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Chief Beira of KGB in Moscow, by Claude Rutagengwa

In Stalin's Moscow, a man shouted in public, "The whole world is suffering because of one man!"




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The Treasure of Zoroaster, by Ken Mulholland (Australia)

BlackEagle Girls The first grey streaks of dawn were staining the east as the Black Eagle settled outside a ground-floor bedroom window of Monique's new home and the five girls drifted from the old tree house and slipped silently within. Gently Belinda and Narenda guided a nodding Surban to her bed and, after getting her into her night attire, settled her under the covers. In a matter of moments she was breathing deeply, her eyes shut fast, the bag that contained her secret treasure, still clutched firmly to her chest.




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Point to Ponder on ways of being

Received recently from Rikkity




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Christmas Gifts of the Rich and Famous

Have you ever wondered what famous people get each other for the Christmas? Now you can find out and the list is extraordinary and very tongue in cheek.




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Alianza Empowers Service Providers To Grow Cloud Communications Revenue With A Robust Cloud PBX Integration For Microsoft Teams

Alianza, Inc.amp;nbsp;today introduced Alianza for Microsoft Teams, a new and powerful solution that gives service providers a robust cloud PBX voice solution for Microsoft Teams.




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2023 State Of Cyber Assets Report Reveals Nearly 600% Annual Growth In Vulnerable Cloud Attack Surface

JupiterOne, the leading cyber asset visibility and management company, today announced the release of its second annual State of Cyber Assets Report (SCAR). The report analyzed more than 291amp;nbsp;million assets, findings, and policies to establish the current state of enterprise cloud assets, including cloud and physical environments of devices, networks, apps, data,amp;nbsp;and users.amp;nbsp;




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CloudWyze Boosts Coverage Of Its High-Speed Fiber Network In Nash County, NC

CloudWyze, a homegrown North Carolina internet and managed service provider and GREAT Grant recipient, is expanding service inNash County, N.C. in their continued efforts to close the digital divide.




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SAP And Google Cloud Expand Partnership To Build The Future Of Open Data And AI For Enterprises

Today, SAP SE and Google Cloud announced an extensive expansion of their partnership, introducing a comprehensive open data offering designed to simplify data landscapes and unleash the power of business data. The offering enables customers to build an end-to-end data cloud that brings data from across the enterprise landscape using the SAPamp;reg; Datasphere solution together with Google's data cloud, so businesses can view their entire data estates in real time and maximize value from their Google Cloud and SAP software investments.




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Industry-Leading Cloud Hosting Provider 'gotomyerp' Now Offering $3,000 In Free Consulting For Businesses Interested In Secure Hosting Solutions

Gotomyerp, a leading cloud hosting provider for QuickBooks, SAP, Sage Cloud applications, and other third-party ERP (enterprise resource planning) business applications across the United States, Canada, and Mexico is celebrating its 16th year of offering secure and reliable enterprise cloud hosting solutions for businesses with a special offer for new clientele.




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SAP And Microsoft Collaborate On Joint Generative AI Offerings To Help Customers Address The Talent Gap

Today, SAP SE announced the next step in its long-standing partnership with Microsoft, using the latest in enterprise-ready generative AI innovation to help solve customers' most fundamental business challenges. The companies will collaborate on integrating SAPamp;reg;SuccessFactorsamp;reg; solutions with Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot in Viva Learning, as well as Microsoft's AzureOpenAI Service to access powerful language models that analyze and generate natural language. The integrations will enable new experiences designed to improve how organizations attract, retain and skill their people.




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Blog Titles, Cool Software

For years I've only put the date as the title of each of my blog entries. A bit boring, wouldn't you say? The date doesn't do much to help figure out what the post is about. So from now on I've decided to put something to better identify each Blog post.

Here's a site I never saw before. Put up by Intel, it's called "Cool Software" at: http://coolsw.intel.com. If you search there for "genealogy", there are two entries, one for Geni, and one for MyHeritage.




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Two Types of Problems

The last thing to do before I issue the next release is to eliminate the log file and move the messages that were reported in the log file into the File Information section of the Everything Report.

