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As for Gordon, not loving the contract or fumble history. His value and impact will come down to his ability to be that RB some want to remember instead of the RB he was last year. He turns it around it was genius, he provides Freeman like numbers and it will be the D+ rated move.
So CAP GURU question.... how much left in the budget. Can they still afford a Dlineman (Wolfe or Harris), a olineman (likely swing OT) and an inexpensive starting CB? Because those are the pressing needs that need to be filled to avoid panic drafting in April.

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Hometown: Manchester, N.H.
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Major: double major in Asian and Middle Eastern studies and Native American studies
Future studies: peace and conflict studies (master's degree) at the University of Ulster, Ireland
Extracurricular: student director of the Tucker Foundation, leads Al-Nur, the Muslim student organization
Quote: He says that Ireland's peace process "is an inspiring example to me of a divided society that was able to work together to overcome conflict and violence and create a brighter future."
Zachary Kaufman '08
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Major: Special interdisciplinary major in health and society in Latin America and the Caribbean
Future studies: epidemiology (master's and PhD) at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Extracurricular: helped develop an alternative spring break service trip to the Dominican Republic, played Ultimate Frisbee
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Woodrow Wilson-Rockefeller Brothers Fund Fellowship for Aspiring Teachers of Color
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Major: history, concentration in political history
Future studies: education (master's degree) in preparation for teaching in a high-need urban or rural school for three years
Extracurricular: interned with the Amy Biehl Foundation in Cape Town, South Africa; tutor with America Reads
Quote: "Getting to know young people [through tutoring and internships] and the circumstances that they face, I have gained a deeper understanding of the necessity of a dedicated and dynamic teacher."
Elizabeth Shribman '10
2010-2011 Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarship
Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pa.
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Major: music
Future studies: music history, at Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
Extracurricular: general manager of the Dartmouth Symphony Orchestra; participated in the music Foreign Study Program in London
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Director: Dave Green
Starring: Noel Fisher, Jeremy Howard, Pete Ploszek, and Alan Ritchson
I'm a fan of this series and have been since I was a kid, and I honestly can't even fathom how popular it's been for as long as it's been. Since the late 80s/early 90s, this franchise has captured the imaginations of kids and been a marketing bonanza. It's seen 3 long running cartoons, plenty of toys made, a good deal of video gaming, and 5 movies thus far. They started in comics, but in a tone pretty different than what they became known for. Once they took the turn towards kid friendly, very few properties could touch it's success. But it's so fundamentally silly and weird that it doesn't really make sense for it to be as wide spread as it is. Maybe it's because it's about fun kids that are all very distinct and are very upbeat added with the weird sci fi and kung fu aspects of it. I don't know, but all I know is that there's been plenty of entertainment had thanks to them. And know we are about to see a new movie with the crew, this time a sequel to the Bay-ified version of the Turtles that didn't garner much love. I enjoyed it as a Turtles fan but knew it wasn't very good. Somehow though, the marketing for this movie has sold it as a much different experience and one that felt very much like the Turtles. And for a blockbuster season that hasn't thrilled me too much yet, it seemed poised to take over the season. Thankfully, I can say that this movie very much made my day.
Right off the bat, this movie feels very different than the prior one. It still has the odd facial designs for the Turtles, but other than that it doesn't have the determination to gritty realism that the other did. Which is already a good sign, since this is a series that on it's face value spits in the face of realism. The visual style is also much cleaner and clear, doing away with the muted color palette and shaky cam. It's much brighter and very much in line with the colorful property, while still looking like it's in a "real" world. It's very much our NYC they are in but a little heightened so we can believe that these guys are around. What's added is a giant sense of fun, the movie never losing sight of the good times that makes up the franchise. These guys are fun loving teens and they have fun, even if they are some earnest moments of surprisingly honest emotions. Even with stakes that feel legit, it never sinks into sullen nonsense or stoic heroism. The situations they get into and the reactions they have are great. It all plays because of how perfectly they get these characters. Even in the last one, they felt exactly the way they're supposed to. They're all individuals and charming in their own way. You know these guys and like spending time with them, and it's a real damn achievement how they do so with CGI creations.
In what is the biggest upswing since the last movie is the plot isn't a shambling mess of studio interference. There's a clear and concise goal from the beginning and it's followed all the way through. It's a big action adventure movie and it sticks to it, even allowing it's diversions to be fun and actually relevant to the plot. This isn't Raiders of The Lost Ark or anything but it's a clear stepup for them and it does so by embracing the wildness of the series. We got Shredder again and he's feeling more like Shredder this time out. They bring in Tyler Perry to play Baxter Stockman and he's a blast, bringing the super nerdy ass to life. And while we may have Shredder and Stockman, the real villain is Krang and he is a damn delight. A big pink blob alien hanging out of a robot, they have fun with him and just fully embrace the Sci Fi. Alternate dimensions and warplanets and world domination are all part of the game. And if that wasn't enough, we get Bebop and Rocksteady. These bastards steal the show, the full personification of the newfound determination to be fun. They are fully bad dudes, but they have a blast doing it and are charming little idiots. You like them and their meathead antics. Almost every addition to this movie works.
Not everything works though. Megan Fox still isn't very good in the role. She isn't as annoying as she was in the last movie but still doesn't feel like a real character. She's just a checklist of heroic things needed to be done to help the turtles. Although it's funny that this is essentially the demotion in the Bay-verse after pissing him off after the Transformers movies fiasco. The real disappointment though is Stephen Amell as Casey Jones. It's a character I like but is not fully realized here. They make him a Corrections Officer and a meathead idiot. The character was never supposed to be a genius, but this is a completely different shading of doofus that doesn't fit. He comes off more like a bully in this, and a whiny one at that. I thought for a while that Amell was a good actor after a few seasons of Arrow, but the last few seasons of that and this has me convinced that he's just another pretty face snatched up by the CW who should just stay in his wheelhouse. It's a one note performance that is outshined by Megan Fox and 4 CGI Turtles.
This is not high art. It'll never be confused as such. The ambitions on display aren't as lofty as a Captain America: Civil War or Batman v Superman. But what it sets out to do is executed pretty damn well. There's some well done stuff regarding the Turtles relationships as a family and a team, mixed in with some decent stuff regarding their desire to fit in in the world. Funnily enough, this movie is more deserving of the title Secret of The Ooze than the actual movie with that title. It's a load of fun that will keep audiences smiling the whole time, with plenty of good hearted humor and thrilling action sequences that take full advantage of the property. By tapping into a sense of fun that brings out the kid in the viewer, it does something no other blockbuster has this year. It just has fun. Nothing more, nothing less. For that alone, even without my attachment to the characters, this will be a movie I revisit over time. A big rebound after the potentially disastrous prior entry, this is a rousing success that is sure to be a good time for all involved.


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Sarahah and Other Yik Yak Alternatives for Honest Anonymous Feedback
Anonymity is one of the internet's greatest offerings. You can easily mask your identity online, while still getting to do and say what you want to. This anonymity lends itself to more honesty, since there aren't repercussions.
A new social network has gone viral, which promises to let you get honest feedback. Now that anonymous app Yik Yak has shut down Yik Yak, the Anonymous Messaging App, Is Dead Yik Yak, the anonymous messaging app beloved and loathed on university campuses in equal measures, is no more. Will anyone miss Yik Yak? Probably not. Read More , this is a void that needs to be filled. Apps like Sarahah and some other alternatives can do just that.
Keep in mind, if you choose to use these apps, you are inviting people to comment about you. These comments might be harsh, and you need to know how to deal with cyberbullying What You Should Actually Do When Harassed Online The Internet has changed bullying. Let's take a look at what has changed, and what you can do if you find yourself on the receiving end of cyber harassment. Read More . Be cautious in using these apps, they're not for everyone.
1. Sarahah (Web, Android, iOS): The New Viral Social Network
Sarahah is a mini social network with the premise of letting you get honest feedback. To sign up, you'll need to add your email address and choose a unique name. You get to share this name with friends, it isn't publicly available. No account can be discovered by browsing or searching.
Once your friends are connected, they can send you messages anonymously. You won't know who the message came from, and you can't reply to it either. You can add some messages to your favorites though. And of course, if a friend shares their Sarahah handle, you can send them messages anonymously.
It might be a good idea to not share your account name publicly. This can lead to trolls and harassment online. In any case, you might want a few tips from celebrities to beat online trolls Beat the Bullies! How Celebrities React to Mean Tweets Twitter isn't always a land of love and kindness; sometimes things can get nasty. So, we've compiled a list of celebrities reacting to mean tweets, thus beating bullies at their own game. Read More .
