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The migration processes described in this document are not minor changes. This
document is in early stages and may be missing some details but hopefully the
main things have been covered. If you do try a migration, please
We are planning on making Linux 2.6 the default kernel for when 2005.0 is released (for some arch's). At the same time, we will encourage all existing users of those arch's to upgrade to Linux 2.6, as many will still be running 2.4. Your feedback on this document is much appreciated, so that when this time comes, the document can be in good shape for the mass-migration.
That is no easy question to answer. Linux 2.6 is the result of over 2 years of rapid development and stabilisation of new features, and is architectually quite different from its 2.4 counterpart. Some of the more major changes are listed below:
Joseph Pranevich has written a very detailed document,
In the past, Gentoo has instructed users to use
The above may not mean much to you, but fear not, the hard working Gentoo developers have put effort into making the migration from devfs very easy.
With Linux 2.4, chances are that you used OSS (open sound system) drivers to power your sound card. OSS has been replaced by a newer and better set of sound drivers: ALSA.
ALSA, the Advanced Linux Sound Architecture, is a new set of sound drivers with a new and improved API, present in the Linux 2.6 kernel. It is backwards compatible with OSS applications, provided that you select the right kernel configuration options!
Some of the changes brought in with Linux 2.6 also required some changes in the base system applications. Before continuing, you should ensure that your system is relatively up-to-date, and to be perfectly sure, you should update all world and system packages where updates are available.
In particular, make sure you have the latest stable versions of the following packages:
# emerge sync # emerge -ua world
Linux 2.6 introduces a new module format, and therefore requires new tools for
handling modules. These are bundled up into the
You should now remove modutils and install module-init-tools:
# emerge unmerge modutils # emerge module-init-tools
There is no configuration involved here. Simply use
# emerge -a udev
ALSA requires you to have some packages installed, so that applications can use the ALSA API. These packages will also allow you to control the mixer and volume levels. Install the required utilities as follows:
# emerge -a alsa-lib alsa-utils alsa-tools alsa-headers alsa-oss
The first thing you need to do is install sources of a 2.6 kernel of your
choice. The two Gentoo-supported 2.6 kernels are currently
In this guide, we'll use
# emerge -a gentoo-dev-sources These are the packages that I would merge, in order: Calculating dependencies ...done! [ebuild N ] sys-kernel/gentoo-dev-sources-2.6.9-r2 Do you want me to merge these packages? [Yes/No] y
Various components of the Gentoo utilities rely on /usr/src/linux being a symbolic link to the kernel sources that you are running (or wish to compile against).
We will now update our /usr/src/linux link to point at the kernel sources we just installed. Continuing our example:
# cd /usr/src # ln -sf linux-2.6.9-gentoo-r2 linux
Before we get stuck into configuring the kernel, I'll attempt to detail the most common errors that people make when migrating to Linux 2.6, as some of these points will influence the way you configure the new kernel.
You'll be asked many many questions, since there have been a large amount of
changes. Many people who do try a
In Linux 2.4, the only way to achieve good CD/DVD writing results was to enable
the (rather ugly)
You don't need to enable any extra options to support CD writing. Just be sure
You won't get your normal console beeps (or any response from the PC speaker at
all) unless you specifically enable the new PC speaker option
Device Drivers ---> Input device support ---> [*] Misc <*> PC Speaker support
Very recently, a new USB storage device driver has been added to the kernel. At the time of writing, this driver ("ub") is still in its early stages and some users find it to be unreliable. If you have problems accessing your USB hard disk, USB flash disk, USB card reader, or USB digital camera, then you could try reverting to the older SCSI-style driver:
Device Drivers ---> Block devices ---> < > Low Performance USB Block driver
If you have edited your
If you are a desktop 2.4 user, you may have hacked your system into running X at a higher priority, as in some cases it seems to provide better desktop performance.
There have been many scheduler changes in 2.6 which change this behaviour. If
you continue to run X at a higher priority, it will do exactly what it is
supposed to (run the
In Linux 2.6, you no longer need to renice desktop applications to get good interactivity. Please remove your "niceness" hacks!
One of the changes that a default udev configuration introduces is different
organisation of the mouse device nodes. Previously, you would have had nodes
such as
Since the old X configurations typically reference
(EE) xf86OpenSerial: Cannot open device /dev/mouse No such file or directory. (EE) Mouse0: cannot open input device (EE) PreInit failed for input device "Mouse0" No core pointer
To correct this, open your X11 config in a text editor, and update the mouse
# nano -w /etc/X11/xorg.conf
Section "InputDevice" Identifier "Mouse0" Driver "mouse" Option "Protocol" "auto" Option "Device" "/dev/input/mice" EndSection
As with Linux 2.4, you have two options for managing your new kernel build.
We'll now get on with configuring the kernel. Open menuconfig in the usual way:
# cd /usr/src/linux # make menuconfig
You will probably be familiar with using menuconfig from configuring 2.4
kernels. Fortunately, the front end has barely changed at all, but you will
observe much better organisation of kernel options, plus
Be sure to enable the following important kernel options:
File systems ---> Pseudo Filesystems ---> [*] /proc file system support [*] Virtual memory file system support (former shm fs)
(the following are required for udev):General setup ---> [*] Support for hot-pluggable devices Device Drivers ---> Block devices ---> <*> RAM disk support (the following are required for ALSA):Device Drivers ---> Sound ---> <*> Sound card support Advanced Linux Sound Architecture ---> <M> Advanced Linux Sound Architecture <M> Sequencer support <M> OSS Mixer API [*] OSS Sequencer API (and dont forget to select your soundcard from the submenus!)
Also, remember to enable support for the filesystems that you use, and the
hardware present in your system. Be sure to enable support for the IDE
controller on your motherboard if you wish to benefit from fast DMA disk
access. Refer to the
Now that we have configured the kernel, we can start the compilation process:
# make && make modules_install
Wait for the kernel compilation to complete (and observe the much more readable compilation output).
The next step is mounting your
# mount /boot # cp arch/i386/boot/bzImage /boot/bzImage-2.6.9-gentoo-r2 # cp System.map /boot/System.map-2.6.9-gentoo-r2
Note that the above instructions are examples only, you should follow your
usual procedure of updating kernels by following the instructions in the
When updating your bootloader config, do not remove the old entry pointing at your 2.4 kernel. This way, you will easily be able to switch between the two if something is not working.
Now continue onto the
If you prefer to use genkernel instead of manually configuring your kernel, you will be happy to hear that using genkernel to produce 2.6 kernels is very similar to the process you performed when producing your previous 2.4 kernel.
You should invoke genkernel as shown below:
# genkernel --udev --menuconfig --bootloader=grub all
In the above example, we also take advantage of genkernel features to open menuconfig to allow you to customise the kernel configuration (if you wish), and to update the grub bootloader configuration after compilation.
You should choose genkernel arguments that suit you, but do not forget to
include the
Many users will additionally rely on kernel modules that are built outside of
the kernel tree. Common examples are the binary ATI and Nvidia graphics
drivers. You now need to install those modules, which will compile against the
2.6 sources found at
Refer again to the
You may have decided to compile some kernel components as modules (as opposed to compiled directly into the kernel) and would like to have them autoloaded on bootup like you did with 2.4. Also, if you installed any external modules from the portage tree (as described above) you will probably want to autoload them too.
You can achieve this similarly as to how you did with 2.4. Simply open up the
# nano -w /etc/modules.autoload.d/kernel-2.6
# /etc/modules.autoload.d/kernel-2.6: kernel modules to load when system boots. # # Note that this file is for 2.6 kernels. # # Add the names of modules that you'd like to load when the system # starts into this file, one per line. Comments begin with # and # are ignored. Read man modules.autoload for additional details. 3c59x nvidia
You will have noticed that we chose to compile ALSA as modules. We can now
configure ALSA's behaviour easily. However, we also need to configure which
modules are to be loaded. Open up
# nano -w /etc/modules.d/alsa
Now look for the section marked as
## IMPORTANT: ## You need to customise this section for your specific sound card(s) ## and then run `update-modules' command. ## Read alsa-driver's INSTALL file in /usr/share/doc for more info. ## ## ALSA portion # My laptop uses the snd-maestro3 driver alias snd-card-0 snd-maestro3 ## OSS/Free portion # Generally all you need to do is uncomment this line: alias sound-slot-0 snd-card-0
For more info on which driver name to use, consult the
Finally, set the
# rc-update add alsasound boot
It's now time to boot into Linux 2.6. Close all applications and reboot:
# modules-update # umount /boot # reboot
When you reboot, if you followed this document correctly so far, you will have the option of either loading Linux 2.4 or Linux 2.6 from your bootloader. Choose Linux 2.6.
Once the system has booted, check that things are working. If you made a
mistake in the kernel configuration, don't worry, you can skip back to the
By default, ALSA channels are muted, so you won't hear anything when you go to
play a sound. You need to unmute them now. Run the
By now you are running Linux 2.6 and hopefully have all issues ironed out. You should now update your Linux kernel header files and re-merge glibc so that userspace applications can take advantage of new Linux 2.6 features.
# emerge unmerge linux-headers # emerge linux26-headers
After updating your headers package, you should generally re-merge glibc.
There is a new feature here that you may be interested in - NPTL. NPTL is a new
threading model present in Linux 2.6, which features much quicker thread create
and destroy times. This won't make much of a difference to most systems, but
you may wish to enable it during this migration process! To enable NPTL, edit
Now re-merge glibc (you should do this even if you did not choose to enable NPTL).
# emerge -a glibc
If you enabled NPTL, existing binaries will not use it until they are
recompiled. However, any binaries compiled from this point onwards
# emerge -e world
Alternatively, you can just let your system "naturally" convert itself to NPTL as you update to newer versions of packages when they are released.
With the incredible amount of work that went into Linux 2.6, it is sometimes inevitable that things which used to work fine, no longer function as expected.
If you have any problems with your 2.6 kernel, and you can confirm that this
problem does not exist with Linux 2.4, then please open a bug with us on our
Hopefully you have just completed a smooth migration and you are enjoying the
benefits which Linux 2.6 brings over 2.4. As I mentioned at the start, we are
looking for feedback on this document - even if your migration went perfectly
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INDIO >> With dramatic expressions and acrobatic jumps, AFI frontman Davey Havok left it all out on the Coachella Stage during the second weekend of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.
The rock band wasted no time, opening up with songs such as "Girls Not Grey," and "Love Like Winter."
Havok told the crowd this year marked their first appearances at the long-running music festival. As the band broke into "I Hope You Suffer," Havok jumped into the crowd and sang, as he was held up by his fans. Meanwhile another portion of the crowd was moshing.
The band also performed music from their new album, "Burials," including the single "17 Crimes."
While performing, "Medicate," Havok and the rest of the band members catapulted off of small pedestals on the stage. Havok himself at one one point jumped around the stage and even on top of a speaker, mid song, to perform.
In between songs, as band members tuned their music, Havok said, "thank you for calling the storm." For most of the performance, ominous clouds threatened to bring in some rain.
As the band finished their performance with their well-known single "Miss Murder," the audience quickly chimed in and singing along, the loudest they had been for the entire set.

