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Unfortunately, the difference between classical (fusha) and modern Arabic(s) is catastrophic; the primary reason being that people in Arabic-speaking countries all speak their own local slang dialect.
Why is this a problem? Classical Arabic focuses a lot on grammar and number. It's important (and, in fact, necessary) to speak slowly, because of the complexity of applying all the rules correctly. In pretty much every slang version, they take major shortcuts and throw out grammar -- to the point that people today who speak slang struggle to understand and articulate themselves classical Arabic.
I personally have a similar background (grew up in the west, learned a lot of classical Arabic), and when I visited Makkah, I saw people understand but struggle to figure out how to reply. My advice is to stick to classical, since all the major media (books, universities, newspapers, audio lectures, etc.) are all done in classical Arabic most of the time.
As for your specific questions:
1) The difference between classical Arabic and modern slang is like the difference between Arabic and Urdu, or Arabic and English. You may find some common words and things, but overall, it's a new language.
2) There are roughly 6000-7000 unique words in the Qur'an. There are some words that are repeated often (like "Allah" which appears almost every verse) and some that are never repeated; most vary.


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Vitim volcanThe Vitim Plateau volcano is a vast volcanic field northeast of the Baikal Lake. Cinder cones and associated lava flows are spread over an area of about 10,000 sq km.
Introduction:Volcanism in the Vitim Plateau dates back to the Miocene. The most voluminous activity was between the Miocene and the Pleistocene. A second second phase occurred during the Pleistocene and Holocene.
Most of the volcanic centers are located in the NW part of the volcanic field, parallel to the axial part of the Baikal Rift Zone, which lies about 200 km to the west. Mantle zenoliths are found in several locations.
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1 Brain-Based Foreign Language Learning Merzlikina Kate 14A01
3 Mental Perception The meaningful brain The curious brain The emotional brain The social brain The conscious & subconscious brain
4 The meaningful brain Meaning is more important to the brain than information is. The brain searches for meaning through patterning. Patterning allows for the storage and connection of information into meaningful categories.
5 The curious brain The brain is attracted to novelty. It tends to become more active when exposed to new ideas and challenges.
6 The emotional brain Emotions and intelligence originate in separate places in the brain, however, their paths cross each other - they are inseparable. It can be enhanced by stimulus and challenge.
7 The social brain Our brain is social. Interaction and social status impact stress level. Language learning becomes more effective in a learner friendly setting where scaffolding, cooperative learning, and social interaction take place.
8 The conscious and subconscious brain Learning involves both conscious and subconscious processes. Learning not only takes place in the classroom but occurs in everyday life. Successful language learners extend their learning beyond the textbook and the classroom.
9 Mel Levine: Founder of All Kinds of Minds Institute … transform a verbal into a visual task, and a visual task into a kinesthetic one. Challenging the brain, not numbing it with overload, keeps the mind happily humming and is essential to teaching. A Mind at a Time (2002)
11 Engage the Emotional Brain Why do I have to learn Chinese? I have no choice, its the ONLY language offered here! Vs. I LOVE CHINESE! We wrote skits and they were soooo funny! My Chinese teacher taught us the coolest song in class!
12 Engage the Emotional Brain But thats not REAL learning! Real learning entails suffering! But I didnt learn that way!
13 Engaging the Meaningful Brain What is the purpose of learning a language? To know all the rules and never make a mistake To pronounce every tone perfectly To communicate and share your meaning Language teaching is the perfect place to practice engaging, brain-based learning
14 Music and Movement Listening to music creates state of relaxed alertness Music creates emotion in students Enjoy listening to music Conscious and Subconscious Brain
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The Planetary Nebula Luminosity Function (PNLF) is a model consisting of a (non-normalized) Probability Density Function of the Luminosity of Planetary Nebulae. With it, planetary nebulae are used as Standard Candles, using the fact that there is a (rough) maximum brightness of planetary nebulae, which can be used in the manner of distance-determination of the Brightest Star of a galaxy, the Globular Cluster Luminosity Function, or a Brightest Cluster Galaxy in a Galaxy Cluster.
Typically, observation is carried out for an [O III] Forbidden Line (Wavelength 500.7nm), which is produced by planetary Nebulae and can be observed from the ground, and established as from a planetary nebula, i.e., other possible sources eliminated. By observing a number of them in a Galaxy, the distance to the galaxy can be estimated based upon the brightest of the group. The function is typically stated in a way that relates a Distance Modulus to the Apparent Magnitude of this line from the galaxy's brightest planetary nebulae.
Planetary nebulae occur throughout galaxies, including easy-to-view portions, which makes them better for this than some other such standard candle candidates within galaxies.
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The Many Benefits of a Shared Language in Multinationals
00472506Knowledge sharing is a critical activity when it comes to multinational enterprises (MNEs) and doing business across borders. In my previous blog posts I have already touched upon the importance of global employees as 'linking pins' between headquarters (HQ) and subsidiaries, discussed the required input of both, knowledge transmitters and receivers, and brought up the role of host country nationals as facilitators of knowledge sharing. Moreover, there appear to be benefits of a shared language for MNE effectiveness, as an increasing number of MNEs are adopting a lingua franca, predominantly English, to improve communication and information flows.
Extending our existing understanding of the factors behind MNE effectiveness, in my latest research (forthcoming), together with my colleagues Anne-Wil Harzing and Markus Pudelko, we further explore the link between shared language and MNE knowledge flows. Specifically, we study how shared language among subsidiary and HQ managers affects subsidiary knowledge inflows from HQ. Moreover, we draw on the theory of social identity (Tajfel & Turner, 1986; Turner, 1982), considering shared language and knowledge inflows as antecedents of a shared social identity, which in turn benefits the performance of MNEs.
To shortly describe our rationale, we started off with the notion that a large part of the knowledge in MNE units is contextual and tacit in nature, which makes the transfer of knowledge depend on actors adequately conveying and making sense of its meaning. At the same time, language differences between different MNE actors can set not only clear functional but also psychological barriers to social interaction. This highlights the role of shared language for tacit knowledge flows in MNEs. In MNEs, different units may share a language either because their members are proficient in the native language that is spoken in the respective other unit, or they may share a common corporate language that the organization has defined. Further, we conceptualize knowledge flows based on a shared language as an act to construct a shared identity because they provide the deep contextual understanding that allows individuals to do so. In other words, in the study we propose that subsidiary managers sharing a language with HQ managers will properly understand knowledge from HQ and apply it to construct a common social identity with HQ.
In addition, we study two specific mediators of the relationship between shared language and subsidiary knowledge inflows from HQ: the extent to which subsidiary managers share HQ goals and vision (which is an ability-related factor), and the extent to which human resources (HR) related decision-making is centralized (which is a motivational factor). Finally, we investigate whether subsidiary type (greenfields vs. acquisitions) moderates these mediated relationships between shared language and knowledge inflows.
Building on a sample of 817 subsidiaries in nine countries/regions and a novel subjective measure of shared language, we found support for our model. First of all, as hypothesized, we found that shared language among subsidiary and HQ managers positively related to tacit knowledge inflows at the subsidiary level. Secondly, we also found support for positive mediating effects of shared HQ goals/vision and HR centralization for the link between shared language and knowledge inflows. As such, our results imply that when subsidiary managers share HQ goals and vision, they are more able to acquire and make sense of HQ knowledge. A similar logic applies for the positive mediating effect of centralized HR decision-making, which makes subsidiary managers' HQ identification more rewarding and, hence, knowledge receipt from HQ more motivating.
We also found that the two mediated relationships are conditional upon subsidiary type. As expected, our results demonstrate that both shared HQ goals and vision, and centralization of HR decisions only mediated the relationship between shared language and subsidiary knowledge inflows in foreign acquisitions but not in foreign greenfields. In addition, our results also suggest direct moderation effects. First, the relationship between shared language and shared HQ goals was weaker in foreign greenfields compared to foreign acquisitions. This can probably be explained by the relative ease to diffuse HQ goals and vision to foreign greenfields as these units allow MNEs to more carefully select the local workforce. We also found a negative moderation effect of subsidiary type on the relationship between centralization of HR decisions and subsidiary knowledge inflows, with the relationship being weaker again in foreign greenfields. As such, we suggest that HR centralization entails additional knowledge benefits in foreign acquisitions, for example by creating a common HR structure for knowledge to be transferred.
Managerial implications
Our study suggests viewing knowledge sharing also as an act of constructing a shared social identity, which implies that communication with HQ should not be left to only a few subsidiary managers, such as expatriates. Including a wider group of subsidiary managers, especially locals, into knowledge flows between HQ and subsidiary may foster the sense of shared identity, unity and cohesion, which are all beneficial factors for effective cooperation.
As to facilitating knowledge flows, our study highlights the importance of implementing a shared language, clarifying common MNC goals and vision, and centralizing HR decisions, with the latter two particularly important in foreign acquisitions. MNCs would also be well advised to further their efforts for establishing and monitoring the use of an official corporate language. Companies such as Rakuten have shown that the corporate language does not have to match the parent country language for improving the exchange of information.
Further reading:
Tajfel, H., & Turner, J. C. 1986. The social identity theory of intergroup behavior. In S. Worchel & W. G. Austin (Eds.), Psychology of intergroup relations (2nd ed.): 7-24. Chicago: NelsonHall.
Turner, J. C. 1982. Towards a cognitive redefinition of the social group. In H. Tajfel (Ed.), Social identity and intergroup relations: 15-40. New York: Cambridge University Press.
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 1. very interesting research there. language is a great factor in assisting socialization & goal sharing. a follow up research would be how the globalization o the English language is influencing expatriate employment
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Living along a river has its own appeal with the calming presence of flowing water and picturesque views. Riverfront living offers natural beauty and serenity, with stunning views and recreational opportunities. However, it also presents challenges such as the risk of flooding, increased presence of mosquitoes and other insects, and erosion. It is important to be aware of flood zones, use repellents, and take measures to prevent erosion. Riverfront properties can be more expensive due to their demand. Riverfront living can be suitable for families with children with proper precautions. Despite challenges, the joys of riverfront living outweigh them for many.
Living Along a River: The Joys and Challenges of Riverfront Living
Living along a river has its own unique appeal. The calming presence of flowing water and picturesque views can be immensely enjoyable. However, riverfront living also presents its own set of challenges. In this article, we will explore the joys and challenges that come with living alongside a river.
The Joys of Riverfront Living
Living along a river offers unparalleled natural beauty and serenity. Waking up to the soothing sound of the river and being surrounded by lush greenery can be a refreshing experience. Riverfront properties often provide stunning views, with the changing colors of the water and the diverse wildlife that inhabits the area.
Riverfront living also offers unique recreational opportunities. Whether it's fishing, kayaking, or simply taking a leisurely boat ride, you have direct access to water-based activities. The river can become your personal playground, providing endless hours of enjoyment and relaxation.
The Challenges of Riverfront Living
While living along a river is idyllic in many ways, it comes with certain challenges that residents must be prepared to face. The risk of flooding is a significant concern for those living in riverfront properties. Depending on the region and specific location, the risk of flooding may vary. It is crucial to be aware of the flood zone maps and take necessary precautions to protect your property and belongings.
Mosquitos and other insects are often more prevalent in areas near rivers. This can be a nuisance for residents, especially during the warmer months. Implementing measures such as using repellents and maintaining a well-maintained yard can help mitigate this issue.
Additionally, erosion can be a problem for riverfront properties, especially during periods of heavy rainfall or rapid water flow. It is important to take measures to prevent erosion, such as reinforcing riverbanks and implementing appropriate landscaping techniques. Regular maintenance is crucial to protect the integrity of your property.
Q: Can I build a dock on my riverfront property?
A: The ability to build a dock depends on local regulations and permits. It is advisable to consult with the local authorities or a professional before starting any construction.
Q: Are riverfront properties more expensive?
A: Riverfront properties tend to be in high demand due to their scenic views and recreational opportunities. As a result, they can be more expensive compared to properties located further away from the water. However, the specific price will vary depending on various factors such as location and property size.
Q: Is riverfront living suitable for families with children?
A: Riverfront living can be suitable for families with children, but it requires extra precautions. Parents should ensure proper supervision near the water and teach their children about water safety. Installing appropriate barriers and fences can also provide additional security.
Living along a river offers a unique lifestyle filled with natural beauty and recreational opportunities. While there are challenges to be faced, the joys of riverfront living outweigh them for many individuals. If you appreciate nature, tranquility, and a vibrant waterfront atmosphere, living along a river might just be your dream come true.


