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(In which I dither and cavil and wring my hands once again! Yay! Maybe we should just call this blog Her Angsty and Unsettled Mother…)
I've never really considered myself to be a contrarian. If anything, I've always worried that I tend too much toward being agreeable. I've always been keenly interested in having people like me, and being contrarian isn't particularly conducive to that end. That said, I've been told that I can be pretty forceful in expressing my views, and my husband has been known, on certain days of the month, to refuse to discuss what he reads in the newspaper with me for fear that I will aggressively insist upon such engagement, but still. I think of myself as pretty agreeable, the sort of person who nods a lot in response to whomever is speaking and who peppers her responses with a lot of 'yeah-yeahs' and who generally expresses at least some sympathy with any semi-articulate and semi-reasonable opinion.
(This has been influenced, in part, by years of teaching, an activity in which even outright disagreement should be veiled in the politest of terms: why, no, I had never considered the possibility that Socrates was under the influence of narcotic substances while engaging in dialectic. Yes, you are quite right that he does seem to like a good party. But while that does open up some interesting possibilities for interpretation of the entire Platonic corpus, I think that, for the purposes of discussing his teaching on virtue as outlined in the Meno, we need to proceed from the assumption that he was more or less lucid.)
So I was a little surprise by my reaction to the Motherlode conference, which was a wonderful conference, full to bursting with interesting women and great ideas, but which also provoked in me a powerful desire to shout contrary opinions. Not because I fundamentally disagreed with the principles of the conference or the ideas being bandied about there, but, rather, because I was recoiling from some vague but powerful feeling of being expected to conform.
I know. Confusing. I'm still confused, myself. Bear with me.
Here's the thing: I broadly agreed with most of the principles – feminism, community, empowerment, yada, yada – that provided the groundwork for much of the discussion at the Motherlode. I identify myself as a feminist. I believe strongly in feminism, if we understand feminism broadly as support for women. I believe in the importance of action, and in human beings helping themselves and each other. I believe that mothers should stick together, support each other, help each other along. I believe in community.
I'm uncomfortable in a room where these beliefs are simply expected of me, as a condition of membership in the group occupying the room, and where it is simply assumed that I will nod my head and agree – agree that all women should be feminists, that there is something wrong with mothers who do not identify themselves as feminists, that conservatism is bad, that anything other than social liberalism is bad but that economic liberalism tends toward bad because business and capitalism and power are bad, bad, bad and antithetical to the ethos of womanhood and motherhood. Whether I agree or disagree with any those principles is beside the point – what makes me uncomfortable is the assumption that I will agree, and, perhaps, that I must agree. I'm uncomfortable with any suggestion that there is such a thing as a natural ethos of motherhood (or a constructed ethos of 'good' motherhood), universal to mothers, that encompasses a specific and coherent set of values and beliefs.
The momosphere has itself been criticized for this kind of presumed conformity, of course. It has been said that mom bloggers – and parent bloggers more generally – tend to hold similar views and opinions and that we are unlikely to fall into serious disagreement and that the momosphere, for this reason, is a pretty bland place. I think that it is true that the momosphere is largely a community of like-minded individuals – we're a community of literate and more-or-less technologically savvy adults with children who love to write and who have the luxury of the time and equipment that allow us to indulge in the hobby of writing online. We have a lot in common, so it's not surprising that we might have certain views and opinions in common. But I do not for one minute expect all other parent-bloggers to share my views. Nor do I believe that other bloggers expect me to always share their views – Kristen's blog exchange debates, and the recent discussions concerning feminism, among other things, provided ample evidence that there is a tremendous diversity of opinion among parent-bloggers. We're not KoolAid moms. Far from it: in the blogosphere, I feel free to voice contrary opinions and to disagree openly (albeit politely) whenever and wherever the mood strikes.
But at the Motherlode, I didn't feel completely free to offer up contrary opinions, or to play devil's advocate. When someone asked the crowd what right-thinking moms should be doing to set straight mothers who don't identify as feminists, I wanted to ask (on behalf of Julie and Rebecca and Jennster and countless others) why it was assumed that there is something wrong with mothers who do not fully identify as feminists? When I was asked, outside of the panels, what I was doing as a blogger to avoid being compromised by commercial interests, I choked on my response – why is it assumed that I, as a mother and a feminist, would be strictly opposed to and/or worried about compromising myself for commerce? And when everybody was wringing their hands about the fact we can't seem to get away from judging each other (this after the hand-wringing about what to do about the misguided mothers who do not identify as feminists), I wanted to ask what the hell was necessarily so wrong about judgment? Isn't reasonable judgment – the critical evaluation of what we believe to be right or wrong, good or bad – the basis for all political action? For all debate, all discourse? (This is another post entirely; stay tuned.)
The conference – what I saw of it – was full of judgment, it seemed to me, but (with a few moments of exception) this was not the sort of open exercise of judgment that provokes serious debate on fundamental questions. There was a lot of implicit judgment, but no open interrogation of those judgments. (What's the problem, really, with non-feminist mothers? Why should all mothers identify as feminists? Why should they all be socially liberal? Why should they be wary of Business and Commerce? Why should 'Business' and 'Commerce' always be capitalized when invoked in these discussions? Why should we view all judgment as bad? Why?)
(For the record, again – and I'm discomfited by the fact that I need/want to make this clear – my politics are emphatically not anti-feminist or anti-liberal or anything of the sort. I just think that, however 'right' I think my politics are, I shouldn't assume that they are the One True Way.)
I want to be careful with what I'm saying here: I'm not saying that the Motherlode conference imposed a silence upon me or anyone else. It was not oppressive: I recognize that it was a wonderful opportunity for women to investigate motherhood on their own terms, in a welcoming space. My discomfort was my own, a product of my own issues and my own ambivalence and my own experience of what it means to be discursively comfortable. I'm accustomed to being one of a very few women in rooms full of bombastic and ambitious academic men who relish the thrill of exposing each others' weaknesses and defending themselves against such exposure. (Or, flashing pasties at rooms full of pissy women who can only agree that words are good and that blogtards are bad and that Arianna Huffington is tall.) There's something comfortable, for me – and I know that this sounds weird – about being in a room where everyone expects disagreement, where everyone sits around openly judging the opinions and ideas of everyone else, the better to work out what opinions and ideas are worth exploring further. Being at the Motherlode, in rooms full of so much agreement – rooms full of the expectation of agreement – discomfited me. That's my issue. And probably a silly issue at that.
Maybe I was just messed up in the head and heart from having messed up as a mother that morning. Or maybe I should blame the patriarchy. I don't know.
Whatever the case, it's the thing that has been causing me some post-conference confusion. Shouldn't I just be happy that a space has been created for mothers to go and talk and revel in their commonality and community and agreement? (I am happy for this, by the way.) Shouldn't I have just enjoyed all of the rah-rah lovey goodness? Isn't this what I praise the momosphere for? Aren't I always going on about how supportive, how warm, how inviting, how agreeable the momosphere is? Why did I get my panties in a bit of twist about all of the enthusiastic agreeability at the Motherlode?
What do you think? Was I being unnecessarily curmudgeonly? Have any of you ever felt a little boxed in by others' expectations of you – expectations about what you must or must not believe or do – in your capacity as a woman and as a mother? I'd really like to know, because I'm really not sure what to make of my reaction to this experience.