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Reviewed By Brad R (Knoxville, TN) Reviewed for a 1979 Ford Ranchero —8/5/2016 7:44 AM
I purchased the Covercraft Noah Custom Car Cover to replace a generic cover. The custom Noah cost considerably more, but its fit, appearance, and the protection it provides makes it worth the money. I have only had the cover for a couple of weeks but it has already seen some high winds and considerable rain. The fabric weight and the covers construction makes me confident it will last. I am VERY pleased with the NOAH cover!!


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10 Easy Tips to Help you Choose your Rubber Playground Surface. Ask Yourself:
Customer's often call our company asking for our advice on what is the best playground flooring surface for them. Our reply is almost always the same which is that "It depends." From there we usually ask a series of question to help determine the customer's needs. Here are a few of those questions you can ask yourself to help you determine which outdoor playground surface would be better for you when deciding between recycled rubber mulch and rubber playground tiles:
- How tall is your equipment? The thickness of tiles or depth of the mulch will determine the fall height rating as described in ASTM F1292.
- How large is your playground? More area means more surface to cover. The cost per square foot can drastically affect the initial price of your job when very large.
- What is your budget? Initial cost vs. life time cost. Cost of rubber mulch is lower to begin with but will require periodic maintenance and filling in of areas washed, blown or carried away. Play ground tiles are more expensive initially, more permanent, require little maintenance and have a much longer life equating to lower cost over time.
- Where do you live? Weather, temperature, rainfall? While mulch doesn't float, it is still loose and can be displaced by high winds or flowing water. Tiles will stay in place and better handle the elements.
- Self install or contractor? While both can be installed by the end user, the tiles will require a little more prep and labor to install correctly.
- What surface is there now? Uneven surfaces can be masked by the mulch (the down side is this may hide hazards like roots, sticks or glass). Tiles are best laid over cement, asphalt, or 3-4 inches of level, crushed and tamped aggregate covered with landscape fabric.
- Private or public playground? Many public areas must be insured or have zoning requirements. While both mulch and tiles will provide certified fall height ratings, the tiles are more consistent since they cannot be displaced.
- How much traffic will your playground see? While durability is not the issue for either mulch or tiles, mulch can be displaced in the highest traffic areas, reducing the fall height protection. Most manufacturers of tiles have the option for a dense EPDM virgin rubber top layer adding durability and ease of cleaning.
- What colors do you want? Both mulch and tiles have the option for basic colors (usually black, gray, blue, green, red) but premium tiles with an EPDM virgin rubber surface are available and can be customized for exciting designs or nearly limitless color combinations.
- How fast do you want your playground surface? The rubber mulch is being produced continuously and can usually be shipped in 3 to 8 business days. The tiles are made to order and usually have a lead time of 5 to 15 business days.
We know that this is by no means all the questions that need to be asked, it is a god start that can help point you in the right direction. Everyone's area and usage will be different and unique. We hope we have provided enough information to get you started. Whichever rubber playground surface you choose, you will have years of protection for those visiting your area and the peace of mind knowing you did your part to keep waste tires from landfills. For more information or to have additional questions answered visit www.rubberflooringinc.com or call at 800-613-0996.
August 12, 2011 at 9:47 pm
Thanks for the helpful information. This is great!!
October 21, 2011 at 12:57 am
In my opinion a complete pour in place system is the best option if you can afford it. Tiles tend to separate over time. Rubber mulch is a good option as weel. It inhibits weed growth.
December 21, 2011 at 4:29 pm
Great post. None of the outdoor playgrounds around my house have rubber mulch or anything. Its just grass. I really like the rubber mulch idea!


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As fuel costs continue to rise, farmers are paying more to transport their crops to market. One way growers can help their cause is by finding ways to move more of what they're getting paid for in the same truckload. Hesston's Dean Morrell talks about how his company is going to help farmers in this area in a video interview at World Ag Expo.
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Kyle McCarthy of MLSsoccer.com takes a look at the backline going into Saturday's game against the Portland Timbers. Head Coach and former MLS defender Jay Heaps jokes that, "except for me, there are no options that are off the table." Despite the uncertainty, McCarthy notes that the home opener provides the perfect opportunity for the Revs to set the tempo for the rest of the season.
Patrick Rosson of Boston.com reports on Wednesday's soccer skills clinic hosted by the Revolution at the Salvation Army's Kroc Center. The event was a success for kids and Revs players alike – Rosson quotes Diego Fagundez as saying, "We were all little when we started and we hope we can inspire them to keep chasing their dreams."
It's no news that Gillette Stadium is the home of the Revolution, but Adam Hard of CSNNE.com reports that the Revolution have been exploring possible locations for a soccer-only stadium. The Revs are now closer than ever to a turf that's theirs alone. In a recent appearance on NECN Business, Revolution President Brian Bilello called it his "number-one priority" off the field.


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Over The Road Truck Driver - Now Hiring around SEVIERVILLE!
Have you heard about our new payment plan? Over the road truck drivers in the state of Tennessee get the opportunity to start on our new and improved pay structure! The more you drive, the more you make! Call J.B. Hunt at (xxx) xxx-xxxx today to learn more!
Our over the road truck driving job details:
- Georgia drivers average annual earnings projected at $60,000!
- Top earners annually gross $73,000!
- $950 - $1,100 experienced based weekly pay guaranee!
- Receive an additional $0.08 cpm for each mile driven after 2,000 miles!
- Complete your orientation online via our Direct to Work orientation program!
This over the road position also offers the following to class AÂ drivers:
- Consistent home time
- Strong freight base
- No-touch freight, and loads are pre-planned
- Healthcare and 401KÂ benefits
- PTO accrual
When you drive with J.B. Hunt, you will have access to an industry-leading benefits package. Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, all at affordable premiums. Plus, our comprehensive benefit offerings allow you to choose the coverage that's right for you and your family. A 401K retirement package with company-matched contributions is also available.
Our competitive pay, great benefits and home time were created for the best truck drivers in the industry. Take the first step in advancing your driving career with J.B. Hunt and receive guidance from one of our career placement specialists by calling (xxx) xxx-xxxx or pre-qualifying online.
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Very often i hear this question: "Is it possible to put a link to our website/blog/… on the startscreen or any other prominent view of my app?" – "Yes it is, but does it makes sense?" – I say, NO! And that's why:
Q: What is an app?
A: An app is a small application on a mobile device with a desired function, e.g. reading a magazine.
Q: Why do people install your app?
A: Because they want to use this desired function the app provides.
Q: Do your readers know, that you have a website, too?
A: Of course, everybody has a website these times.
Q: What do people do to visit your Website?
A: Open Safari, type in my URL or google, if they don't know it, yet.
Q: Will someone install your app, because he wants to visit your website?
A: No, its an app with a desired, special function besides my website.
Q: So, does it then makes sense to put a link to your website on the startscreen of your app?
A: No, nobody will use it.
Q: Where do such links makes sense?
A: Perhaps inside the apps imprint or if you want to add "read more on this topic" function to an article, when thinking about digital publications.
Q: Exactly!
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Angelelli holds off Gurney for 22nd career Grand-Am Rolex Series victory
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Max Angelelli took the lead with 45 minutes remaining and held off Alex Gurney by 4.116 seconds to win Saturday's Porsche 250 at Barber Motorsports Park, his 22nd career Grand-Am Rolex Series victory.
Angelelli co-drove the No. 10 Velocity Worldwide Corvette DP with Jordan Taylor, who earned his first victory in Grand-Am's headlining Daytona Prototype class.
They averaged 96.494 mph in the two-hour event on the 2.3-mile road course. Angelelli credited the victory largely to a solid opening stint by Taylor.
"From my side it was kind of easy because I only had to maintain the gap, looking after the tires, so I was really babysitting the tires all along," Angelelli said. "And the car was great. Jordan allowed me to have such a race, an easy race, because he put the car in such a good position (during his stint) and that really helped."
In the production-based GT class, Chevrolet Camaro driver Robin Liddell held off Alessandro Balzan's Ferrari 458 to win by .733 seconds. Liddell co-drove with pole winner John Edwards.
Jim Norman took his third consecutive triumph in the Rolex Series' new GX class, co-driving a Porsche Cayman with Spencer Pumpelly.
Reigning Rolex Series DP champions Scott Pruett and Memo Rojas retained the DP points lead by two points over Gurney and Jon Fogarty and five over Angelelli and Taylor.