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2. Sayat (Web): Anonymous Feedback, and You Can Reply Too [No Longer Available]
Sayat and Sarahah are similar, but Sayat offers a bit more. Like Sarahah, you can sign up in no time and get a unique URL. Share this URL, and anyone can write a comment that's sent to your account anonymously.
Sayat also lets you construct a specific question for your page. So instead of a generic "leave feedback for me", you can ask something like, "Which bad habit do I need to break?" This way, Sayat can be constructive.
The app also lets you send replies to whoever sent the message. This only works with registered Sayat users though. Still, the commenter stays anonymous like in Yik Yak Stay Anonymous Online With the 5 Hottest Yik Yak Alternatives If you miss the anonymity or the simplicity of the now-defunct Yik Yak, here are the best alternatives that you should check out. Read More . So you can have an honest conversation with a friend without them fearing repercussions.
Again, be cautious with this one. Sayat is part of a police investigation in a teen's suicide, since cyberbullying is suspected as one of the things that led to it.
3. 3sixty (Web): Best for Teams and Offices
Employees fear giving honest feedback because of repercussions. But managers want and need this honest feedback. 3sixty is the easy solution to this complex problem.
Both employees and managers can use this tool. Add your role, or add a question. Send it to three people to get their thoughts on it — the $5 pro version lets you send it to unlimited people. And yes, their responses are completely anonymous.
The impressive part is that 3sixty stores all the responses as data. So let's say you put your role as "Manager" with the objective of "creating a healthy team environment". Your team members can write their feedback here regularly. Over time, you will have an archive of all feedback about this one objective in one place. Using 3sixty is far easier than creating a free survey and collecting data with Excel How to Create a Free Survey and Collect Data with Excel Are you tired of having to manually collect and consolidate data, from various people, into your Excel spreadsheet? If so, chances are you have yet to discover Excel Survey. Read More .
4. Free Suggestion Box (Web): Multiple Anonymous Questions in One Place
In the real world, the most widely used mechanism for feedback is the suggestion box. Anyone can slip in a note with their ideas or complaints. Free Suggestion Box takes that idea online.
Create an account and then set up suggestion boxes. It's best to add a specific question, and create multiple boxes. Each box comes with its own URL. So while you have a central dashboard, you can send different questions to different people.
As with all the others here, Free Suggestion Box is completely anonymous. It's the best tool if you aren't interested in a social network feel, and just want to improve yourself with anonymous feedback from friends 5 Websites for Self Improvement With Some Anonymous Feedback From Friends The web lends itself quite well to anonymity. Visit a blog and you can rant or rave without disclosing your identity. Anonymous feedback (or any feedback) if constructive is a great tool for betterment of... Read More .
5. Tosify (Web): What Does Your Photo Say About You?
Tosify takes a different approach to anonymous feedback. It's all about photos here, so you can know what's the perfect online profile picture for you 5 Tips to Make a Great Profile Picture for More Likes and Followers There are plenty of suggestions from studies and photographers on how you can make a more presentable profile picture for Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, or any other network. Here are the best. Read More .
Take a photo, upload it to Tosify, and let your friends and followers vote. You can see the results in real time, and even read comments—all of which are anonymous. There is even a voting system so you can upload two photos, and let people say which one is better.
Let's face it, most of our friends are too nice to say anything about a bad photo. So give them an opportunity to share their opinions politely and nicely, with full anonymity.
Download: Tosify for Android (Free) | iOS [No Longer Available] (Free)
Are Sarahah and Sayat a Bad Thing?
Yes, being able to mask your identity lets you be more honest. And that honesty can lead to some wonderful things. But anonymity, especially online, is a double-edged sword. It can lead to some serious harassment too. On the other hand, we also have instances of people saying remarkably friendly things anonymously The (Remarkably Friendly) Things People Say Anonymously on Twitter People can now anonymously talk to their friends on Twitter – but what are they saying? We decided to find out. Read More .
What's your take on online anonymity, and apps like Sarahah or Satyat? Are they a force for positive change or do they end up being exercises in ego-stroking or cyber-bullying?
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Receptive aphasia, also known as Wernicke's aphasia, fluent aphasia, or sensory aphasia, is a type of aphasia in which people with the condition are unable to understand language in its written or spoken form, and even though they can speak with normal grammar, syntax, rate, and intonation, they cannot express themselves meaningfully using language. Wernicke's aphasia was named after Carl Wernicke who recognized this condition. [1] People with Wernicke's aphasia are typically unaware of how they are speaking and do not realize it may lack meaning. [2] Having a deficit and not knowing it exists or denying it exists is called anosognosia. People with Wernicke's Aphasia typically remain unaware of even their most profound language deficits. [3]
Receptive aphasia is not to be confused with Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.
Two cortical areas central for the understanding and production of language are Wernicke's area, and Broca's area. Wernicke's Area is located posterior to the lateral sulcus, typically in the left hemisphere, between the visual, auditory, and somesthetic areas of the cerebral cortex. A person with this aphasia speaks with normal prosody and intonation but uses random or invented words; leaves out key words; substitutes words or verb tenses, pronouns, or prepositions; and utters sentences that do not make sense. Therefore, their expressive language is devoid of any meaning. This is referred to as empty speech. Other symptoms can include a loss of verbal pragmatic skills and conversational turn-taking. As a result, these individuals often display logorrhea, a nonstop output of speech. [4] A person with this aphasia cannot understand the spoken words of others or read written words. Speech is preserved, but language content is incorrect. Substitutions of one word for another (paraphasias, e.g. "telephone" for "television") are common. Comprehension and repetition are poor.[citation needed]
Patients who recover from Wernicke's aphasia report that, while aphasic, they found the speech of others to be unintelligible. And, despite being cognizant of the fact that they were speaking, they could neither stop themselves nor understand their own words.[citation needed]
The ability to understand and repeat songs is usually unaffected, as these are processed by the opposite hemisphere[citation needed].
Patients also generally have no trouble purposefully reciting anything they have memorized[citation needed]. The ability to utter profanity is also left unaffected[citation needed], however the patient typically has no control over it, and may not even understand their own profanity.[citation needed]
Damage to the posterior portion of the left hemisphere's superior and middle temporal lobe or gyrus and the temporoparietal cortex can produce a lesion to Wernicke's area and may cause fluent aphasia, or Wernicke's aphasia[citation needed]. If Wernicke's area is damaged in the non-dominant hemisphere, the syndrome resulting will be sensory dysprosody[citation needed] — the inability to perceive the pitch, rhythm, and emotional tone of speech.
Patients who communicated using sign language before the onset of the aphasia experience analogous symptoms.[5]
Receptive aphasia is traditionally associated with neurological damage to Wernicke's area in the brain,[6] (Brodmann area 22, in the posterior part of the superior temporal gyrus of the dominant hemisphere). Since Wernicke's area is responsible for "reading, thinking of what to write, and processing information", that is where we see many of the deficits associated with damage to this area. [7] However, the key deficits of receptive aphasia do not come from damage to Wernicke's area;[6] instead, most of the core difficulties are proposed to come from damage to the medial temporal lobe and underlying white matter. Wernicke's aphasia results from damage in the posterior one-third of the superior gyrus of the temporal lobe of the left hemisphere. Damage in this area not only destroys local language regions but also cuts off most of the occipital, temporal, and parietal regions from the core language region.[8]
Treatment is difficult because of the anosognosia that the patient is experiencing with the aphasia.[9] For this reason, therapists often use a contextual approach which can increase speech comprehension from 2% to 90%.[10]
Luria's theory
Luria proposed that this type of aphasia has three characteristics.[11]
- 1) A deficit in the categorization of sounds. In order to hear and understand what is said, one must be able to recognize the different sounds of spoken language. For example, hearing the difference between bad and bed is easy for native English speakers. The Dutch language however, makes a much greater difference in pronunciation between these vowels, and therefore the Dutch have difficulties hearing the difference between them in English pronunciation. This problem is exactly what patients with Wernicke's aphasia have in their own language: they can't isolate significant sound characteristics and classify them into known meaningful systems.
- 2) A defect in speech. A patient with Wernicke's aphasia can and may speak a great deal, but he or she confuses sound characteristics, producing "word salad" in extreme cases: intelligible words that appear to be strung together randomly.