In doing so, I am revisiting all the error and warning messages that Behold produced. I'm rewriting them and making their text customizable (so different languages can be supported) and making them selectable (so they can be turned off if you don't want them).

I see that I can classify them into two types: Possible GEDCOM problems and possible data errors.

GEDCOM standards have changed over time, and every program outputs its data into GEDCOM in slightly different forms, often not conforming to the latest GEDCOM standard. I've made Behold to be very forgiving so that it reads everything possible. But when Behold reads files that may be GEDCOM but seem to have something wrong with them, Behold will report these to let you know. Maybe the file was truncated or maybe the character set was wrong. But Behold will still read as much data as possible from the file and try to continue processing. Often you can just ignore these GEDCOM errors knowing that Behold will read everything it can.

But you will want to look at the problems reported as possible data errors. These will tell you where you might need to fix your data. For example, there might be duplicate IDs, multiple husbands, missing links or undefined sources. To fix these, you'll need to go into your genealogy program that created the GEDCOM and update your data. When version 2 of Behold is out, you'll be able to fix your data right in Behold.

The messages up to now were are real hodge-podge. I added them as I developed. They are inconsistent in form and style. So I am now turning each into one of the two types: GEDCOM problems and data problems, improving their default text and getting them to work in a consistent way. There are over 50 of these messages, and I'm going through them one by one. This should take a couple of days and then the new release will be out.




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The Joys(?) of Open Source Software

I thought it would be good to install the same packages on my own computer that I'll have on my new website. That way, I could experiment and set up the site the way I wanted without doing it live.

So off I went, merrily downloading the scripting language PHP, the database MySQL, the database manager phpMyAdmin, the list manager phpList, the blog tool WordPress and the forum software Vanilla.

Mine is a Windows machine. I already have experience with the Web Server IIS that comes with Windows. It was just a matter of installing the other packages under it. Should only take a few hours, shouldn't it.

Well, yes. It only took a few hours for the install. What wasn't easy was getting the settings right. It took the next three days to track down and fix all the problems that prevented anything/everything from working. I had a wonderful set of error messages pop up, such as: "Cannot load mysql extension. Please check your PHP configuration.", "Your PHP installation appears to be missing the MySQL which is required for WordPress", "Permission denied (13)" mysql windows" and "access denied for user "ODBC'@'localhost'". Look up any of those phrases on Google, and you'll see I'm not alone in encountering them.

So after researching each of these in sequence and trying the various fixes that were suggested for Windows and IIS, I made very slow frustrating progress.

Luckily, I found a page that gave me everything I needed and let me finally get the settings right. Ironically, it is a documentation site for a genealogy program. The program is phpgedview, and is an open source program to view and edit your genealogy on your website. It has been around for years and I am quite familiar with it. If you know something about programming in PHP and have your own website, it's an excellent product to make your genealogy web-based.

But take a look at the great instruction page they have that helped me out. It's extremely well layed out, simple to follow, pictures at every step, and it works. I only wish I found it three days ago. Oh well. At least that's done now.




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Quality In The Details: Benefits Of A Mobile Car Detailing Service

Finding a shop that offers car detailing can often be a tedious process. Especially for those who have recently moved and are unsure of their surroundings, knowing where to look can sometimes be frustrating. Customers may also be unsure of what is a reputable company. Luckily, car detailing services have now gone mobile. Rather than the customer physically going to a shop to have the service completed, the service is simply brought straight to the customer's doorstep. Here are a few benefits of choosing this forward-thinking service. 

Comes to You

One of the best perks of a mobile car detailing service is that the services comes directly to the customer. Without having to leave their doorstep, an appointment can easily be made by calling the shop and setting a date and timeframe. The mobile service will simply arrive at the agreed-upon time and complete the service. With such a convenient ability to come to the customer, the work can be completed while the customer goes about their day. Since most car detailing services last a few hours, the customer does not have to deal with waiting in an uncomfortable waiting room without access to a car and can simply relax at home while the service is completed.  