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Seiji (Bugz In The Attic) chooses Novation
Bugz In The Attic have been at the cutting edge of the broken beat dance scene for nearly a decade now. The band is a collective of a large number of producers and remixers and their output is as wide ranging as you might expect with such a depth and breadth of input. They are famous for stamping their unique character on mainstream dance tracks in a series of remixes but perhaps it's the track Booty La La that gave them their biggest commercial acclaim in 2004. Their debut album Back In The Dog House is out now and we caught up with Novation user Seiji, aka Paul Dolby, from the band. With Bugz's beat-ridden reputation, Seiji's background is somewhat surprising…
"I started playing cello as a child and did classical music for 10 years," he reveals, although things eventually took a radical turn. "I heard the 'beat from the street' and tried my best to become a 'hip teen'. Hardcore, US house, acid jazz and jungle influenced my first drum n bass tracks and, after meeting Orin Walters (Afronaught) and becoming involved in Bugz In The Attic, I started to experiment with what became 'broken beat'…"
With at least eight band members in the studio recording the band's album, you're unlikely to hear a more diverse set of stomping dance tracks anywhere else. Seiji and the rest of the crew had a tough time keeping everything reigned in but fortunately he at least had his sounds under control…!
"I have been waiting for the right master keyboard to come along for a while, as I needed one that had everything in one package," he says. Eventually (and rather wisely) he opted for the Novation ReMOTE SL37 as his main MIDI controller in the studio.
"I play, program and tweak all software instruments and MIDI hardware via the SL," he says. "It's meant that I can get more hands on with software sounds. It's amazing how much vibe live tweaking can add to a programmed track. Making sequenced music can get hypnotically boring and being able to get to grips with sound live really helps to generate more feel."
"Obviously the Automap function is great for someone like me who doesn't particularly enjoy the software programming side of production," he continues. "The ability to start tweaking instruments instantly is also important if you don't want to miss 'the moment'."
"There are other controllers with similar functions, but the SL37 had full sized keys in a compact unit as well as the Automap function so it makes an ideal desktop MIDI controller as well as master keyboard."
As well as his work with Bugz, Seiji has also built up a reputation as a remixer and a solo artist, releasing his own productions on the Reinforced label. "I am starting work on a solo Seiji album," he says, "and I'm also doing some production work with artists."
And finally?
"Buy the Bugz album. It's excellent. Woof."
Seiji's philosophy on music making…
"I wish I had a philosophy, I just make it up as I go along. I love programming and there are many programming geniuses out there who make moving and emotional music but, personally, I am looking to bring some live feel into my music without compromising the electronic sound."
The Bugz In The Attic album Back In The Dog House is out now on V2/Nurture.


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An Athens County man faces federal charges for stealing bones from the anatomy laboratory at Ohio University, his former employer.
An Athens County man faces federal charges for apparently stealing bones from the anatomy laboratory at Ohio University, his former employer.
Weston Henri Moquin, 28, was charged on Wednesday with one count of transporting stolen bones and preserved human remains across state boundaries and one count of stealing property from a federally funded agency.
Moquin, of 6798 Kramer Lane in Athens, stole the bones between July 11, 2011, and June 11, 2012, when he worked as an assistant in the laboratory, according to court documents.
His attorney, Keith Yeazel, said yesterday that Moquin sold the bones to bone dealers to support his drug habit. Yeazel said his client is in a drug-rehabilitation program.
In a deal worked out with prosecutors, Moquin has agreed to plead guilty to the two charges and to pay Ohio University and other victims $84,684 in restitution, according to court documents.
He could be sentenced to 10 years in prison and fined $250,000 on each count.
The U.S. attorney�s office would not comment on the case.
Katie Quaranta, a university spokeswoman, said Moquin worked in the department of biomedical sciences from May 2011 to September 2012. She said the stolen bones were from the university�s teaching collection, and officials believe the bones had been purchased from an anatomical supply company years ago.
�Ohio University has worked closely with authorities, and we will continue to do so,� Quaranta said.
Moquin�s father, Jack Moquin, owns the Hughes Moquin Funeral Home in Athens. He said his son stole bones only from the university, not from the funeral home.
�All the law-enforcement officers confirmed that,� Jack Moquin said. �Nothing was involved at the funeral home whatsoever.�
The sale of human bones is legal in the United States with some exceptions, Yeazel said.
On eBay yesterday, bones and skulls were for sale for medical use only.
A company called the Bone Room, in Berkeley, Calif., advertises on the Web that it sells everything from human skeletons to single human bones.


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DES MOINES, IOWA – Macy Evans, an eighth grader at Creston Middle School in Creston, Iowa, has won a statewide financial literacy essay contest and has been named Iowa's 2013 Money Smart Kid.
Evans was recognized April 23 at a Money Smart Week kickoff event at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago's West Des Moines office. At the event, Lori Ristau, vice president of marketing and communications at the Iowa Bankers Association, and Marybeth Foster, executive director of the Iowa Credit Union Foundation, presented Evans with an award honoring this accomplishment. Evans also received a $1,000 Certificate of Deposit, co-sponsored by the Iowa Bankers Association and Iowa Credit Union Foundation.
More than 140 students from across the state participated in the essay contest. To be eligible, students had to be in grades eighth through tenth and submit a 300-word essay. The essay described the difference between an investment and an expense. The top six essay finalists also participated in an interview with contest judges. From those finalists, Macy Evans was selected to be the 2013 Money Smart Kid.
"I am happy to see the number of essays that we received from students across the state this year," said Kellie Masters, chair for the Money Smart Youth Outreach Committee. "It is amazing to think that there are so many kids from around the state who are going to make smarter financial decisions in their future, because of what they learned in writing this essay. We could all learn a lot from these students."
"Even though I'm a teenager, I'm learning the difference between investments and expenses every day. I strive each day to make good 'money smart' choices when given the opportunity. My future depends on me and only I can embrace it with everything I've got," wrote Evans in her award-winning essay.
Evans is the daughter of Rob and April Evans. As Iowa's 2013 Money Smart Kid, Evans will serve as a spokesperson promoting financial education during Money Smart Week, April 20-27, in communities across the state. Throughout the week, more than 160 educational events will be hosted by about 200 community groups, financial institutions, government agencies, educational organizations and financial experts to help Iowans of all ages learn to better manage their personal finances.
More information about Money Smart Week is available at www.moneysmartweek.org.


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Geiger Way #6 – We give back to the Community. "Our strengths are drawn from the place we live and work. As a company and individuals, we seek to be leaders in education, charity and civic affairs."
Geiger is committed to making a difference in communities where we live and work and do business. This commitment was emphasized during the opening ceremony at our new Maine facility (April 1955) when Ray Geiger proudly announced that Geiger would be leaders in giving to the community. This has become part of our heritage and is the legacy we leave behind. We volunteer actively, give generously and work to make a difference. Our emphasis has been in business organizations (building our economy), public education, and healthcare.
Geiger participates in the following community activities:
We encourage our Associates to be involved in the community, and they are.
We encourage our management staff to be involved in business and industry groups. We are acknowledged leaders in our industry. We grow by giving. Thus, we are active participants of the following organizations:
Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) Diary Publishers International World Advertising Gift Exchange ePromoStandards Alliance
Here are only some examples of that involvement.


