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A new report from Public Agenda examines the attitudes and expectations of adults who are considering entering postsecondary education.
The report, titled "Is College Worth It for Me?", finds that the costs of earning a credential are at the forefront of adults minds as they consider their decision. Adults also worry about struggling to balance the demands of work and family with school.
The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) has released new projections as part of its Knocking at the College Door series. The new supplement projects the number of high school graduates through 2027-28 for the 25 most heavily populated metropolitan areas in the country. These projections can help those trying to bring adults back to complete postsecondary credentials by helping policymakers and education leaders understand the state of the "traditional" education pipeline in years to come.
A new brief from HigherEd Insight examines some of the promising strategies that states and metropolitan areas are employing to increase credential completion by adults with prior college credit but no degree.
The brief is available here.
The University of Wisconsin System is preparing to launch it's competency-based degree program, known as the "Flex Option." The program will provide new degree pathways to adults who have significant prior college credit based. The full interview is available on the NPR website.
The Adult College Completion Network hosted a webinar on June 20, examining the FERPA implications of data mining efforts. Baron Rodriguez and Michael Hawes represented the Department of Education and provided guidance to participants about how the law does, and does not, limit this activity.
The webinar detailed the specific exemptions that may be available for institutions seeking to identify and contact these students.
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Michie Forbes Keeling Fraser in WW1
Hunts Post 5th October 1917
Lieut. M Fraser M.C. Wounded
Lieut. M F K Fraser, Yorks and Lancs Regiment, second son of Mr. Garden Fraser of Holywell, who was awarded the Military Cross and received his second star in August last, was wounded on September 18th by a hand grenade on the Western Front.
The following testimony has been given by his Colonel:-
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. As intelligence officer he carried out his work in a most gallant manner. He was continuously up and down the line under very heavy bombardments and never spared himself from start to finish, and it was due to his untiring energy that touch was kept throughout the whole of the operations, both day and night, with battalions on the left and right flanks – at times a very difficult matter. Second-Lieutenant Fraser personally led a party against the strong point on the right of the final objective, which has been holding us up for some time, killing a number of the enemy, and taking several prisoners, and it was in no small measure due to this fine bit of work that we took our final objective at the first assault. Throughout the whole of the operations his conduct and the example he set was magnificent.
M.F.K. Fraser received the Military Cross for work as an intelligence officer in July 1915. He is not listed on our roll of honour being born in Hemingford Abbots, and maybe because his parents separated when he was a child and his mother took him first to Birmingham, then to London to live. However he was still Garden Fraser's second son, and Garden lived and died in Holywell.
Michie Forbes Keeling Fraser survived the war and did not die until 1959. He was interested in the theatre and a keen cricket fan, and he wrote a book on both subjects.
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This man was my grandfather, he had 3 sons named Alistair, Ian and Andrew, Ian was my father. This is the first and only information I've found concerning Michie's war exploits and it has made me very proud. I had never heard of his father so this has enabled me to do further research. Thank you.

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On July 7, 2016, a lone gunman turned a peaceful march into one of the deadliest attacks on law enforcement in United States history.
The world – including one 14-year-old girl -- watched Dallas, Texas, in horror. The event shook her to the core despite being 1,195 miles away.
Megan O'Grady is the daughter of Cape Coral Police Department's Officer Patrick O'Grady. When she heard 12 Dallas police officers were shot in an ambush and that five passed away, her life was forever changed.
"It was tough because we knew she was going to be affected by it," recalled Patrick. "She was going to be like, 'Oh my God. You're not safe if they're not safe.' It was really hard."
Rather than live in fear for her father, Megan decided to help the families of the fallen.
She thought about how her father would hug her every day before work and she came up with an idea: sew teddy bears from the fallen officer's uniforms. That way, their families could still hold and hug their beloved officer.
Problem was, Megan had never sewn before.
"I came up with the idea and my parents were like, 'Are you sure you want to do that? Because that's a lot of work. You don't know how to sew,'" said Megan.
She was determined.
With help from donations through a GoFundMe account, Megan fundraised and purchased a sewing/embroidery machine. She worked with her grandma and watched YouTube tutorials to master the art.
Then, she began reaching out to departments and families – offering to create a teddy bear from their fallen officers' shirt, free of charge. But a dark reality set in when she received her first uniforms.
"I would look at a uniform shirt and freak out because it's just really heartbreaking knowing that some of these families don't have an officer anymore," said Megan. "The only way to describe it is bittersweet."
Realizing her custom teddy bears help families heal, Megan charged forward.
What she initially expected to be a short-term project of around 30 bears has turned into a non-profit organization, Blue Line Bears. Since launching two years ago, Megan has created over 500 custom bears for families of officer's who made the ultimate sacrifice.
"[These officers] don't get to hold their mother, father, uncle or any family member. She's making bears and they can hug them again and hold them in a way they remember," said Patrick.
Megan hopes that Blue Line Bears can also serve as a reminder that every officer has a family.
"There is so much more to a police officer than the uniform. They have family and there is always someone they're telling goodbye and goodnight to every single day," said Megan. "It's important for people to understand that there are hearts behind the badge."
For more information on Blue Line Bears, visit their website and Facebook page here.


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Shawlettes are the new socks! These hugely popular, fashion accessories are worn about the shoulders and meant for showing off. They're not only stylish but these budget-friendly pieces make for perfect portable projects. International knitwear designer Jean Moss knows this best and has pulled together a wonderfully creative collection of 25 knitting patterns for shawlettes, mini-wraps, cowls, collars, and more. The garments are grouped by style: Country, Couture, Folk, and Vintage and feature gorgeous yarns of varying content, including wool, silk, cotton, and sustainable fibers. Knitters of all levels will draw inspiration from the gorgeous four-color photos. Additionally helpful are illustrations, charts, schematics and an appendix with instructions for special stitches. Shawlettes can be endlessly reinterpreted in beautiful ways as this book shows. It's one that will capture knitters' imaginations for years to come.
About the Author
One of Britain's leading designers, JEAN MOSS is known worldwide for her distinctive couture knits. A writer, gardener, and musician living in York, England, she has created her own collections of handknits for more than 25 years. She's also designed for Rowan Yarns and many international fashion houses including Ralph Lauren, Laura Ashley, and Benetton. She hosts knitters' tours and teaches widely in Europe and North America.