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C is for Coven Board Book
C is for Coven is a reinterpretation of a classic alphabet book, matching each letter of the ABCs with a rhyming phrase that teaches kids about witchcraft. Instead of A is for Apple and D is for Dog, A is for Altar and D is for Drawing Down the Moon. This bewitching and adorable board book will make learning the ABCs fun, magical, and memorable for the whole family.
Founded by children's book author Andrea Stein, Moon Dust Press is dedicated to creating resources for children being raised in homes practicing alternative spiritualities, breaking down stereotypes about witchcraft and Pagan practices in children's literature, and providing needed diverse representation.
Moon Dust Press is committed to producing high quality, beautifully illustrated, and entertaining books that allow children and parents to find the magic in every day life


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This article is about the Japanese lands. For the town in South Sudan, see Ezo, South Sudan. For the heavy metal band, see Ezo (band).
Ezo (蝦夷?, also spelled Yezo or Yeso)[1] is a Japanese name which historically referred to the lands to the north of Japan. It was used in various senses, sometimes meaning the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido,[2] and sometimes meaning lands and waters further north in the Sea of Okhotsk, like Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands. The word Ezo could also refer to the peoples that the Japanese encountered in these lands, referred to in modern times as the Ainu people.
The spelling Ezo reflects the pronunciation in Modern Standard Japanese. The spelling Yezo reflects its pronunciation circa 1600 AD, when Europeans first came in contact with Japan. It is this historical spelling that is reflected in the scientific Latin term yezoensis, as in Fragaria yezoensis and Porphyra yezoensis.
The first published description of Ezo in the West was brought to Europe by Isaac Titsingh in 1796. His small library of Japanese books included Sangoku Tsūran Zusetsu (三国通覧図説 An Illustrated Description of Three Countries?) by Hayashi Shihei.[3] This book, which was published in Japan in 1785, described the Ezo region and people.[4]
In 1832, the Oriental Translation Fund of Great Britain and Ireland supported the posthumous abridged publication of Titsingh's French translation of Sankoku Tsūran Zusetsu.[5] Julius Klaproth was the editor, completing the task which was left incomplete by the death of the book's initial editor, Jean-Pierre Abel-Rémusat.
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You can either select all of the objects in an area or you can select specific objects within an area of your floorplan.
Make sure you're logged in to your account and in the seating tab of your event.
1. To Select Everything:
Click and drag your mouse around the objects you wish to select.
2. To Select specific objects:
Press and hold the shift key and click on each individual object to select them.