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Value Line is regarded as the best independent research available. More than just recommendations, Value Line provides the rationale behind its picks for greater understanding.
There have been many noteworthy developments in the technology space recently. Some of these will likely have a material impact on the companies in the sector and the markets they serve.
Netflix Makes a Deal with Comcast
Netflix (NFLX) has inked an important multiyear interconnection agreement with Comcast (CMCSA). The deal gives Netflix more direct access to Comcast's broadband network. In return, Netflix will pay a larger amount for its increased traffic on the Comcast network. This is important because it ensures a good viewing experience for Netflix's domestic streaming subscribers that use Comcast.
In recent months, Netflix has fielded complaints from some domestic streaming subscribers regarding long load times and subpar viewing quality of movies and television programs. This has been largely the result of greater Internet traffic, due at least partly to streaming demand from Netflix's own customers. The agreement with Comcast looks to be a good way to address this issue, and likely lays the groundwork for Netflix to pursue similar deals with other broadband providers.
Facebook to Acquire WhatsApp
Facebook (FB) has agreed to acquire mobile messaging app developer WhatsApp. Facebook will pay $16 billion in stock and cash, plus $3 billion in restricted stock units over the next four years. WhatsApp allows users to send free text messages over the Internet. This acquisition ought to allow Facebook to expand its reach into messaging and advertising on mobile devices, and also to bring a potential competitor into its fold.
Some in the financial community appear worried that Facebook is overpaying for WhatsApp. These are valid concerns, in our view. It remains to be seen whether user growth at WhatsApp in the coming years will justify the price Facebook has paid to acquire it. Even so, the mobile arena is an area on which Facebook must focus. Growth in mobile advertising ought to remain an important performance driver for the company going forward. This market is becoming increasingly relevant, as more people choose to access the Internet from mobile devices.
The Growing Smartwatch Space
Samsung has announced it will introduce three more smartwatches. This follows the release of its first smartwatch, the Galaxy Gear, last September. Samsung recently unveiled the three new watches at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. These watches can run applications and can wirelessly connect with smartphones. They include the Gear 2 (which has a built in camera), the Gear 2 Neo, and the Gear Fit (which has a curved screen and appears to be targeting health markets). Meanwhile, Motorola Mobility and LG Electronics also appear to have plans to introduce a smartwatch. Last but certainly not least, Apple's (AAPL) rumored iWatch is expected by some industry observers to be released in the near future. Assuming this comes to fruition, it would probably have a number of rivals when it arrives. Its fair to say that only time will tell how the battle for smartwatch supremacy will play out.
Bitcoin Exchange Files for Bankruptcy
The Mt. Gox Bitcoin Exchange has filed for bankruptcy protection in Japan. The exchange has stated that it may have lost up to half a billion dollars of the virtual coins (based on the recent Bitcoin price) to hackers who apparently exploited a weakness in its computer system. This had led to concerns that users of the exchange will not be able to recover their funds. Litigation has already commenced.
Bitcoin participants have emphasized that the problems are specific to the Mt. Gox exchange. Even so, this news comes as a blow to the volatile virtual currency. Bitcoin prices had advanced dramatically in late 2013 to over $1000 per unit, but have given up much of those gains in recent months and now trade around $625 per unit.
At the time of this article's writing, the author did not have positions in any of the companies mentioned.


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LEMONT – The Hope & Friendship Foundation is collecting cleaning and personal care products to help community members in need.
Residents are encouraged to donate detergent, toilet paper, shampoo and similar items.
Donations can be made until April 14 at drop boxes located at the Lemont Township Office, 1115 Warner Ave.; Lemont Police Department, 14600 127th St.; and Calvary Church, 1375 State St., Lemont.


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All is not lost for fans
It's still too early to stop wearing black. I realize that.
Losing when you were 14-2 with the top seed, and when you had defeated each of the remaining teams in the NFL's Final Four, well, that really hurts. Losing to the damnable J-E-T-S, Jets, Jets, Jets and that Ralph Kramden of a coach — who among us wouldn't like to send him to the moon? — really, really, really hurts. I realize that.
But is it OK if I ask you to make at least a teeny-weeny attempt at looking at the, ahem, Big Picture? To me, one of the great things about living in these here parts is the undeniable fact that we are not usually one of those dreary, one-sport, one-dimensional, 24-7-365, and there-ain't-nuthin'-else sports towns.
I mean, come on, about 18 hours after the depressing happenings in Foxborough, the Bruins were laying a 7-zip hurtin' on the Carolina Hurricanes (featuring a career-first hat trick for Big Z), and four hours after that, the Celtics were looking sharp, defeating the formidably restocked Orlando Magic in a high-level game that surely had the cigar-smoking patriarch beaming from his luxury box in the sky.
(And this is the customary place to reference pitchers and catchers.)
It strikes me that one reason it's easy to feel sorry for yourself in the wake of a devastating pigskin loss longer than in days of yore is the fact that we now know too much. Oh, people here always knew their baseball. Things in baseball are pretty much what they seem. You didn't need a PhD in Diamondology to know that Bill Lee threw the wrong pitch to the wrong guy when Tony Perez hit that changeup halfway to Nova Scotia. People realize the Celtics lost Game 7 last year to the Lakers because they were destroyed inside. And who even wants to dissect the blow-by-blow of the Bruins' colossal collapse against the Flyers last spring?
Years ago, when a football game was over, there were some obvious things to discuss (e.g. a bogus, game-changing roughing-the-passer call on Sugar Bear Hamilton), but when it concluded, we wallowed in generalities.
But now those who chronicle the game have access to a vast amount of factual information. They have seen the tape and they have broken down the game. We know how many times the Jets did what from which formation, and vice versa. We know what the Jets did that others didn't, and we know it in minute detail. We know where to point fingers. Fans can beat up on the players, coaches, and, by extension, themselves.
So I know it will take a while for things to simmer down, but when they do, the good all-around sports fans in our midst — please, someone, assure me they constitute the majority — should have no trouble settling into the rhythm of both the NBA and NHL seasons, in which the local entries are having their say.
Let's be honest. The Bruins are good, but they remain a pretty long shot. They are peripheral Stanley Cup contenders, and the main reason they can even dream about hoisting their first cup since 1972 is the presence of the single most important ingredient a hockey team can have, and that is a goalkeeper capable of carrying 17 other guys to victory, night after night. At least that's the way Tim Thomas has been playing.
But a shot is a shot, and they have a shot. Crazier things have happened.
The Celtics have more than a shot. They are among the very best candidates to win the 2011 NBA title, right there with the Spurs, Lakers, Heat, and, I say as a reluctant convert to the cause, the Magic. The pre-Nowitzki injury Mavericks were right there, and we'll see how things go now that the great man has returned. Potentially troublesome playoff teams include the Bulls and Hawks in the East and the Jazz (what else is new?), Thunder, and Hornets in the West.
I'm leaving out the Nuggets, because I do expect Carmelo Anthony to be dealt to the Knicks or Nets, and we don't know what they will look like come playoff time. The Knicks are the pre-Daly Pistons, circa 1984; that is to say, a marvelously entertaining up-and-down team not constructed for playoff success. Yet.
What no one wishes to see is a repeat of the 2009-10 season, when the Celtics peaked at 23-5 and went a maddening 27-27 in the remaining 54 games. Given that they came within four disastrous possessions covering 94 seconds (up 3 to down 6) of a Kendrick Perkins-less road Game 7 from winning a championship, they might well argue that they know what they're doing, so stop worrying. But that was living on the edge.
They got off to another 23-4 start this time, surviving an injury to Rajon Rondo near the end of a 14-game winning streak, but then were forced to huff-and-puff their way to a 6-4 record, commencing when Kevin Garnett was injured Dec. 29 in Detroit.
Anxious fans need further proof the team is both sufficiently deep, and, even more importantly, sufficiently committed to bang out a 60-win season that could possibly give them a Game 7 at home, if needed, against a Miami, Orlando, or, yes, Chicago. They really can't worry about the West.
It is a quite reasonable premise to suggest that the Celtics can be a truly great team when fully assembled. Add Perkins and the versatile Delonte West to a team already featuring Garnett, Paul Pierce, Ray Allen, Rondo, Shaquille O'Neal, Glen Davis, Marquis Daniels, and Nate Robinson could provide Doc Rivers with a dream mix of veteran experience, flexibility, a pair of dynamic young legs attached to Rondo and even an explosive Mr. X in any playoff game (Robinson). I would be happy to take my chances with that bunch.
I know, I know. You can't get over seeing Tom Brady look so confused and you can't get that doomed fake punt out of your mind. You cannot begin to imagine what the New York Post will do if the Jets actually win the Super Bowl. You're barely over Super Bowl XLII.
You're entitled to a full week of mourning. But after that, snap out of it. You have basketball. You have hockey. Wait till you see Gonzalez put dents in that wall. Wait till you see Crawford and Ellsbury double-stealing on A.J. Burnett. The Combine and the OTAs will come and go, and you won't even know it.
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Your Small Space Can Still Be Stylish
Feb 22, 2013 3:30:52 PM
We'd all love unlimited space and shapes to work with when designing our ideal modern interiors, but usually that just isn't possible. Whether you're struggling with a small guest bedroom or a whole apartment, we've got some solutions for how you can make a small space stylish – while maximizing on its functionality.
First, think storage. We all have more stuff than we think, and you're going to need a place to store it. There are many creative ways of increasing storage space while retaining style, such as:
- Creating platform floors a few inches above the natural floor for some extra slide-in storage space underneath.
- Building shelves around door frames.
- Using the ceiling to creatively hang fabrics and clothing.
- Purchasing beds, ottomans and chairs that have built-in storage cubbies.
You can also use color to make a small space pop. Highlight the walls in a nice bright or pastel color – just avoid anything too dark, as dark colors often give the impression that a room is smaller than it actually is.
Dividers can be used to break up a space and make it look larger than it is. If you have a bachelor apartment or a single room that you don't know what to do with, you can purchase one or more dividers to make it appear like two rooms. This way, you'll have more space and more options for creatively decorating two separate spaces.
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31 Mar 2009 17:03:55 PM
Update: Jensen/Steinbeiss Canceled, Miller and Browning Put on a Staredown Clinic
(It gets a little heated at the 1:30 mark, and believe it or not it's Cole Miller who escalates things.)
Those of you who were looking forward to the Steve Steinbeiss/Ryan Jensen fight that you probably weren't going to see aired on Spike TV anyway are sure going to be…disappointed, I guess? According to Cage Writer, the fight was scrapped when Jensen tested positive for Adderall, the ADHD drug also known to help fighters who are trying to cut weight or cram for that biology midterm. So that explains that.
In other Fight Night 18 weigh-in news, check Cole Miller getting all up in Junie Browning's business. It looks like Miller's mouth is working hard too, though we can only guess what he was saying (something about Junie setting a bad example for the impressionable youth of Kentucky, we assume). Oddly, Browning is the one who appears to remain calm throughout the encounter. He even gives Miller a friendly, go-get-em butt slap. Such a nice boy he turned out to be. So supportive.