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SKU THR63077867 Table Of Contents
Madame Alfred Shawlette
Kardamili Shawlette
Garland Necklet
Green at Heart Collar
Evergreen Scarf
Frost Choker
Drift Cowl
Penumbra Cowl
Enigma Shawl
Harlequin Cape
Twine Cowl
Empty Circle Joined Hat and Scarf
Miss Garricks Cowl
Arabesque Scarf
Bess Ruff
Ceilidh Shawlette
Purple Patch Shrug
Polperro Cape
Kitty Capelet
Grace Cowl
Brontë Fichu
Mantilla Shawlette
Vamp Boa
Treasure Jabot
Fizz Capelet
Appendices Techniques and Stitches • Yarn Information • Buttons and Trimmings • Knitting Abbreviations • Needle and Hook Sizing
Project Index
About the Author
I've always been a doer. i need to make things with my hands—stitches, food, gardens, music—and so, for me, Sweet Shawlettes has been a dream project. From little more than a necklace to more substantial capelets, cowls, collars, furbelows, and fichus, the shawlette provides the ultimate opportunity to explore shape, stitch, color, and texture—all without the commitment a larger piece demands. And, as many use small quantities of yarn, these stash-busting designs are terrific for last-minute handmade gifts. If you, like me, have a tendency to buy tiny amounts of luxury yarns you just can't resist, but then wonder what on earth to do with them, well, problem solved—you'll find many options in Sweet Shawlettes!
My work as a handknit designer and, more recently, as tour host for adventurous knitters and fiber lovers involves a lot of travel. The portable shawlette is my ideal companion, something to occupy my needles whether exploring a Welsh mountain or a Moroccan kasbah. Since often there is no big deal about gauge—within reason of course—and sizing is less important, shawlettes also are perfect for new knitters.
With the 25 designs in this collection, a wonderful voyage of discovery started to unfold for me. I've arranged the designs into four chapters, each reflecting a different mood. In Country, you'll find shawlettes that look to nature for inspiration and use combinations of intarsia, lace, cables, and appliqué. Couture is pure style, with in-your-face block color, shadow-knit stripes, and bold entrelac—guaranteed to get you noticed! Folk explores the nuts and bolts of the knitting tradition: Fair Isle, cables, lace, plaid, and patchwork, including new takes on old techniques, a lace Möbius, and a denim gansey design. Vintage is an ode to fabulous fashion through the ages—from Elizabethan neck ruffs and Wuthering Heights shawls, through the decadent style of Lord Byron, to the extravagant glitz and glamour of the 1950s screen goddesses.
Whether you are new to knitting or a lifelong devotee, the patterns in this book provide an opportunity to learn something new and create unique, beautiful designs.
The Importance of Fiber
Yarn is hugely important in any pattern. It's the vehicle for showcasing the stitches that we spend so long creating, so it has to be right for the job. I've had such fun picking the perfect fiber for each of these projects. The neck is a highly sensual area, so it's imperative that the yarn is soft and sumptuous, yet holds the correct shape and does the stitch justice. Some yarns, like cashmere, are beautiful enough in themselves and need only a stylish shape to create a wonderful design. Others with crisp stitch definition, such as cotton and linen, cry out for a cable or sculptured stitch, whilst painterly random-dyed yarns can effortlessly introduce exquisite color into a design.
The yarns I've chosen for this book reflect the unique nature of each design—some shawlettes work best with natural fibers, others with luxurious blends, and still others can take pretty much any yarn you care to cast on. I've tried to use yarns easily available through local yarn shops and online, but to make substitutions easy, I've included a fiber list on p. 122 and a Standard Yarn Weight System on p. 124 at the back
of the book.
Shawlettes also provide the perfect opportunity to get creative with buttons, buckles, beads, and closures. These can make or break a project, so make sure you choose yours carefully. I love vintage style, so I try to recycle costume jewelry and yard sale treasures. After all, a shawlette featuring buttons from your grandmother's favorite jacket or an heirloom brooch is meaningful beyond just the stitchwork. Of course there are gorgeous new fasteners to be had, but remember that often the perfect bead, button, or buckle can be closer than you might think.
Knits have never been more important in the world of fashion. Beautifully crafted, sophisticated pieces expressing the wearer's personality represent the contemporary face of handknits. I hope this book will inspire you to knit my sweet shawlettes, either to flaunt flamboyantly or gift generously to friends and family.
—Jean Moss
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Buzzfeed journalist Samra Seifu stopped by for a July visit of Cincinnati and concluded that it's "low-key America's coolest city."
A midwestern native herself, Seifu lets readers know right off the bat that once she visited Cincinnati she wished she had made the trip sooner. She filled her three-day agenda by visiting six very different local neighborhoods, kicking things off with Northside. The cuisine for her trip ranged from Rooted Juicery and Kitchen, a local vegan favorite, to Senate, which serves up gourmet hot dogs loaded with unique toppings such as fried eggs and potato chips. Her few days were also filled with unique entertainment such as the apothecary soul garden at Krohn Conservatory in Mount Adams and the Lucky Cat Museum in Walnut Hills. Seifu's trip left her with a true taste of the region's hospitality, and sure that "Cincinnati has so much to offer," and is "evolving with each passing day." Click here to read the full article.


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Unless you've been living under the sea, you'll have at least heard of the low-carb or ketogenic way of eating, if not already experimented with it or even made it a way of life.
Which is why we were so delighted to get this original creation from Braeden Royal, chef-in-the-making student at Jackie Cameron's School of Food & Wine. Braeden shared that he was particularly interested in creating this recipe because both his parents have been on the ketogenic diet for almost 6 months. He says, 'they are looking incredible! They have so much more energy and are rarely negative, always finding the positive side to everything. When my mom first started making low-carb recipes, they struggled to feel full on the diet, but that's the whole thing isn't it? How carbohydrates and sugars are the 'quick-fixes' for us all, making us more hungry more often. Just cutting out carbs and sugars can make such a difference and I'm happy to share this recipe to show how it can be done!' Braeden had a lot of fun coming up with this Tequila Sunset recipe which came out of planning and playing on the popular combo of Tequila, salt and lemon.
