdf with the New Information for This Merit Badge
These are the original requirements as written in 1911, except the merit badge was originally entitled Stalking. Because of what the term stalking means in today's language, the original name was changed to Tracking.
To obtain a Merit Badge for [Tracking], a Scout must:
- Demonstrate by means of a [tracking] game or otherwise, ability to [track] skillfully in shelter and wind, etc., showing how to proceed noiselessly and "freeze" when occasion demands.
- Know and recognize the tracks of ten different kinds of animals or birds in his vicinity, three of which may be domestic.
- Submit satisfactory evidence that he has trailed two different kinds of wild animals or birds on ordinary ground far enough to determine the direction in which they were going, and their gait or speed. Give the names of animals or birds trailed, their direction of travel, and describe gait and speed; or submit satisfactory evidence that he has trailed six different kinds of wild animal or birds in snow, sand, dust, or mud, far enough to determine the direction they were going and their gait or speed. Give names of animals or birds, their direction of travel, and describe gait and speed.
- Submit satisfactory evidence that he has tracked a human being and deducted from the trail whether it was man or woman, young or old, the gait or speed, and also give any other information deduced.
- Submit evidence the he has scored at least 30 points from
the following groups:
[Group (f) and 4 of the 5 groups (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) must be represented in the score of 30 and at least 7 points must be scored from (a), (b), or (c)].Make clear recognizable photographs of:
a. Live bird away from nest 4 points each b. Live woodchuck or smaller wild animal 3 points each c. Live wild animal larger than woodchuck 4 points each d. Live bird on nest 3 points each e. Tracks of live wild animal or bird 2 points each f. Make satisfactory plaster cast of wild animal or bird tracks with identification imprint on back of each 2 points each
NOTE: These requirements differ from the original draft requirements previously posted on this web site. In addition, shortly after the requirements were officially released, BSA noted an error, in that they had omitted one requirement (No 4 above).
In requirement 4, the phrase "has tracked a human being" should be interpreted in terms of "while searching for a missing person"
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1,000+ Schools from across India are likely to take part in the Quiz program, which will be based on the theme INDIA AT 75; the quiz will also test the Current Affairs understanding of students taking part in it
New Delhi (India), August 17: EduAce Services Pvt Ltd, India's leading edtech enterprise, today announced the 08TH Season of its Nationwide Quiz program open. SCHOOL QUIZ LEAGUE- PRATIBHA KI KHOJ in association with Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, a multi-disciplinary, research-intensive, private university, educating a vibrant student population of over 24,000 with 1700+ strong faculty, accredited with the highest possible 'A++' grade by NAAC.
The quiz will be hosted across 15 centres nationally at the regional level, with first-round being hosted at the school level 1,00,000+ school students from grade 8th till 12th standard will be taking part in the nationwide competition. 15 centres which host REGIONAL ROUNDS will be New Delhi, Noida, Chennai, Bhopal, Jaipur, Bangalore, Kolkata, Dehradun, Lucknow, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Gurgaon, Chandigarh, Gwalior, and Pune.
Speaking on occasion, Mr. Gaurava Yadav, Founder & CEO, EduAce Group and Founder & Moderator, IPN India Forum, we are delighted to start our quiz after two years of gap due to covid. Quiz is one of the most exciting mental sports and enables learning with fun for students. As a team, we look forward to meeting some exciting talent across the country, which will showcase their mental ability, teamwork, and presence of mind as they take the quiz.
Sharing his views on the association Mr. Maheshwara Chaitanya, Director, Admissions at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, It is at the right time that EduAce is placing this quiz event among the talented brains in our country. Prathibha ki Khoj platform will ensure to make the young talented brains understand the history of India. Amrita is delighted to support this event in all possible ways to educate our younger generation, who are the real national builders.