I don't know, Kermie… I think that most people do assume that you are an environmentalist, and I think that they would be very disappointed to learn that you don't support the Green Movement…
(Ooh! Hey! Don't forget to check out the Basement – there're some folks looking for advice and support and contrary opinions are welcome, if stated nicely. And if you haven't been around the Mother 'Hood in a while, you might check it out, too…)


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Why Does a Language Die?
On the Slow Demise of Tayap in Papua New Guinea
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Is Your Pet In Pain?
There are signs to look for when your pet is experiencing pain. Together you and your veterinarian can identify and help your pet with pain that may be present. The issue of pain in animals is so critical that the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) teamed up with the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) to develop guidelines and recommendations for veterinarians. The guidelines give veterinarians information and protocols about pain thresholds, causes of pain, medications to resolve pain and treatment recommendations.
"The most common culprits behind pain are trauma and arthritis. Things have come so far in pain management," says Dr. James Clarkson. "Because of that, pets are living better lives." Clarkson, a veterinarian for nearly 35 years says that he's "embarrassed that we didn't do more to address pain in pets during my early years of practice."
During your visit with your family veterinarian, the doctor will assess your pet. The veterinarian will examine your pet's body and feel each area to check for lumps, bumps, sensitivity, swelling, inflammation, or tenderness. A physical exam includes moving your pet's joints and feeling their response to the movement. Dogs and cats rarely cry in pain during the exam, but your veterinarian can detect areas that they are guarding.
Your pet's exam may also help your veterinarian understand the cause of the pain present. It may be necessary for your pet to have x-rays taken to make a full and accurate diagnosis. Your veterinarian will advise you as to the steps needed to move your pet toward recovery. Other treatments could include medication, physical therapy, or surgery.
There are many different prescription drugs used for pain in pets; some may be used alone, or more commonly, they are used in combination. "Medications are metabolized very differently by different species. Dosages can vary due to age, weight and species," says Dr. Clarkson. For example, many pain medication used in dogs can not be used in cats. Any medications your veterinarian prescribes must be used exactly as ordered, and you should not use any human medicines without asking your veterinarian. Always discuss the use of herbs or natural remedies with your veterinarian before using them with your pet. Adverse reactions can occur. These substances can also be toxic to pets.
PetsMatter suggests looking for clues in your pet's behavior. Monitor the following and call your family veterinarian to report abnormalities or changes in your pet's behavior.
- Limping/ lameness
- Posture changes
- Panting
- Snapping when touched
- Restlessness or being less active
- Hesitation going up stairs
- Lack of appetite
- Dilated pupils
- Vocalization
- Inappropriate urination
- Sudden behavior changes
Clarkson advises that he is seeing more pets with dental pain in his office. He reports that the majority of these pets are over the age of three or four. Being alert to possible dental pain is also important and he suggests that owners keep an eye on pets for these red flags:
- An odd head tilt
- Passing up treats
- Avoiding crunchy food
- Eating wet food only
- Not eating at all
- Taking longer to eat
- Drooling
- Odor involving the mouth
- Dogs avoiding chew toys or bones
Dr. Clarkson advises that he is seeing more pets with dental pain in his office. He reports that the majority of these pets are over the age of three or four. Many pets have severe dental disease and even abscesses without showing obvious signs of their pain. They may chew on one side of their mouth, or may swallow their food whole as they still have a drive to eat. Symptoms of dental disease are odor from the mouth and inflamed gums. There may be drooling or even sneezing. Signs of very severe pain that may be a result of dental pain include:
- Passing up treats
- Avoiding crunchy food
- Eating wet food only
- Not eating at all
- Taking longer to eat
- Dogs avoiding chew toys or bones
"We help clients relate to the need for pain control by comparing the pain humans experience with similar procedures or illnesses," advises veterinarian Spencer Tally. Your veterinarian will help you understand how to control your pet's pain. Pain management is essential to your pet's wellness and also helps the process for a speedy recovery.
1American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP). AAHA/AAFP Pain management guidelines for dogs and cats.
2American Animal Hospital Association. Accredited practices assess pets for pain. PetsMatter Volume 2 Issue 5.
3American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Is your pet in pain? PetsMatter, Volume 3 Issue 3.
4Shaw, Lorrie. What to do when you suspect your pet is in pain, but hiding it.
5Washington State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. How to tell if your pet's in pain.


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WASHINGTON — President Obama is furiously fending off those "winter of discontent" stories, and it's not even winter yet.
The news about the health care law that is supposed to be his greatest achievement is almost uniformly downbeat. The public is unhappy with national politicians of all kinds. And then there are the polls, a currency that the political world — despite ritualistic denials — values more than any other.
On Tuesday, the Quinnipiac poll showed Obama with the lowest approval rating of his presidency. Only 39 percent approved his performance; 54 percent disapproved. The Quinnipiac numbers echoed those of a recent Pew survey that pegged the president's job approval at 41 percent, with 53 percent disapproving.
In situations of this sort, there is always a search for an instant repair. "Fix the website" is the most obvious, and it's certainly necessary. But a tech problem has now been compounded by the reality of health care reform itself. The small but highly visible individual insurance market was volatile before there ever was Obamacare. But it's hardly surprising that some of those who are in it are angry when plans are canceled and premiums rise.
The very purpose of insurance reform is to create a broad market in which the less healthy will be able to get coverage at affordable prices. This made a certain amount of cost shifting inevitable, a truth captured succinctly by The New Republic's Jonathan Cohn, one of the nation's premier health policy writers: "You can't fix health insurance without changing health insurance."
But the president's promise that Americans would be able to keep their policies downplayed this risk, and it now haunts him. A Republican opposition that never wanted Obamacare to work — "an organized constituency for failure," in former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers' phrase — jumped on Obama's words even as GOP politicians disrupted the law at the state level.
What this means is that there will be no quick fix. Obama faces a longer slog, and he has to ask where he can begin his political recovery.
A detailed comparison of two Pew surveys — one conducted in December 2012 that found Obama with a 55-39 approval rating and the more recent survey with the 12-point approval deficit — shows that while he has lost support across the board, he has taken a big hit among two classic swing groups, white Catholics and political independents.
Conservative independents who didn't much like him before like him even less now. But most striking are the president's severe losses with two groups of independents: those who call themselves liberal and those who lean toward the Democrats. In principle, both should be open to reconciliation with the president. Many in their ranks may be turned off not only by the health care plan's failures but also by the controversy over NSA surveillance and possibly the battle earlier this year over intervention in Syria.
His drop with Hispanics was close to the national average, but significant: Obama's approval fell from 75 percent after the election to 60 percent now. Frustration over the slow economy and the stalling of immigration reform are likely playing a role.
And Obama's losses were also steep among white blue-collar women — those without college degrees. As with Hispanics, they have reason to be dissatisfied with the economy and a sense that Washington has defaulted in dealing with basic working-class and middle-class economic challenges.
The president's one advantage is that congressional Republicans seem to be in even worse shape than he is. Democrats outnumbered Republicans in the Pew survey by 32 percent to 24 percent. And a Gallup poll released Tuesday showed Congress with an approval rating of 9 percent, the lowest in the 39 years Gallup has asked the question.