Braeden's Ketogenic Taco dish
Here's what you get:
Cheese taco shells
Salted Tequila-pulled pork
Yellow and red peppers
Charred lemon wedges
A pile of Oryx desert original salt crystals
A nest of purple cabbage with a salsa topped with a cheese shard
And chiffonade basil
Keto Tequila Sunset
- Pork shoulder 125g
- Tequila 30ml
- Smoked paprika 2g
- Lime juice 15ml
- Soy sauce 15ml
- Garlic 1 clove
- Cumin 2g
- Cheddar cheese 1/2 cup grated
- 20g butter
- Honey/stevia 10ml/5 drops
- Tomato 1/4 cup.Chopped
- Red onion 1/4 cup chopped
- Purple cabbage 1/2 cup sliced
- Lemon juice 10ml
- Parmesan cheese Garnish
- Fresh basil Garnish
- Oryx desert salt. 1/8 cup
- Lemon wedges. 1/2 lemon
- Marinade the pork shoulder overnight in the tequila, smoked paprika, lime juice, soy sauce, garlic and cumin.
- Roast in the oven at 190°C for 1 hour.
- Place the cheese on a lined baking tray into a circle or large cookie cutter the size of your taco, making sure there are no gaps. On average this cheese amount will make two-three tacos.
- Place into the oven at 150°C until melted, take out and fold over a rolling pin to the correct shape of a shell.
- Shred the pork and fry in butter and the honey.
- Mix tomato and red onion with the lemon juice, season well and place into cabbage leaf/nest.
- Fill the taco with the pork, remaining cabbage.
- Place a pile of salt and lemon wedges on the side with the accompanying salsa.
- Garnish with basil leaves.


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Robin Sainty: Encouraging shades of the Lambert era from Farke's Canaries
PUBLISHED: 07:00 11 August 2018
Paul Chesterton
It would be dangerous to draw too many conclusions, either positive or negative, from City's trip to Birmingham last week.
Whilst an away point is never a bad result in such a competitive league City's performance was very much of the curate's egg variety.
The starting line-up, with no Moritz Leitner or Kenny McLean, was something of a surprise, and the two holding midfield players suggested that Daniel Farke's priority, albeit unsurprisingly at this early stage, was not to lose.
As it was City's only problems in the first half were largely self-inflicted, not least due to two sloppy cross-field passes from Grant Hanley, who had an uncharacteristically dozy afternoon, culminating in an awful piece of flat footed ball watching for what looked like being Birmingham's winner. Overall there was too much sideways passing between him and Timm Klose, often due to too little movement ahead of them.
So far, so familiar, and when Birmingham went ahead just after City, who seemed to have mentally stayed in the dressing room after half-time, had survived a frantic goalmouth scramble there was inevitably much grumbling in the crowd. However, that was when we started to see what is hopefully a taste of things to come as Farke's team evolves.
The coach's decision to introduce Leitner and McLean at the expense of one of the holding midfielders and the hapless James Husband introduced a greater attacking intent, but ironically it was Dennis Srbeny, a player written off by many last season, who had the greatest impact, with three surging runs from deep, the last of them setting up Onel Hernandez for his second goal and sending the Gil Merrick Stand into raptures.
Of course, by far the biggest positive for City was the performance of Hernandez, whose movement across the front line caused all sorts of problems for the home defenders who were never quite sure who should be picking him up. His pace is now matched by greater strength on the ball, but what really impressed was his coolness in the box, having appeared to panic when in sight of goal last season, and his second finish was perfectly executed, after receiving some assistance from Birmingham's keeper for his first.
Farke would also have been encouraged by the performances of both Jordan Rhodes, who kept Birmingham's central defenders under pressure and will undoubtedly prove a serious goal threat with better service, and Teemu Pukki whose tireless running and clever touches (if you weren't at the game check the highlights for his cushioned header which set Srbeny on the run that resulted in the second equaliser) proved an excellent foil for Rhodes' spacial awareness.
Ben Marshall also showed a great deal of promise, although I would like to see him a little further forward where his excellent crossing might well create more opportunities for Rhodes, as he did with an inch perfect first half ball which saw the striker's powerful header tipped over the bar.
However, two things that should definitely encourage City fans are the fact that Farke made positive substitutions while there was still plenty of time left for them to have an impact, and also the way in which his team shrugged off conceding a goal in the 89th minute and continued to believe that they could get something from the game. Shades of the Lambert era there, and a tangible benefit of a tough pre-season.
Today will be a completely different challenge with City expected to take the initiative and I would therefore expect the side to be set up differently to last week.
Farke will be acutely aware that last season City snatched an away point thanks to a late equaliser on opening day before fluffing their lines at home against a newly relegated club, so he and his players will want to lay down a marker in front of the Carrow Road crowd.
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What Is The Root Of Selfishness?February 05, 2017
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Most of us are characterized by the tiny hints of selfishness. However, some people are more consumed by this trait.
Let me begin by defining what being "selfish" is. There are two main points according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary. A selfish individual is concerned with his or her own advantage, pleasure, or well-being. Furthermore, he or she does not have any regard for others.
There seems to be nothing wrong with the initial part of selfishness. Observing human interactions made me realize that human beings have their personal interest at heart. We want to pursue things that will ultimately be good for our own well-being. This is desirable, especially in the evolutionary sense. Charles Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection highlights that common species are after the same thing, but only the best adapted varieties survive. Similar ideals can be applied to man.
The latter part of the definition ignites the issues. Achieving success in the expense of other people is the kind of selfishness that you must avoid. In the extreme sense, Psychologists refer to this personality trait as Machiavellianism. The term was coined from the infamous philosopher and diplomat Niccolò Machiavelli. His most notable work is "The Prince".
The Prince or "Il Principe" exposed his strong and unscrupulous political views. He believed that rulers should be harsh with their enemies and civilians. This is why Machiavellianism refers to a person who is willing to manipulate, exploit, and deceive others in order to fulfill his or her own goals. This personality trait is part of the "Dark Triad" including Narcissism and Psychopathy.
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Researchers found that they can "make" people selfish by turning off a region of the brain with a flick of a switch. It was that simple! This region is none other than the Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex (DLPFC), which is said to trigger self-control. The researchers used repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation on participants to temporarily disable their DLPFC. The participants were more likely to engage in egotistical behavior upon the supression of the (right side of) DLPFC.
It seems like selfishness can be pinpointed in the brain. Who knew that this would ever be possible?