Established in the Year 2013, EduAce Services Pvt Ltd(EduAce Group)is India's leading edtech enterprise working in the school domain through its various Intellectual properties (IPs) aimed at teachers, students, and school heads. With a cumulative reach in over 8,500 schools across the country, EduAce has emerged as India's leading school contact program enterprise working with its customers to drive value for all parties involved.
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Install the attached package to the CQ5 package manager.
CQ5 workflows and audit events generate much archived data. This data can quickly grow over time due to replications, DAM uploads, and other system activities.
Clean up completed and aborted workflows on a regular basis.
With the attached sample purge service, you can run a purge of this data on a regular schedule.
Define a time range for every day (for example, 22H00-23H00) automatic cleanup.
If necessary, you can define a list of workflow models for which workflow instances can be removedif found running for more than one day. (Usually, this list applies to models containing only a process step.)
Or, you can define the list of workflow models for which workflow instances can be restarted if found running for more than one day.
See the Apache Felix configuration panel and the purge service for details. In your browser, go to http://cqhost:cqport/system/console/configMgr. (cqhost is the host name of your CQ instance and cqport is the port number of your CQ instance.)
You can start a purge manually by creating a file ./cleanWorkflow. Then, the watch service detects the file and starts a purge.
To stop the purge, delete the file cleanWorkflow.now. This file is removed when the purge is completed. Source code is available in the package. Customize it based on your requirements.
Added also since the version 1.6.5, is an audit purge process that keeps the last 60 days worth of audit entries. (You configure it in the Apache Felix Webconsole.) You can start it via the user interface, or with a ./cleanAudit file in the working directory.
The attached file is a CRX content package from 5.4, and can show a warning if you install it on a different version. However, it should still work.
Disclaimer: This tool is based on a custom implementation, and is not part of the official product. Use it with caution. Source is included so you can adapt it to your need in case of any specific requirements.
Note for Experience Manager 5.6+: For Workflow Purge you can use the product built-in feature accessible via JMX and configurable Scheduler. JMX: /system/console/jmx/com.adobe.granite.workflow%3Atype%3DMaintenance
Note for Experience Manager 6.0: you can now use the built-in workflow purge, and so only use the audit purge from that tool.
Changes December 28 2012: fixed for restart workflow bundle only if nodes got removed, changed tool location to /etc/workflow/purge and using CQ 5.5 / 5.6 style for the page layout (based on the version purge layout).
Changes May 6 2013: compiled against JDK 1.5 for older CQ compatibility, changed logs messages in audit purge to match with defined max days.


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KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.—Tekni-Plex Inc. said it has sold its Swan Hose business to Jacobson Partners, a New York-based private equity firm, for an undisclosed amount.
Tekni-Plex said it has been pleased with the recent performance of Swan and has "effected this sale to allow us to focus on our core health care, food packaging and specialty segments," according to Paul Young, Tekni-Plex president and CEO. The company will use the sale proceeds to reduce debt.
Swan's history goes back more than 80 years. It develops and makes high-quality consumer and industrial hoses marketed to home improvement and mass merchant retailers. Its product lines include garden, specialty and industrial hoses marketed under the Swan, WaterWorks, Element and Aero-Tube brands. It also sells hose on a private label basis.
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GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala – A 330-foot-deep sinkhole killed at least two teenagers as it swallowed about a dozen homes early Friday and forced the evacuation of nearly 1,000 people in a crowded Guatemala City neighborhood. Officials blamed the sinkhole on recent rains and an underground sewage flow from a ruptured main.
The pit emitted foul odors, loud noises and tremors, shaking the surrounding ground. A rush of water could be heard from its depths, and authorities feared it could widen or others could open up.
Rescue operations were on hold until a firefighter, suspended from a cable, could take video and photos above the hole and officials could use the documentation to decide how to proceed.
The dead were identified as Irma and David Soyos, emergency spokesman Juan Carlos Bolanos said. Their bodies were found near the sinkhole, floating in a river of sewage.