For Obama, there is no escaping health care. He needs to engage in an aggressive new defense that acknowledges problems in the individual market. He should be open to transitional patches, but only if they do not undercut the overall reform effort. And he must take on Republicans over how high the cost of dismantling Obamacare would be to the large swath of Americans who will benefit from it — or already do.
But he also has to grapple with the wider causes of discontent, from the surveillance program to gridlock on immigration reform to the strained economic circumstances of many who have supported him in the past. He can survive his enemies. He needs to win back the citizens who were once his friends.
E.J. Dionne's email address is email@example.com. Twitter: @EJDionne
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The Sapphire Road A refreshing fusion
Warm up your winter with this cheerful ragout of roasted root vegetables with tomato and kale! It takes about as long to make as it does to roast the root vegetables. Hearty and nourishing.
Chop up root vegetables like parsnips, rutabagas, carrots, and celery root, toss them with olive oil and salt, and roast them in the oven while you start on the tomato sauce.
Make a tomato sauce base with chopped onions and canned tomatoes, and let that simmer low and slow while the root vegetables are roasting.
- 1/2 gallon good-quality strawberry ice cream
- 1/2 cups fine graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 store-bought cheesecake (8 or 9 inch), room temperature
- 1 pint strawberries, hulled and cut into pieces
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 13x9x2-inch baking pan. In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine cake mix, egg, and butter and mix well. Pat into the bottom of prepared pan and set aside.
- Still using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth; add eggs and vanilla. Dump in confectioners' sugar and beat well. Reduce speed of mixer and slowly pour in butter. Mix well.
- Pour filling onto cake mixture and spread evenly. Sprinkle chocolate chips and nuts on top of filling. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes. Don't be afraid to make a judgment call on the cooking time, because oven temperatures can vary. You want the center to be a little gooey, so don't bake it past that point! Remove from oven and allow to cool completely. Cut into squares.
- Pumpkin Gooey: For the cake part, use a spice cake mix or a basic yellow cake mix. Follow the original recipe, adding a 15-ounce can of pumpkin pie filling and an extra egg to the cream cheese filling. Bake as usual, remove from oven, and allow to cool. Cut into squares and top each square with a pecan half. Serve with a dollop of fresh whipped cream.
- Peanut Butter Gooey: Use a chocolate cake mix. Add 1 cup creamy peanut butter and an extra egg to cream cheese filling. You can sprinkle the top of batter with 1 cup chopped peanuts if you like. Proceed as directed above.


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Abbott: Strange as it may seem, they give ball players nowadays very peculiar names.
Costello: Funny names?
Abbott: Nicknames, nicknames. Now, on the St. Louis team we have Who's on first, What's on second, I Don't Know is on third–
Costello: That's what I want to find out. I want you to tell me the names of the fellows on the St. Louis team.
Abbott: I'm telling you. Who's on first, What's on second, I Don't Know is on third–
Costello: You know the fellows' names?
Abbott: Yes.
Costello: Well, then who's playing first?
Abbott: Yes.
Costello: I mean the fellow's name on first base.
Abbott: Who.
Costello: The fellow playin' first base.
Abbott: Who.
Costello: The guy on first base.
Abbott: Who is on first.
Costello: Well, what are you askin' me for?
Abbott: I'm not asking you–I'm telling you. Who is on first.
Costello: I'm asking you–who's on first?
Abbott: That's the man's name.
Costello: That's who's name?
Abbott: Yes.
Costello: When you pay off the first baseman every month, who gets the money?
Abbott: Every dollar of it. And why not, the man's entitled to it.
Costello: Who is?
Abbott: Yes.
Costello: So who gets it?
Abbott: Why shouldn't he? Sometimes his wife comes down and collects it.
Costello: Who's wife?
Abbott: Yes. After all, the man earns it.
Costello: Who does?
Abbott: Absolutely.
Costello: Well, all I'm trying to find out is what's the guy's name on first base?
Abbott: Oh, no, no. What is on second base.
Costello: I'm not asking you who's on second.
Abbott: Who's on first!
Costello: St. Louis has a good outfield?
Abbott: Oh, absolutely.
Costello: The left fielder's name?
Abbott: Why.
Costello: I don't know, I just thought I'd ask.
Abbott: Well, I just thought I'd tell you.
Costello: Then tell me who's playing left field?
Abbott: Who's playing first.
Costello: Stay out of the infield! The left fielder's name?
Abbott: Why.
Costello: Because.
Abbott: Oh, he's center field.
Costello: Wait a minute. You got a pitcher on this team?
Abbott: Wouldn't this be a fine team without a pitcher?
Costello: Tell me the pitcher's name.
Abbott: Tomorrow.
Costello: Now, when the guy at bat bunts the ball–me being a good catcher–I want to throw the guy out at first base, so I pick up the ball and throw it to who?
Abbott: Now, that's he first thing you've said right.
Costello: I DON'T EVEN KNOW WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT!
Abbott: Don't get excited. Take it easy.
Costello: I throw the ball to first base, whoever it is grabs the ball, so the guy runs to second. Who picks up the ball and throws it to what. What throws it to I don't know. I don't know throws it back to tomorrow–a triple play.
Abbott: Yeah, it could be.
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Abbott: What was that?
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Families will start saving hundreds of dollars per year for coldest winter months
As part of its 100 Day Action Plan, a new Conservative government will repeal Justin Trudeau's carbon tax as its first piece of legislation, Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer said today.
Scheer has already announced that he will convene Parliament, at which time he will introduce and pass the Carbon Tax Repeal Act so Canadians aren't stuck paying a carbon tax over another long, cold winter.
"Canadians cannot afford to be punished every time they drive their kids to school or turn up their thermostat on a cold winter day," Scheer said. "That's why a new Conservative government will make sure Trudeau's carbon tax is history by January 1 and we will use every legislative tool at our disposal to get it done."
Trudeau's Environment Minister Catherine McKenna has already confirmed that the carbon tax will go up if the Liberals are re-elected, but hasn't said by how much. With Trudeau and the NDP now scheming to form a coalition government, Scheer said the carbon tax will go through the roof.
"A government with Trudeau as the spokesman and the NDP calling the shots would be the worst possible outcome for Canadians," Scheer said. "Part of the NDP's price to keep Trudeau in power will be a massive increase to the carbon tax. It's the coalition Canadians can't afford."
Scheer also highlighted another part of his 100 Day Action Plan: removing the GST from Canadians' home heating bills.
"In Canada, heating your home is not a luxury, it's a necessity," Scheer said. "Rising home energy costs are a particular burden on low and middle class families. Justin Trudeau believes we should tax these families for the privilege of heating their homes. I disagree. I will take the GST off home heating in my first 100 days as Prime Minister."
Scheer highlighted how families in Ontario will save as a result of these measures. Repealing the Trudeau Carbon Tax will save the average Ontario family $244 per year, while removing the GST on home energy costs will save them $114 more.
- Introduce 'Get Ahead Fiscal Update' within 45 of days of taking office.
- Implement Green Home Renovation Tax Credit, Children's Fitness Tax Credit,
- Children's Arts and Learning Tax Credit and Green Public Transit Tax Credit by January 1, 2020.
- Call a Premier's Meeting for January 6, 2020, to discuss removing trade barriers between provinces.