Humanistic Psychology highlights that we all have goals and needs. Some people have the tools to conquer life's hurdles, while others have to suffer the insecurity of unmet needs. One theory states that selfish individuals hoard their resources to themselves to increase the sense of control.
For instance, you had a friend called Jack. Jack grew up in an impoverished family along with his 9 siblings. He had a constant urge to fight for his possessions. At various points in his life, he felt that everything was taken away from him. He hit the jackpot at the age of 30. To gain a sense of control, he began to hide his wealth away from his family. Doing so helped him to ease his inner conflicts.
A recent study used a modified version of the Prisoner's Dilemma - a test of people's willingness to set aside their personal interests to attain the greater good. After utilizing different strategies, the researchers found that being selfish was more beneficial than cooperating. The benefits may be short-lived, however.
One of the most important things to do when dealing with a selfish individual is to understand the reason behind his or her actions. Incorporate the Biological, Psychological, and Social factors.
Remember that you cannot control the personality of other people in most cases (unless you are a healthcare professional). What you can control is your reaction towards them. Thus, it is best to accept one's nature.
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Patience helps when dealing with selfish people.ReplyDelete


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The Story: Creators of one of the most prestigious building development projects in England, Havard Estates have played a significant role in revitalising Torquay. Havard Estates aimed to underline their achievement by entering the UK Property Awards. The UK Property Awards celebrate the highest levels of achievement by companies operating in every sector of the property and real estate industry. The award is a world-renowned mark of excellence.
The Spark: We were tasked with producing a top quality, minimum run presentation brochure to showcase the breath taking architecture of the Abbey Sands Development. Our graphic presentation accounted for 20% of the overall marks for the award, making our contribution highly significant.
The Impact: Not only did Havard Estates win their own category, they were also overall winners, automatically entering them into the international awards for 2015, so watch this space!
The Result: Following the immense success of the development, Havard Estates recognised the need to rebrand themselves, to take full advantage of their new higher profile. We created a new identity, a new dynamic website, and gave Havard Estates a new sense of purpose for the future.
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Whether you are an overworked, commuter-stressed, designated meal-maker or a secret-chef, you will love this simple, tasty and healthy Garlic Roasted Butternut Squash Recipe with Apple (optional).
Relax. The few ingredient are quick to prep and the outcome is delicious.
This recipe can be done minutes or hours ahead of time and leftovers heat up nicely, taking pressure off the next night's dinner plate.
This isn't grandma's boiled bland squished squash. This is richly roasted with sweetness and flavour. A recipe your inner inner child will love, especially if you boost the sweetness with apple (look to the end on how you can add this option).
- 1 whole Butternut Squash
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic crushed or pureed
- Salt to taste
- 1 whole Green Apple (optional)
- Peel your butternut squash using potato-peeler until hard peel and green lines are gone (one to two swipes).
- Cut off stem end. Cut off a shallow strip from the wider blossom end to allow squash to stand steadily on cutting board. Cut off one strip equal to the width of diced cubes you want. The smaller the diced cubes the faster they will roast which means they will be in the oven for a shorter time and may not get as brown/caramelized as a larger dice. (We recommend about a 2 to 2.5cm cubes.)
- Scoop out seed and seed pulp. These is where you can see the value in purchasing a butternut squash based on its 'neck' instead of selecting a large bulb portion which is taken up with seed production.
- Placing the cut sides down on the cutting board gives you a firm and safer way to dice your squash.
- Using a bowl which will fit the amount of diced squash you have, mix together olive oil, garlic salt and pepper (if using). This recipe still works very well for those on a salt free diet; or you can add salt before serving. Pepper is optional; as is any spice you may want to add to balance or enhance the sweetness of the roasted squash; making this recipe your own.
- Place diced squash into the oil and garlic mixture and stir to coat well. Let rest for minimum 20 – 30 minutes. (Hey, don't worry – if it works better for you make it up the night before, or in the morning so this part of dinner prep is done before you get home, it'll be just fine. Really.)
- Preheat oven to 400⁰F. If you want your roasted squash to be well caramelized place rack closer to bottom element. If you prefer it less coloured, place it in the middle. On a baking sheet lined with tinfoil (if you want extra non-stick assurance, coat with vegetable spray), spread squash mixture in one level. Place in oven for 15 minutes. Turn squash over and cook on other side an additional 15 minutes. These times may have to be reduced or increased depending on the size of your dice and the amount of caramelization desired.
- Remove from oven. Sprinkle with salt if desired. Serve immediately. This will easily become a family favourite … it certainly is at our house. Either this way or when we add apple. Continue reading for this sweet addition.
If you want to take it up a delicious notch, or have it more appealing to younger taste buds, add green apples (or other firm cooking apples). Treat them the same way you did the squash (yes, including the garlic) except keep in a separate bowl until it's time to add them to the baking sheet. Because the apples will take less time to cook, add the apple mixture to the butternut squash as it nears end of roasting time. Soft: around 10 minutes. Firmer textures: closer to five minutes before end of roasting time.
ENJOY! … you might even want to pass this recipe on to Grandma
If you are looking for more things to do with your left over Butternut Squash, check out our own Butternut Squash Soup.
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10 Neglected Windows Superpowers & How to Access Them
Some people feel like Windows has been overly dumbed down, but nobody can deny that Windows is still a massively complex operating system. With all its nooks and crannies, not even the most die-hard Windows fans have explored them all.
All of this is to say that Windows has some pretty cool features, but many of them are hidden away, so that average users won't accidentally tinker with their systems in unintended ways.
We call these features "superpowers", and they're worth knowing about if you consider yourself to be a power user. In fact, you don't even have to be a power user. Anyone who wants more control over Windows will love these tricks and tips.
1. Power User Menu
Did you know that in Windows 8.1 and 10 you can right-click on the Start Menu button? This brings up the alternative Start Menu 8 Ways To Improve Windows 8 With Win+X Menu Editor Windows 8 contains an almost hidden feature you need to know about! Press Windows Key + X or right-click at the bottom-left corner of your screen to open a menu you can now customize. Read More , which is formally called the Power User Menu, and it's this menu that's going to make your life ten times easier.
Long story short, you can think of this alternative menu as a quick launcher for the most frequently used maintenance tools in Windows. With it, you gain immediate access to well-known tools like the Control Panel, Programs and Features, Command Prompt, and Network Connections.