Their father, Domingo, was still missing, according to disaster coordinator Hugo Hernandez.
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As Arwa Al-Hujaili begins her legal career, she has not only her own expectations to live up to, but those of a generation: she has just become Saudi Arabia's first female lawyer.
After three years of petitioning the Ministry of Justice, Al-Hujaili, 25, has finally received her registration to practice as a trainee lawyer, the first woman to do so.
"People tell me I'm a pioneer and I feel I need to live up to what they expect of me," says Al-Hujaili. "There's a great sense of responsibility. From now on, people will look at everything I do."
Al-Hujaili, who decided on a legal career while preparing for university, graduated from King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah in 2010 and expected to be able to practice as a lawyer immediately.
But much to her frustration, she has spent three years in a professional no-man's land, able to work as "legal consultant" but not officially recognized as a lawyer.
Universities in Saudi Arabia began taking female law students in 2005 and the first graduates completed their studies in 2008. But the optimism soon wore off when female graduates found themselves unable to gain registration to practice.
Many of Al-Hujaili's classmates, frustrated by the lack of progress in Saudi Arabia, left the country to work abroad. But Al-Hujaili stayed in her hometown of Jeddah and continued to apply for registration.
In the meantime, some of her contemporaries began an online campaign to push for change, including a Facebook group called "I am a lawyer," a Twitter campaign and YouTube videos from women arguing their right to practice.
In October last year, after accepting a petition with 3,000 signatures submitted by a group of female law graduates, King Abdullah announced that women would be allowed to register as lawyers. However, the Ministry of Justice still wasn't processing applications from women.
"I kept on following up, but they wouldn't give me an answer either way," says Al-Hujaili.
A friend and vocal campaigner, Hanouf Al-Hazzaa, then wrote a newspaper article in which she pleaded with King Abdullah to intervene.
Al-Hazzaa had been one of Saudi Arabia's first batch of female law graduates in 2008, but had gone to the United States to practice after becoming disillusioned with the situation at home.
"I wrote about how depressing the situation was, saying here we were, many of us working for federal courts outside the Kingdom, because we had no future inside it," says Al-Hazzaa
Two days later, the Ministry of Justice announced they would start accepting applications and soon afterwards Al-Hujaili's application was granted.
Now working as a trainee lawyer and due to qualify fully in two years, Al-Hujaili hopes to pursue a career in family law to help other Saudi women.
"Many women really need to talk to female lawyers, and I want to help those women to get their rights," she says.
Al-Hujaili knows the path ahead won't always be smooth.
"The social aspect is a very considerable one, for society to accept women lawyers, it's something new," she says. "It will be also challenging for the judiciary system to deal with female lawyers, but I think we can overcome these hardships if we prove ourselves as competent lawyers."
Adam Coogle, a Middle East researcher for Human Rights Watch, agrees that challenges remain for female lawyers.
"Saudi judges have a lot of leeway, and can remove a lawyer from a case," says Coogle. "She might face judges rejecting her counsel or not allowing her to speak, particularly if that judge is conservative and doesn't want women to speak in court."
Other female lawyers are now following in Al-Hujaili's footsteps and gaining registration, although exact numbers are unclear.
For Al-Hujaili, being able to pursue a legal career at home was well worth the wait.
"Success is a nice feeling, especially when it comes after tribulation," she says.
Read more: CNN
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why is that saudi don,t accept female as lawyer and there dont speak in court is not feer for it to be done. Look out other there female is boud tocome out in the court to speak which i am proud of. Saudi ariber give way to the future female to prove themselp.


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Finish Line's Ceramic Wax lube is an advanced, wax based bicycle chain lubricant that ensures total drivetrain cleanliness without the distance compromise that other wax lubricants require. Ceramic Wax lube is the perfect choice for serious cyclists who want to minimize the amount of time they spend on drivetrain maintenance and maximize the amount of time they spend in the saddle.