- Begin negotiations with Quebec on a single tax return.
- Bring in a maximum penalty of $20,000 for politicians who break the Conflict of Interest Act.
- Scrap the Trudeau Carbon Tax by January 1, 2020.
- Take the GST off home energy costs by January 1, 2020.
- Under a new Conservative government, an average retired couple living in Tsawwassen will save $2,580 a year.
- Under a new Conservative government, a family of four – soon to be five – in Montreal will save $4,642 a year.
- Under a new Conservative government, a family of four in Markham will save $3,264 a year.
- Scrap the Trudeau Carbon Tax, lowering the cost of everyday essentials like gas, groceries, and home heating.
- Introduce the Universal Tax Cut, saving an average couple $850.
- Take the GST off home heating costs, saving your family $107 every year.
- Introduce the Green Public Transit Tax Credit, saving a family of four who take transit up to $1,000.
- Make maternity benefits tax-free, putting up to $4,000 back in the pockets of new parents.
- Introduce the Children's Fitness Tax Credit, allowing parents to claim up to $1,000 for sports activities.
- Introduce the Children's Arts and Learning Tax Credit, letting parents claim up to $500 for arts and learning programs.
- Expand the Age Credit, benefiting the lowest income Canadians the most and giving a senior couple up to $300.
- Boost government-matching to RESPs by 50%, helping parents get more for their kids' education.
- Introduce the Green Home Renovation Tax Credit, putting up to $3,800 back in the pockets of Canadians for green home improvements.


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- Mohs Hardness Test
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Definition: Colour body means that the manufacturer has added a dye that closely resembles the colour of at the surface of the tile.
Importance: The importance of this is that if someone ever drops something heavy on the tile and it chips, it's less likely to show.
Accidents happen, but this is great feature to look for when picking tiles for high traffic areas. Last thing you want to see is an ugly chip spot on a tile if that ever happens. Colour body tiles also look great if the side of the tile is every going to be visible.
Definition: The PEI rating is essentially a measurement of the tile surface glaze's resistance to abrasion. This measurement applies to glazed tiles.
Importance: It's important to pay close attention to the PEI class when choosing a tile for a particular application.
Here are the recommended applications of the different PEI classes:
Class 0 – Light duty walls only, never underfoot
Class 1 – Walls of all applications, never under foot
Class 2 – Walls and light duty floors such as residential bathrooms
Class 3 – Residential floors and walls
Class 4 – Residential floors and walls, Medium traffic commercial
Class 5 – Any area residential or commercial
Definition: This term refers to the range of colour or pattern variation to expect on the tile. It ranges from no shade variation that can be detectable by the human eye (V0), to the potentially extremely variation on color, tone, and pattern of a (V4).
Importance: To recognize how much variation to expect on the tiles so that you don't get surprised and end up thinking either of the following:
- "That is not the tile that I picked!"
- "My newly tiled floor doesn't look anything like the sample tile."
V0 – Pieces of the same shade value are very uniform and smooth in texture. They can be measured for small color differences and are in compliance with color uniformity requirements.
V1 – Differences among pieces from the same tile are minimal.
V2 – There are clearly distinguishable differences in texture and/or pattern within similar colors of the tiles.
V3 – While the colors and/or texture present on a single piece of tile will be indicative of the colors and/or texture to be expected on the other tiles, the amount of colors and/or texture on each piece may vary significantly.
V4 – There is substantial variations between tiles. Expect random colour and/or texture differences from tile to tile, so that one tile may have totally different colors and/or texture from that on other tiles. Thus, the final installation will always be unique.
The Shade Variation plays a role in how busy you want the surface to look.
Definition: Ability of the tile to withstand temperatures below zero degrees Celsius.
Importance: This is great to know for installing tile for outdoor use especially in Canada otherwise the tile might crack or easily wear out it's colour after a cold season.
Definition: Tile is made from minerals. One of the most important tests for identifying the strength of any mineral specimen is the Mohs Hardness Test. This test compares the deep abrasion resistance of a mineral to being scratched by ten reference minerals known as the Mohs Hardness Scale. The test is useful because most specimens of a given mineral are very close to the same hardness. This makes hardness a reliable diagnostic property for a porcelain tile.
Importance: If you are planning to put a tile in a high traffic area or an area that is prone to abrasion, then it's important to consider the Mohs Hardness Scale of the tile in the selection process.
Mohs Hardness Scale:
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Gypsum | 2 |
Calcite | 3 |
Fluorite | 4 |
Apatite | 5 |
Orthoclase | 6 |
Quartz | 7 |
Topaz | 8 |
Corundum | 9 |
Diamond | 10 |
Definition: Water absorption rates are a measurement of how much moisture a specific type of tile is likely to absorb.
Importance: Some types of tiles may crack if the moisture penetration is too high. Therefore they are not suited for wet environments.
The four different ratings for tile moisture absorption are:
- Non-vitreous (Low density) – Tile with water absorption of more than 7.0 percent
- Semi-vitreous (Medium density) – Tile with water absorption of more than 3.0 percent, but not more than 7.0 percent
- Vitreous (High Density) – Tile with water absorption of more than 0.5 percent, but not more than 3.0 percent
- Impervious (Extremely dense) – Tile with water absorption of 0.5 percent or less. This is where porcelain tile is generally categorized
Note: Porcelain tile is defined by ANSI A137.1 as an impervious tile with a water absorption of 0.5% or less as measured by the ASTM C373 test method.
Definition: People generally slip on wet surfaces or wet shoes, not clean dry surfaces. This is a test that measures the amount of force required to keep an object in motion as it slides over a tile and reflects real life situations where a person might slip on wet tiles.
Importance: This is important to consider when selecting tiles if you are putting tiles in a location that is subject to traffic and exposed to water such as bathrooms or even hallways.
North American Standard – DCOF (Dynamic Coefficient of Friction)
The measurements require that for level floor tiles, wet with water.
Interior Floors: Minimum slip resistance is 0.42 DCOF
Exterior Floors: Minimum slip resistance is 0.60 DCOF
Other situations, such as slope, standing water, oil, grease, or other slippery substances, may require higher DCOF numbers.
The European (ISO) Standard – R rating (ramp test)
This test requires an operator who is protected by a fall restraint harness, and wearing standard footwear, walk backwards and forwards over a sample of a flooring material that has been evenly coated with oil. Beginning with the ramp in a horizontal position, they gradually increases the angle of inclination until the limit of safe walking is reached and the test person slips. The acceptance angle obtained is used to express the degree of slip resistance. The ratings scale goes low to high, R9 – R13.
Definition: Based on various characterists of the tile, some tiles are rated for walls and some are rated for both walls and floors.
Importance: This is great for knowing if a tile is suited for walls and not for floors.
Definition: The country in which the tile was manufactured in. Not to be confused with the tile being designed in a certain country, and then manufactured in a completely different country.
Importance: This is important because different countries set different standards for tile. For example, the tile industry in Italy has high standards for tile produced (which is governed by Certifications that the tile must pass). Italy is known for it's tile, mountains of marble like the Apuan Alpes, and how many years of experience this country has had in tile manufacturing. This will tell you about the quality you will expect to see.
