Friday, October 1, 2010
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Humanity and Monarchy in Common Sense, Thomas Paine
Paine wrote in his book Common Sense:
Paine deeply disapproves the distinction of men into King and Subjects, and writes, "how a race of men... is worth enquiring into, and whether they are the means of happiness or of misery to mankind...". Unlike the fact that "male and female are the distinctions of nature" or "good and bad the distinction of heaven", "Subject and King" is the distinction of men, and Paine surely does not approve that. As he states, it is "evil" and "unnatural".
The Common Sense is a book of motivations for independence written by renowned writer Thomas Paine. Truly recommended.
"But there is another and greater distinction for which no truly natural or religious reason can be assigned, and that is, the distinction of men into KINGS and SUBJECTS. Male and female are the distinctions of nature, good and bad the distinctions of heaven; but how a race of men came into the world so exalted above the rest, and distinguished like some new species, is worth enquiring into, and whether they are the means of happiness or of misery to mankind. . .
To the evil of monarchy we have added that of hereditary succession; and as the first is a degradation and lessening of ourselves, so the second, claimed as a matter of right, is an insult and an imposition on posterity. For all men being originally equals, no one by birth could have a right to set up his own family in perpetual preference to all others for ever, and though himself might deserve some decent degree of honors of his contemporaries, yet his descendants might be far too unworthy to inherit them. One of the strongest natural proofs of the folly of hereditary right in kings, is, that nature disapproves it, otherwise, she would not so frequently turn it into ridicule by giving mankind an ass for a lion.
Secondly, as no man at first could possess any other public honors than were bestowed upon him, so the givers of those honors could have no power to give away the right of posterity, and though they might say "We choose you for our head," they could not, without manifest injustice to their children, say "that your children and your children's children shall reign over ours for ever." Because such an unwise, unjust, unnatural compact might (perhaps) in the next succession put them under the government of a rogue or a fool. Most wise men, in their private sentiments, have ever treated hereditary right with contempt; yet it is one of those evils, which when once established is not easily removed; many submit from fear, others from superstition, and the more powerful part shares with the king the plunder of the rest."Monarchy, he says, is "evil" and "unnatural". Monarchies are the results of countless conquers, and for all men are created equally, "no one by birth could have a right to set up his own family in perpetual preference to all others for ever...". Hereditary succession, he says, is also wrong. For one, all men are created equally under the power of The Creator, and for two, the conquer itself may be capable of leading, but for the results of hereditary succession, his succeeding sons may not.
Paine deeply disapproves the distinction of men into King and Subjects, and writes, "how a race of men... is worth enquiring into, and whether they are the means of happiness or of misery to mankind...". Unlike the fact that "male and female are the distinctions of nature" or "good and bad the distinction of heaven", "Subject and King" is the distinction of men, and Paine surely does not approve that. As he states, it is "evil" and "unnatural".
The Common Sense is a book of motivations for independence written by renowned writer Thomas Paine. Truly recommended.
Getting a Scooter vs a Motorcycle?
Scooter Versus Motorbikes?
Scooters and motorbikes (sports bikes) features a lot in common. I can tell you that they are both a whole lot of fun to drive and incredibly similar in most aspects. First, allow me to say that for those who have never been on either a scooter or a motorbike, there are a few main differences in the operation of these two. Scooters, no matter the engine size or displacement you look at are all operated very much the same. All you have to do is turn the throttle and you're ready to go. You won't notice any gears, gear shifts or clutches to think about.
Scooters are driven with a continually variable transmission (short for CVA) designed to automatically pick the best gearon your behalf without you havingto consider it. Even though this causes it to be quite simple to drive,you also do lose certain capabilities like down shifting and engine braking. In car world, this is like comparing an automatic transmission versus a stick shift transmission.Lots of people really like the control to utilize their own gears, whilst others only want to make the drive as easy as possible. .
Normally, scootersare apt to have more space for storage when compared to motorcycles. Mainly because the engine is found lower down which empties up spacebelow the seat. This is often very handy especially when you want to hold things when you ride around. Usually, you are going to be capable of add saddlebags for storage on a motorcycle.
Scooters generallypossess higher seating positioncompared to a motorcycle because of the positioning of the engine. A shorter ridercould possibly have more trouble planting their feet on the road using a scooter versus that of a motorcycle. You should try on the seating position of both the scooter and the motorbike to decide which is better and more comfortable to fit your needs. Because of the engine situiated in a lower position on a scooter rather than the mid placement on a motorcycle, many times you will find that the heat from engine are going to be less bothersome on a scooter. However,die hard motorcyclists will claim than a motorcycleis far morenicely balanced and easier to manage than a scooter.