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For years, John Wooden ran basketball camps for kids during the Southern California summers. Two Times staffers recall their experiences with the legendary coach.
In 1975, I was an 11-year-old aspiring NBA player enrolled in John Wooden's basketball fundamentals camp at California Lutheran in Thousand Oaks.
At the time, my talents were not too obvious. I was 4-feet-10 and tipped the scales at 74 pounds. According to a player profile card I received at the end of camp, I couldn't dribble with my left and my "movement without the ball" was graded only as "fair."
My desire, however, was evaluated as "excellent."
My dad was a UCLA grad and a huge fan of Bruins basketball. He would let me stay up late with him on school nights to watch the tape-delayed broadcasts of the games. We'd sit on the couch, eating bowls of ice cream as my dad provided his own colorful commentary on the game. He'd also school me on Wooden's well-known maxims: Be quick, but don't hurry. Failing to prepare is preparing to fail. Inevitably, I would fall asleep before the game ended.
Those moments instilled in me a love of basketball and reverence for Wooden.
Shortly after Wooden won his 10th NCAA championship and retired, my parents gave me a surprise gift and enrolled me in his weeklong summer basketball camp. It would my first time away from home.
The camp was held in August, and we shared the campus with the Dallas Cowboys, who held their training camp there. I recall collecting autographs of several football players, including Roger Staubach. But the real star in my eyes was Wooden.
I assume the 200 other campers hung on Wooden's every word as I did. When we first arrived at camp, we were given a pair of Adidas shoes and a "Player's Notebook." The 34-page pamphlet contained Wooden's "Pyramid of Success" chart, some of his favorite poems and detailed instructions on offensive and defensive fundamentals. A section on free throws, for example, contained 10 key rules a player should follow. [Rule No. 8: Do not worry about a missed shot. Your percentage of making the next one increases with every one you miss, providing you do not worry.]
In our initial meeting with Wooden, he gave us the same lecture he famously gave his college players on the proper method to put on socks to avoid blisters. Naturally, the experience — and talent — level of the campers varied greatly. The camp, which sold-out annually, was for boys in third through 11th grades.
Coaches from other college and high schools did most of the intensive work with the campers. We were sorted by age into small teams. Wooden would make the rounds as we practiced offering tips and advice. Twice a day the campers would meet in the gymnasium and Wooden would preach the game's fundamentals and run us through drills. Occasionally, former UCLA stars were there to demonstrate.
For me, his messages at camp were clear: If you worked hard and were passionate about your pursuits, you could succeed. And, one should lead by example and put the goals of the team above personal achievements.
I went on to play for my high school basketball team. But it was abundantly obvious I was not good enough to play in college. I did, however, cover my school's team for the campus paper and played intramurals. Dreams of being a basketball player gave way to a desire to become a reporter.
Like many, I found that Wooden's philosophies carried over to all aspects of life. And like my dad, I try to impart Woodenisms to my two young sons. You didn't have to have been coached by Wooden to have been one of his disciples.
From the time I was a 6-foot-4, 165-pound freshman center in 1968 until I was a 6-foot-4, 175-pound senior shooting guard in 1971, I attended John Wooden's basketball camp for two weeks every summer at Palisades High School. The camp's coaches at the time were Gary Cunningham and Denny Crum from the UCLA staff, plus Bud Ware from Taft High, Jerry Marvin from Palisades and, of course, Coach Wooden.
As his players and anyone who attended his camps will tell you, the very first thing we did on the first day of camp was all sit down on the gym floor, take off our shoes and socks and watch as Coach demonstrated how to put them on correctly, so that we wouldn't get blisters. Every morning he led about 200 kids through warm-ups and drills — he was about 60 then and still extremely quick. In defensive drills, he could stay with almost any kid in camp.
He never swore, and didn't tolerate it from us. If we continually messed up a drill, he'd holler "Goodness gracious!" or "Sakes alive!" If he got really angry, it'd come out all together: '"Goodness gracious sakes alive!"
Before we could break for lunch, everyone had to make a pair of free throws. One day I could not make the second shot to save my life — long after the other kids were outside eating, I was still at the line trying to make two shots in a row — I think it took me 15 or 20 minutes before I got to have lunch, but I had to make that one-plus-one or starve trying.
My freshman and sophomore years at the camp, the best player by far was Greg Lee from Reseda High; he was the City Player of the Year, averaged about 30 points a game — just an amazing athlete. Even though he was one of the taller kids there, he was always playing point guard — later on, of course, we found out why.
One day while we were scrimmaging, Coach Wooden came over and started whispering to Coach Cunningham; it was apparent they were very happy about something, and when Coach Cunningham called us all around later we asked what was up. He said that "a phenomenal 7-foot redhead kid from the San Diego area" had agreed to attend UCLA that fall. Greg Lee ended up lobbing passes toward the rim for Helix High's Bill Walton many times over the next few years.
For years, John Wooden ran basketball camps for kids during the Southern California summers. Two Times staffers recall their experiences with the legendary coach.


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Cleveland kidnapper Ariel Castro
Ariel Castro was sentenced to life in prison plus
1,000 years after pleading guilty to 937 counts in a deal
that spared him the death penalty. He kidnapping three women and kept them — sometimes
restrained in chains — along with a 6-year-old girl he fathered with
one of them. Castro is accused of imprisoning Amanda Berry, Gina DeJesus and Michelle Knight in his Cleveland, Ohio, home for years.


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A Year of Play Kitchens
Thanks to our amazing reader submissions, Ohdeedoh has become the best place on the web for DIY play kitchen inspiration. Here are just ten that we featured this year with varying starting points including an entertainment center, scrap wood and even a chair.
• 1 Before & After: Chair Turned Play Kitchen (Believe It.)
• 2 Play Kitchen And Market Stall
• 3 A Play Kitchen For The Outdoors
• 4 A DIY Play Kitchen Made from "Almost Garbage
• 5 A DIY Play Kitchen Made from Lowe's Instructions
• 6 Entertainment Center Turned Play Kitchen
• 7 Yet Another Awesome DIY Play Kitchen
• 8 Repurposed Play Kitchen
• 9 DIY Play Kitchen Perfect for Small Spaces
• 10 Before & After: Changing Table Turned Play Kitchen
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Big 4th-quarter run carries Heat to 98-86 win and 2-0 series lead over Bucks
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MIAMI – Dwyane Wade scored 21 points, LeBron James finished with 19 and the Miami Heat took off in the fourth quarter to pull away and beat the Milwaukee Bucks 98-86 in Game 2 of the teams' Eastern Conference first-round series on Tuesday night.
Chris Bosh, Shane Battier and Chris Andersen all scored 10 points for the Heat, who now lead the best-of-seven 2-0. Game 3 is Thursday in Milwaukee.
The Heat scored the first 12 points of the fourth quarter, needing just over 2 minutes to blow open what had been a three-point game.
Ersan Ilyasova scored 21 points for Milwaukee, which got 16 from Mike Dunleavy and 14 from Larry Sanders. The Bucks' starting guards, Brandon Jennings and Monta Ellis, combined for only 15 points.


