Monday 30 July 2012

And The Greatest Med Tech Invention Of The Last 166 Years Is....

A recent poll conducted by the British Medical Journal recently surveyed over eleven thousand random people from all over the world with a view to answering the question; 
 "What is the greatest med tech advancement in the last two hundred years?". 



The answer was quite remarkable. 

"Sewers".

Specifically it was improvements to our sewer systems that took the win and while something I feel we all take for granted these days - I cannot help but think they make a good point.
So it seems that a well functioning, sanitised, sewer system is of greater importance than other med tech breakthroughs such as PET scanners, anti-biotics and life saving vaccines.

Prof Johan Mackenbach from the Erasmus University in Amsterdam remarked that a better sewer system is directly responsible for the bettering of general hygeine and in turn leads to a healthier general public.
"In 2002, heavily polluted water, poor sanitation & bad hygiene directly responsible for over two million fatalities from diarrheia in third world countries."

"Without a doubt, good hygeine and effective waste removal still plays a critical role in increasing our general hygeine both presently and in the years to come," Mackenbach remarked to the British Broadcasting Co-operation. 

In light of the recent med tech findings Michael Adam, a health advocate and acclaimed med tech author recently remarked that recent breakthroughs in medicine is not match for increased health improvements accross the globe and conceded that it is something us Westerners often take for granted.

"The truth about public sanitation and our health is that practically all improvements in life expectancy over the last hundred years or so is due to public sanitation, not modern medical science.” he said.

“Most drug sellers tend to say that conventional medicine is saving X number of lives per year and generally people are living a lot longer lives today than they were previously, but the simple fact of the matter is that the most glory should go to the implementation of our sewage systems.”
Controversially he went on to say that if the USA reverted to natural-based medicines instead of standard, over the counter medicines then; "life expectancy will increase tenfold".

Background:

One of the earliest known recordings of pubic hygeine dates back to the early eighteen hundreds to try and counter the spread of cholera after it was eventually established that it was coming in through the water supply. 

By switching off particular water-pumps (which contained polluted water), they were able to better understand how their water supply was becoming contaminated leading to a better general understanding of water hygeiene. This was the birth of a massive operation to deal with waste in a more controlled, safer and more hygienic way.

For the latest in cutting edge med tech news please visit us at www.med-techinnovation.com to read this and similar articles.
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What A Beautiful Life

Ball Gown Sweetheart Beaded Taffeta Prom Dress (112803) 

This taffeta prom dress features ball gown silhouette and sweetheart neckline.Beading and embroidery accent the bodice.Ruched bottom.This dress is available in the colors showed on the color palette.and available from size 2 to size 28.We also offer a made-to-measurement service if you need. Flattering charming bodice adds a touch of sparkle. Wearing it can make you perfect for any party and event. It will give a fresh look. If you want to be elegant and noble. it can make your requirments realized.

Sunday 29 July 2012

Three Famous Data Thefts and How to Avoid Them

With the ever increasing risk of data loss and theft, it has become important for businesses and corporations to manage their data in line with strict measures and procedures. In recent years, large corporations and government bodies have faced hefty fines because of their own failings. With strict data protection legislation being enforced, as well as the risk of losing customer support, many have turned to third party companies to look after their data storage or destruction needs.

Improper Destruction of Data

In June 2012, Brighton and Sussex NHS Trust were ordered to pay a £325,000 fine when it was revealed that computer hard drives containing the sensitive information of thousands of patients had been stolen. The data included staff details, national insurance numbers, home addresses, hospital IDs and even information relating to criminal convictions. The theft occurred when an IT worker was instructed to destroy over 1,000 hard drives at Brighton Hospital. Rather than destroy them properly, several of the hard drives were auctioned on eBay, eventually being purchased by a data recovery company. The hospital was unable to explain how the individual removed at least 250 hard drives from supposedly secure rooms without supervision and without being given access.
To avoid such grievous errors, as well the heavy fines that come along with stringent data protection legislation, companies must comply with confidential data destruction in a safe and secure manner. Third parties exist which offer a 'data shredding' service customised to companies' individual needs. All documents, whether they be hard drives, DVDs, CDs or paper, are securely transported to a shredding facility and destroyed. There is no chance of recovery, and it is less hassle for the business.

Insecure Transit of Personal Records

In 2007, the personal records of 25 million people were lost in the post. The data included sensitive information such as dates of birth, addresses, bank accounts and national insurance numbers. The two discs had been sent without insurance or recorded delivery by a government employee. Because of this, there was no way for investigators to determine precisely where the package was misplaced or stolen. This critical data protection breach potentially allowed for mass identity fraud. The worth of the unencrypted data to cyber-criminals was estimated to be at least £1.5 billion.
To avoid breaches of security protocol, third party companies can be used to ensure the method of transfer always results in a secure delivery with no data loss along the way. By maintaining a chain of custody for all data transfer, as well as GPS tracked vehicles, the whereabouts of the data can be determined at any given time. These third party companies can ensure quick and orderly transit with minimal data loss and theft.

Sony's PlayStation Network (PSN) Data Loss

In the summer of 2011, users of Sony's PlayStation Network were put at risk when the company admitted that hackers had broken into their system and accessed the unencrypted personal information of up to 77 million people. The data included user's names, addresses, date of births, e-mail addresses and PSN usernames and passwords. A small group of user's credit card information was also said to have been compromised.