Every time Ceramic Wax is applied to the chain, the ceramic coating is enhanced, ultimately providing the durability of many oil-based lubricants.
With Finish Line Ceramic Wax there is no wetness or stickiness on your chain or parts, so dirt and abrasive grime are not absorbed into the lubricating film. By avoiding abrasive wear, parts run more smoothly and last much longer. Ceramic Wax is engineered to not buildup over time.
NOTE: As the white ceramic particles embed themselves on the chain, they will displace grime, causing a grey or black film to form on top of the wax coating. Over time (2-3 applications) this phenomenon will lessen or cease. This discoloration is normal and will not compromise performance.


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Common uses
This medication is an analgesic. Typically, it is used for pain or to reduce fever. It may also be used for arthritis pain. Its effects can be felt within 1 hour.
How to use this medication
This medication is typically used every 6 hours. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Generally, it is used only as needed.
Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. This medication may be taken with or without food.
Moderate consumption of alcohol, 1 or 2 units of alcohol per day (1 or 2 glasses of wine, or 1 or 2 small beers, etc.) is possible without causing problem. Greater amounts of alcohol increase the risks of liver problems.
Possible side effects
This product is generally well tolerated and rarely causes side effects. When side effects do occur, they usually disappear on their own, without further treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects, talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
Storage information
As with most medications, this product should be stored at room temperature. Store it in a secure location where it will not be exposed to excessive heat, moisture or direct sunlight. Make sure that any leftover portion is disposed of safely.
Additional information
This medicine contains ACETAMINOPHEN. Taking more than the recommended dose may cause liver damage. Be sure to avoid consuming other ACETAMINOPHEN containing products at the same time. Check all product labels carefully for the presence of ACETAMINOPHEN.
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Keep all your medications out of the reach of children and pets and return any unused or expired medications to the pharmacy for proper disposal.
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Love Worth Finding - August 18, 2016
August 18
An Offering of Continual Praise
"I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service." - Romans 12:1
In the Old Testament, the priests would offer an animal sacrifice to God. What do believers offer today? Romans 12:1 tells us to offer our bodies as living sacrifices.
And just as the altars of old had two flesh hooks to keep the sacrifice from slipping off, we have two hooks that hold our bodies there—discipline and devotion. Are you disciplining yourself and devoting yourself as a living sacrifice to the glory of God?
In the Old Testament, the priests would burn incense as a fragrant offering to the Lord. What do we do today? Hebrews 13:15 says we continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise.
Our incense of praise should be going up out of our body, as we are the temple of the Holy Spirit (see 1 Corinthians 3:16). Are you giving God a continual offering of praise every moment of every day?
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This devotional journal with daily applications was designed several years ago by Adrian Rogers. This leather-bound keepsake will be a treasured addition to start your day out right!
Each day you will begin with a nugget from one of his messages, a reading from God's Word, and a place to write your "Spiritual concerns and prayer requests." Order your copy today.
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Corticeira Amorim was chosen to seal the oldest malt whisky in the world - the Mortlach 70 years old, by Gordon & MacPhail - and the most expensive, the Dalmore Trinitas 64, whose price is around 118 thousand Euros per bottle. The stoppers are from the Top Series collection, developed on the basis of extensive know-how and state-of-the-art technology. This collection of capsulated stoppers was launched by Amorim Luxury Unit to meet the needs of premium spirit producers. It has a natural cork base to which a range of materials can be added, such as wood, stone or precious metals, to take on exclusive shapes and an innovative design. A stopper with a metal capsule and silver finish was designed for the Gordon & MacPhail whisky, which has a tear-drop shaped crystal decanter. In the case of the Dalmore Trinitas 64, the capsule attached to the cork stopper is made of dark wood with a silver finish.


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With its compact size, light weight and effective battery-saving features, Dell's XPS 13 epitomizes the lean efficiency of the Ultrabook category. The XPS 13 provides the processing power and memory to take on pretty much any task a road warrior might throw at it. This combination of size and power makes it a great choice for any small business owner or workforce looking to lighten the travel load without compromising on capabilities.