Find the Right Provider

Another perk to going with a mobile car detailing service is overall quality. Since many car detailing companies compete with each other, it is easy to pick out those who deliver quality service and results at reasonable prices. Checking online reviews of local mobile car detailing services beforehand can help eliminate companies that the customer is not interested in. What should stand out to the customer is what others have to say regarding their service. Excellent testimonials that speak of quality work, professional attitudes, punctuality and competitive prices will lead the customer to a mobile car detailing service that will be a perfect fit.

With these benefits to keep in mind, going with a mobile car detailing service is simply the most convenient and reliable method the customer can choose. Not only will the convenience of having the service come to the customer be a plus, but knowing that the work completed is done with customer satisfaction in mind will also be hard to beat. Even with the hustle and bustle of daily life, car detailing does not have to be a hassle. Through a mobile car detailing service, convenience and quality come together for a finished product that will be sure to turn heads. Look for a mobile car detailing service in your area. 




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The Benefits of Auto Detailing

Auto detailing goes far beyond a simple car wash. It is a meticulous process that involves cleaning, restoring, and finishing both the interior and exterior of a vehicle to achieve a show-quality level of detail. This process offers numerous benefits that every car owner should consider.

Enhanced Appearance

One of the most noticeable benefits of auto detailing is the enhanced appearance of your vehicle. Professional detailing can remove surface imperfections, such as scratches, swirls, and oxidation, leaving your car looking brand new. This not only improves the aesthetic appeal but also helps maintain the vehicle's value over time.

Improved Resale Value

When it comes time to sell or trade-in your vehicle, a well-maintained car will always fetch a higher price. Auto detailing helps preserve the car's exterior paint and interior finishes, making it more appealing to potential buyers. A detailed car signals that the owner has taken good care of the vehicle, which can significantly boost its resale value.

Protection from the Elements

Regular auto detailing provides a protective layer against environmental hazards. The application of wax, sealants, and ceramic coatings creates a barrier that shields the car's paint from UV rays, acid rain, bird droppings, and road salt. This protection extends the life of the paintwork and reduces the likelihood of rust and corrosion.

Enhanced Comfort and Safety

A clean car is a comfortable car. Interior detailing involves thorough cleaning and conditioning of all surfaces, including seats, carpets, and dashboards. This process removes dust, dirt, and allergens, creating a healthier environment for the driver and passengers. Additionally, clean windows and mirrors improve visibility, enhancing overall driving safety.

Extended Lifespan of Vehicle Components

Auto detailing is not just about aesthetics; it also involves maintaining and preserving various components of the vehicle. Regular cleaning and conditioning of leather seats, for example, prevent cracking and fading. Likewise, keeping the engine bay clean can improve the vehicle's performance and extend its lifespan.

Cost-Effective Maintenance

Investing in regular auto detailing can save money in the long run. You can avoid costly repairs and replacements by maintaining the car's exterior and interior surfaces. For instance, removing contaminants from the paintwork prevents permanent damage that could require expensive repainting.

Enhanced Driving Experience

Driving a clean and well-maintained car enhances the overall driving experience. The feeling of stepping into a fresh, spotless vehicle can boost your mood and make every drive more enjoyable. The attention to detail in every corner of the car reflects the pride and care put into maintaining it.

Learn more from a company near you like Grizzly Clean.




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The Benefits of Vehicle Detailing

Vehicle detailing goes beyond a simple wash and wax. It is a meticulous process that addresses both the interior and exterior of your vehicle, providing a thorough cleaning and rejuvenation. The benefits of regular vehicle detailing extend beyond aesthetics, impacting the longevity, value, and overall experience of vehicle ownership.

Enhance Your Vehicle’s Appearance

Regular detailing can significantly enhance the appearance of your vehicle. The process involves polishing the exterior to remove scratches, swirl marks, and imperfections, restoring your car's paint to its original glory. A well-detailed car stands out, showcasing a glossy finish that makes it look like it just rolled off the showroom floor. Interior detailing ensures that every nook and cranny is cleaned, leaving the cabin fresh and inviting.