- 3) An impairment in writing. A person who cannot discern sounds cannot be expected to write.
See also
- Aphasia
- Expressive aphasia
- Schizophasia
- Conduction aphasia
- Logorrhea
- Agraphia
- Paragrammatism
- Transcortical sensory aphasia
- ^ Wernicke's APHASIA. Caspari, Isabelle LaPointe, Leonard L. , (2005).Aphasiaand related neurogenic language disorders (3rd ed.). , (pp. 142-154). New York, NY, US: Thieme New York, xix, 274 pp
- ^ ASHA: American Speech and Language Association http://www.asha.org/Practice-Portal/Clinical-Topics/Aphasia/Common-Classifications-of-Aphasia/
- ^ Manasco, M. Hunter. (2014). Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders. Jones and Bartlett Learning. Burlington, MA. Pg. 83
- ^ Manasco, Hunter. "The Aphasias". Introduction to Neurogenic Communcation Disorders. p. 93.
- ^ http://pages.slc.edu/~ebj/IM_97/Lecture10/L10.html
- ^ a b Kolb & Whishaw: Fundamentals of Human Neuropsychology (2003) page 505
- ^ http://www.theaphasiacenter.com/2012/01/what-is-wernickes-aphasia/
- ^ Kolb & Whishaw: Fundamentals of Human Neuropsychology (2003) page 506
- ^ http://www.theaphasiacenter.com/2012/01/what-is-wernickes-aphasia/
- ^ http://www.theaphasiacenter.com/2012/01/what-is-wernickes-aphasia/
- ^ Kolb & Whishaw: Fundamentals of Human Neuropsychology (2003), pages 503-504. The whole paragraph on Luria's theory is written with help of this reference.
Manasco, M. Hunter. (2014). Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders. Jones and Bartlett Learning. Burlington, MA. Pg. 83
Further reading
Klein, Stephen B., and Thorne. Biological Psychology. New York: Worth, 2007. Print. Saladin, Kenneth S. Anatomy & Physiology: the Unity of Form and Function. New York: McGraw-Hill Higher Education, 2010. Print.
External links
- Aphasia Center of California in Oakland, CA, U.S.


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text: UN chief: Hungary's refugee policy 'utterly appalling' Zeid Ra'ad al-Hussein, UN high commissioner for human rights, discusses the Balkan wars, Syria, and the refugee crisis. 26 Sep 2015 12:40 GMT Human Rights, United Nations, ISIS/ISIL, Middle East, Syria's War They are the worst crimes on earth - crimes against humanity, war crimes, and atrocities involving mass execution, rape, murder and torture. On this week's Talk to Al Jazeera our guest is the United Nations' most senior human rights official: the man who must document and protest about these and other abuses around the world. Zeid Ra'ad al-Hussein became the high commissioner for human rights last year and he is the first Muslim to hold this post. We cannot go back to a world of ethnically-pure states where somehow eugenics has a sort of role in this. We are far from that. The world has suffered enough from those sorts of rather reptilian policies. I say reptilian because they're rather primitive. We need a much more enlightened approach and I believe that Chancellor Merkel's position is one of great leadership and now the rest of Europe must also show a likewise generosity in keeping with the feelings of the people of Europe, which are not all xenophobic and anti-Muslim. Zeid Ra'ad al-Hussein, United Nations high commissioner for human rights In our interview on the UN's 70th anniversary, Al Jazeera's James Bays talks to Hussein about the state of global human rights. We focus on the war in Syria, the use of barrel bombs, the crimes of ISIL and the resulting refugee crisis in Europe. Hussein, who has been at the UN for 20 years, also discusses the Balkan wars. He talks about how the world woke up to the plight of Syrians with the heart-rending image of toddler Alan Kurdi, who drowned off the Turkish coast in early September. Hussein says there's a "mean-spiritedness" among politicians, particularly in Eastern Europe. He is highly critical of the Hungarian government's treatment of refugees. Police there have used tear gas and water cannon on refugees and the Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said his country does not welcome Muslims. "I find it utterly appalling, really, the reactions and the policies of the Hungarian government - a great surprise to me. "Next year we'll be celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Hungarian uprising and one has to recall that in the first nine weeks, 164,000 Hungarians fled Hungary to the neighbouring states, principally Austria and Yugoslavia; eventually 200,000 Hungarians were settled in 37 countries, and how can it be, 60 years later that the political leadership in Hungary seems to have forgotten this?" Hungary's stance is "inexcusable", says Hussein, "especially when contrasting this with the genuine generosity with many ordinary Hungarians who understand that these people are suffering people, by and large refugees, but even if they were not, if they were migrants, the conditions which led to departure doesn't mean that in any way they don't have human rights as well - the right to a dignified reception, the rights to counsel, the rights to health". Zeid Ra'ad al-Hussein has a unique perspective. He was formerly the ambassador to the UN for Jordan, a country directly caught up in the turmoil, and he served as president of the UN Security Council. Neither Iraq nor Syria still have a monarchy, but if they did, High Commissioner Zeid - also known as Prince Zeid - would be one of those in direct line to inherit the throne. We speak to Hussein about all this and more, on Talk to Al Jazeera. You can talk to Al Jazeera too. Join our Twitter conversation as we talk to world leaders and alternative voices shaping our times. You can also share your views and keep up to date with our latest interviews on Facebook . Source: Al Jazeera Tell us what you think


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viCloning is a sophisticated business tool that combines the power of an intelligent multi-channel virtual agent and intelligent chat to help companies reduce costs, increase sales and enhance customer experience.
It is a refined tool that learns from the answers you give to customers through the live chat to automatically build a knowledge base. The result is an automated chat software that can answer all of your customers' questions around the clock without human involvement.
Consumers like to get answers to their questions online for themselves; they actually prefer this means to other channels. All they ask is that you take online channels seriously - and keep their multi-channel experience consistent.
Did you know that only 1 in 10 consumers are completely happy with the customer service they receive?
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Children ages 4-9 with a caregiver are invited to join us Thursday, May 10 from 7:00-8:00 PM for an evening concert featuring local musicians, New Horizons. Experience the wonder of hearing music, learn about the joys of making music, and see different musical instruments. Refreshments will be served and each family will receive one book to take home. This program is funded by the Target Store Early Childhood Reading Grant and the Friends of the Canton Public Library. Registration begins April 26 at 9:00 AM.
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Crouton allows installing Ubuntu or Debian in a chroot environment on any Chromebook model, without removing Chrome OS.
You can read more about Crouton and installing Ubuntu on a Chromebook using it in an article I posted a while back: How To Install Ubuntu Linux On Any Chromebook Model Without Replacing Chrome OS (Crouton)
Crouton used to have a target which allowed easy Cinnamon installation, but that's no longer available. Installing Cinnamon desktop on a Chromebook using Crouton is still possible, and this article guides you through this process.
Cinnamon is a desktop environment that's derived from Gnome 3 but using a traditional desktop layout, being the main desktop environment of the Linux Mint distribution. Since Crouton doesn't support Linux Mint, Ubuntu 18.04 (Bionic Beaver) will be used as the Linux distribution on top of which we'll install Cinnamon desktop.
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As part of its public health workforce development efforts, Maine CDC and partner organizations have created a website for online public health training. If you want to learn more about public health, you can access one of the current training modules at: www.maine.gov/pht.
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On January 22, 2014, Barnes Dennig, along with US Bank and the US Department of Commerce, presented its first seminar exclusively pertaining to Mexico, "Doing Business in Mexico." Mexico, the 13th largest world economy, is an attractive place for US manufacturers to do business, whether it be simply exporting to Mexico or setting up a business there. It is the United States' 3rd largest trading partner, and with its vast, diverse markets, shared Western culture, and political stability, U.S.-Mexico trade continues to increase every year. And I would be remiss not to mention the benefits of NAFTA and the geographical closeness of the two countries.
Factors to Consider
Before taking business to Mexico, many factors must be considered. How do you want to enter? Maybe start small with exporting to Mexico. If you are already doing so, then you may be looking to further expand into Mexico. Weigh the advantages and disadvantages of the various entity structure options for setting up operations, such as a corporation or a limited liability entity; or perhaps consider setting up a branch or contracting with a shelter maquiladora to manufacture or assemble goods instead. Whether you are simply trading with or have a full operation located in Mexico, your business will be impacted by the risks of foreign exchange rates; consider managing that risk with hedging.