At Vela Tile, we set high standards on quality because we want our customers to buy the same tile that we would be proud to put in our own home.
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Producing Area: Sanjo-Niigata/ Japan
Profile: Bunka
Size: 170mm
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Steel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2, Soft Stainless Clad
Handle: Walnut Octagonal
Total Length: 313mm
Handle two tip Length: 187mm
Blade Height: 48mm
Thickness: 3.8mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Weight: 133g
Maintenance & Care
NEVER PUT YOUR KNIVES IN THE DISHWASHER! That's it, and it applies to all knives. There are far too many chemical processes and changing heat effects for it to be good for anything made of steel. Most stock material cannot withstand it either.
You can roughly divide knives into two categories when we talk about care and maintenance; carbon knives (carbon knives) and stainless/semi stainless knives.
Carbon steel can be sharpened insanely sharp and holds an egg well (edge retention), but can rust and patina. Stainless steel has the advantage of being less prone to rust, but is not quite as sharp. Roughly speaking, because there are gradually many stainless "super steels" that have close to the same properties as carbon steel.
Pay attention to how hard the knife is hardened. Be especially careful with knives of 60 hrc and above. Hard foods can "chip" the blade. Be careful with fruit stones, bones, shellfish, woody stems or very hard cheese. Frozen foods are a total no-go.
Your cutting board plays a big role. Use wood. Endwood is particularly good. Plastic can also be fine, but definitely not glass, granite or bamboo. Hinogi (cypress) is particularly good and otherwise there are from the very top shelf, rubber cutting boards with wooden handles.
Scraping the edge of the knife sideways will dull or damage your knife. Instead, use the back of the knife to move items across the cutting board. Do not twist the edge or pry the tip and for the record, your knife is NOT a screwdriver!
After use, wash the knife by hand with ordinary washing-up liquid, rinse with warm water and dry immediately. No dishwasher! Highly reactive steel, such as white #1, can be advantageously wiped off regularly during use. These types of steel can benefit from a little oil on the steel from time to time.
Wooden handles can dry out over time and exposure to water. Simply treat them with some food-safe mineral oil or beeswax. Can possibly lightly sanded with sandpaper before and after.
Take care of the egg, for your own sake and the sake of the knife. A saya (sheath) is optimal, but a simple blade cover will be fine if you store knives in a drawer or travel bag. Loosely lying in a drawer is a super bad solution.
A wall magnet made of wood is a great way to display your knives. Be sure to put it back on the spine first, then roll it on the surface of the blade. This will prevent the egg from making contact with the tree first. Steel knife magnets are a bad idea as they will scratch the blade of the knife.
Knife blocks are not optimal, neither for the egg nor for hygiene.
All knives should be straightened before each use. This is best done on a leather strap. Steel irons are unsuitable for knives with a hardness of 59 and above. A ceramic version can be used here, but you have to be aware that it will grind and remove steel every time you use it. It is not appropriate if the egg simply needs to be "raised". We can help with leather straps and their use.
When the knife gradually becomes so dull that a definite sharpening is unavoidable, this is best done on a wet stone or a slow-moving sharpening machine. If you don't have the skills or the courage, drop it off with us and we'll take care of it.


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Linux Malware Detect (LMD) or Maldet is a malware scanner for Linux released under the GNU GPLv2 (free, open source) license, that is designed around the threats faced in hosting environments. It uses threat data from network edge intrusion detection systems to extract malware that is actively being used in attacks and generates signatures for detection. In addition, threat data is also derived from user submissions with the LMD checkout feature, threats found on the TCH network of over 30,000 hosted domains and from malware community resources.
To install Maldet
Change the present working directory to /usr/local/src using the command below. You may choose any other directory of your choice, where you want the installation script to be downloaded.
cd /usr/local/src
Run the below command to download the archive file to the present working directory:
wget https://www.rfxn.com/downloads/maldetect-current.tar.gz
Extract the files using the command:
tar -xzf maldetect-current.tar.gz
Go to the Maldet directory using the command:
cd maldetect-*
Run the installation script:
sh ./install.sh
Sample Output:
Linux Malware Detect v1.3.4
(C) 1999-2010, R-fx Networks
inotifywait (C) 2007, Rohan McGovern
This program may be freely redistributed under the terms of the GNU GPL
installation completed to /usr/local/maldetect
config file: /usr/local/maldetect/conf.maldet
exec file: /usr/local/maldetect/maldet
exec link: /usr/local/sbin/maldet
cron.daily: /etc/cron.daily/maldet
maldet(32517): {sigup} performing signature update check…
maldet(32517): {sigup} local signature set is version 2010051510029
maldet(32517): {sigup} latest signature set already [email protected]>@r-fx.org>@r-fx.org>
To configure LMD
By default, all options are fully commented in the configuration file (/usr/local/maldetect/conf.maldet). You can configure them as per your requirement. Various options are listed below:
email_alert: Set it to 1 to receive email alerts.
email_subj: Specify your email subject.
email_addr: Add your email address to receive malware alerts.
quar_hits: This is the default quarantine action for malware hits and should be set to 1.
quar_clean: This is the cleaning action for detected malware injections and should be set to 1.
quar_susp: This is the default suspend action for users with hits. Set it as per your requirement.
quar_susp_minuid: Minimum userid that can be suspended.
You can update Maldet, using the command:
maldet -u or maldet -d
To Scan using Maldet
To scan the files of a particular user, use the command:
maldet -a /home/username/
To scan all users under /home/public_html, use the command:
maldet –scan-all /home?/?/public_html
To attempt a clean on all malware results from a previous scan that did not have the feature enabled, use the command:
maldet –clean SCANID


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A windy stretch of the Mojave Desert once roamed by tortoises and coyotes has been transformed by hundreds of thousands of mirrors into the largest solar power plant of its type in the world, a milestone for a growing industry that is testing the balance between wilderness conservation and the pursuit of green energy across the American West.
The Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System, sprawling across roughly 5 square miles (13 km2) of federal land near the California-Nevada border, formally opened Thursday after years of regulatory and legal tangles ranging from relocating protected tortoises to assessing the impact on Mojave milkweed and other plants.
"The Ivanpah project is a shining example of how America is becoming a world leader in solar energy," U.S. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz said in a statement after attending a dedication ceremony at the site. "This project shows that building a clean-energy economy creates jobs, curbs greenhouse gas emissions and fosters American innovation."
The $2.2 billion complex of three generating units, owned by NRG Energy Inc., Google Inc. and BrightSource Energy, can produce nearly 400 MW—enough power for 140,000 homes. It began making electricity last year.
Larger projects are on the way, but for now, Ivanpah is being described as a marker for the United States' emerging solar industry. While solar power accounts for less than 1% of the nation's power output, thousands of projects from large, utility-scale plants to small production sites are under construction or being planned, particularly across the sun-drenched Southwest.
The opening of Ivanpah is "a dawn of a new era in power generation in the United States," said Rhone Resch, president of the Solar Energy Industries Association, a trade group.
The plant's dedication comes as government continues to push for development of greener, cleaner power.
President Barack Obama has mounted a second-term drive to combat climate change, proposing first-ever limits on carbon pollution from new and existing power plants. His plan aims to help move the U.S. from a coal-dependent past into a future fired by wind and solar power, nuclear energy and natural gas.