Protect Your Investment

One of the key benefits of vehicle detailing is protection. By applying wax or sealant, detailing creates a barrier that protects your vehicle’s paint from UV rays, road salt, oxidation, and other environmental contaminants. This layer of protection helps maintain the exterior's integrity, preventing fading and corrosion. Inside, cleaning and conditioning the upholstery, carpets, and dashboard prevent wear and tear, preserving the interior's value over time.

Improve Resale Value

Detailing your vehicle before selling or trading it can significantly boost its resale value. A meticulously maintained car attracts more buyers and fetches a higher price. Buyers frequently pay a premium for vehicles that are immaculate and well-maintained, both inside and out. Detailed work indicates to potential buyers that the car has been meticulously cared for, providing reassurance about its condition and history.

Enhance Safety and Functionality

Vehicle detailing contributes to safety by ensuring that headlights, taillights, and windows are clean and clear. Properly detailed lights improve visibility at night or in adverse weather conditions, while streak-free windows enhance overall driving safety. Additionally, detailing can improve the functionality of your vehicle by keeping components such as the engine bay clean, ensuring optimal performance.

Enjoy a Better Driving Experience

A clean, fresh-smelling interior enhances the driving experience, making your time behind the wheel more enjoyable. Detailing removes allergens, dust, and bacteria from your vehicle, promoting a healthier environment. The attention to detail in cleaning every surface contributes to a more pleasant and comfortable ride, whether you're commuting to work or embarking on a road trip.

In conclusion, vehicle detailing offers numerous benefits that go beyond simply having a clean car. By enhancing appearance, protecting your investment, improving resale value, ensuring safety, and elevating the driving experience, detailing proves to be a wise investment for any vehicle owner. Consider regular detailing as part of your vehicle maintenance routine to keep your car looking and performing its best.

For more info, contact a local company like Ted's Express Car Wash.




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Dedicated IP hosting - benefits of using a static over shared IP address

Is web hosting with dedicated (static) IP address better than having a shared IP address for your website? Due to the rapid increase of the number of registered domain names and the finite number of IP addresses, web hosting providers are forced to use shared IP's when possible. In fact, hundreds of websites often share the same address. Dedicated IP hosting is no longer the norm and usually costs more.




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New version of Site Search Engine - a free Windows program that creates a site specific search engine

Version 1.10. The new check box 'Empty list' can help if you don't like having all the pages indexed to show up when the search string is empty.




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New version of Secure HTML - a free Windows program that creates password protected Web pages

Version 1.6. The new command line parameter -s (Silent - no errors or warnings) has been added.




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Glamour of the Kill Glamour Of The Kill

It has been three years away from the limelight of the stage but they are back and just as entertaining!




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You Me At Six Take Off Your Colours Tour

Although it has been ten years since this album was released they played it like it was created yesterday.




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Queens of the Stone Age From The Archives 2

Looking back to 2010 now and a review of what proved to be a truly brilliant set by QOTSA at Reading Festival.




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Born Of Osiris - The Simulation

Born Of Osiris




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Legion of the Damned - Slaves Of The Shadow Realm

Legion Of The Damned




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John Garcia & The Band Of Gold - John Garcia & The Band Of Gold

John Garcia




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Ingested - Stinking Cesspool Of Liquified Human Remnants

Ingested




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Of Mice & Men Announce Tour

Band unveil their first set of UK and European dates for FOUR years!




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The Offspring Release New Track

Ahead of an appearance at DL2024 The Offspring unveil new music!




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Glamour Of The Kill

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Take Off Your Colours Tour

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The Works of Horace, Bound

This posting outlines how I bound the (almost) complete works of Horace.

  • Keywords: book binding; librarianship;
  • Source: This posting was originally published as a part of Infomotions's Musings.




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Reading texts through the use of network graphs

This blog posting describes how I have begun to use network graphs to illustrate ("read") texts.

  • Keywords: network graphs; reading;
  • Source: This posting was originally published as a part of Infomotions's Musings.




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