And don't forget to consider workforce issues. Although the stereotype is that Mexico has cheap labor, their employee benefits are quite different than those typical of a US workforce, and the higher-up the employee's position, the less differential there is between the wage of that person in Mexico vs. an employee in that same position in the US. In addition, extremely high turnover rates are common in Mexico, and thus employers experience higher costs of training and termination.
Mexican Tax Considerations
Whether you are ready to pursue setting up a business in Mexico or are already doing so, your business will be affected by the 2014 Mexican Tax Reform. Notable changes for 2014 include:
- Elimination of scheduled decreases to the corporate tax rate, keeping it at 30%
- Elimination of the flat tax (IETU) regime
- Broadening of the corporate tax base, including elimination of immediate depreciation and introduction of a limitation on deductible employee payroll and benefits expenses
- New 10% withholding tax on dividends
- New 8% excise tax imposed on flavored beverages and snacks
- Royalty taxes for mining companies went up dramatically
- Modifications to the definition of maquiladora and new limits imposed on them
For more information on Mexico's tax law changes or expanding your business to Mexico, contact us today.


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This was something I threw together when we were living in a hotel when we first arrived in Japan. I loved how easy it was and how the flavors of the ingredients really shone through. I didn't really season it at all because the ingredients I had access to were very limited, but the resulting soup was delicious so it was a blessing in disguise :)
If you are new to Clean Eating you may need to add some salt or curry powder or something. The longer you eat fresh, whole ingredients, the more your pallet adjusts to recognize the natural flavors of foods. But this takes a little while to happen so this may seem a bit bland. If you are not new to Clean Eating, you will be more than satisfied by the slight sweetness of the carrots, the tang of the lemon juice, and the creaminess of the broth. Yum!
- 1 tsp olive oil/coconut oil
- 1 small onion, peeled and chopped
- 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 3/4 lb red skinned potatoes, cleaned and chopped (I used a 12oz bag of frozen mini red potatoes because that's what they had at the minimart)
- 1 1/2 cups chicken/fish/vegetable broth
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 Mahi Mahi fillets, about 4 oz each (You could use chicken breast instead)
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 2 large handfuls of fresh spinach leaves
- Lemon juice
TWO: Add the broth and coconut milk, bring to a boil. Add the fish, cover, and simmer 10 minutes or until fish is cooked through and flakes easily. Remove fish from pot and set aside.
THREE: Add the edamame and spinach to the pot and simmer for a few minutes while you cut the fish into bite sized pieces. Stir the fish back into the soup, season with a little salt to taste, and garnish with a squirt of lemon juice.
Freeze leftovers in 1 cup portions using the medium/large portions method to feed your freezer stash. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Nutrition Info:
At first glance it may seem like this dish is high in saturated fat but it's mainly from the coconut milk which is, believe it or not, good for you. Read more about it HERE.
Per 1 cup serving - 311 Calories (192 Calories from Fat), 21g Total Fat, 17g Saturated Fat, 13mg Cholesterol, 192mg Sodium, 20g Total Carbohydrates, 5g Dietary Fiber, 6g Sugars, 13.5g Protein, 121% DV VitA, 26% DV VitC, 10% DV Calcium, 16% DV Iron
|Cook veggies then add in the liquid ingredients
|Add in the fish and cook through
|Stir in the spinach and edamame
|So easy you can feed a baby while making it ;)
Multitasking is essential while living with three little kids in a hotel room.


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I have been experimenting with oogoo a bit now and again over the past year or so and I thought I would report my experiences with it.
Oogoo is silicone caulk mixed with corn flour. Silicone caulk is activated by the moisture in the air which means it has a very long cure time unless it is used very thinly. Adding cornflour allows the moisture in the air to quickly penetrate the caulk even when it is inches thick resulting in a cure time of between 15 minutes to 2 hours depending on the ratios you use. More corn flour means a faster cure.
There are a lot of benefits to using oogoo instead of mould making silicone.
- Silicone caulk is very cheap. You can find tubes of it in budget shops for £1 to £2 for 300ml. Corn flour is even less expensive and increases the total volume of your material. Casting silicone can be about £10 for 300ml.
- Oogoo mixes to create a putty which makes the whole process very easy. You can press the oogoo around your model with your hands and it is pretty safe. Silicone caulk gives off acetic acid as it cures which is relatively harmless.
- The fact that it is a putty means there is no risk of bubbles.
- It is possible to hand model oogoo like Plasticine although the fast curing time does make things difficult. I have some examples below.
There are instances where a pourable liquid silicone would be more ideal for mould making. I have experimented with mixing white spirit with the oogoo to make it a liquid to some mixed results, but even when you get it right the resulting mould is probably always going to be too soft to use. I would definitely recommend buying proper mould making silicone if you need to pour it.
My first oogoo test was just a hand modelled doodle, and my default shape is generally something with 5 way symmetry. I tried mixing in pigment, and I believe in this case I used a small amount of Indian ink. It set very quickly using a roughly 1:1 ratio of caulk to flour. The centre the pointy bits around the edges and the ring in the centre were added from a second batch, and the ring in the middle was just a sausage bent around into a loop. It set much too quickly so there is a very visible join. I used caulk with no flour as a glue to bind the second batch to the first. The third batch I mixed in some purple acrylic ink to add some simple decoration. It's not the prettiest thing in the world, but it was mostly about testing the materials.
The result is completely opaque because Indian ink and Acrylic ink are very opaque mediums.
The second thing I tried was some basic casting. I pushed oogoo into some empty Rennies packets to try and get some nice smooth rounded square shapes. I wouldn't recommend that if you want perfect rounded squares because it was impossible to get out the little dents in the packet no matter how hard you pushed the oogoo in. I experimented with different pigments here again. Yellow food colouring, blue acrylic ink and I think some kind of food colouring that didn't have very strong pigment on the grey ones.
I arranged them on a sheet of plain oogoo. The result is very floppy. I could see potential here for designs for cosplay outfits, but it would be better to cast the whole thing as one sheet, and to make a really nice hand carved plaster mould rather than empty Rennie packets.
You can see the translucency of the oogoo when I hold it up to the window, and the difference between the opaque purple pigment and the transparent yellow pigment. I think there is potential for creating pieces to be stretched over light boxes.
These weren't designed to be pretty. It was more just a test of what can be done with oogoo.
I will talk about some more advanced experiments with oogoo that I tried later in my next post.


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Following are top five best practices I personally follow to assign story points to User Stories
So, rather to see my readers make the same mistakes, I have outlines the following so you can save yourself some trouble.
1. Using Wrong Values for Story Points
Story Points should be used in estimating work effort required to complete a task rather than m
Based on the priority and dependency, assign user stories to a Sprint totaling upto the capaci
Hour based estimation is a low-level calculation used to represent the actual amount of work in man hours required to complete a user story.
Calculating Story Points for User Stories is not simple or straight forward since the estimates depend on the complexity, not the amount of work.
I have been asked many times why not to use linear sequence.
A User Story creates a simplified description of a software development requirement. The user story describes the type of user, what the user wants, and why.
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Congressman Fred Upton is among those sounding the alarm over President Trump's decision to pull U.S. troops out of Syria. Upton told WHTC Tuesday morning the Kurds are in danger of being wiped out by Turkey with no U.S. there to deter that country.
"We don't have that big of a presence there in Syria," Upton said. "Even the president said last night it's about 50 troops or so, maybe 100. But at the same time, because of their presence, they have been protecting the Kurds, who have been leaders against ISIS."
Upton said the Kurds have thousands of ISIS fighters in a prison within their territory. Not only does that spell trouble, but he says they are in danger themselves.
"It just opens them up, and some reports are Turkey will be attacking them within 12 to 24 hours from now, so it's a grave mistake."
Upton says that's why leaders like Liz Cheney, Lindsey Graham, and Mitch McConnell "are just aghast at this surprise move." He says the U.S. leaving Syria puts a dagger in the back of the Kurds.


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Starr Hill Introduces Front Row, A New Year-Round Golden Ale
Presented by Starr Hill Brewery
For a craft beer fan, there is really nothing more enjoyable than listening to great live music outdoors and enjoying a refreshing and sessionable craft beer. That's why, in true Starr Hill fashion, the Virginia-based craft brewery is releasing its new Front Row Golden Ale just in time for the coming warmer months.
"Front Row Golden Ale is a great beer for hot days as a crisper, cleaner, and more refreshing alternative to an IPA," Jack Goodall, Starr Hill's Marketing Manager, explains. "But, almost more importantly, Front Row is an homage to our roots."
