Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Sustainable Living

*Living my pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.

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Dark Matter


Invisible dark matter makes up most of the universe – but we can only detect it from its gravitational effects.

Galaxies in our universe seem to be achieving an impossible feat. They are rotating with such speed that the gravity generated by their observable matter could not possibly hold them together; they should have torn themselves apart long ago. The same is true of galaxies in clusters, which leads scientists to believe that something we cannot see is at work. They think something we have yet to detect directly is giving these galaxies extra mass, generating the extra gravity they need to stay intact. This strange and unknown matter was called “dark matter” since it is not visible.
Dark matter


Unlike normal matter, dark matter does not interact with the electromagnetic force. This means it does not absorb, reflect or emit light, making it extremely hard to spot. In fact, researchers have been able to infer the existence of dark matter only from the gravitational effect it seems to have on visible matter. Dark matter seems to outweigh visible matter roughly six to one, making up about 27% of the universe. Here's a sobering fact: The matter we know and that makes up all stars and galaxies only accounts for 5% of the content of the universe! But what is dark matter? One idea is that it could contain "supersymmetric particles" – hypothesized particles that are partners to those already known in the Standard Model. Experiments at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) may provide more direct clues about dark matter.

Many theories say the dark matter particles would be light enough to be produced at the LHC. If they were created at the LHC, they would escape through the detectors unnoticed. However, they would carry away energy and momentum, so physicists could infer their existence from the amount of energy and momentum “missing” after a collision. Dark matter candidates arise frequently in theories that suggest physics beyond the Standard Model, such as supersymmetry and extra dimensions. One theory suggests the existence of a “Hidden Valley”, a parallel world made of dark matter having very little in common with matter we know. If one of these theories proved to be true, it could help scientists gain a better understanding of the composition of our universe and, in particular, how galaxies hold together.
Dark energy

Dark energy makes up approximately 68% of the universe and appears to be associated with the vacuum in space. It is distributed evenly throughout the universe, not only in space but also in time – in other words, its effect is not diluted as the universe expands. The even distribution means that dark energy does not have any local gravitational effects, but rather a global effect on the universe as a whole. This leads to a repulsive force, which tends to accelerate the expansion of the universe. The rate of expansion and its acceleration can be measured by observations based on the Hubble law. These measurements, together with other scientific data, have confirmed the existence of dark energy and provide an estimate of just how much of this mysterious substance exists.









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Stop Windows from importing my Android / iPhone pics!!!!


First off, go to Start –> Control Panels and look for “AutoPlay”:
*Same on Windows 10

win7 autoplay zune wmp itunes 1


Click on it, then scroll down to the very bottom of the window. Check out what’s shown:

win7 iphone itunes auto download pics


There you go, simply specify your preference of choice for the device "Android / Apple iPhone”: it’s probably set to “Import pictures and videos using Windows”, but you can instead just choose “Take no action” and you’re good, problem solved!

*Google Drive, Picasa, Books & all the rest of that crap may be the phone's default. That's another ball of wax.


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Good Question Hahahah

How do you know if you're tech material?

That's a very good question...LOL

1 - Did you take apart your toys before you played with them?

2 - Did you dig through all your parent's things looking for screwdrivers?

3 - Did break open 10, 12 of your dad's 8 Tracks & cassettes before you realized you couldn't put them back together?

4 - Did you sneak behind your parents back and buy a car from the junkyard around 12 or 13?

5 - Did you get a junkyard radio, one speaker and think you really looked cool in the rearview mirror?

6 - Was it really hot with no A/C so you decided to kick out the front windshield and take a ride up to Niagara Falls, NY. where they kindly placed you under arrest before you even saw water? LOL LOL

If any of the above applies, you probably have some "tech" in you.

*I am not a leader, do not follow my path. Thank you

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Amazon Details About Its Drone Delivery Program


Amazon raised a lot of eyebrows last year when it announced that it was planning to start delivering packages by automated drones. How would that work? Would the skies become black with automated flying delivery vehicles? Would they collide with planes? How would they deal with apartment buildings?
Last month, Amazon released a new video showing a prototype of one of its delivery drones, which shares features of both helicopters and airplanes. Clearly, the company is proceeding full speed ahead with this radical idea.
Recently, while researching a story about the legal status of drones forCBS Sunday Morning, I interviewed Paul Misener, Amazon’s vice president for global public policy. Given the speed with which Amazon is apparently advancing with its drone program, I thought it’d be a good time to publish a more complete version of that interview here.

How it will work

David Pogue: First of all, tell the unenlightened about Amazon Prime Air.
Paul Misener: Well, soon after I joined Amazon in early 2000, my young son was sitting on my lap. We ordered something from Amazon, and he hopped off and ran up to the front door, waiting for the brown truck to show up on the spot. That was a high-delivery expectation. (Laughs.) I had to explain that just because we’d bought this thing doesn’t mean it’s at the front door yet.
So Prime Air is a future delivery service that will get packages to customers within 30 minutes of them ordering it online at Amazon.com. The goals we’ve set for ourselves are: The range has to be over 10 miles. These things will weigh about 55 pounds each, but they’ll be able to deliver parcels that weigh up to five pounds. It turns out that the vast majority of the things we sell at Amazon weigh less than five pounds.
And will it cost more or less than a regular package?
I don’t know that we’ve priced it out yet.
OK, a few questions pop up right away. What if I’m not home?
It gets delivered to your doorstep, or wherever you want in your yard, just as it would be if it were delivered by the UPS truck.
What if there’s some guy with a shotgun who sees that I’m getting a TV and wants to shoot it down?
I suppose they could shoot at trucks, too.
We want to make the deliveries. And we believe that these Prime Air drones will be as normal as seeing a delivery truck driving down the street someday. So the novelty will wear off.