The cost of the network downtime while Sony fixed the breach was an estimated $171 million. Sony also faced a $1.5 billion lawsuit and had to answer tough questions from the US House of Representatives and government agencies from across the world. Sony faced criticism over poor safeguarding of sensitive data and acting too late to fix the problem.

Third party data companies offer a variety of methods for countering data loss. Offsite storage facilities can cater to large corporations and offer secure data protection, storage, backup and recovery. The facilities have dedicated staff who are trained and prepared for a variety of security needs, whether it be secure transport, storage or destruction of any digital or physical information.

Nathan Morgan has been a IT professional for 14 years. He is now dedicated to online marketing, focused on search engine optimisation and social media marketing.

Saturday 28 July 2012


What a Beautiful Life

5 Reasons Why Photobooks Make A Great Gift For Any Occasion

Photobooks are a great gift for any occasion, with their appeals ranging from their easy customisation to different occasion, through to their showcasing of multiple photographs, and including their durability, and portability. Moreover, photobooks can be rapidly produced, and represent an affordable gift for all members of family. The appeal of photobooks, however, arguably comes down to their improvements on older photobooks, and their use of digital printing to create gifts with lasting value. Looking at these strengths in more detail, it is possible to view photobooks as a gift that combines quality with easy customisation.

1 - Customisation to Different Occasions
Printed photos and albums can be customised for different occasions, with the design of each adapted depending on the occasion. One of the key strengths of a photobook is the attention to detail they encourage, and the ability to add captions, collages and designs to the books themselves through the use of online templates. In this way, wedding and birthday albums can be designed with messages and distinctive covers and graphics. Holiday photobooks can similarly be created with options for various sizes of photographs.

2 - Much Greater Selection
Photobooks make use of digital photographs to produce a high quality folder of material for a wider range of sources. Given the number of photographs that are now taken at weddings, birthdays, and on holiday, having a photobook that can include the best of these photos makes it a great gift for someone wanting to display these photos in their home.

3 - Durability
Compared to older photobooks, where photos are typically stored in plastic wallets, direct printing of photos from a computer onto high quality printer paper means that new photobooks are more durable. Moreover, lost photos aren’t as much of a problem as older books, where the original negative may no longer be available. New photobooks can be reprinted, so long as you have the original files backed up on your computer or phone.

4 - Portability
Photo books can be manufactured in portable sizes, a format that works particularly well for photos of a single night or a graduation. These books can be cheaply bought, and can be potentially given out as gifts to friends and family.

5 - Covers
The quality of photobooks can also be found in the ability to include a cover photograph that best demonstrates the album’s contents. These photographs might be printed to a higher resolution, and can be edited to include titles and other information about the event being captured. Again, photobooks give you a lot of options in terms of customising designs for different events.

6 - Speed of Production
Photobooks make excellent gifts because they can be produced and sent out so quickly. Most books can be designed using online templates and then printed off and sent to you within just a few days. This option makes them ideal for after-wedding gifts, and for marking a special occasion with a souvenir that can be sent out to different people as a reminder of the event.
If you're looking for cheap photo books, then Sebastian recommends you visit Vistaprint. They have a large selection of products with a fast turnaround time.

Friday 27 July 2012

How to Defend Yourself Against a False Domestic Violence Charge

Getting into an argument with your partner is normal. If you're both rational and can think clearly, then you can easily reach a compromise or a solution to your problems. However, if both of you let anger get the best of you, then the argument can easily escalate into shouting matches. If this happens and she starts threatening you with domestic violence charges, what will you do?  

No Joke 

A domestic violence charge is no joke. Once she makes that call, the police will come and arrest you. Even if she later on drops the charges against you, you will still have to face the judge and whatever consequences come with the charges. Remember, once a domestic violence call has been made, it'll be out of both your hands, even if you're innocent and even if she decides to withdraw her accusations. This is because they are obliged to protect the complainant against abuse, and if she drops the charges, they'll only see it as defending you and preventing you from going to prison.

Preventing a False Domestic Violence Charge 

If the argument gets too heated and she's starting to threaten you that she'll call the police, leave the house and sleep at a hotel or at a friend's house. It's better that you leave and allow her to cool down first before you talk things over. It will not do you any good to stay and try to finish the argument. Doing so will only provoke her to make the call. 

 If she's already calling the police or 911, do not attempt to stop her. It will only give you more legal troubles since stopping someone from making a 911 or police call is considered a crime. Instead, try to remain very calm, especially when the police arrive. If you have marks on your body such as scratches and bruises, then show them to the police. Ask them to take notes and photos of your injuries. These will serve as evidence and can contradict what she's accusing you of. If you've never laid a hand on her and there are no bruises on her body, the police will also take note of this in their records. 

The police will take you to the station, so go willingly with them. Don't resist arrest, and more importantly, don't show your anger at her in front of them. Remember, how you react may be used against you in court. 

Expect that you'll be placed in the holding cell before your court appearance. However, you can get out of jail though, provided you pay the bail amount set by the judge when you appear before him. If you're short on cash, then you'll benefit from the services of a bail bondsman or bail bond agency. They'll shell out cash for your bail, and you only have to pay them a certain percentage of your bail amount for their service. When you appear for all your court dates, the bail money will be given back to them. 

 Finally, get a good domestic violence lawyer as soon as possible. He'll be able to help you prove your innocence by gathering evidences and talking with witnesses and the complainant. Attend all court dates. If you've been proven innocent, then all charges against you will be dropped.
Citations:
Jennifer Dallas is a freelance writer for www.BailBondsDirect.com. If you know someone who's been falsely accused of domestic violence charges, don't hesitate to contact a bail bonds agency who can help him post bail.