Starr Hill Brewery, founded in 1999 by Mark Thompson, began at the former location of Blue Ridge Brewing Co., Virginia's first craft brewing operation. Thompson turned the historic storefront on Charlottesville's Main Street into a bustling brewery once again with the Starr Hill Music Hall. Offering live music and local craft beer from 1999-2005 was the mission. Outgrowing that original space led to a brewery expansion with a taproom in Crozet, Virginia; however, the live music stage was not left behind. The Crozet taproom offers live music every weekend and pulls acts from Virginia, North Carolina, and beyond. It was here that Starr Hill became the first production craft brewery in Virginia, focused on shipping beer around Virginia and beyond.
Ensuring its connection to live music, Starr Hill's beers can be found in every major music venue in Virginia. This includes Wolf Trap (NoVA/D.C.), The National (RVA), The Jefferson and Sprint Pavilion (Charlottesville), NorVA and Portsmouth Pavilion (Norfolk), and more. Bonnaroo and FloydFest-goers have even had the privilege of drinking Starr Hill beer since the very first concerts in 2002. So, it was only a matter of time before they created a second flagship beer, paired alongside Northern Lights IPA, and gave it a strong music-centric name that also encourages the drinker to treasure life's incredible moments.
"The name Front Row not only comes from the music connection, but a celebration of savoring life's moments in-person and sharing the experience with others," says Goodall. "[It] could be a concert, a sports game or just hanging with friends—just being present and doing what you love [is] what matters."
Coming in at 4.9% ABV, Goodall sees the Front Row Golden Ale as an approachable gateway beer for those who are not huge craft fans, but a quality beer that craft fans can appreciate, since it's not too hoppy or sweet.
"Similar to a blonde ale or Kölsch, golden ales are currently the fastest growing style in the industry," Goodall states. "Our Front Row Golden Ale is a single Cascade hop beer with pilsner, caramel, and honey malts with oats. It is very balanced and light, yet still full of flavor."
"We originally brewed this Golden Ale for the summer music festival season last year, and it just took off," says Robbie O'Cain, brewmaster at Starr Hill. "Front Row is a classic, approachable beer that we're really excited to share."
Rolling out now on draft in all markets Starr Hill currently serves (Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Washington D.C.), Front Row Golden Ale will be the first largely distributed Virginia-brewed Golden Ale, and available in 16-ounce cans and 12-ounce bottles starting in March. The Boombox, an eight-pack of cans, will contain four Front Row Golden Ales and four Northern Lights IPAs. Once released, Front Row Golden Ale will be a year-round offering from Starr Hill.
To kick-off its new flagship beer release and just in time for summer music festival season, Starr Hill plans to sell Front Row Golden Ale in every Virginia music venue. The brewery has also launched a Golden Ticket giveaway. By answering the question "Where's your #FrontRow?" with a photo, craft beer fans can enter to win $50 Stubhub gift cards or the grand prize, a Front Row Tour Pack, which includes all the road trip essentials, like a GoPro, Hydroflask growler, festival blanket, Starr Hill swag, and a $250 Stubhub gift card, all valued at $1,000. Fourteen $50 Stubhub gift cards will be given away every other week with the grand prize drawing this summer. Contestants can enter at starrhill.com/golden-ticket and by tagging Starr Hill for a chance to win.
Sara Pletcher is the conference operations manager at Zephyr Conferences, the brainchild behind beer, wine, and food conferences for bloggers and industry professionals. Sara drank her first craft beer in 2009 and, therefore, naturally wrote her master's thesis on the Delaware craft beer industry. She's excited to finally put her passion to good work.


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Very roughly halfway between the Wahkeena trail junction and the high water trail junction on the Larch Mtn trail is an old washout that had repair work done a few months ago, installing gabions (I think that's the right word) and cutting back into the hillside to widen the trail where the washout had narrowed it.
The hillside above has now slid down across the trail.
I first came across it a week ago, then had another look today. In some ways it's better today--it looks like someone has made an effort to clear the rocks and debris as much as they could (actually just had another look through the photos, and they cleared it up a lot). But it's also worse, because the last bit of trail on the far/uphill side of the damage is only about a boot-width wide, has nothing supporting it (ie it's past the gabions), and is starting to crumble. And if you're coming uphill, this isn't clear until you're on top of it.
I did try to take some pictures, but you can't really make anything out in them. I'll see if I can tweak them a bit.
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The Easy Guide to Google Chrome
Google's Chrome is now the biggest browser in the world, with half the world using it as their default browser. But that doesn't mean everyone is using it right. There is a lot more to Chrome than meets the eye.
This guide looks at the fundamentals of Google Chrome and the advantages you get when you use its features well. It is meant for the beginner who wants to explore what the world's most popular web browser is all about.
So, let's answer this first…
What Is Google Chrome?
Let's get down to brass tacks. Google Chrome is a browser made by Google and offered as a free download for desktop and mobile devices. In this article, we will be talking about the desktop version, but it's important to know about mobile to sync devices and access data Stay in Sync: Access All Your Browser Data From Any Device How can you make the process of switching devices more efficient, so that you can easily pick up where you left off? Read More .
Chrome is also the name of Google's desktop operating system. It's what you'll find on Chromebooks, or you can even install it yourself. But Chrome OS is completely different from the Chrome browser.
Contrary to popular opinion, Google Chrome is not open source. It's simply freeware Open Source vs. Free Software: What's the Difference and Why Does It Matter? Many assume "open source" and "free software" mean the same thing but that's not true. It's in your best interest to know what the differences are. Read More . That said, Google released the source code it made Chrome from as a different open-source project called Chromium.
What's the Difference Between Chrome and Chromium?
Chrome is Google's end-product browser, complete with Google tools and services. Chromium is the open-source code that Chrome is based on. Chromium is also the name of the browser made with that open-source code.
In a nutshell, Google took Chromium and added more features to make Chrome. For example, Google loaded proprietary codecs like MP3 and H.264, added Flash, and has Google features like Translate and PDF viewer. With Chromium, you'll need to manually add all those plug-ins.
But all things considered, the difference is minor. You can easily use Chromium instead of Chrome without ever realizing the difference.
What are the Advantages of Chrome?
So what has got so many people using Chrome instead of other browsers? There are a few advantages that set Chrome apart from the rest.
- Speed and Performance: In our mega comparison of popular browsers, Chrome was objectively the fastest. True to form, Chrome is also primed for new web technologies like HTML5.
- Fast Startup: When you click the browser icon, the Chrome browser starts almost instantly. With other browsers, you'll likely have to wait a few seconds.
- Security: Chrome treats each tab as a separate process so that a crash in one tab doesn't bring down the whole browser. Plus, the whole browser is sandboxed, so malware can't affect your computer unless you actively click on it.
- Extensions: Since it's the biggest browser, developers like to make extensions for Chrome. And that has led to a massive extension library The Best Chrome Extensions A list of only the best extensions for Google Chrome, including suggestions from our readers. Read More , which can add almost any feature you want.
The Google Advantage
Since it's made by Google, Chrome offers a few Google features that make it amazing. Having access to these Google services as part of the built-in browser experience is a convenience that's hard to explain.
- Chromecast: If you have a Chromecast, then know that Google Chrome is the only browser to support it. You can cast a video you're watching, the entire browser window, or your whole computer screen. This feature alone is enough to trap you in Chrome forever I Hate Google Chrome But I'm Trapped In It. Here's Why In the Chrome vs. Firefox war, I'm siding with the Google users. But I don't want to. Chrome is my browser of choice because it has features that I can't live without. Read More .
- Translate: Google Translate is amazing, but having it as a part of the browser makes it even better. When you visit a page that has a foreign language, Chrome will automatically translate it for you. It's like magic.
- Chrome Remote Desktop: Google has made a free Remote Desktop application How to Use Chrome Remote Desktop to Control Your PC From Anywhere Here's a walkthrough on how to use Chrome Remote Desktop to connect to your computer and control it no matter where you are. Read More that works inside Chrome. With this, you can access your PC from anywhere, as long as you have Chrome running on it.
The Problems with Chrome
Not everything is hunky-dory though. Even though Chrome has so much to offer, it is also guilty of some missteps.