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Reducing Power with Advanced Clock Tree Synthesis and Optimization
Designers are in need of CTS solution that concurrently addresses both power and timing by reducing power, skew, area, and buffer count.
By Arvind Narayanan, Mentor Graphics
Clock trees pose a growing challenge to advanced node IC design, particularly with regard to the chip power consumption. Clocks are the single largest source of dynamic power usage, which makes clock tree synthesis (CTS) and optimization as a good place to achieve significant power savings.
The traditional tools and techniques for CTS too often work against the goals of lower power by over-buffering clock trees in order to achieve aggressive clock skew targets. In today's leading-edge designs, CTS is further complicated by two relatively recent developments: the explosion in the number of modes, corners, and power domains across which the clock must operate, and the increasing resistance and variation in resistance between design corners.
These factors have further complicated clock network implementation and demands new CTS technologies to address these challenges. Designers are in need of CTS solution that concurrently addresses both power and timing. It has become essential to have a power-aware, multi-corner multi-mode (MCMM) CTS with smart clock gate handling, slew shaping, register clumping, and other advanced techniques for reducing power, skew, area, and buffer count.
Multiple Modes, Corners, Power Domains Impact Clock Power
Variability associated with multiple design modes, process corners, and power states makes balancing clocks more challenging than ever. Using a CTS engine that cannot efficiently and accurately represent more than a couple of mode/corner scenarios leads to errors due to multiple manual CTS runs, longer design times, and lost performance and power because of over-buffering and over-margining required when mode/corner/voltage scenarios are processed serially. The business cost is seen in lost market windows and higher design costs as teams try to meet power and timing budgets. However, significant clock power can be reclaimed using advanced MCMM clock tree synthesis (CTS) and optimization.
Process Scaling Effects on Clock Power
Figure 1: Resistance, shown on the left, and variations in resistance, shown on the right, increase dramatically with shrinking process nodes.
At smaller geometries, resistance per unit length of interconnect is rapidly increasing when compared to capacitance, and if not addressed, could impact circuit performance and clock trees. In addition to the increasing resistance, the variation of these values is also increasing, as illustrated in Figure 1.
Clock power consumption is a factor of capacitance, switching activity, and wire length. Low-power CTS strategies include lowering overall capacitance and minimizing switching activity. Some of the advanced techniques to help address power, and also timing, are listed below.
However, getting the best power results from CTS depends on the ability to synthesize the clocks for multiple corners and modes concurrently in the presence of design and manufacturing variability. Multi-corner CTS can measure early and late clock network delays over all process corners concurrently with both global and local variation accounted for. MCMM CTS can make dynamic tradeoffs between either buffering the wire, or assigning it to less resistive layers in order to achieve the best delay, area, and power.
The effect of MCMM CTS is to minimize functional skew and skew variation across corners. The CTS engine should allow easy setup and accurate representation of all mode/corner/power scenarios, then analyze, synthesize and optimize them concurrently using a single, unified timing graph.
The experiences of designers using MCMM CTS show significant reduction in area, number of buffers, skew, total negative slack (TNS) and worst negative slack (WNS), in addition to lower dynamic power. The example in Figure 3 shows how, for a given mode, a single-corner CTS implementation compares with a 9-corner CTS implementation for a 9-corner design.
The leaf clusters (wire and pins) carry most capacitance in the clock tree, and being able to incrementally update RC extraction during CTS allows for leaf clustering that minimizes capacitance, and therefore reduces power. The CTS tool should also work in concert with on-the-fly global routing during clock buffer insertion so that the CTS engine sees more accurate topology. Clumping registers during placement also helps minimize capacitance on the clock tree network.
Clock gating is a common technique for reducing clock power by shutting off the clock to unused sinks. Designers can perform netlist-level clock restructuring to improve clock gating coverage. An advanced CTS tool can identify missed clock gating opportunities by analyzing enable functions, finding common sub-terms and intelligently determining the optimal number of gates that still meet setup constraints. Placement of the clock gates is also critical to ensure that both the timing and power targets are being met. Along with power-aware clock gate placement, CTS should also automatically perform clock gate cloning and de-cloning to optimize and balance the load on the clock tree network.
As illustrated in Figure 4, if the probability of switching is equal on both sides of a clock gate, CTS should balance the tree for the best buffer count and lowest wire length. If the toggle rates on either side of a clock gate are different, CTS should minimize the wire length on the high-frequency wires to lower power, even at the expense of higher buffer count or wire length.
Traditionally, CTS engines attempt to achieve zero skew by balancing the signal arrival time across all the flops regardless of which level of the clock tree they inhabit. However, not all clock ends points need to be balanced with each other. To balance different clock end points, designers have to manually craft multiple CTS specs and perform multiple CTS runs. This method is time consuming and error prone.
A better way is for the CTS engine to analyze flop interactions to derive the exact skew balancing requirements at the different clock tree levels, and also across different voltage islands. From a given clock, it could then balance only the end points of the defined skew groups in a single call to the CTS engine. The tool should be able to discover skew groups by analyzing connected components in the timing data structure. Using skew groups saves processing time because the tool isn't trying to balance clock endpoints that need not be balanced. It also reduces the number of buffers inserted, and eliminates manual CTS specifications and multiple CTS runs.
Slew is the clock transition, or how long it takes for the clock to switch. Slower slew leads to more timing violations and signal integrity issues, but uses less power. Faster slew draws more power but can improve timing and SI issues. For any given clock tree, CTS must find the optimal slew that finds the best tradeoffs between timing and power. Traditional flows tend to be pessimistic for timing, which is safe for timing and SI considerations, but not effective for power reduction. Intelligent slew shaping techniques help achieve this optimal target where both the timing requirements and the power budgets for a given design are met.
In advanced node designs, clock trees have become extremely complex circuits with different clock tracing per circuit mode of operation. The growth of mode/corner/power states and the large variations of resistance seen across various process corners pose new challenge in minimizing the power used by clock trees. Designers need clock synthesis and optimization tools that are built to handle MCMM scenarios and that use advanced CTS techniques like slew shaping, skew groups, and intelligent clock gating. With MCMM and low-power CTS optimizations, designers can reclaim a significant amount of power from their clock trees without sacrificing area, timing, or performance, or time to closure.
Author Biography
Arvind Narayanan is a product marketing manager at Mentor Graphics. He holds a Masters in Electrical Engineering from Mississippi State University and a Masters in Business Administration from Duke University. He has held various design, application engineering, and marketing positions and has been very active in the UPF initiative.
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Congrats & Annual Reports!
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Congrats to another chapter for receiving a 2013-2014 Chapter Grant to fund some of their awesome programming. The Columbia University SPJ Chapter will be hosting a program about FOI issues and we're sure it will be great. Congrats again!
Annual Reports
It's Annual Report time for chapters, but don't worry. We're trying to make it as painless as possible. We'll have the report posted soon, we'll send you a link and you have plenty of time to complete them – both campus and pro reports are due May 30. Questions? Contact Tara Puckey at 317.920.4784.


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This is a game associated with activities during Solar Week, a twice-yearly event in March and October during which classrooms are able to interact with scientists studying the Sun. Outside of Solar Week, information, activities, and resources are... (View More) archived and available online at any time. During this game, learners use clues to find out the color, average size, temperature, and location of the Sun. This activity is scheduled to occur during Monday of Solar Week. (View Less)
This is an online game associated with activities during Solar Week, a twice-yearly event in March and October during which classrooms are able to interact with scientists studying the Sun. Outside of Solar Week, information, activities, and... (View More) resources are archived and available online at any time. Learners view images of celebrities in various stages of pixellation to try to guess who the celebrity is by viewing images that are highly pixellated down to images that are more defined. This relates to astronomical image resolution and how the number of pixels defines the resolution of an image. This activity is scheduled to occur during Tuesday of Solar Week. (View Less)
In this activity, students create a scale model depicting the vertical distance from Earth's surface to various features and objects, including Earth's atmospheric layers, the Van Allen Radiation Belts, and geocentric satellites. Students also... (View More) compare the vertical distances to these features and objects with distances from their classroom to other common points on the ground. Includes background science information; student reading, handouts and worksheet; teacher information; and suggested extensions and adaptations for students with vision impairment. (View Less)
Materials Cost: 1 cent - $1 per group of students
This collection of activities is based on a weekly series of space science mathematics problems distributed during the 2012-2013 school year. They were intended for students looking for additional challenges in the math and physical science... (View More) curriculum in grades 5 through 12. The problems were created to be authentic glimpses of modern science and engineering issues, often involving actual research data. The problems were designed to be one-pagers with a Teacher's Guide and Answer Key as a second page. (View Less)
This is an activity about image comparison. Learners will analyze and compare images taken by the Solar Dynamics Observatory. They will match four magnetic solar images, or magnetograms, to their corresponding extreme ultraviolet, or EUV, light... (View More) images by studying solar features in the images. At the end, they will recognize that areas of high magnetic activity on the Sun correspond to extreme solar activity. (View Less)
Materials Cost: Free
This is an activity that compares the magnetic field of the Earth to the complex magnetic field of the Sun. Using images of the Earth and Sun that have magnets attached in appropriate orientations, learners will use a handheld magnetic field... (View More) detector to observe the magnetic field of the Earth and compare it to that of the Sun, especially in sunspot areas. For each group of students, this activity requires use of a handheld magnetic field detector, such as a Magnaprobe or a similar device, a bar magnet, and ten small disc magnets. (View Less)
Materials Cost: Over $20 per group of students
This book presents 49 space-related math problems published weekly on the SpaceMath@NASA site during the 2011-2012 academic year. The problems utilize information, imagery, and data from various NASA spacecraft missions that span a variety of math... (View More) skills in pre-algebra and algebra. (View Less)
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Learners will investigate how lateral velocity affects the orbit of a spacecraft such as the International Space Station (ISS). Mathematical extensions are provided. This is science activity 1 of 2 found in the ISS L.A.B.S. Educator Resource Guide.
Leaners will grow a sugar crystal and learn how this relates to growing protein crystals in space. The lack of gravity allows scientists on the space station to grow big, almost perfect crystals, which are used to help design new medicines. This is... (View More) science activity 2 of 2 found in the ISS L.A.B.S. Educator Resource Guide. (View Less)
Learners will construct two different types of trusses to develop an understanding of engineering design for truss structures and the role of shapes in the strength of structures. For optimum completion - this activity should span 3 class periods to... (View More) allow the glue on the structures to dry. This is engineering activity 1 of 2 found in the ISS L.A.B.S. Educator Resource Guide. (View Less)