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The workshop Sensing Collectives investigated aesthetic practices as the doing (and undoing) of sensorial perceptions and political practices as the doing (and undoing) of collective subjectivities and agencies. Simply put, aesthetic practices shape or disrupt collective ways of sensing; political practices mobilize or contest collective identities and interests of groups of people.
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The PDSA Cycle (Plan-Do-Study-Act) is a systematic process for gaining valuable learning and knowledge for the continual improvement of a product, process, or service. Also known as the Deming Wheel, or Deming Cycle, this integrated learning - improvement model was first introduced to Dr. Deming by his mentor, Walter Shewhart of the famous Bell Laboratories in New York.
The cycle begins with the Plan step. This involves identifying a goal or purpose, formulating a theory, defining success metrics and putting a plan into action. These activities are followed by the Do step, in which the components of the plan are implemented, such as making a product. Next comes the Study step, where outcomes are monitored to test the validity of the plan for signs of progress and success, or problems and areas for improvement. The Act step closes the cycle, integrating the learning generated by the entire process, which can be used to adjust the goal, change methods, reformulate a theory altogether, or broaden the learning – improvement cycle from a small-scale experiment to a larger implementation Plan. These four steps can be repeated over and over as part of a never-ending cycle of continual learning and improvement.
PDSA and PDCA
Dr. Deming emphasized the PDSA Cycle, not the PDCA Cycle, with a third step emphasis on Study (S), not Check (C). Dr. Deming found that the focus on Check is more about the implementation of a change, with success or failure. His focus was on predicting the results of an improvement effort, studying the actual results, and comparing them to possibly revise the theory. He stressed that the need to develop new knowledge, from learning, is always guided by a theory. By comparison, the Check phase of the PDCA cycle focuses on the success or failure of a Plan, followed by needed corrections to the Plan in the event of failure. Click here to find an excellent article by Ron Moen and Cliff Norman, who offer a deeper explanation of the difference between the PDSA and PDCA Cycles.


Institute Welcomes Peter Gourevitch
Peter Gourevitch, Professor of Political Science at the University of California San Diego, visited the Institute Thursday to meet with students before giving a campus wide talk on the implications of the current economic crisis. Gourevitch is a specialist in political economy with a particular focus on international trade and economic globalization, trade disputes, regulatory systems, and corporate governance.
In his campus wide talk, Gourevitch gave his answer to the question: How does the current global crisis in the economy resemble earlier economic shocks, and what can we learn from those other episodes about issues that face U.S. and world policy makers? To Gourevitch, several themes appear striking: the interaction of "private bonding" arrangements and government regulation in shaping the trust that underlies economic life; the pattern of cycles vs. sequences in explaining how countries converge or diverge in what they do; the relationship between economic shock and political choices; the autonomy of the state; the role of ideology in shaping economic policy outcomes; the interaction of globalization and domestic politics.


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Ana G. Mendez University System (AGMUS) chose L2L as Agency of Record to transform with a completely new and creative approach its lead generation, marketing, public relations outreach. AGMUS which is the largest non-profit private university system in Puerto Rico has a history of almost 70 years in the island. Since 2003, AGMUS expanded into the United States with a unique dual language model of education for higher ed, opening campuses in Orlando, Tampa Bay, South Florida, Capital Area, and Dallas.
- Revolutionized media buying by integrating AdWords, digital ads, with traditional media
- Created an award-winning campaign – VALOR (COURAGE/VALUE) – geared towards the Hispanic population seeking bilingual education
- Created a wide range of digital assets to be used for online lead generation
- Re-activated Social Media for all five US campuses to engage leads / students / alumni
- Positioned campuses as civic centers for the local community where "meeting of the minds" and press conferences of key stakeholders could happen. Transformed campuses into donation, displacement, and job centers post-Hurricane Maria
- Engaged local, national, and Puerto Rican media with AGMUS brand in the US
- The Year 1 plan has transformed the AGMUS outreach to effectively engage today's student population through a multi-media platform strategy, reducing cost per enrollment by 60 percent and generating cost savings of $1M by eliminating an outsourced call center.
- In the first three months of the campaign, 3x more leads were generated versus total year prior.
- Transformed lead generation processes by implementing CRM / landing pages
- Positioning of AGMUS as national brand of higher education with a unique offering of a dual-language model of education
- The Conference Board New Communications Award – Academic Division


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Research from the Met Office has shed new light on a link between decadal solar variability and winter climate
in the UK, northern Europe and parts of America.
The study, carried out with Imperial College London and the University of Oxford, shows that low UV output from the sun can contribute to cold winters over parts of the northern hemisphere
, such as recently seen in the UK. Years of higher UV have the opposite effect.
Adam Scaife, one of the scientists involved in the research, said that while some studies have observed a link between solar variability and winter climate, our research establishes this as more than just coincidence
He said: "We've been able to reproduce a consistent climate pattern, confirm how it works, and quantify it using a computer model based on the laws of physics. This isn't the sole driver of winter climate over our region, but it is a significant factor
and understanding it is important for seasonal to decadal forecasting."
New data from sensitive satellite equipment shows UV variability over the 11-year solar cycle may be much larger than previously thought
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Status: Ghost Town
Current Population: A few
Peak Population: ~3,000
Elevation: 5,298 Feet
Primary Mineral: Many minerals mined here
The town of Gold Hill established in 1892, was named for a gold bearing mountain just east of town. Gold Hill became famous for its location of many minerals including silver, gold, copper, lead, tungsten, and arsenic. This first boom died and the area was left behind.
The Deep Creek railroad was built into Gold Hill in 1917 and the town quickly bloomed. Arsenic was badly needed during World War 1 to control insects destroying the cotton fields of the South. Over 3,000 people lived and worked here as stores, a school, a pool hall, and a newspaper flourished. Then cheaper foreign sources of arsenic became available and the town faded.
World War 2 reawakened the town due to high demands of tungsten used in steel and for electric filaments. Tones were shipped out until the need was gone and the town of Gold Hill dwindled again.
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A United States post office operated at Gold Hill from 1911 to 1949.