According to U.S. Energy Information Administration data, the cost of building and operating a new solar thermal power plant over its lifetime is greater than generating natural gas, coal or nuclear power. It costs a conventional coal plant $100, on average, to produce a megawatt-hour of power, but that figure is $261 for solar thermal power, according to 2011 estimates. The figures do not account for incentives such as state or federal tax credits that can affect the cost.
Ken Johnson, a spokesman for the solar association, said in a statement that solar systems have seen "dramatic price declines" in the last few years.
That's good for utilities in California, which must obtain a third of their electricity from solar and other renewable sources by 2020.
The Ivanpah site, about 45 miles (75 km) southwest of Las Vegas, has virtually unbroken sunshine most of the year and is near transmission lines that carry power to consumers.
Using technology known as solar-thermal, nearly 350,000 computer-controlled mirrors roughly the size of a garage door reflect sunlight to boilers atop 459-ft (140-m) towers. The sun's power is used to heat water in the boilers' tubes and make steam, which drives turbines to create electricity.
While many people are familiar with rooftop solar, or photovoltaic panels, "these are a little bit different. This takes the sun's rays and reflects them onto towers," said NRG spokesman Jeff Holland.
The plant can be a startling sight for drivers heading toward Las Vegas along busy Interstate 15. Amid miles of rock and scrub, its vast array of mirrors creates the image of an ethereal lake shimmering atop the desert floor. In fact, it's built on a dry lakebed.
Google announced in 2011 that it would invest $168 million in the project. As part of its financing, BrightSource also lined up $1.6 billion in loans guaranteed by the U.S. Energy Department, while San Francisco-based Bechtel Corp. constructed the facility.
Ivanpah can be seen as a success story and a cautionary tale, highlighting the inevitable trade-offs between the need for cleaner power and the loss of fragile, open land. The California Energy Commission concluded that while the solar plant would impose "significant impacts on the environment … the benefits the project would provide override those impacts."
Such disputes are likely to continue for years as more companies seek to develop solar, wind and geothermalplants on land treasured by environmentalists who also support the growth of renewable energy. At issue is what is worth preserving and at what cost, as California pushes to generate more electricity from renewable sources.
In 2012, the federal government established 17 "solar energy zones" in an attempt to direct development to land it has identified as having fewer wildlife and natural-resource obstacles. The zones comprise about 450 square miles (1,165 km2)in six states — California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico.
Government documents show dozens of dead birds from sparrows to hawks have been found on the site, some with melted feathers. The suspected causes of death include collisions with mirrors and scorching. In November alone, 11 dead birds were found, including two, a blackbird and a warbler, with singed feathers.
The Western Watersheds Project is continuing to push a lawsuit against federal agencies that reviewed the Ivanpah project. Its California director, Michael J. Connor, said alternatives to the site were not considered and serious environmental impacts, including fragmenting the tortoise population, were ignored.
NRG did not respond to a request for comment on the lawsuit.
According to statistics compiled by the Energy Department, the solar industry employs more than 140,000 Americans at about 6,100 companies, with employment increasing nearly 20 percent since the fall of 2012.


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It's 'internship time' at Facebook, Google, Apple
Silicon Valley tech firms pay their interns more than any other sector in the US
Mountain View: Sitting in a kitchen stocked with free food, a handful of 20-something Google summer interns weigh their favorite perks, but where to begin? With bikes, buses, massages, swimming pools, dance classes, nap pods, parties and access to their tech heroes, it's a very long list.
"Unlimited sparkling water?" someone says.
In the end, however, the budding Googlers are most excited about the work.
"The project I'm working on is super high impact, and I'm looking for ways to make my mark," says Rita DeRaedt, 20, studying visual communication technology at Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She admitted to being a bit star-struck after she was assigned to a team headed by a designer she's long admired.
With summer's arrival comes an influx of thousands of Silicon Valley interns. Well paid and perked, young up-and-comers from around the world who successfully navigate the competitive application process are assigned big time responsibility at firms such as Google, Facebook, Dropbox and Twitter.
Silicon Valley tech firms pay their interns more than any other sector in the US, according to a Top 25 list of 2014 intern pay by online career website Glassdoor.
Games room at the Google office in Los Angeles. (Photo courtesy: Google)
Palantir Technologies, a Palo Alto-based cybersecurity firm, topped the list with $7,012 average monthly base pay. Also on the list: Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, eBay, Google and Apple, all of which pay more than $5,000 a month, or $60,000 annually if these were full time jobs.
And that's not counting the perks, which at Facebook even include housing in this high rent region.
Executives hope that a fun and stimulating summer will motivate them to come back after graduation to launch careers. It's money well spent in a field fighting for talent, says Keck Graduate Institute professor Joel West in Claremont, who hired interns when he ran his own software company, and now helps place students at internships.
"When you're an employer, interns are a win-win, because you get relatively cheap labor and you get a first look at talented and ambitious people," he says. "You get first dibs on them."
Indeed, many of the internships turn into careers.
Max Schireson, CEO of database startup MongoDB, with offices in Palo Alto and New York, says they nurture former interns, 35 this summer selected from a pool of 3,000, when they return to their respective schools - primarily Brown, MIT, Stanford and Princeton.
"We try to keep in touch with them both to keep that relationship warm but also because they can help us in identifying our next crop," Schireson says.
Schireson says that while there's solid pay, with food, drink and candy around the office, there are limits. Ultimately, he says, "we want people attracted mostly by the workplace challenges."
Typically, interns are assigned to collaborative teams working on specific projects; computer science student might be writing software code to make failed passcode attempts erase data, while a human resources student might be creating online learning modules for new hires.
Serial entrepreneur Jon Bischke, currently CEO of San Francisco-based Entelo, a tech recruiter, said interns better arrive ready to hustle.
"Companies in Silicon Valley are growing faster than literally any companies anywhere since the beginning of time," he said. "The energy is palpable and for people who appreciate fast-paced environments, you won't find anything faster than what's going on in Silicon Valley right now."
Facebook's office in California. (Photo: AP)
But there is an effort to keep hours reasonable, and many said East Coast financial sector interns work longer hours for less pay.
"We believe in paying for work and paying our interns, full stop, but we don't believe in making interns work all hours of the day unnecessarily, and think there are lessons to be learned in terms of managing time and workflow," said Google spokeswoman Meghan Casserly. Overtime is allowed, however, for projects that warrant it, she says.
Chris Crawford was 18, a student at University of California, Santa Cruz, when he landed his first internship at nearby Cupertino-based Apple. He spent the next five summers interning at Apple, two in public relations, three at iTunes.
"I love Apple technology, I'm a musician and I loved what they were doing in the music industry, and I got real life business experience there," says Crawford, who went on to launch his own startup, Loudr.fm, in 2009, an online service where musicians can sell cover songs and original music to fans, or through iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and other sites.
Now and then, he says, their little firm of eight even gets an intern.
Google's head of global staffing Kyle Ewing says the biggest misconception about their interns is that they are all computer scientists from elite universities. Instead, Google, and many other firms, have outreach programs to both diversify their workforce and provide opportunities for non-technical students.
As for the new class of interns, thousands of them, Ewing says she expects them to be tackling major challenges as they sip their sparkly water over the next three months. "Our hope is that we can offer a job to anybody who has a successful summer," she says. "We have a very, very successful pipeline."