- RAM and CPU Hog: It's the one problem that Chrome's developers haven't been able to fix. The browser uses too much RAM and CPU resources, bringing your computer down to a crawl. You'll need to manage Chrome's RAM usage How to Reduce Google Chrome's Memory Usage and Free Up RAM Is Chrome using too much memory? Our tips will limit and reduce Chrome's memory usage to free up RAM. Read More to free up memory.
- Battery Drainer: Out of all the browsers, Chrome consumes the most amount of battery. Your laptop will be out of power sooner if you use Chrome than Edge, Safari, or Firefox.
- Privacy Nightmare: Chrome publicly says it sends your usage data to Google servers. And there might be some other personal data going with it too. You should already be concerned about what Google knows about you What Does Google Know About You? Find Out and Manage Your Privacy and Security For the first time, search giant Google is offering a way for you to check the information it has about you, how it is gathering that data, and new tools to start reclaiming your privacy. Read More , and Chrome only adds to that.
Still, don't let those problems bring you down. There are ways to bypass them. Chrome is a customizable browser, and its arsenal of extensions will let you make Chrome behave the way you want.
How to Install Google Chrome
The first step, of course, is to install the latest version of Google Chrome on your Windows, Mac, or Linux computer. Google updates Chrome often, so to get the latest…
- Go to www.google.com/chrome
- Click the Download Chrome button
- In the pop-up dialog that follows, click Accept and Install
This will start a file download. Once the file is downloaded, run it and follow the instructions to install it. For any queries, refer to the installer's Chrome help page.
Get the Full Chrome Installer for Windows
On Windows, the above method will download a small, partial installation file. Run it to begin installation, during which it downloads the full version of Chrome.
However, you can also download the full version from the start. This full, offline installer is easier if you don't want to download Chrome every time, or on every computer you want to install it on. To get this, go to Chrome's offline installer mini-site and follow the same method as above. This time, you'll get the full installer, not the partial one.
How to Setup Google Chrome
Before you launch Google Chrome, make sure you already have a Google account. If not, create one at gmail.com.
When you run Chrome, this is the first screen you will see. Sign in with your Google account.
As Chrome says, your bookmarks, history, passwords, and settings will be synced to your Google account. So, Chrome will have the same data on your personal computer, office computer, and your phone or tablet.
Start Using the Browser
You are now ready to start using Chrome. Let's figure out the different elements of the web browser.
Tabs are the most important part of a browser. Each tab displays a link. Chrome's tabs appear at the top of the browser, like so:
You can create a new tab by clicking the small icon next to the last tab. You can also go to Menu > New Tab or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+T or Command+T.
Under the tabs is a single bar, for both your searches as well as to go to sites. It's called the Omnibox 11 Quick Tricks To Become A Chrome Omnibox Power User Do you want to become an Omnibox power user and save plenty of time and keystrokes? All you need are a few good extensions and a little knowledge of how to tweak the search settings.... Read More . By default, it uses Google Search, but you can change this in settings. You can also type in a website address and press Enter to visit the site directly.
Next to the Omnibox, you'll see the Menu icon. It looks like three vertical dots. Click it to see the full Chrome Menu.
New Window
You can also have two separate Chrome windows running simultaneously. Each window will have their own set of tabs in it.
To start a new window, go to Menu > New Window. You can also use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+N or Command+N.
Startup or New Tab Page
When you start Chrome or open a new tab, the default page looks like this:
You get the Google logo, a Google search bar, and eight thumbnails of your most visited websites. In settings, you can change this to show the last tabs you had open.
Incognito Mode
Incognito Mode is an anonymous version of Chrome. It launches as a separate window. Incognito Mode does not have your Google account and doesn't save your passwords, history, or bookmarks.
You can launch an Incognito Window by going to Menu > New Incognito Window. You can also use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Shift+N or Command+Shift+N.
The idea is to have a browser that doesn't track you online. So an incognito window is an efficient way to protect your privacy and security. But keep in mind, it's not foolproof 4 Things to Keep in Mind When You Go Incognito Online Incognito Mode (or private browsing in general) may not be as safe as you think it is. Here are some important things to keep in mind before the next time you do. Read More .
Bookmarks and Bookmarks Bar
You can save any link for later by bookmarking it. To bookmark a page you are on, click the heart icon in the Omnibox. You can also bookmark by pressing Ctrl+D or Command+D.
It's a good idea to move your most commonly used bookmarks to the bookmarks bar. This bar can be always visible under the Omnibox or show up only on the New Tab page. To toggle the view, go to Menu > Bookmarks > Show/Hide Bookmarks Bar or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Shift+B or Command+Shift+B.
To organize your bookmarks, go to Menu > Bookmarks > Bookmark Manager, or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Alt+B or Command+Alt+B. You can create folders and catalog your bookmarks around as needed. For advanced organization, use some of our best bookmark management tricks Creative Ways You Need to Try to Organize Your Bookmarks But, what really is the best way to save and organize bookmarks? Here are a few creative ways to do so, depending on your style and browser use. Read More .
History is a record of all the pages you have visited. This way, you can quickly find a link whose tab you closed.
To access history, go to Menu > History > History, or access one of your recently closed tabs from the rollover. There's also the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Y or Command+Y.
In the history tab, you'll see your device's entire history, sorted by date. There's a handy search bar too. Type in "Makeuseof" and you'll see all the MakeUseOf pages you have visited.
And in case you saw the link on your phone, click Tabs From Other Devices. You'll find it in there.
The Downloads pane lists all the files you have downloaded from the internet. You can bring it up through Menu > Downloads or the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+J or Command+Shift+J.
By default, Chrome uses the computer's designated default Downloads folder. You can set a custom folder in Chrome's settings.
In the Omnibox, go to "chrome://settings/downloads" (without the quotes and without an HTTP prefix). Click Change in Location to set the folder you want. You can also ask Chrome to ask where to save each file before downloading.
People and Guest Mode
One Chrome installation can be used with different accounts, in case you share a computer or have multiple Google accounts. In the top-right corner, above the Menu icon, you'll see your name. Click it to reveal the People menu.
To set up another account, go to People > Manage People > Add Person. Choose an avatar (or leave it blank to fetch your Google profile picture) and sign in with your Google account.
If you are handing over your computer to a friend, switch to People > Guest. Guest mode is a blank profile for temporary usage Guest Mode vs. Incognito Mode in Google Chrome: What's the Difference? What are the differences between incognito and guest modes in Google Chrome? Learn more about what these modes are for. Read More . It doesn't save history, can't use extensions, and can't access any information from the main user.
Optimize the Settings
You can access Chrome's Settings through Menu > Settings. This is where you can tweak almost any aspect of Chrome that you want. Here are a few examples of what you can do.
- Settings > Appearance: Change the theme, toggle the Home button, change the font and the font size.
- Settings > Search Engine: Choose the default search engine, and manage other search engines you can use. And you can even create custom search engines Custom Search Engines in Google Chrome: Essential Tips and Tricks You can create custom search engines to search any website from Chrome's address bar. Here's how you can make that happen. Read More .
- Settings > Privacy and Security: Activate "Do Not Track", protect from dangerous sites, clear browsing data.
- Settings > Passwords and Forms: Save and manage passwords for websites, add your personal information to fill forms quickly. But this isn't safe and we recommend using LastPass to secure your passwords The Complete Guide to Simplifying and Securing Your Life with LastPass and Xmarks While the cloud means you can easily access your important information wherever you are, it also means that you have a lot of passwords to keep track of. That's why LastPass was created. Read More .
- Settings > System: Use hardware acceleration when available, set up a proxy.
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The Universe of Chrome Extensions
Extensions set Chrome apart from all other browsers today. It has the largest extension library, that alone is reason enough to use Chrome. There are also some exclusive Google-made extensions The Best Chrome Extensions Made by Google Who better to provide Chrome extensions than Google? Play it safe with a trusted source. Here are the best homemade Chrome browser addons. Read More that you should check out.
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Finding and installing an extension in Google Chrome is simple. Chrome only accepts extensions from the Chrome Web Store and doesn't allow third-party extensions.
- Go to the Chrome Web Store.
- Browse or search for an extension, and click on it.
- Click the blue Add To Chrome button.
- Click Add Extension when the popup asks you to.
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Extension icons show up between the Omnibox and the menu icon. Left-click any icon to activate the extension. Click and hold, then drag the icon to change its position in the bar. Right-click any icon to see the extension's options.
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In the Extensions tab, you can see all the add-ons you have installed. You can enable or disable an extension, remote it from Chrome, see what permissions it requires, and look up other details. Some extensions offer advanced options, which you can access here.