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A Perth man is in a serious condition in hospital after jumping out of a moving car on New Year's Day.
The 25-year-old man was admitted to Royal Perth Hospital after jumping out of the car, which was travelling between 60km/h and 80km/h on Hammond Road in Success, on Tuesday night.
He was then hit by the vehicle.
The man's condition is listed as serious, but his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
Police intend to speak to the injured man when he is well enough.


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Ready to celebrate the holiday season?
Ready to celebrate the holiday season?
Christmasfest, Thibodaux's annual event, features a Christmas parade, pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, refreshments, snow and the lighting of a 160-year-old mansion, the Dansereau House.
The event is scheduled for Dec. 2. The parade will be at 4 p.m.
For information, call Rhonda Dempster at 446-1187, email her at firstname.lastname@example.com or visit www.thibodauxchamber.com.


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10 Small Sweets For Your Lunch Sack
It doesn't matter how old we get, we'll still be left wanting a little taste of something sweet at the end of a meal. Although there's still some joy in occasional Snack Pack, we truly love homemade treats instead. Our 10 favorites are compact in nature and travel exceptionally well!
For us, lunch sweets fall into two different categories... cookies and everything else. Cookies travel great, can be made ahead, dough frozen and baked fresh each week and we love that, but man can not live by cookie alone. Our other 5 recipes are all snacks that can be easily portioned out in small servings making it easy to take them to work with you all week long! Don't forget to tell us which is your favorite!
First Row, Non-Cookies
• Try This! How To Make Candied Salted Bacon
• Recipe: Caramel Popcorn
• Candy with a Crunch! Honeycomb Candy from the Seattlest
• DIY Salt Caramels
• The Latest Sweet On a Stick: Pie Pops!
Second Row, Cookies
• Recipe: Earl Grey Tea Cookies
• Husband Winning Peanut Butter Cookies
• How To Make Chocolate Chip Cookies (Without a Mixer)
• Internet Sensation: The No-Flour, No-Butter Peanut Butter Cookies
• Recipe: Meringue Cookie Bites, Three Ways
• Related: 10 Delicious Bite-Sized Desserts
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VANCOUVER, BC - Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the acquisition of Tiago Ulisses - pending receipt of his Visa. Per Major League Soccer and club policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed.
"Tiago is a young and promising holding midfielder. He is strong on the ball and a solid tackler," said Whitecaps FC head coach Martin Rennie. "The addition of Tiago offers us more depth in midfield and a player that we feel will do well in Major League Soccer."
Whitecaps FC midfielder Tiago Ulisses
- Fifteen league appearances for Botafogo Futebol Clube in the 2012 Brazilian Série A1
- Scored one goal in 11 appearances for Esporte Clube Noroeste in the 2011 Brazilian Série A2
- Spent seven years with Brazilian giants Sport Club Corinthians Paulista
Ulisses, 23, comes to Whitecaps FC after making 15 appearances in 2012 for Botafogo Futebol Clube, who play in Série A1 of the Campeonato Paulista, which is the top division in the Brazilian state of São Paulo. In 2011, Ulisses scored one goal in 11 appearances for Esporte Clube Noroeste in the second-tier Campeonato Paulista Série A2.
The native of São Paulo, Brazil, Ulisses spent seven years as an academy player with Brazilian giants Sport Club Corinthians Paulista from 2001 to 2008.
Tiago Ulisses
Pronunciation: tee-ah-goh you-lihs-seez
Position: Midfielder
Height: 5-09
Weight: 155
Born: May 9, 1989, in São Paulo, Brazil
Hometown: São Paulo, Brazil
Citizenship: Brazil
Status: International
Last Club: Botafogo Futebol Clube (Brazilian Campeonato Paulista)
How Acquired: Acquired on August 3, 2012
Whitecaps FC (MLS RS 9W-7L-7D) are back on Bell Pitch at BC Place on Saturday, August 11, when they host Real Salt Lake (MLS RS 13W-7L-3D) in an important Western Conference match - TV: Sportsnet Pacific, RADIO: TEAM 1410 - teamradio.ca, MOBILE: bell.ca/mobiletv. For information on match tickets, visit whitecapsfc.com/tickets or call 604.669.9283.


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Power is nothing without control! Complete projector retrofit kits include all of the components to convert your headlights to a projector-based lighting system for unbeatable performance at night. More difficult? Yes. Worth it? Easily.
Stock sucks, and aftermarket "projector halo" headlights are all junk. If you're building something unique and performance is just as important as looking pretty: then building your headlights with our vehicle-specific projector retrofit kits is the best option.
Original projector headlights just not packing enough punch? If your vehicle is on the lucky list within, we've got a high performance bolt-on system that's designed as a direct replacement for the stock units – making it a no brainer!
Put simply, your headlights are brighter for you and less glaring to others when they have projectors retrofitted in them. Capture and focus that powerful light into a controlled beam pattern!
Shrouds restore the factory-finished look of your headlights after a projector conversion by covering up any mods or hardware. It's all about style. Find your favorite and take your pick!
Stock sucks! And so do the glass lenses on your OEM projectors. A clear lens swap will unleash the projector's full performance potential to maximize intensity, width, cutoff sharpness, and color.
Easy and effective! Our range of HID systems from Morimoto, Hylux, and Denso come complete with new bulbs, ballasts, and harnesses and make upgrading to HID a simple and reliable way to get the most out of your stock headlights.
When universal just isn't universal enough! The vehicle-specific HID systems here were tailored to perfection for the applications they were designed for and often include specialty wiring, anti-flicker devices for pure compatibility!
The internet's most complete selection of HID Headlight bulbs! Morimoto's XB HID line is available in a range of Kelvins to suit every taste and sizes to fit every place and has proven to be the industry's best bulb out there.
Whether you're looking for added performance and a distinguished look, or simply need to replace a burnt-out bulb on your car, we offer a wide range of sizes from the best brands like Morimoto, Philips, and Osram.
Ballasts are a necessity to ignite and continuously operate a High Intensity Discharge bulb. TRS offers the best brands in the aftermarket from Morimoto, Hylux, and ACME with features and options for every purpose!
Whether you've got a burnt out headlight on your Benz or want the best of the best for your headlight upgrade, our selection of original-equipment replacement ballasts covers most every application out there.
Switchback setups run white, blink amber with your turn signals, and then return back to white once the signal stops. If the whole RGB thing just isn't for you; then you can keep it classy but stylish with Switchback halos, strips, and other accessories.
All the parts you could ever need to complete your build and control it properly. From insanely bright demon eyes to backlight your projectors to Bluetooth controllers to run as your RGB remote, find it here.
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Find your fitment! With our huge selection of LED Halo Headlight kits that are specifically sized for your vehicle, this is the best way to live the custom life without the guesswork involved.
Rock some rock lights. Add some glow to your grille. Watch those wheels change color. TRS offers a lot more than parts for headlights and if you're looking to add something extra to the outside of your ride, we've got the best accessories available from today's best brands.
Don't just go unnoticed at night--make yourself more visible in the brightest of sunny days! Our options ensure your internal-combustion baby is seen from almost any distance.
Sidestands up! We're working to make motorcycling safer by way of better visibility, both for you on the controls but also other drivers out there. Look twice, save a life!
Modern, simple, and surely bright! LED Headlight bulb upgrades are popular today for all of the reasons above and we can't disagree. Their bright white light looks great and is an upgrade that's hard to argue against.
LED Lighting is more popular, powerful, and reliable than ever in the automotive world. Update your rid with our unbeatable selection of LED-powered bulbs for turn signals, brake lights, reverse, and interior applications!
We all like the power and performance of LED Bulbs…but nobody likes the annoying side effects such as dashboard errors or hyper-flash. Problem solved! With our selection of LED flasher relays and load resistors, there's nothing more you need.
Top to bottom! We know our customers, and once they start, they can't stop. For some of today's most popular applications, we've made it easy and put together some full LED conversions for your ride.
Bolt on unbeatable light output! Bolt on modern reliability! Bolt on a new look! TRS offers LED-based projector fog lights from Morimoto and J.W. Speaker that are designed for many popular makes and models on the road today.
Quick, easy, and under control. Our variety of aftermarket housings make an upgrade easy and the increased light output is properly focused on the road ahead.
Quick, easy, and under control. Our variety of OEM, OEM+, and aftermarket housings make an upgrade easy and the increased light output is properly focused on the road ahead.
Our ever-expanding lineup of tail lights and turn signal housings can be found here! Fitments including Jeeps, Mustangs, Camaros, and pickup trucks too!
No matter the time of day, with our catalog of off-road LED lighting parts, you can turn the sun back on with some insane mosquito-melting light output! Too much for use on the street, they're called off road for a reason!
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Plug n play is never out of style, but that's a tall order with the wide variety of common connections in the automotive lighting world. What we don't offer, we can likely make.
Relays plugs and pins oh my! If you're a DIY'er on a mission with a crimp tool and soldering gun in hand, we've got everything you'd need to whip up your own custom wire harnesses.
The difference is in the details. TRS is the industry-expert in custom headlights; and we've got the right selection of helpful build-materials, spare parts, and other awesome extras to help you get it right the first time.
Whether you want to sticker bomb your toolbox with the latest TRS decals or pick up a sweet TRS Tee to wear on your next hot date, we're all a family of headlight nerds, lets embrace it!
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Manning throws first passes to Welker during workout camp at Duke
DURHAM, N.C. – Peyton Manning threw his first passes to his newest Broncos teammate Wes Welker during a workout Wednesday at Duke.
Welker and Broncos receivers Demaryius Thomas and Eric Decker joined the veteran quarterback, working with Duke coach David Cutcliffe, who was Manning's quarterbacks coach at Tennessee and oversaw much of the quarterback's work when he was recovering from his neck surgeries.
Welker left the Patriots and signed a two-year, $12 million deal with the Broncos this offseason.
Manning said in an ESPN interview, "There are certain guys you feel like you need it to happen with right away. He's a guy who has a great feel for getting open, understanding route concepts. He played a sophisticated offense in New England. He's smart. You can see why he's such a productive player."