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The device works at exceptionally low power (<1W) and can record of the voice communication of two DWSs simultaneously because the CRU2-AN has two separated logical voice recorders. As a special feature the equipment can be configured as a stereo voice recorder and can record the two directions of a call into a stereo file as left/right channels.
The CRU-2AN can be configured and set up by its client application (CRU-2AN-PC software). This client application can run under WINDOWS 2000/WINDOWS10 on any Pentium 4 and above (or on of >1GHz Pentium 3) configuration. No special requirements are needed..
There are two available basic types of recording:
- On one hand, the CRU-2AN can record using its SD cards independently. The applied file system is FAT32, so removing the SD cards and inserting them into a card reader the records can easily be carried for a PC and can be copied and listened under WINDOWS. The device automatically selects the available card, so it is possible to remove a full SD card while the other one is active.
- On the other direct recording on the PC's HDD is also possible with the client application. Furthermore, parallel recording on the CRU-2AN's SD card and on the client PC's HDD can also be set up. With the client application the inputs can be listened in real-time (independently from the recording).
In the client application the current status of the SD cards are shown: active recordings, number of records, available free space, SD card operation status, etc.
The recording can be continuous, or VOX triggered. A highly efficient adaptive voice detector is implemented for both channels.
On the SD card circle recording can be set up. In this case the device handles the two SD card like one storage, and in case of full SD cards the oldest files are deleted automatically.
The audio data is stored in a vendor specific encrypted and electronically signed format. The files can be carried and copied under windows with the file manager because the files are standard FAT32 files. The content is specific and is protected with electronic sign. The playback is possible with the client application. The client application verifies the electronic sign and decodes the applied encryption. From the client application all the files can be exported into standard "wave" files and after this, files can be played with a standard media player.
On demand, the format on the SD card can be changed into standard WAVE format. In this case the records on a removed SD cards can be listened without any client program activity. No additional client program is required (only for set up). The configuration is stored in the CRU's flash memory).
The exact time stamps of the start and the end date/time of a speech communication (VOX trigger begin/end) are attached inseparably to the speech content.
- Two microphone input with 0-50dB adjustable gain and +30dB selectable with jumper.
- Two symmetrical (balanced) line inputs towards DWS recording output or other audio sources. Maximum acceptable level is +6dBm. 0-50dB adjustable gain can be applied.
- Independent automatic gain controls for both channels.
- Two independent voice activity detectors
- Selectable sampling frequency (8KHz, 16KHz, 24KHz), 8KHz is recommended for DWS recording.
- 1x stereo or 2x mono operation modes.
- Low power consumption (<1W).
- Applicable SD cards: 1GB, 2GB SD, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB SDHC or Ultra II cards
- Interoperation with HUNGAROCOM's centralized archive recording system (optional).
Hungarocom's CYPCOM equipment family can offer different functions on, or between E1 and IP lines like bridge, media converter, E1 over IP, IP over E1, with encryption and different monitoring recording functions. These functions are based on two types of application specific core hardware units:
- CYPCOM-200 hardware has eight Ethernet interfaces and two E1 PCM interfaces (RJ-45)
- CYPCOM-201 hardware has two Ethernet interfaces and four E1 PCM interfaces (RJ-45)
The PcmMon equipment is developed for intelligent monitoring of E1 lines. Based on HUNGAROCOM's CYPCOM-201 core hardware, the equipment has four E1 inputs (PCM Rx). To monitor one E1 line requires two E1 Rx channels, so the hardware can monitor two full duplex E1 PCM lines. E1 Rx lines connect to the E1 lines with high impedance without disturbing the original traffic. The received E1 signal is analysed and processed by the CYPCOM-201's internal CPU in real time (HDLC frames, DSS1, QSIG, SS7 signalling, Voice channels, DTMF reception are provided). The processed traffic than stored on the built in 2,5" HDD (or SSD).
If the monitored PCM uses DSS1, QSIG, or SS7 signalling the PcmMon detects the call sessions and records the voice channels with related CDRs (communications recording function).
A complex Windows based client application is available to display the stored information. There is some optional off-line post processing function available in the client application (i.e. FAX decoding).
Online channel monitoring is also supported from the client application.
Front panel connectors (small enclosure)
Front panel connectors (standard rack enclosure)
- Number of full duplex E1 lines monitored simultaneously:2
- Physical connection:High impedance
- PCM modes:PCM 30, PCM31, unframed, CRC4 and AMI/HDB3 coding supported
- Real time handled protocols and signals:HDLC, DSS1, QSIG, SS7, DTMF
- Voice channel recording:call sessions with attached CDRs (CDRs based on DSS1, QSIG or SS7 and in band DTMF)
- Recording method:records are encrypted and protected against manipulation. Every records and stored events contain exact time stamp.
- Internal storage capacity: max. 2x1TB 2,5" HDD (or max 2x500GB SSD).
- Two alarm contacts for minor and mayor alarms.
- Operation voltage: 230V with external adapter, 48V (or optionally 12V) without external adapter.
- Client application features: display recorded data, voice record playback and export to standard WAV file. Convenient search functions.
- Optional off-line processing feature: FAX communication decoding.
- Size: Standard 1-unit high rack mounted or small enclosure
- Package content: CYP-201-PCMMON equipment, power adapter, PCM cables and passive TAPs, software, documentation.
- Size:standard rack enclosure: 483x185x44 mm; small enclosure: 266x189x29,5 mm
The next Figure introduces generally the connections of the system. It is connected to the IP network, where the communications shall be recorded. The access to the different levels of the network (access, accumulation, backbone) is assured by a switch with mirroring port, or by a tap device connected in parallel to the different medias of the IP network hierarchy. The communications recording system is able to record different communications event depending on the system setup. Local workstations can be connected to the recorder server as introduced in the next Figure via LAN, WAN, and public internet.
The next Figure shows the connection of the recording server to a general PABX, or call manager system.
Handling 480 simultaneous channels server with the following parameters shall be provided:
- Type: HP proliant G8 series with redundant power supply
- CPU: minimum 2,4GHz quad core intel XEON cpu
- Memory: 8GB, dual channel DDR3 1333MHz
- HDD: minimum 2x300GB 2,5" SAS Raid-1 (depending on the volume to be stored)
- Blu-ray drive: for local archivation
- Gigabit Ethernet: two ports
- Other: min. 2xUSB port, US
- playback of records from the server
- introduction of call related data (e.g. time of call, calling and called numbers)
- showing the time function of the audio record
- zoom-in and zoom-out within the time function
- events within a communication
- quick navigation possibility
- application of different filtering parameters
- export records to external data medias
LI Management Systems
HUNGAROCOM LIMS, in cooperation with the immanent monitoring function (INI) used by the electronic communications service provider, monitors all types of public communication services in real time including telephone (VoIP, VoLTE) and video calls, messages (SMS, MMS), fax, e-mails and other data communication services. It supports monitoring of 2G (GSM, CDMA, GPRS), 3G (UMTS), 4G (LTE) and 5G wireless networks of all networks, as well as PSTN, IMS and Cable based wired networks.
Hand over interfaces (HI) are a three-port structure where administrative information (HI1), intercept related information (HI2), and communications content (CC) are logically separated.
- Hot standby and geo-redundant solutions.
- It fulfils the following international and local standards:
- ETSI: ETSI TS 101 671 (voice), ETSI TS 101 331 (általános), ETSI ES 201 158 (általános), ETSI TS 102 232-1 to 102 232-7 (IP, e-mail, VoIP)