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Open Government Contracts

You can obtain your EIN, TIN, CAGE, CCR, DUNN's & all the rest in 24 hours.
There are contracts waiting.
http://www.defense.gov/News/Contracts

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Cram StudyMode

GREAT PAY!!!
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Journeyman Electrician Practice Test



Take this free Practice exam to get a sample of the types of questions on an actual Journeyman Electrician's Exam
The subject matter covered in most electrical licensing examinations is: grounding and bonding, overcurrent protection, wiring methods and installation, boxes and fittings, services and equipment, motors, special occupancies, load calculations, lighting, appliances, box and raceway fill, hazardous locations, trade knowledge and electrical theory.
To prepare for your state Journeyman Electrician License Exam, see The Complete Journeyman Electrician Practice Exams with Review and Testing Tips by Ray Holder, Master Electrician and Certified Electrical Trade Instructor.


 1. Conductors with _____ marked on the insulation are NOT approved for use in a wet location.
a. THW
b. THHW
c. THHN
d. THWN
2. A one-family dwelling unit with a demand load of 200 amperes is supplied with a 120/240 volt, single-phase, electrical system from the local utility company. What is the MINIMUM size aluminum THW conductors required for use as service-entrance conductors for this residence?
a. 1/0 AWG
b. 4/0 AWG
c. 3/0 AWG
d. 2/0 AWG
3. Where a 150 kVA, single-phase transformer having a secondary voltage of 120/240 is installed at a multi-family dwelling, the full-load current rating, in amperes, of the secondary is _____.
a. 625 amperes
b. 265 amperes
c. 526 amperes
d. 1250 amperes
4. Which one of the following listed circuit breakers is NOT a standard ampere rating?
a. 75 amperes
b. 90 amperes
c. 110 amperes
d. 225 amperes
5. The MINIMUM length of free conductor to be left at each junction box for the purpose of splicing conductors, or making connections to luminaires or devices shall be _____ .
a. 4 inches
b. 10 inches
c. 8 inches
d. 6 inches
6. In general, overhead service-drop conductors shall NOT be smaller than _____.
a. 2 AWG copper
b. 4 AWG copper
c. 6 AWG copper
d. 8 AWG copper
CDA Practice Test
7. When a galvanized eye-bolt is to be used as the point of attachment for an electrical service, the NEC® requires the eye-bolt to be installed NOT less than _____ above finished grade.
a. 8 ft.
b. 10 ft.
c. 12 ft.
d. 15 ft.
8. Why is electrical continuity required for metallic conduit?
a. To reduce voltage drop.
b. To limit galvanic corrosion.
c. To establish an effective ground-fault path and facilitate the operation of the overcurrent protective device.
d. To reduce electrolysis.
9. In dwelling units, receptacle outlets installed for countertop surfaces, must be located above, but NOT more than _____ above the countertop.
a. 12 inches
b. 18 inches
c. 20 inches
d. 24 inches
10. When conductors are installed in a conduit or tubing nipple of _____ or less in length, the ampacity adjustment factors for more than three (3) current-carrying conductors in the raceway, are not required to be applied.
a. 24 inches
b. 30 inches
c. 36 inches
d. 48 inches
11. What is the most hazardous classification on a job site?
Class I, Division 1
Class III, Division 2
Class II, Division 1
Class III, Division 1
12. The ___________ dimensions of a building should be measureed when determining the area to calculate the required lighting load.
inside and outside
inside
outside
None of the above.

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How to Show Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 10


To show the files and folders automatically hidden in your Windows 10 computer, you can use one of the two methods introduced in the text.
Video guide on how to show hidden files and folders in Windows 10:

2 ways to show hidden files and folders in Windows 10:

Way 1: Show hidden files and folders in the View menu.
Step 1: Open This PC.
Double-click This PC on the desktop to open it.
Tips:
1. If you have no idea how to add This PC to the desktop, please refer to How to Add Desktop Icons on Windows 10.
2. You can also open another folder such as Network, File Explorer, Recycle Bin, etc.
Step 2: Show the hidden files and folders in the View menu.
Click View, tap Show/hide in the menu, and check the small box before Hidden items in the sub-list.
Way 2: Show hidden files and folders in the Folder Options.
Step 1: Open Folder Options.
Open This PC, click View and select Options.
Step 2: Show the hidden files and folders in the View settings.
In the Folder Options window, choose View, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives, and then click OK.
Now, go ahead to put them into practice, and you can show the hidden files and folders on your PC.
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Cigarette Racing w/ vids

IF YOU'VE SEEN ONE, YOU'VE SEEN ONLY ONE...

From artisans who create each component to the list of "standard" equipment--that is anything but standard--to the world-class facility that houses the legendary brand, when you say "Cigarette" you define excellence. And, when you buy a Cigarette you become a member of a club comprised of those who value the fine details and demand only the BEST.

The ultimate Cigarette Difference? There are many. The ride. The speed. The handling. Where large swells and waves are rendered impotent by the classic V-hull construction. A Cigarette indeed, is Different--and that is only part of The Cigarette Difference.

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LEGENDS ARE NOT BORN--THEY ARE CREATED.

Since 1969, the dedicated people at Cigarette Racing Team have focused on building the finest high-performance boats the world has ever known. That's why Cigarette® has become a world-renowned brand, known for its unparalleled quality and performance. The simple truth is there is nothing quite like a Cigarette® brand offshore powerboat.

Our objective is clear: to create superior offshore powerboats that live up to the Cigarette® brand's unrivaled reputation for performance, dependability, and value. In our commitment to this goal, we continue to build legendary products.
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