The Dell XPS 13 Ultrabook's Standard Equipment
A real lightweight, the Dell XPS 13 tips the scales at less than 3 pounds and measures a svelte .71 inches at its thickest point (at the hinge), making it the perfect size to slip into a small briefcase or bag. As with every Ultrabook, the trade-off for this lightweight and size is the absence of a built-in CD/DVD ROM drive.
Processor options come down to either an Intel Core i5-2467M or Core i7-2637M with 4 GB of memory standard. Which one should you choose? Go with the Core i7 if you need to run applications like video editing or heavy-duty number crunching. You'll also want the beefier processor if you plan on encrypting your hard drive, as that process is computing-intensive.
Figure 1: The Dell XPS 13 Ultrabook.
The operating system, Windows 7 64-bit Home Premium Edition, is standard fare on many Ultrabooks today. You'll want to upgrade the OS if you need things like the Windows XP mode (virtual PC), the ability to join the system to a Windows domain, or to encrypt your disk using Bitlocker. The first two require Windows 7 Professional, and you'll have to get the Ultimate edition for the disk encryption.
Speaking of disks, you have two basic options including either a 128 GB or 256 GB solid state disk. The smaller drive is probably fine for most people, and you can always connect an external USB disk if necessary.
Retail prices start at $999.99 for a Core i5 (1.60 GHz) processor and go up to $1399.99 for the high-end Core-i7 (1.70 GHz).
Minimal External Port Options
The XPS 13 falls a bit short when it comes to ports, with only one USB 2.0 port on the left-hand side and one USB 3.0 port on the right-hand side. A headphone jack plus the power port also reside on the left-hand side. The right-hand side includes a DisplayPort jack (to attach an external monitor) and a push-button power indicator that lights up a row of five tiny white LEDs to let you know how much battery you have left.
Dell has included this feature with other laptops, and it lets you quickly see the condition of your battery without turning the system on. That could save you a few minutes when you're trying to decide whether to drag out the power supply for one more charge.
One extra note about the USB 2.0 port: it includes a Dell feature called Powershare that lets you charge USB devices – such as a phone – while the laptop is turned off. That should come in handy on an extended flight when you need to charge your phone and can't do it any other way. It's basically a trade between draining some of the battery in return for having a usable phone.
Roomy, Multi-Gesture Touchpad
The XPS 13 provides a good-sized touch pad that's roughly 3.9 inches wide and 2.2 inches deep. Fingers easily slide across the flat black surface, which is clickable everywhere except near the innermost edge. There's a faint hint of a short line in the middle near the outside edge to indicate distinct areas for right- and left-mouse click actions. Palm rejection works well when typing documents, as does multi-finger mouse control for things like click-and-drag.
Multi-finger gestures, such as two-finger drag, let you scroll up and down long pages in a document or Web browser. In Windows Explorer, three-finger swipes to either the left or the right go forward and backward to previous Web pages.
Four fingers take the place of Alt-Tab on a keyboard – swiping down toward the outside of the case switches to the next task in the list. Swiping up with four fingers brings up a dialog showing all currently running applications. Swiping left or right brings up the 3-D viewer.
Gestures bring a new set of things to remember, but they also potentially change the way you accomplish familiar tasks in a positive fashion. Once you get the hang of using a gesture, it becomes more a part of your normal activity in much the same way as a keyboard shortcut.
The larger touchpad area makes it easier to accomplish gestures – such as the one with four fingers. The bottom line is the XPS 13 touch pad lets your fingers handle tasks that previously required you to move your hand to the keyboard.


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November 10, 2021 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Advises City officials regarding the acquisition, development, expansion and operation of parks and recreational facilities and programs. Meets in the Senior Game Room at the Tukwila Community Center.
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