Best Chrome Features to Use and Master
Now that you know everything in Chrome, it's time to use it like a pro. There are a few built-in features you need to master.
Pin Tab
You can "pin" tabs that you want to keep open. Pinned tabs are moved to the start of the tabs bar, and only show the site's favicon or logo. A pinned tab also can't be closed, you need to unpin it before that; which means you won't accidentally shut it.
To pin a tab, right-click on a regular tab and choose Pin Tab. Alternately, right-click the tab and press P.
To unpin a tab, right-click on a pinned tab and choose Unpin Tab. Alternately, right-click the tab and press U.
Reopen Closed Tab
Accidentally closed a tab? Don't worry, you can reopen it. Chrome has a built-in mechanism to undo your mistakes.
To reopen a closed tab, right-click on the tab bar and choose Reopen Closed Tab. You can also use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Shift+T or Command+Shift+T.
Chrome remembers your browsing history in a session. So keep pressing the shortcut and it will keep opening the tabs you closed, in chronological order.
Mute Tab
Chrome shows which tab is playing audio by adding a speaker icon to that tab. And you can quickly mute or unmute that tab by clicking the icon.
Alternately, you can also right-click the tab and choose Mute Tab or Unmute Tab.
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Task Manager
Each tab and extension of Chrome runs as a separate process. And Chrome includes a built-in task manager to know which process is taking up too many resources.
The Chrome Task Manager shows all the running processes, and how much memory or CPU is being used. It also shows how much network bandwidth any process is taking.
To start Task Manager, go to Menu > More Tools > Task Manager. On Windows, Linux, and Chrome OS, you can also use the shortcut Shift+Esc. There is no keyboard shortcut for Mac.
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Chrome lets you cast a video you are watching on a Chromecast-supported site, like YouTube or Netflix. You can also cast the entire tab to your TV, or cast your entire computer screen.
To activate Chromecast, click the Cast icon next to the Omnibox, or go to Menu > Cast. The Cast pop-up will ask you to select the device to cast to.
Click the dropdown arrow to choose whether to cast a video, a tab, or your whole desktop.
Master Keyboard Shortcuts for Speed
Like any good app, Chrome has several shortcuts for keyboard warriors. It would be too long an article to list them all here, so here are some of the more important ones 15 Essential Chrome Shortcuts That Everyone Should Be Using The key to having a good time with Google Chrome is learning all of the essential keyboard shortcuts that will make your life easier. Read More . The Mac versions of these and other shortcuts are found on Chrome's full list of keyboard shortcuts.
- Home: Scroll to the top of the page.
- End: Scroll to the bottom of the page.
- F5: Refresh the current tab.
- Alt + F5: Refresh all open tabs.
- Alt + Left: Go to the previous page.
- Alt + Right: Go to next page.
- Ctrl + D: Bookmark the current page.
- Ctrl + F: Search for text on the current page.
- Ctrl + J: Open the Downloads manager.
- Ctrl + T: Open a new tab.
- Ctrl + W: Close the current tab.
- Ctrl + Shift + T: Reopen the last closed tab.
- Ctrl + Shift + N: Open a new Incognito Window.
- Ctrl + Shift + Delete: Clear history, cache, cookies, downloads, passwords, and other data.
- Shift + Escape: Open the built-in Task Manager.
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I wasn't able to attend ETS or SBL this year so I missed the shootout.
It would be very helpful if a tutorial for how Logos 4 solved the five problems of the shootout could be posted.
Those problems were:
They DID this?!? Awesome and amazing. I'm totally going to ETS next year. I want to see a youtube clip of that!
One of the things that I read is that one of the other vendors had a handout which they gave to participants on how to solve these five problems. I would love to get my hands on it, as well as I would sure like it if Logos would do handouts as well (and post them) so that we can track these shootouts.
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I wasn't able to attend ETS or SBL this year so I missed the shootout.
It would be very helpful if a tutorial for how Logos 4 solved the five problems of the shootout could be posted.
Those problems were:
Give the parsing of a word and its meaning from a standard source.
Show all the occurrences of a word in the NT and LXX and show the Hebrew word which corresponds with the Greek in the LXX (if there is a correspondence).
Find all the occurrences of οἰ δὲ in Matthew's gospel followed by a finite verb within the clause.
I want to study a part of speech, e. g., demonstrative pronouns or interjections. How do I get all of the lemmas for that part of speech, get all the occurrences of those lemmas, and the results organized in such a way that I could write an article/monograph on that part of speech from the data?
I want to study the inflections of the Hebrew middle weak verb, and I want to see what the range of possible variations are for each of the conjugations (perfect, imperative, etc.) person, number, gender, stem. This means I need to find all the middle weak verbs, find all their occurrences, and organize them in such a way that the variation of their inflections are immediately apparent. The goal of the data organization would be to allow me to write an article about the variations of the Hebrew middle weak verb.
That should be a piece of cake in Logos (perhaps "More than Cake").
יְמֵי־שְׁנוֹתֵינוּ בָהֶם שִׁבְעִים שָׁנָה וְאִם בִּגְבוּרֹת שְׁמוֹנִים שָׁנָה וְרָהְבָּם עָמָל וָאָוֶן
Excellent post from Michael Heiser on the Shootout:
This is a must read article for anyone comparing the higher end search capabilities of Accordance, Bibleworks, and Logos.
From Michael's article:
"Those who attended the shootout know that all the platforms can return search results in useful ways. I would suggest that Logos 4's new datasheet is by far the most flexible and useful way this is done. When I get back to the office, I'll create a video of it and update this post. Basically, the datasheet is a spreadsheet on steroids with drag and drop functionality, where any column of data can be moved and hierarchicalized at will (and also sorted). In my view, this is the single best improvement for the scholar in Logos 4. It's a powerful solution to a problem Logos has had with displaying the abundance of data in our databases. And when you use it for the results of syntax searches (which incorporates morphology), there's just nothing like it on the planet."
Amen! I agree. The datasheet is truly a game changer for me. As this feature is refined and tweaked, it will prove to be single most significant improvement for those whose primary work is in the original languages.
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Excellent post from Michael Heiser on the Shootout:
This is a must read article for anyone comparing the higher end search capabilities of Accordance, Bibleworks, and Logos.
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I was wondering the same thing. Logos, could be get a .pdf, youtube vidoe, or some step-by-step guide to solving those problems. It would be a great training tutorial and I at least would be very interested.


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I think of myself primarily as a musician who happens to play drums. My aim is be as adaptable as possible in any situation, studio or live, and as musical and as possible. I come from a jazz-based background which informs how I play generally. I'm also well-versed in harmony and chord structure and have done a fair bit of composing. I've also engineered my drums on a number of recordings.


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You guys how is it already the week of Christmas? Well things are gonna get busy for all of us in the next couple of weeks so I thought I would take this opportunity to post a little update.
I've been hard at work on my latest batch of online classes for 2015. This is actually the first time in a few years that I took a couple months off in the fall from creating online classes so I could actually have a little more time for other projects. But now it I am back and I have four new classes for the beginning of 2015 in the SHOP that I am really excited about. And since I love to offer a sale, all of the new online classes (including the season pass) are all marked down $10 off until January 12th!
Live FEBRUARY 2, 2015 $50.00
For the last few years, I've had a requests to offer a class on growing a creative business and to be honest I've been a little resistant. I really wasn't sure if there was any information I could offer that is different from everything else out there. But after my Art of Blogging online class went live, I received lots more requests, then I had a lot of conversations with fellow creatives which inspired a lot of brainstorming and I decided go ahead and offer my unique perspective and approach on growing and running a creative business.
I can't remember a time in my life without art and around age 7, it was pretty clear that when I grew up I wanted to be an artist and my parents supported this endeavor my entire life. By the time high school hit, I had already been selling and showing my work. I went on to college to study painting and printmaking, grew my creative resume, continued showing my work and bounced from creative jobs and projects. Insert 15 more years of juggling a day job with making, selling art and teaching workshops and here I am today successfully working for myself as an artist. I've had tons of experiences, lots of ups and downs and learned some amazing lessons. While I am not an expert, I am a determined gal who has spent over 20 years chasing after the dream of being a self employed artist and I have A LOT of knowledge to share.