Wednesday 25 July 2012

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Cell Phone Numbers To Surpass Humans

Cell Phones For Every Man, Woman and Child


Ever since its invention by Alexander Graham Bell, people have been using phones to connect with each other. From the steppes of Russia to the back alleyways of Los Angeles, phones have permeated nearly every inch of human society. With the advent of mobile phones, the technology present in them has allowed the mobile phones to go from being the size of bricks down to ones that are smaller, lighter and more powerful than ever before. Today, these phones have more functions, such as taking pictures, sending messages, playing games, and connecting with other people on social media sites.

6 Billion+

The numbers alone are staggering. While the number of phones started out as a trickle, today more than 6 billion phones are used by people today and over seventy-five percent of the entire population has access to mobile phones. That’s right. There is one phone for every man, woman and child. The most surprising thing? That number is expected to grow. Even more surprising, the number was only 1 billion just around ten years ago.


Faster & Faster

And if you are still not astounded by the growth of cell phones today, consider this. Every year and a half, the cell phone networks are doubling in bandwidth. This allows for better and faster Internet access and more app downloads. Even in the countries where the income is on the middle or even low end income, the amount of phones has increased by nearly a thousand and a half times from 2000 to 2010. That’s up from four phones to every one hundred people to nearly 75 phones to every one hundred.

Coverage

The coverage that is offered in many rural places is still the 2g coverage, accounting for double the amount of the newer 3g. And rather than the phones Americans have, these phones are still used primarily to place calls. That being said, five trillion texts were sent in 2010 and the costs associated with sending them have allowed cell phone companies to gross around 100 billion dollars. And as the numbers of cell phones continue to rise, that number will only go up and up.

Future Generations

Everyone is familiar with the way young people have a liking for their mobile device and the same holds true for the people of developing countries. Today, those who are under 15 make up nearly a third of those who own phones in second and third world countries. That is something since the higher income bracket of those countries don’t even make up a fifth of that revenue.

Access = More Opportunities

And take note, this isn’t all bad news or young people just chatting up a storm in their bedrooms. With the use of these phones, these kids have access to not only employment, but education as well. It is education that drives economies, so phones are doing their part to helping raise these children up from poverty stricken areas.

Connecting The World

Being able to access the internet is just one small step in allowing people from around the world to be able to connect to each other. As the technology grows and expands, more people than ever before will be able to access the internet from their mobile device. It is estimated that a third of the people on the planet use the internet and of that number, nearly half are under 25. Today, Korea has the fastest internet in the world and China alone accounts for a quarter of all people who have access to the web.
As cell phones have grown and evolved, so too has their uses in the world today. These phones have allowed humans to connect with each other at an unprecedented level. With this growth, the opportunities for people to grow and prospered has increased.


References

http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57352095-93/2011-ends-with-almost-6-billion-mobile-phone-subscriptions/
http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13970_7-10454065-78.html
Cell phones and mobile apps have grown enormously throughout commerce. With Spotify's mobile app, no doubt cell phones will gain more prominence and popularity for future generations. With free Spotify Premium codes, you can sign up for a Spotify Premium account where you can share you favorite playlists with your Facebook friends. Go online to www.spotify-premium-code.org to get a free Spotify premium code.

Wedding Outfit Do's and Don'ts For Men

DO: Ask If There Is a Dress Code

There is nothing more embarrassing to turning up to a wedding, or any party for that matter, dressed inappropriately. While dressing for a wedding seems rather straightforward, smart, formal, tailoring, it is always worth taking the time to see if there is a theme.

DON’T: Just Wear Black

If you are to take the lazy approach to choosing wedding attire, then you will inevitably end up in something formal, tailored, and unmistakably black. You will put this with a sober coloured shirt and a boring, plain tie. You will do this because it is the safe option and you do not want to put any thought or effort into what you are wearing.

DO: Express Yourself

The best colours for this summer are navy blue and grey when it comes to tailoring. A lighter grey is, hands down, our most favourite suit colour for this summer. A grey will help you to stand out, and will not absorb as much heat as a black number, leaving you cool and relaxed while all others melt during the hot summer day. Pair it up with some dark brown shoes, a bold, block coloured shirt and matching tie.

DON’T: Outshine The Groom

Stick to tailoring and something along the lines of what we mentioned above. Do not turn up Jagger-esque, or looking like you have just came from a Sergeantt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band appreciation society meeting. A twist on tailoring will more than suffice, over the top will leave you looking plain silly, and frankly quite unpopular, too.

DO: Explore Tailoring Alternatives

Instead of the traditional cotton, wool, or lycra mix suit find in most tailors and suit shops, look for something different in your style. If you know the weather is likely to be hot, a linen suit is often a great alternative to traditional styles. A darker brown is usually the best colour here, as it will best hide any easily acquired creases while enabling you avoid a heat attracting black.

DON’T: Wear Denim

We started with lazy and we will end with lazy. If you even think about swapping your tailored trousers for denim, then you should consider even going to the wedding at all. You might look great in the pub on a Saturday evening dressed like that, but a wedding it is a big no-no.
Make sure you follow the do’s and don’ts of wedding fashion, one wrong move could cost you your invitation to the next one!
Stylepilot is one of the UK's leading mens fashion websites specialising in providing style advice for males, including wedding advice on suits for men, tuxedos and much more.