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Remember MAST Trousers (Military Anti-Shock Trousers)? They were a staple of prehospital care starting in the 1970s and lasting through the turn of the century. But what happened after that? They seem to have disappeared. I recently received a question on the topic recently and wanted to share the real story with you readers.
The basic MAST trouser consists of three inflatable compartments: two legs and one covering the abdomen and pelvis. Each can be inflated or deflated separately. The basic concept was first described by a surgeon who wanted to increase blood pressure during neurosurgical procedures in the early 1900s. The US military embraced the concept during the Vietnam war, using it to augment systolic pressure in servicemen in shock.
Military surgeons migrated this device into civilian prehospital care during the mid-1970s, and the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma listed this device as essential on all ambulances in 1977. MAST trousers then came into widespread use throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
Early research in the 1970s suggested that this device could provide up to a 20% boost in volume to the upper part of the body when applied. But as occurs with so many new toys, additional research demonstrated that this auto-transfusion effect was actually only about 5% of blood volume. Some significant complications also came to light as lower extremity ischemia and compartment syndromes were described. Ben Taub Hospital published a study in 1987 which showed no improvement in mortality in patients with penetrating injury.
At the end of the century, support for MAST started to dry up. The NAEMSP published a position paper limiting use to ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysms and pelvic fractures with hypotension. The final straw was a review by the Cochrane Collaboration in 2000 that confirmed no reduction in mortality with MAST use.
Although a few older textbooks may still mention MAST trousers, they are no longer the standard of care. There are no longer any accepted indications for their use, and the few trousers that remain are gathering cobwebs in some corner of the trauma basement.
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Africa has immense natural resources and yet it is industrially the most backward continent because of following reasons.
*The continent Africa lack good institutions and schools and all people are not well educated and have not proper knowledge of natural resources utilization.
*There is lack of human resources.
*Frequent civil wars take place in Africa which leads to loss of resources and it also cause mass scale corruption in the government and hinders the growth of country.
*Foreign rule over African countries and use their resources for their own benefits rather than developing industries.
*There is lack of technology. The exploration and extraction of natural resources could not be possible without technology.
*Africa has indigenous and numerous resources but it is poorly distributed among people and states in those countries. Wealth distribution is an issue which make it industrially backward and poor country.
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1. To produce an original manuscript, a Haggadah, based on the artwork of the famous Golden Haggadahpublished in Guadalajara, Spain, circa 1320.
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Eucalyptus globulus forest, Molecular Ecology, 16, (4) pp. 697-707. ISSN 0962-1083 (2007) [Refereed Article]
Visualizing the pattern of variation using microsatellites within a Eucalyptus globulus forest on the island of Tasmania provided surprising insights into the complex nature of the fine-scale spatial genetic structure that resides in these forests. We used spatial autocorrelation and principal coordinate analysis to compare fine-scale genetic structure between juvenile and mature cohorts in a study area, 140 m in diameter, located within a typical, continuous E. globulus forest. In total, 115 juvenile and 168 mature individuals were genotyped with eight highly polymorphic microsatellite loci. There was no significant difference in the level of genetic diversity between cohorts. However, there were differences in the spatial distribution of the genetic variation. Autocorrelation analysis provided clear evidence for significant spatial genetic structure in the mature cohort and significant, but weaker, structure in the juvenile cohort. The spatial interpolation of principal coordinate axes, derived from ordination of the genetic distance matrix between individuals, revealed a spatially coherent family group which was evident in both cohorts. Direct comparison of the genetic structure within each cohort allowed visualization of a shift in the spatial distribution of genetic variation within the population of approximately 10 m. As the shift coincided with the direction of prevailing winds, it is hypothesized that this phenomenon is due to downwind dispersal of seeds and is indicative of the important role of prevailing winds in forcing eastward gene flow in these high-latitude forests. © 2006 The Authors Journal compilation © 2006 Blackwell Publishing Ltd.
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Triaxial MEMS vector field measurement system with triaxial MEMS sensors, such as accelerometer and magnetometer, is typically used to acquire navigation information in strap-down inertial navigation system (SINS). The navigation accuracy of the body is directly affected by the measurement accuracy of the measurement system. This study presents a two-step calibration algorithm for the triaxial MEMS vector field measurement system based on a detailed analysis of the measurement system error model. In the calibration procedure of this method, the first step is to calibrate the triaxial vector sensor error, including bias, scale factors and non-orthogonality using the ellipsoid fitting method; the second step is to calibrate the misalignment between the orthogonal sensor frame and the system body frame using the four-position method. Furthermore, the mathematical analysis of four-position method calibration error is done to study on the factors influencing the misalignment calibration accuracy, numerical simulation and experiments, which are performed for validating the analysis. A series of calibration experiments on a triaxial MEMS accelerometer in the measurement system show signiﬁcant enhancement of the accuracy of three components measurement data in the system body frame.
Inspec keywords: mathematical analysis; measurement errors; magnetometers; accelerometers; microsensors; calibration; inertial navigation
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Name meaning: The given name Eric, Erik, or Erick is derived from the Old Norse name Eiríkr (or Eríkr in Eastern Old Norse due to monophthongization). The first element, eiis derived either from the older Proto-Norse *aina(z), meaning "one, alone, unique", as in the form Æinrikr explicitly, or from *aiwa(z) "everlasting, eternity". The second element -ríkr stems either from *ríks "king, ruler" (cf. Gothic reiks) or from the therefrom derived *ríkijaz "kingly, powerful, rich, prince". The name is thus usually taken to mean "sole ruler, autocrat" or "eternal ruler, ever powerful".
The most common spelling in Scandinavia is Erik. In Norway, another form of the name (which has kept the Old Norse diphthong) Eirik is also commonly used. In Finland, the form Erkki is also used. The modern Icelandic version is Eiríkur, while the modern Faroese version is Eirikur. Éric [eʁik] is used in French, and in Germany Eric, Erik and Erich are used.[ًWikipedia]
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Date: 04/11/98 at 16:20:00 From: Mr. DEAN LOWELL CRUMMY Subject: LIGHT TRAVEL How long in time, not distance, would it take to go to Mars or Jupiter? At light speed?
Date: 04/13/98 at 09:48:19 From: Doctor Barrus Subject: Re: LIGHT TRAVEL Hi, Dean! It depends on how far away from Mars or Jupiter the earth is. The earth, according to: _URL_ is located an average of 150 million kilometers away from the sun, and Jupiter and Mars are at average distances of 780 and 228 millions of kilometers away from the sun, respectively. But every planet is revolving around the sun, and at different rates, so the distance from planet to planet is constantly changing. So, assuming that the sun, the Earth, and Mars were all lined up (which they're not), you could have Mars and Earth as close together as (228 - 150 =)78 million kilometers... <---------------228----------> (Sun) * * Earth Mars <------150----------><---78-->... or as far apart as (228 + 150 = )378 million kilometers: * (Sun) * Mars Earth <---------228-----------><----150-------> Similarly, distances between Earth and Jupiter could be anything from around 630 million kilometers to 930 million kilometers. Of course, these calculations aren't exact, because the two planets and the sun rarely line up like in the diagrams above, and the distances I used are just average distances -- the planets can be closer to or farther away from the sun. I just gave the example above so that you could see that the distances can really vary. But let's suppose that we know the exact distance between the earth and another planet. Then to find out how long the trip would be, we'd use the formula distance = speed * time to get distance time = ---------- speed So, suppose the Earth and Mars are 200 million kilometers away from each other right now. Then a trip to Mars would take time t, where t = (200 million kilometers)/(speed of light) = (2 * 10^11 meters)/(3.0 * 10^8 meters per second) [Here, I just converted the kilometers into meters (using the fact that there are 1000 meters in a kilometer), wrote the distance in scientific notation (so it's easier to calculate), and wrote out approximately what the speed of light is.] So: t = 667 seconds (approximately) which translates to 11 minutes and 7 seconds. (NOTE: This is how long someone on *earth* would see the trip as taking. A person actually on the ship to Mars, traveling at the speed of light, wouldn't be aware of ANY time passing. This would happen because of the phenomena that Einstein explained in his theory of relativity.) So in summary, it isn't possible to answer your question exactly, because the distances between earth and Mars and Jupiter are always changing, and therefore the times required to travel to them at light speed also change. If we did know the exact distance, though, we could figure out approximately how long a journey of that kind would take. -Doctor Barrus, The Math Forum Check out our web site! _URL_
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- A perennial plant (Oxalis tuberosa) of the high Andes, grown for its edible tubers.
- The tubers of this plant.
- n - a South American herb
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Cape Breton Homeland Songs
This type of song may be considered relatively modern in terms of its prominence in the Gaelic tradition and often relates to population movements from the Highlands in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. While earlier songs may contrast the love of one Gaelic-speaking area compared to another, more recent compositions extol the virtues of a Gaelic homeland compared with a less traditional, culturally different one. The Gaelic language or Gael for that matter may be symbolic of the homeland itself.
While many homeland songs may also be considered emigrant songs, they may also express the bard's newfound appreciation for his/her community after having travelled and then returned. It would make sense then that many Nova Scotian bards praise their own communities, as most if not all had either spent time in different cultures or at least been aware of them.
A related form of this song called Tàmailt may possess many of the characteristics of the homeland song but also be a criticism of a place (ie. A Choille Ghruamaich). Songs of this type may sometimes be found to have preserved several of the classical forms of versification and syllabic structure (as in the case of A Choille Ghruamaich).
Owing to their simplicity of language and rhyme scheme of many homeland songs, they are not generally regarded to be great forms of literary art. Nevertheless, many of these songs remain as anthems in Nova Scotian and indeed Scottish communities, reflecting group identity and an awareness of social change.
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The Flynn Center for the Performing Arts fosters the enjoyment, understanding, and development of the performing arts in Vermont through diverse and engaging artistic experiences.
The Flynn is Vermont's premier home for diverse performing arts programming and education, collaborating with artists, organizations, schools and the community to encourage the creation, appreciation, and understanding of the arts. We seek to nurture a vibrant arts community, foster artistic excellence, and bring people together for powerful shared experiences that inspire a creative exchange of ideas.
The arts touch people's lives in profound ways: in their understanding of themselves, their connection to local and world communities and cultures, and in their understanding of their own creativity. The arts provide these qualities to the greater public for the social and economic benefits that the shared performance experience provides. The Flynn's belief in these sustaining principles manifests in the following forms:
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Neandertals left their tracks, above, behind. Have they left more with us? In our toes?
Yes, it is called the Celtic toe, Morton's toe, or the Roman toe. The medical profession tends to think something is wrong with having a Celtic toe, and it is labeled a Morton's toe. Some people have them cut off, as if there is some kind of pathology involved with having such a large digit. Archaeology has discussed the finds of such toes for years.
Ten percent of all Americans have them (due to their Irish-Scottish background, reportedly), but some nationalities, like Greeks, have these toes show up 90% of the time. Lady Liberty of the famed Ellis Island's Statue of Liberty has Celtic toes.
Some highly speculative notions have been published that the Celtic toe is Neandertal in nature. But do the tracks of Neandertals even show Celtic toes?
Most Bigfooters don't think that the Celtic toe ever shows up in Bigfoot/Sasquatch tracks? Is that true? Not really.
Are all toes of Bigfoot really only gradually shorter than their large toes? Variety is the key here. In the tracks of Sasquatch, for example in the Grays Harbor series of 1982, it does seem there is evidence of apparent Celtic toes. In the Patterson-Gimlin Filmsite tracks, Celtic toes are not visible.
Visitors to the International Cryptozoology Museum sometimes share their Celtic and other intriguing toes with the staff.
How many of you have a Celtic toe?
A photograph (directly below) of a 1.5 million-year-old footprint found among others at a Northern Kenya site showing good definition of the toe pads; the second toe is partially obscured by the third toe (but is longer than the big toe). The researchers identified the footprints as probably belonging to a member of Homo ergaster, an early form of Homo erectus. Credit: Matthew Bennett/Bournemouth University, Feb 2009.