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When it comes to vaccinating adolescent females against human papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted disease known to be the main cause of cervical cancer, Connecticut boasts a slightly higher participation rate than the national average.
About 58 percent of females in the state received the initial HPV vaccine dose compared with roughly 54 percent nationally, according to the National Immunization Survey, based on data from 2012 for girls aged 13-17.
HPV vaccine is given in three shots and Connecticut has a completion rate of 44 percent, better than the national average of 33 percent, according to the survey. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that the number of girls receiving the HPV vaccine nationally lags behind other vaccination rates and has "not moved forward.''
The state's rate is "probably due to a combination of factors," said Linda Niccolai, an associate professor of epidemiology at the Yale School of Public Health and director of the HPV-Impact Project at the Yale Emerging Infections Program. "Health insurance coverage and rates are pretty good in Connecticut, but it's also possible that providers in Connecticut are more proactive in making sure their patients are vaccinated and parents are more aware of the need for the vaccination."
The national data show that Hispanic females have the highest participation rate at 63 percent, followed by whites at 51 percent, and blacks at 50 percent.
But the national rate drops to 33 percent for completing shots two and three in the series. About 35 percent of Hispanics and white females complete the shot series compared with 29 percent of black females. Data for Connecticut is not available based on ethnicity.
The CDC recommends that the vaccine be given in three shots over a six-month window for girls ages 11 and 12, and for young women ages 13-26, who have not been vaccinated or completed the vaccine series. The vaccine is also recommended for boys, but the national participation rate is 21 percent.
Shannon Stokley, a researcher with CDC's Division of Immunization Services, said the six-month recommendation was created because it's uncertain when teens will start engaging in sexual activity, so delaying completion can be risky. Ideally, females should get the vaccine before they become sexually active and are exposed to HPV, and one dose isn't enough to give adolescents protection.
Niccolai said that one explanation for the almost equal initiation rates for the vaccine across race could be the federal Vaccines for Children Program, which provides the HPV series to adolescents at no cost. Access to the first shot is most convenient since it's normally incorporated into a well-child visit at a doctor's office or clinic. But the second and third shots require additional office visits.
"The access to care that may not be as salient for getting the first dose are probably more salient for doses two and three," said Niccolai.
Niccolai received a grant from the Yale Cancer Center to initiate a school-based pilot intervention program for HPV vaccination in New Haven targeting minorities and low-income populations to ensure adolescents receive all three shots. The program is in the planning stage. Such programs have been met with success in the UK and Australia, where vaccine completion rates average 85 percent.
"We are definitely struggling with follow-up and I think it would help if it was mandated in schools," said Dr. Ramindra Walia, chief medical officer at United Community & Family Services in Norwich.
United received a batch of the HPV vaccine from the CDC under the VFC program to give to adolescents who can't pay for it. Walia said most patients at United are insured in the state's HUSKY program, which covers the entire vaccine series. Most private insurance plans cover the vaccine. The out-of-pocket expense for all three shots is about $400, for those not insured or eligible for the VFC program.
Cost aside, many parents hesitate to vaccinate their children over fear that it gives them license to be sexually promiscuous. Others are suspicious of health risks, said Dr. Dara Richards, chief of pediatrics at the Southwest Community Health Center in Bridgeport, which serves a largely Hispanic and low-income population.
Richards said that some parents "are less likely to go online and get educated about the vaccine and ask questions.''
Most patients at Southwest complete the vaccine series, although it normally takes 12-18 months instead of the recommended six, said Richards. If an adolescent falls behind in completing the series on schedule, they don't have to start over.
Recent clinical studies indicate a drop in pre-cervical cancer, known as intraepithelial neoplasia, in females who received the complete HPV vaccine series.
L.J. Tan, chief strategy officer at the Immunization Action Coalition, in St. Paul, Minnesota, said that the initial study results that the vaccine can reduce cervical cancer rates are promising. But, researchers will have to wait at least a decade to gather data on the current immunized population.
According to 2010 data compiled by the CDC, black women have the highest rate of cervical cancer, followed by Hispanics, whites and other minorities. Black woman and Hispanics are more likely to die from the disease than all other women, the data show.


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If you have any interest to buy Autobusd (ABS), you will be required to have either Bitcoin abbreviated as (BTC) or Ethereum (ETH) for trading purposes. I have reviewed the major cryptocurrency exchange Binance in this post to help you determine the best sites to buy cryptocurrency using a credit card or bank account. Take a read and get tips on the best cryptocurrency trading.
Step 1: How to create a Binance account:
1.1 Visit Binance's Website (https://www.binance.com/en)
There have been several phishing cases reported over the past years that are imitations to the original site, it is essential to scrutinize the URL to the website keenly. First, be on the lookout for the 'Secure' certificate that should pop up in your address bar and that acts as a confirmation of the site's genuineness. Second, to be extra safe while trading on the platform, ensure to bookmark the authentic site to evade any confusion in future searches.
1.2 Fill in your trading details
You have to fill in your details by going to the ''Register" tab found in the right-hand corner of the website's page and fill in your trading details. For instance, you will need to fill in your mobile number or you choose to use your email address. For the email address, it is necessary to use your main email that you can access easily and the most secure one since you will need it to sign in to your Binance account always.
You also need to choose a strong password for your email; a strong password should comprise a mix of numbers, symbols, upper and lower-case letters. You will receive a 6-digit code via the email you provided as your account's verification code and for completing the registration process.
1.3 Allow 2FA-Two-factor authentication (Optional)
To make your account more secure you need to allow use of a two-factor authentication after your first log in. Trust me; it is vital to set up the 2FA because it makes your account more secure from any hacking activity!
Every time you log in with the two-factor authentication, you will need to provide a unique code once your type in your email and password. To get your unique code, use the Google authenticator app downloaded into your smartphone.
Step 2: Buying your first Bitcoin (BTC)
To send money to your Crypto wallet account on Binance either directly via your bank account through SWIFT money transfer or you can opt to use your debit/credit card. For this part, I will guide you on how to use your credit card.
Binance previously didn't allow the use of credit or debit cards on its platform, but the same has been introduced. Binance partnered with Simplex to allow its users to use their credit and debit cards to buy Bitcoin or Ethereum. This has led to faster Crypto transaction speeds, low transaction charges, and more transaction flexibility.
I highly recommend buying Bitcoin first and then trading it for the right amount of Autobusd (ABS).
It is easy to purchase Bitcoins via your credit card but I will elaborate on best ways you can do it step-by-step to make sure you understand all the trading nitty-gritty.
- Move your mouse's cursor to 'Buy Crypto' tab found on the top bar and activate the dropdown menu. Then choose the currency, For instance, US Dollars, and click the 'Credit/Debit Card' to lead you to the next step.
- You be led to the next page; in this page you will see options to choose the desired Bitcoin (Select BTC), and the amount you need to spend to buy your choice Bitcoin amount. The total amount you need to spend will be displayed according to the Bitcoin amount you request and the matching market price at that time (inclusive of all fees). However, you can choose to first set the total charge then the system will automatically calculate the order amount for you.