A World With Opportunities for Everyone!

A World With Opportunities for Everyone!

Five Things Guaranteed to Scare a Man Away



 Most women are trying to attract women, not repel them. But if you’re trying to scare a man away (not recommended), here are five ways to do it. 
Trash Talking 

Trash talking in all its forms is a huge no-no when trying to catch a man. If you trash talk your ex, especially very early in your relationship, he’s not going to want to stick around long enough to become the next target of your hostility if things don’t work out. It also makes you seem bitter and hung up on your ex (are you?). Trash talking your friends, family, coworkers, strangers – any of it is too much negativity for a guy to endure. And if you trash talk HIS friends, family, or coworkers, it’s a quick way to ensure you’ll never hear from him again. 
Clinginess or Paranoia 

All men want to feel needed in a relationship, that’s why they love doing things like fixing your doorknob or holding you during a scary movie. If you become so dependent and clingy that you can’t do much without him, it’s a huge turn off. You need to give a guy his space. Sometimes that clinginess can go even further and become paranoia, where you’re not just calling to talk all the time but calling to make sure he’s not with another girl (all the time). That kind of distrust, especially when he’s done nothing to warrant it, won’t make him want to stick around to prove you wrong. Five-Year Plans

If you have an idea of when you think you’d like to get married or how old you want to be when you have kids, keep it to yourself. Your five-year plan for your future love life will scare him away for sure. He doesn’t want to have to live up to your standards or feel that kind of pressure. Having a five-year plan about something like your career or education, on the other hand, is a good thing, because it shows him your independence and ambition, and that’s sexy. 
Butting In 

In any new relationship, guys want to take things slowly. Even when he’s opened his life up to you, there will still be some things he holds sacred. His time hanging out with his buddies is one example, his work life is another. If you suddenly invite yourself to watch the football game, or show up at his job for any reason other than to bring him lunch, he’ll feel like you’re butting in too far into his life. Oh, and if he has a fight with his mother? Don’t think it’s your job to reconcile the two. Ex-Boyfriends 

Maybe you’re not trash talking your ex; maybe he’s a good friend of yours who still comes over a few times a month to play Scrabble. If you have any type of significant relationship with an ex-boyfriend, your new guy isn’t likely to understand it. No matter what, he’ll end up suspecting that you’re still banging each other (again, are you?) and will run rather than be played for a fool. 

Cayla Crenshaw is a fashion writer and expert on men who knows a thing or two about scaring men away. She loves to blog about everything from relationship advice to getting great deals on cosmetic brushes. Photo Credit: Tastino0 - www.tastino0.it

Tuesday 24 July 2012

5 Reasons Why Photobooks Make A Great Gift For Any Occasion

Photobooks are a great gift for any occasion, with their appeals ranging from their easy customisation to different occasion, through to their showcasing of multiple photographs, and including their durability, and portability. Moreover, photobooks can be rapidly produced, and represent an affordable gift for all members of family. The appeal of photobooks, however, arguably comes down to their improvements on older photobooks, and their use of digital printing to create gifts with lasting value. Looking at these strengths in more detail, it is possible to view photobooks as a gift that combines quality with easy customisation.
1 - Customisation to Different Occasions
Printed photos and albums can be customised for different occasions, with the design of each adapted depending on the occasion. One of the key strengths of a photobook is the attention to detail they encourage, and the ability to add captions, collages and designs to the books themselves through the use of online templates. In this way, wedding and birthday albums can be designed with messages and distinctive covers and graphics. Holiday photobooks can similarly be created with options for various sizes of photographs.
2 - Much Greater Selection
Photobooks make use of digital photographs to produce a high quality folder of material for a wider range of sources. Given the number of photographs that are now taken at weddings, birthdays, and on holiday, having a photobook that can include the best of these photos makes it a great gift for someone wanting to display these photos in their home.
3 - Durability
Compared to older photobooks, where photos are typically stored in plastic wallets, direct printing of photos from a computer onto high quality printer paper means that new photobooks are more durable. Moreover, lost photos aren’t as much of a problem as older books, where the original negative may no longer be available. New photobooks can be reprinted, so long as you have the original files backed up on your computer or phone.
4 - Portability
Photo books can be manufactured in portable sizes, a format that works particularly well for photos of a single night or a graduation. These books can be cheaply bought, and can be potentially given out as gifts to friends and family.
5 - Covers
The quality of photobooks can also be found in the ability to include a cover photograph that best demonstrates the album’s contents. These photographs might be printed to a higher resolution, and can be edited to include titles and other information about the event being captured. Again, photobooks give you a lot of options in terms of customising designs for different events.
6 - Speed of Production
Photobooks make excellent gifts because they can be produced and sent out so quickly. Most books can be designed using online templates and then printed off and sent to you within just a few days. This option makes them ideal for after-wedding gifts, and for marking a special occasion with a souvenir that can be sent out to different people as a reminder of the event.
If you're looking for cheap photo books, then Sebastian recommends you visit Vistaprint. They have a large selection of products with a fast turnaround time.

Monday 23 July 2012

Six Mobile Apps for Food and Drink

What brings summer to mind than the idea of lots of backyard barbeques, whether you're in your back yard, enjoying a tailgate party or grilling in a park or on the beach? With these food and drink apps, your summertime can be filled with good food and delicious drinks. Invite your friends and share the fun. 

Grill-It! 