But you also gain access to some lesser-known but just-as-important tools, like the Device Manager, Event Viewer, Disk Management, and Mobility Center (which we'll explore later in this article). Instead of navigating the Settings app or searching with Cortana, try using the Power User Menu next time.
Pro Tip: You can open the Power User Menu even faster by using the Windows + X keyboard shortcut. It's one of the best ways to optimize the Windows 10 experience 7 Quick Tips & Hacks to Optimize Your Windows 10 Experience Windows 10 is more than an upgrade to Windows 8, it's an evolution. We've covered many of the big changes, but lots of minor things changed, too. Maybe we can teach you a new trick. Read More .
2. God Mode
While the traditional Control Panel is still accessible in Windows 10 through the Power User Menu (which we covered above), it's no secret that Microsoft is trying to kill it off Why Microsoft Is Killing the Windows Control Panel The Control Panel is being decommissioned. In Windows 10, the Settings app has adopted most of its features in a more stylish and mobile-friendly interface. Is that really necessary? Read More and replace it with the simpler Settings app.
The thing is, both the Control Panel and the Settings app suffer from the same issue: too many clicks to get to the settings you want. Searching is faster, of course, but what if you don't know the name of a setting? What if you want to see all available settings at once?
Of all the simple but useful Windows tricks 9 Simple Tricks You Didn't Know Were Possible in Windows Windows has many simple tricks up its sleeve that are easily overlooked. Everything we show you here is native to Windows, no gimmicks. How many of these do you know? Read More to know, God Mode is one of the better ones — not because it lets you do things that you wouldn't normally be able to do, but because it presents everything from the Control Panel at once in an easily-navigated layout.
Are you convinced? Then hop over to our easy explanation of how to enable God Mode in Windows How to Enable God Mode in Windows 7, 8.1, and 10 Windows has a hidden shortcut to view all system settings at once. Here's how to easily get to God Mode. Read More . Control Panel is good enough for the average person, but if you're an advanced Windows user, you won't regret switching to God Mode. That's a guarantee.
3. Windows Administrator
In Windows Vista and beyond, every time you want to install a new program or make some kind of change to your system, you have to deal with a permissions popup. Not only that, but some programs don't work properly unless Run as Administrator.
It's a good security measure for shared computers and computers that contain sensitive data, but it can get annoying over time — especially if you're on an account that already has Administrator privileges.
In previous versions of Windows, there was something called the Windows Administrator account Windows Administrator Account: Everything You Need to Know Starting with Windows Vista, the built-in Windows Administrator account is disabled by default. You can enable it, but do so at your own risk! We show you how. Read More , and this account had full access to everything without needing any permission confirmations. It still exists in Windows today, but it's hidden away for your safety.
And yes, you can enable it if you want to How to Unlock the Secret Administrator Account in Windows Administration rights are now handled by User Account Control in Windows, but the hidden Administrator account is powerful. Here's how to enable it. Read More . We can't argue that it's more convenient to use, but be absolutely sure that you know what you're doing. Using the Windows Administrator account is a severe security risk for the average user.
Pro Tip: If you ever lose the Windows Administrator account password, there are ways to get it back Lost Your Windows Administrator Password? Here's How to Fix It Looking for the default administrator password in Windows? Need to recover your account password? Here's how to do it. Read More .
4. Mobility Center for Laptops
If you're a laptop user who has never used the Mobility Center, then you're in for a treat. Despite having been introduced back in Windows Vista, many people still don't know that there's such a thing as the Mobility Center One Windows Tool To Get Instant Access To All Your Hardware Controls Seeing how useful this tool is, it's shockingly fameless. I'm talking about the Windows Mobility Center. Say what? See what I mean! Read More , which is a shame because it's quite useful.
Simply put, the Mobility Center takes all of the system settings that are relevant to a laptop device and presents them in one single window One Windows Tool To Get Instant Access To All Your Hardware Controls Seeing how useful this tool is, it's shockingly fameless. I'm talking about the Windows Mobility Center. Say what? See what I mean! Read More . At the very least, it shows options for brightness, volume, battery, and external displays. Some systems may have even more options.
The easiest way to access the Mobility Center is to open the Power User Menu (which we covered above) and select the Mobility Center option. Otherwise, you can open the Settings app and navigate to System > Power & Sleep > Additional Power Settings > Windows Mobility Center.
5. Navigating with Keyboard Shortcuts
I said it once and I'll say it again, Windows is a complex operating system. It may not seem that way to someone who grew up on a Windows system, but there are a lot of functions and actions that we perform every day, yet take for granted.
For example, when you save a document in Word, do you use the mouse to click on File and then Save? Why not just press Ctrl + S instead? It requires less effort and will save you a lot of time when you consider how many times you'll save a document over the next few years.
Keyboard shortcuts are the fastest and easiest way to graduate from being a Windows newbie, and let me tell you, there are a lot of shortcuts available. Check out our ultimate guide to Windows shortcuts Windows Keyboard Shortcuts 101: The Ultimate Guide Keyboard shortcuts can save you hours of time. Master the universal Windows keyboard shortcuts, keyboard tricks for specific programs, and a few other tips to speed up your work. Read More for a crash course on the most important ones.
But there are others worth learning too, like these nifty "Windows Key" tricks 13 Nifty "Windows Key" Tricks You Should Know By Now The Windows Key can be used to do a lot of neat things. Here are the most useful shortcuts that you should already be using. Read More , these keyboard navigation shortcuts Navigating Windows with Keyboard Shortcuts Alone You might know lots of keyboard shortcuts, but did you know you could get around Windows without your mouse? Here's how. Read More , and these program launch shortcuts How to Launch Any Windows Program With the Keyboard Did you know you can launch any Windows program you want with user-defined keyboard shortcuts? Read More . Don't skip out on the most unappreciated aspect of Windows 6 Underappreciated Features of the Windows Operating System There are plenty of Windows features you use every day, but some you might not have ever seen. Let's give these underrated tools some credit. Read More !
6. Record Videos of Apps & Programs
One of the cooler new features in Windows 10 is Game DVR. Up until now, if you wanted to record a video of your screen or a program, you had to use a third-party screen recording tool Show, Don't Tell! 3 Best Free Screencasting Tools for Windows They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so a video must be priceless - and there are times when a video is more convenient and effective than simple words. A screencast, also known... Read More . There's nothing wrong with them, but it's nice to finally have a built-in solution.