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Add a DAC (digital to analog convertor) to your Raspberry Pi
We have a new tutorial - Already mastered Analog Inputs with the Pi, and looking for a new challenge? How about: How can I generate an analog output on the Pi?!
There are several ways you can accomplish this, but one of the easiest and most flexible is to use a dedicated IC called a Digital to Analog Convertor (or DAC). A DAC allows you to specify a numeric value (0..255 for an 8-bit DAC, 0..4095 for a 12-bit DAC, etc.), and the IC will output a voltage based on the supply voltage, and relative to that numeric value. For example, using a 12-bit DAC like the MCP4725 we'll be using here, setting the value to 2048 on a 3.3V system will results in ~1.65V output on the DAC.
This guide will show you everything you need to know to be able to generate precise analog outputs using your Pi and the MCP4725 12-Bit I2C DAC, from connecting everything up, to how to use our easy Python library.
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Ore investigates the problem with red kites
Bird experts are asking the public to stop feeding red kites after reports of them swooping down to steal food off school pupils.
About 40 years ago there were only a few pairs of the birds of prey in the UK and special projects have reintroduced them to the wild.
But the red kites have tried to take food from students in Watlington, Oxfordshire.
Pupils have been told not to eat their lunches in the playing fields.
One student, Joe, said: "Red kites come and swarm around everyone when they're eating. They've swooped down to grab it out of our hand."
Red kites were reintroduced to the Chilterns area in the 1990s after becoming extinct in England.
Red kite facts
Became extinct in England in 1871
Typical diet of mice, moles, worms, small rabbits and carrion
Average wingspan 1.5m!
A 2011 RSPB survey recorded 2,000 breeding pairs, an increase of more than 130% from the year before.
Bird experts says that people need to stop feeding the red kites, which will encourage them to hunt - and their population will spread out as they find their own hunting ground.
Cathy Rose, from the Chilterns Conservation Board, said: "We should not encourage them to come down by putting additional food out.
"Then their numbers will actually become balanced with the amount of food that nature can provide for them.
"Let them survive naturally in the wild and they will control their own numbers that way."


Trimming Buds: Wet Trimming vs Dry Trimming
There is a long and drawn-out process before you will be able to smoke your weed. Trimming is just a single part of it and also one of the most boring things to do with marijuana.
You will be stuck for hours staring at wee, but the trimming is rather important as leaving some of the unwanted leaves and buds on the plant can and will hinder the quality of THC.
Trimming also affects the look, reduces mold formation, and grants smoother smoking.
Trimming is the action you do next after growing the plant. Although it might appear boring, it is rather important and worth your time and effort, due to the ultimate result.
Wet Trimming
Wet trimming is the faster one as it is all done in just one sitting. It can be done as soon as you harvest your flowers. Ultra sticky because of the water that is still in the flower, cut the branch near the node with a pair of curved trimming scissors. Each branch has several buds so try not to detach them until the trimming is near the end. Prepare scissors and a tray and put the gloves on your hands so you will prevent getting resin on your hands.
Now it is the trimming time. Cut away all the sugar leaves on each bud of each branch. Carefully use your curved scissor so you don't damage the flower. Some sugar leaves will prevail but that is normal, as some can be concealed by the body of the bud.
Pros and Cons of Wet Trimming
Wet trimming has several ups and downs.
By doing the wet trim it is much easier to remove sugar and fan leaves since during dry trim they get shriveled and dried up.
Drying is also a lot quicker as less moisture-filled foliage is attached to the flowers.
Wet trimming gives you a more pleasing final look at the plant and buds.
According to sources, wet trim also affects less the quality of the buds as trichomes remain intact, preserving terpenes and flavors of the final product.
Wet trimming is a rather sticky method and you can get trichomes all over your body, fingers, scissors, and everything else.
When starting wet trimming, there is no pause and you will need to cut all your plants down and separate branches and trim them right away.
Drying and Curing
Once you have completed trimming, before smoking it you need to dry and cure your beautiful buds. Put them on a drying rack in a room with ventilation and lightly heated. When they are dry, remove the buds from the individual buds from the branches and leave them in jars for curing.
Dry Trimming
Dry trimming is performed between drying and curing. Harvest your plants and cut them at the base. After this hang them upside down and leave them in a warm room with ventilation. After the drying period, cut off an individual branch and prepare them for trimming. Before trimming, wash your hands and put on a pair of gloves. Take the scissors in your hands and start cutting away all the sugar leaves from each bud. Cut the buds one at a time as this will make it easier for you to cure and store them. Once the trimming is completed load the buds into the curing jars.
Pros and Cons of Dry Trimming
Just like wet trimming, dry trim also has its benefits and drawbacks.
A lot less messy than the wet trimmings since the trichomes are hardened.
As you keep plants hung to dry it slows the express loss of terpenes.
Unfortunately, the less messy trichomes become rather brittle as they dry out and are very prone to breakage. Handle them with care as you don't want the loss of trichomes and THC levels.
Space might be the problem since the entirely hanged plants take much more space than the chopped plants. You should make sure that you have an adequate drying space before you start the dry trimming.
Which is Better: Wet or Dry Trimming?
The most important question is of course whether you should trim the plant wet after it was freshly harvested or after leaving it for a few days to dry.
Several pros and cons are there to weigh on the right choice, and the quality of the weed depends on many factors.
Harvesters have argued on both methods with pros and cons for each one, but have agreed that trimming is one of the most important processes in weed growing. It takes a lot of time, but at the final stage, you are awarded a delicate smell, taste, and feel.
Dry trimming gives you a better aroma but also it takes longer than wet trimming, while the wet trimming is faster, mold formation is dramatically lower in percentage, but the flowers and their extracts are of lower quality, and loss of resin and terpenes is unavoidable.
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The influence of direct mail marketing on buyer purchasing decisions: A qualitative analysis of perceptions by age group
With a continued suggestion of online replacing offline, this study has uncovered, through qualitative methods, a variety of benefits, perceptions and implications of direct mail on the overall intention to purchase. It identifies three key areas in which direct mail can impact the decision to purchase, as well as providing an analysis of the effect of age on the uncovered factors. It also provides insight in to the situations where it can be best applied. Finally, it draws a conclusion on the overall findings of this research, which support the continued use of direct mail as a future advertising method.