This grill master's dream app categories food by type, and all the recipes that will make your friends jealous are right there at your fingertips. Choose from beef, port, poultry, chicken, side dishes and vegetables, and award yourself the title, Grill Master of 2012! Just open the app, and you get a new recipe each week for free. Both Android and iOS mobile users, these apps are $0.99 for each platform. 

GrillTime 

 Another grilling favorite, this app for iPhones takes the guesswork out of grilling perfection. Load the type of food and the thickness then set the timer. Sit back, enjoy friends, family and a brew or two. The pop-up will notify when to flip the food and when it's done to perfection. Cost: $1.99.  

Smoothie Recipes 

 In this iPhone and Android app, you get 120 recipes pre-loaded. No more using your valuable data plan to surf the Internet for that recipe you had once but forgot to write down. You get not only recipes for some truly delicious smoothies, you also get nutritional information as well, so you can monitor your intake of nutrients and calories if desired. The iPhone version costs $1.99, but the Android app is free. 

 Lunchbox 

If cooking at home just isn't on your agenda, pull out the Lunchbox app for iPhones, type in the food you're craving, if any specifically, and watch your smartphone offer a list of nearby restaurants that offer the food or food type you want most. The app also provides reviews, contact information and even directions for navigation. 

 Epicurious Recipes & Shopping List 

 This free iPhone app brings dish serving choices from common but well-loved through gourmet cuisine even for the inexperienced cook. There is little that impresses more than a surprise meal of taste-tempting dishes when least expected. If you want to impress someone or even treat yourself but have no cookbooks, Epicurious Recipes & Shopping List comes to the rescue with over 30,000 recipes pre-loaded – complete with shopping list of ingredients, so you'll ever miss that dash-of-something again.  

Mixologist Drink Recipes 

 This $1.00 app for iPhones brings years of drink mixing experience to your mobile phone. If you are hosting a dinner party, a card party or friends and family night, skip the expensive bars: Bring your own well-hidden bartending “skills” to the fore. List the liquor you have on hand. Choose a selection of drinks, then ensure you have all the ingredients you need for a night at home, serving expert drink mixes. 

Enter your drink, read the recipe, pour and serve – That's it. But don't forget to leave the tip jar! 

by Jaye Ryan, a freelance author who enjoys writing about mobile apps and entertainment apps for MobilePhones.org.uk.

Sunday 22 July 2012

The iPhone is still dominating the market

The majority of high-tech cellular phone users prefer the iPhone over all of the other phones on the market today – and rightly so, since the iPhone has proven to be the best choice for so many reasons. But if you don’t own an iPhone, you may be wondering, what’s all the fuss about? Well, there are a few contributing factors to the all of the hubbub surrounding the Apple Company’s most famous device. To name a few: the iPhone’s battery gives the device bionic properties – users can typically enjoy a whopping 7 hours of talk time or 6 hours of 3G data usage which surpasses the energy of many other phones available today. Apple has also graced its newest phones with Retina Display, which will knock your cyber socks right off – pixels are nearly invisible, making its resolution crystal. And if you’re big into Apps, the iPhone’s your match with an App Store that puts over 350,000 of them at your fingertips. Another couple of iPerks: users enjoy free iOS updates, exceptional video conferencing capabilities – not to mention the device’s fashion factor pretty much puts all other phones to shame…it may possibly be the most stylish of them all. Users tout the multitude of Apple accessories available, too – from stylish protective iPhone cases to niftybumpers; from handy docks and adapters to designer-made headphones….the list is pretty much never-ending. Users can even purchase remote controls to operate their iPhones from afar – an accessory that is certainly not available for other models of mobile phones. Like any other smartphone, most iPhone users are interested in how to jailbreak iPhone because there is so much more you can do with it when it is freed from factory settings and defaults. The downside to jailbreaking your iPhone is that it voids the Apple manufacturer warranty, so you may be out of luck if you need help from the Apple store at a later point. The most current iPhone available is the 4S. Recently launched, users are already praising the next generation phone for its surpassing design, user-friendliness and innovative features. If you already have an iPhone, you have probably come to value it as your most treasured tech device. If you are in the market for one, you’ll most likely come to feel the same. Either way, be sure to secure your digital gem with an iPhone warranty – you’ll be glad you did. Bill Radley writes about how to jailbreak your iPhone and many other iPhone related topics.
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POS Technology in Travel Industry Improves

Many people all over the world love to travel. In 2011, international tourist arrivals recorded a growth of more than four percent or 982 million. The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is also forecasting a growth between three and four percent for international tourist arrivals this 2012. This significant growth in tourism has led major players to upgrade their technology in order to get a significant share of the market. And with more travelers opting to do their bookings and payments online these days, it is a must for companies in the travel and tourism sector to improve the tools they use to ensure faster processing of transactions. There’s no denying that companies in the travel industry today have already automated many of its daily functions. An important tool being used now is the point of sale (POS) technology integrated with the global distribution system (GDS). This is a priority by travel management companies (TMCs) and vital for travel agents to ensure productivity and correct transactions. In recent years, companies were seen focusing on striking a balance between standardizing and customizing their systems. The standard procedure was maintaining the GDS passenger name record (PNR) covering all required fields in the travel reservation process regardless of geographical location by controlling the point of sale. The customization was implemented in booking flows depending on the needs of different corporations or regions. Moving forward, travel companies need to invest in the integration of their web content and POS software particularly in terms of ongoing maintenance and support. A priority should be the provision of a clear cut travel policy which should also be updated when the situation calls for it such as during an economic crisis. In addition, the point of sale interface must contain the necessary information of the trip. Other services and data that need to be integrated are trip notification and schedule changes, travel advisories, itinerary aggregation and tracking of unused tickets among others. As point of sale software advances, research has shown several areas where travel management companies should focus on. These are on adapting a hybrid reservation system, consistency in passenger name record, corporate compliance and delivery of excellent customer service. Regardless whether the point of sale was internally developed or provided by a third party, what counts is that it is able to ensure a steady workflow for the agent to achieve increased productivity and gain more satisfied customers.
Citations:
Sam is a freelance writer who contributes articles covering the tourism and travel industry as well as the tools and technology used in online reservations today. He loves to travel to different countries if time permits. Sam recommends the POS software for travel operators.