- Next, click "Buy BTC. A window that contains all the details of your order will pop up. However, before you confirm your order you need to read the disclaimer and Terms of Use. Once satisfied, confirm your order by ticking the tab and head to "Go to payment''; click.
- Fill in your credit card details and personal information too. Once done, you need to click "Pay now" and give it a moment to verify your details.
- You will be required to verify your email and phone number if it happens to be your first simplex payment via a code send through your email or an SMS. Complete the verification process by opening the link in your email and type in the code you receive via SMS. Once you do all the above, you can click "Continue".
- Verification of identity follows next via the use of an official document. Basically upload your identification document photo accompanied by your personal details and click the "Upload Document" tab.
Lastly, your personal document will be approved once verified by the system and an email send to show the confirmation of order purchase. Subsequently, your Binance account is credited with the purchased BTC or Ethereum.
Step 3: Transferring Your Cryptos to an Altcoin Exchange Cointiger
Now let me show you how to buy Autobusd (ABS) using your investment from Binance.
But remember that not every crypto can be traded in Binance we need to transfer our coins to an exchange that Autobusd (ABS) can be traded. Let me guide you to COINTIGER which is a famous exchange to trade altcoins. You need to use the link below to register your new account.
If you have completed similar processes as we've done before with Binance we are ready to transfer our Bitcoins.
Step 4: Depositing BTC to Exchange
If you have created your trading account setup at one of the exchanges that trades Autobusd (ABS), you will need to transfer your BTC from Binance to that specific exchange. Which you will have to do via a wallet system.
Then move your cursor on "Funds" from the top right menu and click "Deposit" on dropdown menu.
Look for BTC top on the currency list. Click deposit button and copy the given "Deposit Address"
This process may be a little bit difficult but don't worry, it is easier than a bank transfer.
If you have already copied your unique BTC wallet address go back to Binance.
Then move your cursor to "Wallet" on the right hand side of the topbar and once the popup shows up, click on "Fiat and Spot (Deposit & Withdrawal)".
Look for BTC in the list and click on "Withdraw" on the right hand side.
Then you will have to paste the deposit address you just copied from the other exchange and select BTC as the transfer network. Write down the amount that you want to withdraw (you may click the Max button if you want to withdraw all).
To start the withdrawal process you have to click the submit button. To continue with the withdrawal, Binance may ask you for your 2FA code and also you will have to confirm the withdrawal with an e-mail.
That is all you need to do, now you should wait for a while so that the blockchain to confirm your transaction.
Step 5: Trading Autobusd (ABS)
If you have done all the above, head back to Bitmax to buy Autobusd (ABS) with the Bitcoins you sent.
Move your mouse over to trading and then click standard under cash trading.
Look for the left column make sure to select "BTC" pair and in the search bar type in "ABS".
If you have already moved your coin click on it and now you will see a price chart of ABS/BTC in the middle of the page.
Select the "Market" tab as that is the easiest way of buying orders. You can either type in your amount or choose what portion of your BTC deposit you would like to spend on buying, by clicking on the percentage buttons.
Once you have done the above, click "Buy ABS". Now you own your ABS!
Other Exchanges to Buy Cryptos
The following are other sites you can buy from these exchanges:
HotBit (Which permits US investors)
MXC (This exchange allows US investors)
Huobi Global
On top of the above-listed exchanges, there are some more common crypto exchanges where daily trading volumes and a huge user base is available. This helps to ensure that you can sell your coins any time you want and the charges for the trading are not high. It is recommended that you should also register on these exchanges because whenever Autobusd gets listed there it give the traders who have already registered a large amount of trading volumes, that means you will be provided with some great trading opportunities!
Final Step: How to Store Autobusd securely in hardware wallets
1. Ledger Nano S
- Easy to set up and has a friendly trading interface.
- Allows use on desktops and laptops
- Lightweight and Portable too
- Has been designed to Support most blockchains and a wide range of (ERC-20) tokens
- Has many trading languages.
- Designed by a well-established company found in 2014 with great chip security
- It is not expensive but can be acquired at affordable price
2. Ledger Nano X
- It made with a more advanced and secure element chip (ST33) than Ledger Nano S
- Has an easy design that allows the use on desktop or laptop, or even smartphone and tablet through Bluetooth connection.
- Also Lightweight and Portable and has a built-in rechargeable battery
- Has a Larger screen
- Comes with more storage space compared toLedger Nano S
- It supports most blockchains and wide range of (ERC-20) tokens
- Provides several languages for every customer
- It was designed by a famous company found in 2014 with great chip security
- Can be obtained at an affordable price
If you still have plans to stay at hodl" as some people call it, basically misspelt "hold" (which become famous as time passes) your Autobusd for some long time, you need to find ways to ensure it stays safe safe,
However Binance is the most safe cryptocurrency exchange, in the past few years there have been hacking incidents and funds were lost. Because of the design of the wallets in exchanges, they will be accessible always via the internet ("Hot Wallets" as they are called), therefore exposing certain aspects of weaknesses.
Thus safeguard your cryptos by putting them in "Cold Wallets", where the wallet will only have access to the blockchain(or simply "go online") when you send out funds,. This reduces the chances of being hacked. For example, use a paper wallet which is a type of free cold wallet. It can also be defined as an offline-produced pair of public and private address and that you write on a paper for keeping safely with you. But, it is not permanent and may be faced by certain risk.
Thus, Hardware wallet is therefore the best compared to cold wallets. Since they are usually USB-enabled devices that can hold the key information of your wallet in the safest manner. Also they are designed using military-level security and their firmware's are continuously upgraded by their manufacturers and this makes them extra safe to use. For example, Ledger Nano S and Ledger Nano X and are most common hardware wallets, you can buy one at $50 to $100 depending on the specifications they have. I highly recommend these for holding your assets because these wallets are a worthy every penny according to my experience and opinion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to buy Autobusd with cash?
The answer is No. Because there is no way you can directly buy Autobusd with cash. But, using marketplaces such as LocalBitcoins to first buy Bitcoin, and completethe rest of the steps by transferring your bitcoin to respective AltCoin exchanges.
How do I Buy Bitcoin from local sellers?
You can go to LocalBitcoins that is a peer-to-peer Bitcoin exchange. It is more of a marketplace where users can buy and sell Bitcoins to and from each other. Users, known as traders, make advertisements to show their price and the payment method they want used. Then buyers buy from the traders to buy from sellers in a particular nearby region on the platform. LocalBitcoins is after all a good place to go to buy Bitcoins when it is impossible for you to find your favorite payment methods somewhere else. The site's prices are high and you have you have to be extra careful to avoid conmen.
What are the quickest ways I can buy Autobusd while living in Europe?
While in Europe you have the advantage of buying cryptos in an easy and quick way. Because Europe has even online banks which help buyers to simply open an account and transfer money to exchanges such as Coinbase and Coinmama. Such banks which are common as online banks in Europe are Bunq, N26 and Revolut.
Can I use alternative platforms to purchase Autobusd or Bitcoin with credit cards?
Yes you can, you just need to visit Changelly which an easy to trade in site especially when it comes to buying Bitcoin with credit cards. It provides an automatic cryptocurrency exchange that gives a buyer the opportunity to exchange crypto fast and buy them using credit card. It has been designed to allow users to have easy crypto buying since it has a simple user interface and provides instructions that are easy to follow too.
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