Game DVR is actually intended as a way to record your gaming adventures — hence the feature's name — but it can be used for non-gaming applications, too.
All you have to do is focus on the app you want to record and press Windows + G. A small toolbar will popup and ask you if you meant to bring up the Game DVR Use Windows 10's Game Bar Feature to Record App Videos With the Game DVR feature in Windows 10, you can produce videos of any app or program. No third-party tools needed! Read More , so click Yes. You'll only have to click Yes once per unique app.
Once the toolbar is open, you can either take screenshots or record videos of the app in focus. The toolbar can be moved around the screen, and it can record videos up to 2 hours in length, but it only records the app itself.
Fullscreen capture is unavailable, and Game DVR can't be used on system-level apps for security reasons. By default, videos are saved to the Videos/Captures folder under your User home directory.
7. Secret Navigator in the Taskbar
Most users, including myself, prefer to have a clean taskbar, which is easily done by getting rid of anything that adds nothing, like useless toolbars and maybe even Cortana How to Set Up Cortana & Remove Her in Windows 10 Cortana is Microsoft's greatest productivity tool since Office. We'll show you how to get started with Windows 10's digital assistant or how to turn Cortana off for improved privacy. Read More .
But there's one thing that's actually worth keeping: the Desktop toolbar.
This toolbar is an all-in-one navigator that lets you access pretty much any file, folder, or setting on your system no matter where you are. And thanks to the nested structure, it's compact and without any clutter.
To turn it on, right-click on your taskbar, select Properties, go to the Toolbars tab, mark the box labelled Desktop, and click OK. Now it should be on your taskbar. Using this, you can start navigating your system like a pro Use Windows 10's Secret Taskbar to Navigate Like a Pro Finding files and folders on Windows 10 can be a nuisance, so here's a quick way to find them without any navigational headaches. Read More .
8. File Explorer Tips
This next superpower is more a collection of tricks than any single trick in particular, but since the File Explorer is such an integral aspect of Windows, knowing these tricks will improve your experience in significant ways.
For example, have you ever had File Explorer crash? Or an application freeze? Of course you have. The usual response is to restart your computer, but here's a faster alternative: hold Shift + Ctrl, right-click on the taskbar, and select Exit Explorer to immediately restart it.
Another useful tip is to learn the essential File Explorer shortcuts 3 Advanced Tips & Tricks For Using Windows Explorer Windows Explorer is the default Windows file manager. Last week I introduced you to 3 easy ways to improve Windows 7 Explorer by tweaking features and using it to its full potential. In this article,... Read More like Windows + E (launch File Explorer), Alt + Left (go backward), Alt + Right (go forward), Alt + D (focus on address bar), Alt + Enter (view file properties), and F2 (rename selected file).
But there are even more tricks to learn 10 Little Known Features of Windows File Explorer Don't let Windows File Explorer fool you with its plain looks. It's capable of many more actions and tweaks than it lets on! Let us show you a bunch of them. Read More like dragging files to the address bar, adding tags and comments to files, displaying checkboxes beside files, and more. Mastering these is essential to becoming a Windows power user.
9. PowerShell > Command Prompt
Few tools provide as much power to a Windows user as the command line. After all, there are so many tasks made easier by the Command Prompt 7 Common Tasks The Windows Command Prompt Makes Quick & Easy Don't let the command prompt intimidate you. It's simpler and more useful than you expect. You might be surprised by what you can accomplish with just a few keystrokes. Read More , especially if you take the time to improve the Command Prompt 7 Quick Tips to Improve the Windows Command Prompt You should learn more about the Command Prompt. It's a more valuable resource than most people realize. These tips will improve your command line experience, even if you're a seasoned user. Read More .
But as powerful as the Command Prompt might be, it's no match for PowerShell, a more advanced command line that can do things that the Command Prompt could only dream of doing. Objectively speaking, PowerShell is simply better Command Prompt vs. Windows PowerShell: What's the Difference? Windows users can get by without using either the Command Prompt or PowerShell. But with Windows 10 and new features around the corner, maybe it's about time we learned. Read More .
If you've never even heard of it before, we recommend starting with our introduction to PowerShell Boost Your Productivity With Windows PowerShell Scripts What if you could bring the productivity of Linux over to Windows? Most Linux distros come packaged with the powerful Bash shell. PowerShell is an equally powerful terminal for Windows. Read More , which covers what it can do and reasons why you should use it. Then check out these simple but useful PowerShell commands 6 Basic PowerShell Commands to Get More out of Windows PowerShell is what you get when you give steroids to the Windows Command Prompt. It grants you control of nearly every aspect of the Windows system. We help you leap up its learning curve. Read More to get a taste.
After that, you'll know enough to decide whether or not you want to really delve into PowerShell's capabilities. If you're a power user, we think you'll want to.
The easiest way to open PowerShell is to press Windows + R, which opens the Run menu, type powershell, and click OK or hit the Return key.
10. Jumping to Any Registry Key
Windows is deeply tied to something called the registry, which is a massive collection of settings and variables that are used by the operating system (and individual programs) to dictate functionality. It's a configuration method that's unique to Windows.
The thing is, any user can edit registry settings using the built-in Windows Registry Editor What Is the Windows Registry and How Do I Edit It? If you need to edit the Windows registry, making a few quick changes is easy. Let's learn how to work with the registry. Read More . It's a simple tool that could benefit from a few improvements, but it's straightforward, easy to learn, and gets the job done.
You can do a lot just by editing the registry. For reference, check out these awesome Windows 10 registry tweaks 5 Windows 10 Registry Tweaks to Improve & Unlock Features The registry editor is the only way to enable some of Windows 10's hidden features. Here we'll show you easy tweaks like enabling the dark theme or hiding folders. Read More . The downside is that if you aren't careful and touch a setting you aren't supposed to, you could end up breaking your system How to Fix Windows Registry Errors (And When Not to Bother) Fiddling with the Windows Registry can be harmful to your PC. Here's how to fix registry problems and when to not bother at all. Read More .
But for experts who frequently edit the registry, there's one tool that's useful enough to be considered an essential: Registry Key Jumper. It's a third-party tool that lets you jump to any registry key just by copying the key path in text. No more need to manually browse through the hierarchy!
What Other Superpowers Exist?