Friday 20 July 2012

Skyscrapers & How They Link Our Past to Our Future

What we build says a lot about us. Ever since the Egyptian pyramids and the Great Pyramid of Giza held the title of the tallest man-made structures for over 3,800 years, humans have been inspired to build iconic, record-breaking structures. Whether its the materials we use, the design and aesthetic, the style or even how tall a structure is, buildings are shaped by our culture. They show how we live, what matters to us, what we value and how we view ourselves. They connect our past to our present and future. Tall structures & buildings have always been a status symbol. In the 19th century, tall buildings reaching high into the clouds were constructed. These buildings were called skyscrapers. While there is not one definitive building that is known as the first skyscraper, there are several well-known buildings that have held the title of tallest building in the world. For forty years, the Empire State Building in New York City held the honor of being the tallest building in the world. In 1972, the World Trade Center North Tower surpassed the Empire State Building to hold the record briefly until Chicago’s Sears Tower won the title. The Sears Tower, now known as The Willis Tower held the honor for twenty-five years until the completion of the Petronas Towers in Maylasia. The Willis Tower is still the tallest building in the United States. Historically, skyscrapers were predominantly found in North America. In the past decade, however the majority of new skyscrapers were constructed in Asia and the Middle East. In fact, none of the top five tallest skyscrapers are located in North America anymore. What do the tallest buildings in the world tells us? As cities become more dense and developed, it makes sense to build vertically. At a certain point however, it makes less economic sense to build these mega skyscrapers. Record setting buildings may be more about ego and showing the world something than constructing a space that really works. The attacks on The World Trade Center Towers in 2001 are seen as an attack on the entire American culture. Skyscrapers represent the culture around them. Skyscrapers are iconic and become both a status symbol of their home city and part of the city’s personality. What inspires architects? Architects are inspired by what is happening culturally, economically and globally? For example, the design of the Willis (formerly Sears) Tower was inspired by an advertisement for cigarettes. Chances are, cigarettes would not inspire today’s architect. Our buildings can connect our present to our past. The design for the current tallest building in the world, the Burj Kharlifa, is derived from Islamic architecture patterning systems. Designing buildings that feature symbols or other significant representations give buildings more meaning by connecting our pasts to our present and future. The five tallest buildings in the world:
  1. Burj Khalifa
  2. Makkah Royal Clock Tower Hotel
  3. Taipei 101
  4. Shanghai World Financial Center
  5. International Commerce Centre
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Lisa Hirst Carnes writes for a variety of blogs & companies including, the commercial construction firm, Shingobee Builders. Shingobee specializes commercial construction projects like hotel, casino, restaurant, office and community center construction.

Thursday 19 July 2012

How Can Online Video Production Prove to Be Beneficial for a Business?

How Can Online Video Production Prove to Be Beneficial for a Business?

Online Video Production is known to be one of the best method of promoting the products and services offered by a business organization. It is hassle free as well as cost effective. It can not only be used for promoting products and services offered by a business concern but it also promotes the business concern. In fact it helps in promoting a business organization in the international market thereby creating a brand name domestically as well as internationally. The major advantages of these videos is that they are very practical, describes the business concern and the products and services offered by them very well, easy to understand and economical.
Besides the advantages mentioned above another important advantage of Online Video Production is that it portrays the message in an interesting and appealing manner making a huge impact on the viewer. Moreover, it can help in saving huge amounts of money when the need for training the staff, placed at different locations, arises. There is no need to waste the business organization’s money as well as precious time of the employee responsible for providing training in traveling to different parts of the world to train the staff employed there with new techniques and tools of business. The business concern can simply create a video and use it to train the staff members. It is recommended to provide username and password in case the video is made for some specific people only in order to provide security. Now you may be wondering where to get such videos created.
Actually, there are companies which offer Online Video Production services. However, before hiring any company it is very important to gather all relevant information about them. You can easily get all information over the internet. They can be contacted online for inquiry. Hence, there is no need to spend precious time and visit various places to know about them. Further, it is also important to keep few things in mind before hiring services of a video production company.
The first important thing that needs to be considered is budget. It is essential for any business organization to plan a budget as well as analyze the expenditure and expected return on investment before hiring an Online Video Production company no matter even if the cost of videos is less than other marketing options. Another thing that should be considered is hiring the right video production company. To find the right video production company it is advisable to search online as most of such companies have their websites on internet. By visiting their websites you can easily review their work and on the basis of the quality of work done by them you can prepare a list which you can narrow down to select the best company as per your requirements.
After selecting the best Online Video Production company you must inform them the kind of video you require. You must tell them that the video should not be boring. Rather it should be eye-catching and appealing in order to attract viewers.