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Property Transfers
April 11:
Tonya N. Delaney and Shane Delaney to Ronald K. Sims, North Main Street property in Crittenden, $114,500
April 12:
(Commissioner's Deed) Kentucky Tax Bill Servicing, Inc., Jeffrey Fields, and Unknown Spouse of Jeffrey Fields, by Edward M. Bourne, Master Commissioner to Kentucky Property Tax Investments, Concord Church Road property, $2,600
April 16:
(Quit Claim Deed) Douglas Soden and Lyndi Soden to Douglas Soden, Eagle Creek property, $300,000
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The Website Leap of Faith
This year something significant took place that resulted in a huge increase in my business.
In fact, it became necessary for me to transition from being a "part-timer" into becoming a full-time REALTOR® in order to accommodate all my new clients!
Here's how it happened.
Until recently, my business efforts were based primarily on what other agents were doing, and frankly, my business wasn't growing like I wanted. I was doing a mediocre job at working Internet leads from a "so-so" website.
It wasn't until I found Myers and HomeGain that my business started growing exponentially. This is all about the power of the Internet. Continue reading this post


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Constructed with a woman's body in mind, this lovely Nob Essence exotic wood G-spotter will add
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Constructed with a woman's body in mind, this lovely Nob Essence exotic wood G-spotter will add beauty and class to your toy box. Fling is contoured to give direct stimulation to the G-spot. One end features an opening that acts as a perfect handle during solo or partnered play. Because of its shape, this toy is great for penetration in conjunction with oral sex (yes!). A special hypo-allergenic coating makes Fling completely non-porous and compatible with all types of lubes. Each toy is a unique piece of art, so the size of toy and wood color/grain will vary slightly.
Long Fling Wooden G-Spot Dildo
Exotic hardwood
8.5" long, 1 3/4" in diameter
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Brand: NobEssence
Product Details
Texture: Smooth
Color: Multiple
Length: 8.5 inches
Insertable Length: 8 inches
Diameter: 1.75 inches
Warranty: 30 Days
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Customer Reviews
- Great G-Spot stimulation
- Great feel (warms to body temperature, not to heavy, smooth)
- Great for Partner play
- Great for solo play
- Made of a very safe material
- Beautiful to look at.
- can be uncomfortable putting in and taking out as the head is quite large
Overall, an amazing toy
The first round of testing was amazing. The width of the Fling head, along with its curve, hit my G-spot perfectly. There was no wiggling, moving up or down or giving directions. Just insert and it went where it was supposed to go. My husband took the driver's seat on round one and all I had to do was lay back and moan. With a little extra clit love (yes, I still used my Magic Wand), I had one of the longest and deepest orgasms I have had in a long time. Hello Fling, you are my new best friend. Even my honey was shocked when I requested the toy over and over again. Very few toys feel this good.
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-Ms. Fit Toy, Carnal Nation
I never imagined using a wooden sex toy before I received this particular one in the mail. Now I can't imagine my life without one. This is a true collector's toy. The Nob Essence Fling goes well beyond simply completing the task it was designed for. Yes, this toy is fantastic at G-spot stimulation, both when used alone and when used with a partner, but its incredibly ingenious design and smooth finish has a lure that extends well beyond its function.
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text: Derrick May once said Detroit Techno was music stripped of soul but steeped in spirit. The same could be said of Hitlist Youth's raw, aggressive sound. Great songs of love, violence, hope and hopelessness played with a ferocity and passion not seen since the days of the Clash and the Pistols/PiL. www.myspace.com/hitlistyouth


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Opinion on abortion in the United States has held mostly steady for the past two decades, but regional differences are widening, according to the Pew Research Center.
That growing regional divide comes as many of the states in conservative regions add new laws regulating abortion doctors and clinics. In particular, the South Central region – Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas – has seen significant growth in opposition to abortion since 1995, Pew found.
"The most important trend in this report is that the balance has flipped" in the South Central part of the country, says Carroll Doherty, associate director of the Pew Research Center. "You always saw less support for legal abortion in South Central, but since the '90s, it's flipped from modestly in favor to 12 points against."
In that region, 40 percent of adults surveyed in 2012 and 2013 said abortion should be legal in all or most cases, versus 52 percent who said it should be illegal in all or most cases. In 1995 and 1996, 52 percent of Southerners supported abortion rights in all or most cases and 45 percent said abortion should be illegal in all or most cases.
Exactly why that shift has occurred is open to conjecture. Some analysts point to technology, such as growing use of sonograms early in pregnancy, as one explanation. The South has long been known for its high levels of religiosity, particularly evangelical Christianity.
The growing polarization of views on abortion also reflects the polarization of politics in the US between red and blue states, and in Congress.
The most liberal region on abortion is New England, where 75 percent of adults say abortion should be legal in all or most cases, and 20 percent say it should be illegal. In the Pacific Coast region (Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, and Washington), 65 percent favor legal abortion. In the mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania), the figure is 61 percent. In the Mountain West (Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming), it's 59 percent.
A national Pew survey conducted July 17-21 found that 54 percent of Americans say abortion should be legal in all or most cases, and 40 percent say it should be illegal in all or most cases. In 1995-96, the figures were 60 percent favoring legal abortion and 38 percent opposing abortion all or most of the time.


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Download the HP Officejet Pro 8500 Inkjet printer Driver. HP computer printer driver are essential to connect your operating system in your HP printer. So, you need to update your printer driver regularly.
Compatibility and Operating System(s):
Windows 10 32 bit, Windows 10 64 bit, Windows 8.1 32 bit, Windows 8.1 64 bit, Windows 8 32 bit, Windows 8 64 bit, Windows 7 32 bit, Windows 7 64 bit, Windows Vista 32 bit, Windows Vista 64 bit, Windows XP 32 bit, Windows XP 64 bit.
Mac OS:
Mac OS X 10.13, Mac OS X 10.12, Mac OS X 10.11, Mac OS X 10.10, Mac OS X 10.9, Mac OS X 10.8
How to Install HP Officejet Pro 8500 Printer Driver
- Download the driver and then open the file where you save it.
- Double click to start the .exe file.
- The set up display will show up, select Agree to the End-User License Agreement, and then click Next.
- Click install and continue with the instruction.
- Click finish, restart the computer and then your printer or scanner is ready to use.
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Samuel Heath products are available from selected bathroom showrooms and department stores
Freestanding toilet brush set with ceramic container. Made from the finest materials with a combination of the latest technology and hand craftsmanship. Employing a high quality plating process to ensure a flawless finish.
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Range Rover SPORT HSE
Reception in Portuguese / English directly on the arrival terminal
Private Transfer for trips within Miami or Miami / Orlando
Our services begin before you even arrive in Miami. We offer an address to send your purchases and store them safely until you arrive;
If your destination is not just Miami, we have Baggage Storage service, to store your bags / purchases until the day of your return;
Our team will explain all the handling and operation of the car, as well and GPS, before your departure.
You will receive a folder with the main driving rules of the state of Florida.