Hopefully this article enlightened you to some of the awesome but lesser-known tricks in Windows. How many of these did you already know about? How many of them were new to you? We'd love to hear!
That being said, we know this isn't an exhaustive list, so now it's your turn. What other Windows superpowers should people know about? Share your expertise with us in the comments below!
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Norsat Enters into Amended Definitive Agreement with Hytera Communications Co., Ltd. to be Acquired for $11.50 USD per Share
Jun 20, 2017, 08:00 ET
Adjourned meeting to resume on Thursday, June 22, 2017, at 2:00 pm (Pacific time)
Hytera all-cash offer to acquire Norsat for $11.50 USD per share is the highest and only
binding and definitive offer available to securityholders.
Offer represents an 81% premium over the unaffected trading price on September 16, 2016, and an
86% premium over the 20-day volume weighted average price on September 16, 2016.
Independent Directors recommend securityholders vote FOR the arrangement with Hytera prior to
the proxy cut-off of 2:00 p.m. (Pacific time) on June 20, 2017.
VANCOUVER, June 20, 2017 /CNW/ - Norsat International Inc. ("Norsat" or the "Company") (TSX: NII and NYSE MKT: NSAT), a provider of unique and customized communication solutions for remote and challenging applications, today announced that it has entered into an amended arrangement agreement (the "Amended Arrangement Agreement") with Hytera Project Corp. ("Hytera"), a subsidiary of Hytera Communications Co., Ltd., pursuant to which Hytera will acquire all the issued and outstanding shares of Norsat for $11.50 in United States dollars ("USD") in cash per share, pursuant to a court-approved plan of arrangement (the "Arrangement"). All unexercised options and restricted share units will also be acquired under the Arrangement. The proposed transaction values Norsat at an equity value of approximately $70.6 million USD.
The previously adjourned annual general and special meeting of securityholders (the "Meeting") is scheduled to resume on Thursday, June 22, 2017, at 2:00 pm (Pacific time) at the offices of Norsat International Inc. at Suite 110-4020 Viking Way, Richmond, B.C., V6V 2L4.
Cash Consideration and Attractive Premium – Under the Arrangement, shareholders of Norsat will receive $11.50 USD per Norsat share in cash, offering immediate liquidity and certainty of consideration. The cash consideration per share represents a premium of 81% over the unaffected trading price of the shares on September 16, 2016, the last trading day prior to the announcement on September 19, 2016 by Privet, a shareholder of Norsat, of its interest in acquiring Norsat. The Arrangement also represents a premium of 86% over the 20-day VWAP on September 16, 2016.
Independent Directors Support and Approval – The Independent Directors have unanimously determined that the Arrangement is in the best interests of Norsat and its shareholders and recommend that the securityholders of Norsat vote FOR the Arrangement Resolution.
Details of the Arrangement and Required Approvals – The Arrangement will be subject to a number of customary conditions, including the approval of at least 66 2/3% of the votes cast by securityholders at the Meeting. If approved by securityholders, and subject to the receipt of court approval and to the receipt of all required regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2017.
A copy of the amending agreement and revised plan of arrangement will be filed with Canadian and United States securities regulators and will be available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov.
The Arrangement Agreement, as amended, provides for, among other things, customary non-solicitation provisions, with "fiduciary out" provisions that allow Norsat to terminate the Arrangement Agreement to accept an unsolicited superior proposal in certain circumstances, subject to payment of a termination fee of $3.0 million USD (increased from $2.5 million USD) and subject to the right of Hytera to match the superior proposal in question.
About Norsat International Inc.
Founded in 1977, Norsat International Inc. is a provider of unique and customized communication solutions for remote and challenging applications. Norsat's products and services include leading-edge product design and development, production, distribution and infield support and service of fly-away satellite terminals, microwave components, antennas, Radio Frequency (RF) conditioning products, maritime based satellite terminals and remote network connectivity solutions. More information is available at www.norsat.com, via email at [email protected] or by phone at 1-604-821-2800.
Forward Looking Statements
The discussion and analysis of this news release contains forward-looking statements concerning anticipated developments in Norsat's operations in future periods, the adequacy of its financial resources and other events or conditions that may occur in the future. Forward-looking statements are frequently, but not always, identified by words such as "expects," "anticipates," "believes," "intends," "estimates", "predicts," "potential," "targeted," "plans," "possible" and similar expressions, or statements that events, conditions or results "will," "may", "could" or "should" occur or be achieved. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements about the proposed acquisition by Hytera, the upcoming resumption of the Annual General and Special Meeting of Securityholders, the adequacy of available cash resources and other statements about future events or results. Forward-looking statements are statements about the future and are inherently uncertain, and actual achievements of the Company or other future events or conditions may differ materially from those reflected in the forward-looking statements due to a variety of risks, uncertainties and other factors, such as business and economic risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs, expectations and opinions of management on the date the statements are made. Consequently, all forward-looking statements made in this news release are qualified by this cautionary statement and there can be no assurance that actual results or anticipated developments will be realized. For the reasons set forth above, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release and Norsat assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances, other than as required by law.
SOURCE Norsat International Inc.
For further information: Dr. Amiee Chan, President & CEO, Tel: 604 821-2800, Email: [email protected]com; Mr. Arthur Chin, Chief Financial Officer, Tel: 604 821-2800, Email: [email protected]; Shareholder contact: Evolution Proxy, Inc., 1-844-226-3222 (North American Toll Free Number), 1-416-855-0238 (Outside North America), [email protected]


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Saturday 15 February 2020
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Repeat Every Month(s) on the Third Saturday
Social Knitting
We typically meet on the third Saturday of every month at the Southwest Branch of the Kern County Library. This is open to everyone. All knitters and crocheters are welcome to join us. See how happy it makes us?


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A few days ago, Joelle made a post in her personal blog announcing the following:
"Those who read the article on the Akita Sakigake newspaper last September 2nd might already know this, but my husband Clinton and I are planning to move to his motherland, New Zealand, this autumn (October-November)."
According to the blog post, Joelle and Clinton adopted a child in February. Right after came the eartquake, tsunami, and radioactivity issues, so they started pondering the possibility of raising their child in New Zealand, where Clinton was born.
"This doesn't mean I will just stop working. If the timing's right, I will leap back to Japan whenever I have to. The best would be to focus activity in a fixed period of time."