In my opinion, there is no magic formula for growing a creative business, in fact there is all kinds of free information that you can access online. I am not going promise you the secret to success in this class. Instead I want to share with you what has worked for me. It has been a long (sometimes painful) 20 year journey with just as much failure as success. I've tried just about everything in the creative world- from working and showing at galleries, to framing art, to teaching at retreats, to selling at craft shows, to freelance, to design and more. I was always searching for a big break and it never came but through it all I was loyal to my love and passion for art. Slowly my creative business grew into something that today supports our family.
In this class I share as much information as I can- everything from defining who you are, insight on creative professions, branding, marketing, blogging, managing finances, how to deal with failure and rejection, how to grow and handle growth and so much more. Again, I am not an expert, I am simply an artist whose had a lot of experience finding her way and I am excited to share my story, my knowledge, my success and failure. So if you are looking for the inspiration to jump start your creative goals in 2015, this is the class for you!
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Live MARCH 16, 2015 $30.00
I spend A LOT of time sketching but I probably spend just as much time working in an art journal. For me there is really a fine line between an art journal and a sketchbook. For my sketching process I limit my supplies- But when I work in my art journal, I explore all kinds of mixed media techniques like painting, collage, sewing (with paper), stamping, doodling, drawing and printmaking. My art journal is a small and accessible place for me to practice, explore and brainstorm all kinds of techniques.
In this class I will be sharing some of my favorite simple art journal techniques that anyone, any age or any level will be able to create. From using everyday things to incorporating photography to doodling to painting pages to printmaking to stamping and more, I have gathered up my favorite ways to fill an art journal.
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Live APRIL 20, 2015 $30.00
I've taken my popular 2 day live retreat You, Me & the Sea and turned it into a mini online class. So for all you land locked readers looking for a little inspiration from the beach...I am bringing the beach to you!
I will be using my world on the Oregon Coast as the inspiration and subject matter for a variety of lessons, prompts, drawing, watercolor and art journaling techniques. We will absorb the colors, materials and treasures of the landscape and turn them into art. I will share a variety of drawing, watercolor, photography and art journal techniques that can be used at the beach or in any setting. I will share my own photography, shell collections, knowledge, stories and experiences from my life growing up at the beach. My goal is to immerse you in the natural wonders of the sea.
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Live JUNE 1, 2015 $30.00
It takes time and practice to get comfortable with drawing, sketching and even doodling. And there is nothing more important than practice- lots and lots of practice! I've put together this fun little class for those of you looking for accessible and simple ways to practice your drawing skills.
Draw With Me is a mini class structured in 30 small but inspiring posts. The concept is that you have one simple idea, prompt or technique to work through each day for 30 days. I will be sharing all kinds of drawing, sketching and doodling exercises to get you inspired and comfortable drawing.
Important Note- those of you who have taken my sketching classes or my 30 prompt classes, this class will have new information and will NOT repeat specific prompts from past classes (in case you were wondering).
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Just a reminder that I will be teaching for Life Book 2015! Life Book 2015 is a year- long online course featuring 26 different teachers with 26 different perspectives on the creative process. The class is packed is packed with lessons, inspiration and a vibrant community of artists from all over the world.
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It is 8 am and I'm somewhere between Santa Fe and Denver. Today will be a rest day for me because I am feeling exhausted and my back is aching. One of the most important aspects of training is listening when my body tells me to stop!
Since there will be no workout logged today, I'm making a list (another favorite traveling pastime)
•Running shoes – They are almost always on my feet because they take up the most space if packed.
•Water bottle (Earthlust, 13oz) – I like to have water with me at all times and hate buying bottled water. I generally end up gulping whatever is in the bottle before security, then refilling it before boarding. Staying hydrated is one of the best ways to maintain good health on dry airplanes.
•Barley green (Nikken jade greenzymes travel packs) and Tea bags (jasmine green tea) – The health benefits to both are numerous. I've recently added a travel mug to my tea stash so I don't have to use to-go cups anymore.
•Inflatable travel pillow – I stash Earplugs and a tea bag in the case for each flight. Noise cancelling headphones and an eye mask are essential for red-eyes.
•Sunglasses, Running hat (or stocking cap), Sunscreen – Even on cloudy days, the rays can damage skin. My polarized shades are necessary to reduce strain so I can focus on all those little black notes come rehearsal time.
•YMCA membership card and Combination lock – I love my gym membership and frequently use the "away" privledges.
•Workout clothes (and swimsuit) – I pack layerable items of thin, wicking fabric, which are not only small to pack but dry quickly after hand washing. I try to get a sense of the workout conditions before arriving somewhere… outdoor temp, hotel gym facilities or neighborhood, nearby YMCA, etc.
•Watch or Armband for iPhone – Sometimes I travel with my heartrate monitor strap but often just the watch. The other option is bringing along my phone for music and GPS. One cool free app I've found is MapMyRun. It's tends to work best in less crowded areas and will show distance, speed and route.
This seems like way more than necessary and I don't consider it "traveling light". That said, I packed for 10 days with temperatures from 30-70 degrees. It all fit with my music stand, performance gowns and regular clothes in my carry-on suitcase!


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The decision in the Jon Jones vs. Alexander Gustafsson main event at UFC 165 has the MMA world buzzing.
Jones won by unanimous decision, but many fans and cageside observers believe the fight could have gone either way.
MMA is still a relatively new sport and the reaction to the decision is likely fueled by a generation of MMA spectators experiencing big-time controversial decisions for the first time. As the sport of MMA establishes deeper roots in the sports culture, and as fans develop a greater long-range understanding of the sport's nuances and idiosyncrasies, decisions like the one with the Jones and Gustafsson fight will be more understandable.
MMA's sister-sport, boxing has a rich history of arguably even more debatable decisions. Here's a look at some that have sparked wide-ranging responses from fight fans:
Oscar De La Hoya vs. Felix "Tito" Trinidad
The "Golden Boy" dominated Trinidad in what at the time was a dream match between two pound-for-pound greats. Trinidad was the favorite going into the fight. De La Hoya shocked many with his angles, foot speed and power-punching for the first nine rounds of the fight. Then De La Hoya decided to coast.
Thinking he had the fight in the bag, De La Hoya danced the last four rounds, and Trinidad probably won those frames. The judges scored the fight 114-114, and 115-113, 115-114 for Trinidad. The close rounds mattered and judges typically remember the aggressiveness of a fighter in the later rounds.
De La Hoya never recovered from the loss, and it was just the first of two controversial decisions he was on the losing side of.
Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Marvelous Marvin Hagler
Hagler at the time was the undisputed middleweight champion of the world, taking on Leonard, who was coming out of retirement after suffering a detached retina. Leonard was lured by the public and a big pay day to fight Hagler, who at the time was untouchable. He had knocked out Thomas "Hitman" Hearns, John "The Beast" Mugabi and other heavy hitters, and most figured Hagler would KO or easily defeat Leonard by decision.
The judges saw it differently.
Leonard danced, pranced, shuffled and flurried en route to a split decision victory. Hagler started slow, but paced himself and by the end of the fight seemed to have the physical and stamina edge. The judges, however, were dazzled by Leonard's showmanship. They scored it 115-113 Leonard, 118-110 Leonard and 115-113 Hagler.
Leonard pulled off a storybook comeback. Hagler was disgusted by the decision. He never fought again.
Oscar De La Hoya vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Mayweather has been the recipient of several close decisions in his career and his victory over De La Hoya was one of them. De La Hoya pressed the action and tried to turn the fight into a brawl, but Mayweather proved too smart and slick to fall into his opponent's trap.
Mayweather fought in his typical defensive style, with spectacular counterpunching. De La Hoya simply wasn't able to land enough to convince the judges that he was winning the fight. The crowd at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas roared with boos after the fight. The judges ruled it 116-112, 115-113 for Mayweather, with De La Hoya winning 115-113 on the third scorecard.
Manny Pacquiao vs. Timothy Bradley
When everyone was pining for the dream fight between Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr., Pacquiao decided to take what was supposed to be a tune-up fight before a possible clash with Mayweather. It was a typical Pacquiao fight. He was faster, landed more punches and fought with high intensity. Pacquiao seemed to dominate the fight, although he slowed down toward the end, as Bradley finally gained some momentum. Still, to everyone it appeared as though Pacquiao had won another unanimous decision. The judges felt differently.
Two judges scored it 115-113 for Bradley and a third judge scored it 115-113 for Pacquiao. Like with De La Hoya and Hagler, the decision loss knocked Pacquiao off track. He was later knocked out badly by Juan Manuel Marquez and no one is talking about a dream fight between he and Mayweather anymore.