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Mecsek Mountains, also called Baranya Mountains, mountain range in southern Hungary. The range consists of a fractured local fold system of an origin contemporaneous with the Carpathian Mountains. The Mecsek emerged from beneath the sea in the Mesozoic Era (which began about 250 million years ago) and reached mountain proportions when the surrounding crystalline rocks sank again. Its present appearance is that of a broad dissected limestone plateau, with cols and valleys along the fault lines. The largest transverse fault line breaks the system into two parts: the Eastern Mecsek rises to 2,237 feet (682 metres) at Zengő; the Western Mecsek, reaching 2,008 feet (612 metres) at Tubes, has extensive sandstones and shales. Toward the north, the Mecsek range merges into the Tolna-Baranya hills. The south margin sharply overlooks the Pécs plain. A Mediterranean climate and a high total of annual sunshine hours are favourable to fruit growing (even figs) and viticulture.
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Bose, M and Kumaran, V (2004) Velocity distribution for a two-dimensional sheared granular flow. In: Physical Review E (Statistical, Nonlinear, and Soft Matter Physics), 69. 061301/1-16.
The velocity distribution for a two-dimensional collection of disks of number density n per unit area and radius a in a channel of width L is studied. The particle-particle collisions are considered to be inelastic with a coefficient of restitution e, while the particle-wall coefficients of restitution are inelastic with a tangential and normal coefficients of restitution, et and en, respectively. The Knudsen number, which is the ratio of the channel width and the mean free path of the particles, is varied from Kn1 to Kn1. In the limit of high Knudsen number, the distribution function for the streamwise velocity is bimodal, as predicted by theory [V. Kumaran, J. Fluid Mech., 340, 3l9 (1997)], and the scalings of the moments of the velocity distribution with the Knudsen number are in agreement with the theory. In the low Knudsen number limit, the distribution function for the streamwise velocity is a Gaussian if the coefficient of restitution is close to 1, but assumes the form of a "composite Gaussian" if the coefficient of restitution is not close to 1. The distribution function has a complex structure in the intermediate regime, where there are three maxima in the distribution function near the wall, while the distribution function is bimodal at the center. The granular temperature is accurately predicted by kinetic theory at the center of the channel, but there is dissipation at the wall due to inelastic particle-wall collisions, which results in a significant decrease in the temperature even when the coefficient of restitution is 0.9; this finding is in agreement with previous results with bumpy wall boundary conditions and with specular reflection conditions. The slip velocity at the wall has a power law dependence on the Knudsen number, and the exponent in this power law depends on the coefficients of restitution.
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Australian Word Map
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Australian English has two classes of regional words. For some items, speakers must use a regional term because there is no word that is used all over Australia. For example, there is no word used everywhere in Australia for the type of sausage known variously as Belgium sausage, Byron sausage, devon, Empire sausage, fritz, German sausage, luncheon sausage, polony, Strasburg, and Windsor sausage.
For other items there is a word used everywhere in Australia, but there is also a regional word.
The map below indicates the Word Map Regional Language Divisions numbered 1 through to 27:
Map of Australia
« Rollover anywhere on the map to highlight the Australian Word Map Regional Language Divisions.
Here is the list of Word Map Regional Language Divisions. Rollover the region names to highlight the corresponding area on the map.
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Changes in climate factors such as warmer air temperatures and extreme fluctuations in precipitation as a result of rising CO2 concentration may significantly impact plant growth and crop productivity. Over the past several years a range of research initiatives have been conducted to better understand responses of the cotton system to this changing environment.
This review explores projected climatic changes throughout Australian cotton regions, summarises studies that assess the impact on productivity, and investigations to help mitigate potential negative effects.


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Wetland Education Basics for Outdoor Oriented Teaching
Project WEBFOOT is an international, interdisciplinary education outreach program and curriculum created by Ducks Unlimited to bring wetland education to life for 4th-6th grade students.
The fascinating world of wetlands is all around us. It exists in the many marshes, rivers, ponds, and swamps found throughout North America, even among our cities and suburbs. But wetlands aren't spectacular, high-profile places like mountains and canyons. They don't jump out and grab our attention. Instead, they perform their critical functions slowly and quietly—out of sight and, more often than not, out of mind.
Because many people are unaware of the tremendous value wetlands provide for our environment, economy, and well being, these amazing places continue to be destroyed at an alarming rate. To reverse this trend we must educate young people about the importance of wetlands, and empower them to make informed decisions about the future of these vital habitats.
The goal of Project WEBFOOT is to raise awareness and appreciation of wetlands among students, teachers, parents, and communities. Just as wetlands are a critical part of the interconnected web of life, each member of Project WEBFOOT has an important role to play in this exciting outreach program.
New Education Partnership Highlights World Wetlands Day
Ducks Unlimited & Project WET Join Forces
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– Ducks Unlimited (DU) and Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) today announced an education partnership to celebrate World Wetlands Day that will benefit water, wetlands, wildlife and people across North America


3D Secure? What is it?
3D Secure is a protocol designed to be an additional security layer for online credit and debit card transactions. The name refers to the "three domains" which interact using the protocol:
 - Merchant/Acquirer domain (the financial institution and merchant to which the money is being paid).
 - Issuer domain (the financial institution which issued the card being used).
 - Interoperability domain (the infrastructure provided by the card scheme, e.g. Mastercard, VISA etc)


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Successful engagement to the government was a simple meeting checked box. Successful engagement takes investment in time in building and establishing a trusting relationship. As in any relationship, you start by spending time together at a grassroots, basic ground level foundation. Early and often. Live amongst each other, learn and understand the great and not so great things about each other. All involved be open and honest about what the needs, the wants and the desired outcomes, the bottom lines are. Work hard together to achieve that. Have local Indigenous peoples within the entity to understand that worldview and articulate that to the Indigenous groups and vice versa. Ongoing dialogue and immersing into each others culture and ways of being. At the very least, throw the agenda out and attempt to understand the nature of each other.