"This is not 'Goodbye'. […] Singing is one of my most treasured things in life, so I can't simply detatch from it."
In other words, Joelle is leaving Japan in a few weeks.
Even if she states that she wants to continue working as a singer, this news sound pretty much like Joelle won't be in Sound Horizon anymore. Fortunately, we are kind of used to singers coming and going in Sound Horizon, but Joelle will surely be missed.
Joelle, we wish you best of luck in New Zealand!
《Triumph of 1st Revival Tour》will be in ZEPP Sendai!
If deciding to do the Triumph concert of this year's tour in Sendai wasn't enough of a surprise, now we know that it won't be anything like a regular live concert.
- The entrance ticket will be FREE (but the consumption of 1 drink, 500 yen, is compulsory)
- The hall can only host up to 1,500 people, so there will be a lottery to choose the 1,500 lucky ones from all the applicants.
- Laurants from the Tohoku prefecture will have priority to get a ticket. Moreover, Fanclub members from Tohoku will directly get a ticket without having to enter the draw.
- All 14 singers from this tour will be attending the show. However, there will be no musicians, nor narrators.
- The format will be Live/Talk show, and it will be 90 minutes long.
- Each applicant can request one song from a list, and that's how they'll compose the setlist.
- It is being considered to make two shows on the same day.
That's it. God knows what will come out of this show! But -at least me- I can't wait to read reports from this show once it takes place.
Hats off to Revo!


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About uReply
No need for training and most teachers can use it right away.
It was developed at The Chinese University of Hong Kong and was first launched campus-wide in year 2012.
Live Audience Responses
All actions are fast and instant.
uReply has features to enable different kinds of interactions in classrooms.
Active Learning
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Family History & Research
We regularly get enquiries from people who have discovered a Markenfield connection in their family tree. We are always happy to help wherever possible. The best way is to tell us what you know and we will try to fill in any gaps – or you may actually be filling in our gaps!
As you may have already read, the Markenfield family archives were removed from the Hall in the early 1600s and we sadly have no idea where they are – although we are actively searching.
We do hold the Norton/Grantley archives, although these relate largely to the immediate family.
We are currently trying to fill in the gap between 1569 and 1761 when the Hall was gifted from person to person at Elizabeth I's will and then lived in by a series of tenant farmers after it was purchased by 1st Lord Grantley.
Until recently we had the names of the tenant farmers, but not of anyone working and living at the Hall. Now, thanks to researcher Dr Maryon Dougil, we are starting to place people here and we hope that this will help people with their own family research. Please see subsequent pages for names and dates.


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Individual subscription plans are offered for clients who require the highest processing power. Predefined plans, aimed at smaller companies, give the ability to modify the hardware specification on a day to day basis. The costs of maintenance and preparation are low. In case of a greater processing power requirements, preparation time can be longer and the costs can be higher.
For example, an individual plan can mean connecting multiple servers into a cluster. It is worth highlighting that we have many years of experience in testing, scaling and delivering such solutions. Multi-server systems are fully supported and ready to be installed.
For an online shop with large storage requirements, we can offer additional hard drives or even logical disk arrays. Thus, the possibility of further upgrade of the system is nearly unlimited. Extensive experience and skills gained over the years through the management of an infrastructure based on thousands of cores, enable us to efficiently prepare and manage individually created solutions. We will provide you with the assistance of our best administrators who have performed such operations many times for other clients.
It is worth noting that IdoSell Shop is designed to work both in a shared server environment, which allows you to take advantage of low subscription fees, as well as on multiple dedicated servers, with the highest available processing power. You will never have to change shop platforms or perform any data migration whilst switching between different hardware plans. Your solution will scale seamlessly whether your requirements increase or decrease.
The possibilities are great and enable the plan to be adjusted to your needs perfectly. The options you can consider are:
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The costs of arrays and connections are calculated individually. The cost depends on the amount of connected servers or additional elements of the infrastructure. To enable cost forecasting, we can assure you that the cost of an individual plan comprised of 2 DC64 servers (DC64x2) will not exceed double the cost of the DC64 subscription plan. Please remember that the bigger the amount of servers, the greater the complexity and the amount of time our administrators spend on maintaining such infrastructure. Thus, you should not expect that purchasing more servers necessarily equals big discounts, however, such are possible in simple configurations.
If you think that standard plans do not satisfy the needs of your shop or if you predict its further growth and you want to be prepared beforehand, contact us - together we will determine your needs, as well as the most suitable way to satisfy them.


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Launchpad Entry: awn-integration
Created: 2008-08-22
Contributors: Julien Lavergne
Packages affected: avant-window-navigator, awn-extras-applets, human-icon-theme, evolution, firefox
Provide a better integration of avant-window-navigator (Awn) on Ubuntu, by installing plugins, theme and configure options to match Ubuntu default installation. Correct others package affecting the use of Awn (like icons themes).
Release Note
The user will have a better "out-of-the-box" installation of Awn on a default installation of Ubuntu. This include :
- Plugins which interact with the bar like changing the icon of Rhythmbox by the cover art, counting the number of unread mails etc ...
- Default installation including some launchers for default application, basic applets ...
- Svg icons for all default application because it's needed to display a nice icon on the bar.
Awn have great possibilities to integrate nicely with GNOME desktop, but it's now not enable after the default installation. This could a better experience for users if some customization was done "out-of-the-box".
Use Cases
Neil have many cover art for his music and would like to see them on his Awn bar.
There is 3 main parts :
Ubuntu Awn packaging
Action on the avant-window-navigator and awn-extras-applets package on Ubuntu.
- Provide a custom configuration to match Ubuntu default installation
- Launchers
- Applets
- Setting(s)
- Theme(s)
Other Ubuntu packaging (or Upstream)
Action on others package of Ubuntu.
Provide all svg icons for default applications & applets : submit bug to human-icon-theme
- Launchers/Tasks
- gnome-app-install
- apps/system-file-manager
- Tracker
- software-properties
- ...
- Applets
- application-exit (for Quit applet)
- ...
- Launchers/Tasks
- Submit plugins upstream and/or in Ubuntu packages
- Pidgin
- Rhythmbox
- Create new plugins and submit them upstream and/or in Ubuntu packages
Evolution (python plugins possible : http://svn.gnome.org/viewvc/evolution/trunk/plugins/python/example/)
- Firefox
Upstream Awn
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