Monday 16 July 2012

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Essential Graphic Design Software Used by the Pros

I think we all agree that you can’t call yourself a graphic designer if you don’t even know what software is used in this industry. The Adobe Creative Suite is considered to be of maximum importance in graphic design projects. 

All those who work in this field are required to have extensive knowledge on at least one of these products: Photoshop, Illustrator and Flash. Let’s talk about each of these programs’ main functions.

Photoshop - Advanced Photo Editing

This program is mainly used for photo editing tasks. You can correct imperfections in photographs, crop and resize images, adjust colors or add special effects and styles. You’ve got all kinds of filters like oil painting or watercolor. The beauty is that you can work on a layer level. 

Photoshop promotes original work since it allows you to even create an entire layout from scratch, be it a brochure, a presentation or a web site. Many web designers start by designing web pages in Photoshop before beginning to write the HTML code. This way they optimize graphics for online use and create buttons or backgrounds. So, next time when you visit a website, remember that it might have been first created in Photoshop.

Draw Freely In Adobe Illustrator 

If you want to make logos, Adobe Illustrator is a common choice, just like Corel Draw and  Macromedia FreeHand. Vector graphics are preferred by digital artists because it lets you draw shapes and lines. 

Now, you may say “Yes but… I can do this with MS Paint”. Well you can’t create professional logos in MS Paint, not to mention that you can’t create layouts for fliers, brochures or advertisements with such a rudimentary tool. Besides, Paint certainly doesn’t allow you to work with vector images. This means you can zoom in as much as you like and the image won’t be distorted. 

Flash Content For Websites 

Adobe Flash is used to add interactive elements to web sites. This includes videos, games, animations and advertisements. Flash applications can frequently be found on educative sites helping students to learn easier. It’s impossible not to have come across a site containing Flash animations. However, don’t exaggerate with this kind of content. It’s good that you want your page to be user-friendly and interesting for people, but search engines don’t like it very much. 

Let’s do a short recap. Photoshop allows you to edit photos and create web pages. Illustrator is used for professional drawing and Flash creates interactive elements. So, it can be said that the Adobe Creative Suite is essential in graphic design.

Daniel Ward consults on graphic design and branding projects for the design firm Vionet.

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3 Tips For Finding Your Perfect Cell Phone and Plan

Having a cell phone is a necessity for most people in today’s busy world. You need a way to keep in touch with loved ones, business associates, and friends.  With a massive market for cell phones, there is no shortage of models to choose from, but choosing the right cellpho

ne for you can be challenging if you’re not sure where to start. The last thing that you want is to buy a phone that has a bunch of bells and whistles that you don’t use, but lacks in some features that you would love to familiarize yourself with. That’s why it’s important to consider your needs and how they will be met before making a final decision.

Narrow Down Your Options

Cell phones are designed with different people and needs in mind. That leaves you with ample options as a consumer, which can be extremely overwhelming when walking into a store to buy a new phone.

That’s why your best bet is to write down all of the things you expect your cell phone to be able to do. Sure, you want your phone to place calls, but are you the type of person who is going to want to use your phone as a music device, or are your needs more focused on Social Media and internet access? How many voice calls are you realistically going to make? What kind of keyboard do you find easiest to use for texting? These are all important questions to ask yourself before you even head into the store.

Consider a Term Plan

All cell phone service providers have long term plans designed to keep their customers on for more time, rather than less. In this vein, you will usually be able to lower the price of your favourite model of phone by signing on to a contract for two years or more. Keep in mind that in order to get a great cell phone plan at a decent monthly price, you’re going to need to let the company check your credit score. If you’ve got a poor credit score, you may have to buy your phone outright and work on a prepaid model.

Try Before You Buy

It’s easy to imagine the things that you may need in a cell phone, but in practice it can be a lot different when you’ve got to use it. Make sure that you have a great handle on exactly where you can expect to have service from any particular service provider before you sign on with them, especially if you’ll be travelling often. Some companies will give you a few weeks with a trial phone to decide if that model is the one for you, but if this isn’t possible, see if you can find a friend or family member with the phone that you’d like and find out if you can test it for a day for two. This hands-on experience will give you a better idea as to whether the phone will work for your needs.

This guest post is from Allison with CreditScore.net.

Friday 13 July 2012

How To Find Inspiration For New Web Content

How To Find Inspiration For New Web Content 

Climbing your way to the first page of major search engine rankings requires more than dedicated effort and massive amounts of quality content. It also requires insight and innovation. The more creativity that you infuse your online content with, the more interest it will ultimately generate and the better that it will work for you in your efforts to become a trusted name among your market. Following are three easy ways to gain inspiration for phenomenal articles and blog posts, without having to stew endlessly over old ideas.
Give Them The Details
The internet has been inundated with blogs and articles detailing the best ways to find a new service provider or retailer. Consumers already know how to screen contractors, compare product pricing and beware of inflated shipping costs. If they do not know these things, there is already a wealth of online information that they can use. In order to provide truly valuable content you will need to rise above articles like this, to provide greater depth and description. Use your posts instead to describe the materials that are used in industry production, the way in which environmental and economic changes are impacting these materials and innovations in the production process. You can also detail how your business is handling these changes and what this means for your products and services in both the short and long-term. In terms of the internet, change is perpetual and thus, web users are always searching for the newest and next best thing. Your content should reflect this.
Think Outside Of The Box
If you want to stay ahead of the game it is important to start looking beyond what people are talking about right now. This will allow you to avoid posting content that is nearly duplicate to that of your competitors. You will need to start thinking about how your industry is changing and how this will impact how your product and services are provided. This goes beyond materials and production. Mobile phone applications and the transition from web viewing via computer to hand held devices has certainly altered consumer shopping habits. Addressing these issues will not only help you to generate fresh and insightful content, but it will also gear you up for any necessary transition in how your company functions. Talk about digital convergence and your words will hold your audience rapt. You can also write about the different ways in which your products or services are connected to other businesses. This is a great way to start a link sharing campaign with fellow business owners, which will certainly increase the efficacy of your other optimization efforts.