Roche Abbey
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Unusual in that the site was gifted to the Cistercian order by two benefactors, Roche was one of the first abbey churches to be built completely in the new Perpendicular Gothic style, and was said to be astonishingly beautiful.
Founded in 1147 building in stone probably began around 30 years later from the adjacent magnesium limestone which was of very fine quality. Indeed Roche stone was so highly prized it was used in the construction of Winsdsor Casle.
Situated over Maltby Beck between the former great forests of Sherwood and Barnsdale the monastry was close to the castles of Tickhill and Conisbrough in what is now South Yorkshire. There is a legend that Robin Hood came to Roche for mass, and indeed the abbey is central to the area recorded in the very early ballards.
The house was originally colonised by monks from Newminster Abbey in Northumberland, which itself was the daughter house of Fountains Abbey, near Ripon, so Roche was itself affiliated to Fountains. The abbey never developed extensive holdings but still played a role in important national affairs.
Surrendered in 1538 during the Dissolution of the Monasteries it was pilaged and ransacked by the local population before it could be dismantled by the King's commissionaries.


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I am trying to "protect" a worksheet, i want to set certain cells to have certain fill functions and borders but still allow users to enter information HOWEVER(!) also want to allow the copy and paste functionto speed up information entry rather than having to manually type
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You can protect certain cells from all changes, but not just formatting. However, most versions of Excel support "Paste Special" where you can select to only paste values or functions (not formatting). In Excel 2007 this was changed to "Paste As" with a drop-down menu in the ribbon.
There are many combinations of what it will and won't paste.
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 1. Do all of the formatting you need to do first.
 2. Highlight the cells you want to protect the format in, right-click and select "Format Cells", select the "Protection" tab and uncheck "Locked"
 3. Go to the Review ribbon, select "Protect Sheet" and in the pop-up, make sure that "Format" is unchecked.
That should do it unless I've misunderstood your question
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You cannot enforce this through the standard settings. You would have to add some code to check for changes in the worksheet and set the formats back.
Alternatively, you could override the PASTE function in Excel (using VBA) so that it only ever pasted values (which is the option you want that doesn't also paste the format).
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 1. The land in the time of Jesus
 2. Click on the picture below to have a look at Bible Maps online
 3. Features of the land in the time of Jesus
 4. Water The places in which Jesus grew up are very dry areas. There was not much rain and so water was very important to the people. As there wasn't very much rain, people used springs and wells to get water for their families.
 5. Water was used to show welcome and hospitality to people. When someone visited a home they would be welcomed by having their feet washed and dried. Water was also used for sacred times. Jewish people washed their hands before and after meals, and also had ritual baths, called mikvehs.
 6. Land formation
 7. The land around the area of Palestine and Israel is very rocky and has many hills.
 8. Sea of Galilee The sea of Galilee is really a large lake. The lake is not very deep and the water in the lake comes from the Jordan River.
 9. Regions, towns and cities
 10. Jerusalem Jerusalem was the most important city in the first century world that Jesus lived in. The city was built on top of mountains long before the time of Jesus, when David was King. In Jerusalem was the Temple that was built by Solomon.
 11. Galilee Galilee was in the north of the country and was a place where many people farmed and grew crops.
 12. Capernaum Capernaum, and the small villages around there, was the place where Jesus taught and healed people. There was a synagogue in the middle of the town where Jesus would have prayed and shared his message. Capernaum was also the home town of the apostles Peter, James, Andrew and John, and the tax collector Matthew.
 13. Jericho is one of the oldest towns in the area. It is not far from the Dead Sea. In the time of Jesus people travelling from Galilee to Jerusalem would go through Jericho. The roads around Jericho were winding and the terrain was very rough. The area was dangerous to travel through. Jericho
 14. Sepphoris was a city that was built on the side of a valley. The city was close to Nazareth. There were large market places and an ampitheatre for entertainment. Sepphoris


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The Leapfrog Group, a national employer -‐ driven nonprofit watchdog organization, asks hospitals to report their performance each year and makes this information public, so health care consumers and purchasers can use it to compare hospitals and make the best choice for surgical care. The Leapfrog Hospital Survey focuses on four specific surgical procedures because they are both common and high -‐ risk, and the survival rates for these procedures vary widely across hospitals. Leapfrog calculates predicted survival rates, by hospital, for each type of surgery.


How to: Integrate with the Telerik® Data Access Enhancer
How to: Integrate with the Telerik® Data Access Enhancer
When you use the Fluent Mapping API, you need to create a custom fluent context class that derives from the OpenAccessContext class. It will represent the shape of your model and will act as a gateway to your database. Next you could start writing queries against your context, load data, insert, update and delete objects from the database. However, there is a significant issue regarding the Telerik Data Access Enhancer. Telerik Data Access uses Enhancer, which is a special enhancer program, to read and process compiled.NET assemblies for adding persistence capability. The Enhancer can be called from the command line, but normally the enhancer is called directly by Visual Studio during build time to process the.NET assemblies in your project. The Enhancer injects the lazy loading and change tracking code into your persistent classes and replaces the read and write calls to persistent fields. Enhancement must be executed on all assemblies containing persistent classes or code that touches public fields of persistent objects. If you have used one of the Telerik Data Access wizards to configure your project, the enhancement is already configured and everything runs out of the box. Nevertheless, it is sometimes necessary to understand how the enhancer is called. Especially to integrate the enhancer into an automatic build process. The enhancer has to collect all the mapping information for the assembly that you want to enhance and the referenced assemblies which contain persistent classes as well. Telerik Data Access has two mechanisms to define the mapping - either XML only or CLR Attributes only. If you have added Telerik Data Access Domain Model via the "Add New Item" to your project, the enhancement is already added to the MsBuild project file and no changes are necessary. However, fluent mapping means that there isn't an.RLINQ file. That's why you have to enhance your project manually. Or in other words, you have to integrate the Telerik Data Access Enhancer in your Fluent Mapping project.
When you use the Telerik Data Access Fluent Library template, the Telerik Data Access Enhancer is automatically integrated in your project.
Import the OpenAccess.targets
To integrate the Telerik Data Access Enhanced:
 1. Right-click on your project in the Solution Explorer and select Unload Project.
 2. Again in the Solution Explorer, right-click on the unloaded project and select Edit ProjectName.csproj.
 3. In your csproj file, find a line like this one:
 And import the following code after the aforementioned line:
 Project="$(MSBuildExtensionsPath)\OpenAccess.targets" />
 4. Save your changes. Right-click on your project in the Solution Explorer and select Reload Project.
By implementing the above-mentioned steps you guarantee that the Telerik Data Access Enhancer will be integrated with your Fluent Mapping project. Check out the next topic to see how to troubleshoot your fluent mapping applications.


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Part of a fountain pen that fills using a sack mechanism. The pressure bar is a flat piece of metal (usually brass) that sits between the sack and the barrel of the pen. It is manipulated from an input on the outside of the pen (typically a button at the end of the barrel, or a lever on the side of the pen).
This manipulation either moves or bows the pressure bar, which, in turn, compresses the sack. Everything in the sack is expelled, including ink and air (be careful where you point that thing!). Once the pressure on the bar is removed, the sack is allowed to expand. A vacumm is created, drawing in whatever the surrounds the nib (again, ink, air, or water).
As mentioned buttons and levers are the most common methods of manipulating a pressure bar.