Focus On LSI Keywords
Sometimes it can be difficult to explain new aspects of one specific word or phrase. When considering this same word or phrase expressed in different terms, however, the mind is likely to travel different paths. For instance, all though car insurance has been virtually saturated with articles describing how people can save money on this particular form of insurance, there are other, like terms that can help to broaden the possibilities when it comes to generating new content. Authors can instead write about vehicle coverage, which opens the door to discussing moped insurance, motorbike insurance and even motorized boat insurance. These keywords will definitely generate interest and may even open the door to an utterly new niche for you to focus on.
Pay Attention To Social Networking Posts
Social media is a phenomenal platform for marketing your business. It is also the perfect arena for listening in on consumer conversations. In fact, this is the ideal way to garner an understanding of current consumer interests and tolearn more about what your prospective customers might want to know. For example, while a company's clients might have wished to learn more about how to cut car insurance costs in the past, they may now be interested in ways forreducing coverage to gain deeper discounts without compromising the most basic protections. It helps to know what people want to know as this is the only way that you can accurately target the interests of your market base and establish yourself as a trustworthy provider of valid and valuable information.
Michelle Gaunt enjoys writing about e-commerce, literature and tips on saving money.  She recommends using www.homeequityloan.net to save money on your mortgage or getting great rates for home improvement projects.

What a Beautiful Life

What a Beautiful Life

Before, I had been pouting because I did not feel loved. I complained about not
being the center of attention. I walked irritable, dissatisfied and sad, saying evil of my life.
Then cames the cancer.
My life turned upside down. Now I was the center of attention and preoccupation.
Emotions clashed, there was what I wanted, but at what price.
As would be better?
Before, that I felt ignored, now that I know actually exist for them? In fact everything is relative ...
Anyway "what a beautiful life"

What a Beautiful Life


Tuesday 10 July 2012

About Sponsor a Child

 

SPONSOR A CHILD

When you sponsor a child, you can transform a life, please act now to help save a life.
With less $1 dollar or €1 euro a day, you will make available a child in need with access to live-saving basics like: Nourishing, Healthcare, Education, Food and more!
As a sponsor, you will help provide a child with sustainable access to appropriate life-changing basics like nutritious food, clean water, healthcare, and education. You'll be given the opportunity to personally connect with your sponsored child — building a relationship that could change both your lives.
How it works?
Comtribute for the children a boy or girl you want to sponsor. HPC will use your sponsorship contribution of $30 per month to provide your sponsored child. Your monthly gifts will be combined with those of other sponsors whose children are enrolled in the same area, so that all girls and boys will benefit. Correspond with your child through letters and pictures. You are not required to write, but hearing from sponsors is very meaningful to your sponsored children. It boosts their self-esteem and so much more. Regular updates about your sponsored child will be sent to you. This allows you to monitor his or her progress. Visits are welcome! If you can make the trip, HPC staff will arrange a visit for you and your sponsored child. What do you receive when you sponsor a child?
Every child sponsor receives:
A welcome kit with a photo and information about your sponsored child plus an introductory DVD (if you request it then). Annual progress reports Updated photos of your child
A child is waiting for someone and this someone is you.
Details at: http://www.helpo.pt and http://hopeforthepoorchildren.org

Saturday 7 July 2012

Community of Portuguese Language Countries

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Flag Description 
MozambiqueThree equal horizontal bands of green (top), black, and yellow with a red isosceles triangle based on the hoist side; the black band is edged in white; centered in the triangle is a yellow five-pointed star bearing a crossed rifle and hoe in black superimposed on an open white book; green represents the riches of the land, white peace, black the African continent, yellow the country's minerals, and red the struggle for independence; the rifle symbolizes defense and vigilance, the hoe refers to the country's agriculture, the open book stresses the importance of education, and the star represents Marxism and internationalism

Almost five centuries as a Portuguese colony came to a close with independence in 1975. Large-scale emigration, economic dependence on South Africa, a severe drought, and a prolonged civil war hindered the country's development until the mid 1990s. The ruling Front for the Liberation of Mozambique (Frelimo) party formally abandoned Marxism in 1989, and a new constitution the following year provided for multiparty elections and a free market economy. A UN-negotiated peace agreement between Frelimo and rebel Mozambique National Resistance (Renamo) forces ended the fighting in 1992. In December 2004, Mozambique underwent a delicate transition as Joaquim CHISSANO stepped down after 18 years in office. His elected successor, Armando Emilio GUEBUZA, promised to continue the sound economic policies that have encouraged foreign investment. President GUEBUZA was reelected to a second term in October 2009. However, the elections were flawed by voter fraud, questionable disqualification of candidates, and Frelimo use of government resources during the campaign. As a result, Freedom House removed Mozambique from its list of electoral democracies. Source: CIA