Inside my experience, I've rode both and to be truthful they are both quite satisfying. Each person have their different preferences, and to be honest, it's still probably best to try both out and see which you prefer more. For a girl, a scooter could possibly be the better option as you would be see as feminine and cute. For a guy, the motorbike is a good choice because it makes you look masculine and tough.
Scooters and motorbikes (sports bikes) features a lot in common. I can tell you that they are both a whole lot of fun to drive and incredibly similar in most aspects. First, allow me to say that for those who have never been on either a scooter or a motorbike, there are a few main differences in the operation of these two. Scooters, no matter the engine size or displacement you look at are all operated very much the same. All you have to do is turn the throttle and you're ready to go. You won't notice any gears, gear shifts or clutches to think about.
Scooters are driven with a continually variable transmission (short for CVA) designed to automatically pick the best gearon your behalf without you havingto consider it. Even though this causes it to be quite simple to drive,you also do lose certain capabilities like down shifting and engine braking. In car world, this is like comparing an automatic transmission versus a stick shift transmission.Lots of people really like the control to utilize their own gears, whilst others only want to make the drive as easy as possible. .
Normally, scootersare apt to have more space for storage when compared to motorcycles. Mainly because the engine is found lower down which empties up spacebelow the seat. This is often very handy especially when you want to hold things when you ride around. Usually, you are going to be capable of add saddlebags for storage on a motorcycle.
Scooters generallypossess higher seating positioncompared to a motorcycle because of the positioning of the engine. A shorter ridercould possibly have more trouble planting their feet on the road using a scooter versus that of a motorcycle. You should try on the seating position of both the scooter and the motorbike to decide which is better and more comfortable to fit your needs. Because of the engine situiated in a lower position on a scooter rather than the mid placement on a motorcycle, many times you will find that the heat from engine are going to be less bothersome on a scooter. However,die hard motorcyclists will claim than a motorcycleis far morenicely balanced and easier to manage than a scooter.
Inside my experience, I've rode both and to be truthful they are both quite satisfying. Each person have their different preferences, and to be honest, it's still probably best to try both out and see which you prefer more. For a girl, a scooter could possibly be the better option as you would be see as feminine and cute. For a guy, the motorbike is a good choice because it makes you look masculine and tough.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Part One: Finding The Perfect Home Builder
The Way:
Meeting and finding excellent builders is very hard yet critical when plans for your new house have been carried out. Unfortunately, sometimes you just stumble on those that promise fantastic work, but are usually incapable of delivering them. To build a home is a decision that should be thought clearly. For such a work to be carried out, a good worker is always needed.
There are a lot of ways to find a builder, and finding a quality one is essential to the well being of your new home. Should you decide to hire a newbie for your new home, the result would most definitely not be pleasing.
A quality builder will often do it right the first time. Good builder will often prevent unnecessary expenses. As a result, you really should be wary of those that charge excessive quantities of cash when you are making decisions. You should also call up a few contractors and talk with them.
To begin your search, be sure to check out showcases for new homes and housing developments nearby. As you pay visits to various showcases, you will see different styles and techniques which may further assist you in searching for your contractor. You really should also ask your close friends for suggestions of which builders they've employed previously as they may be in a position to give you some beneficial advices. Besides, they may also share with you the negative encounter they'd with builders. Always discuss with your friends before you hire one.
As you speak to your friends, be sure to clarify as what type of work you are thinking about. Take notes of their opinions as they will probably be very useful in your search. Also, take a chance and ask what values they see in builders. Personal opinions are always going to be an important factor in deciding things.
....For more information, please check Part Two of Finding the Perfect Home Builder.
Meeting and finding excellent builders is very hard yet critical when plans for your new house have been carried out. Unfortunately, sometimes you just stumble on those that promise fantastic work, but are usually incapable of delivering them. To build a home is a decision that should be thought clearly. For such a work to be carried out, a good worker is always needed.
There are a lot of ways to find a builder, and finding a quality one is essential to the well being of your new home. Should you decide to hire a newbie for your new home, the result would most definitely not be pleasing.
A quality builder will often do it right the first time. Good builder will often prevent unnecessary expenses. As a result, you really should be wary of those that charge excessive quantities of cash when you are making decisions. You should also call up a few contractors and talk with them.
To begin your search, be sure to check out showcases for new homes and housing developments nearby. As you pay visits to various showcases, you will see different styles and techniques which may further assist you in searching for your contractor. You really should also ask your close friends for suggestions of which builders they've employed previously as they may be in a position to give you some beneficial advices. Besides, they may also share with you the negative encounter they'd with builders. Always discuss with your friends before you hire one.
As you speak to your friends, be sure to clarify as what type of work you are thinking about. Take notes of their opinions as they will probably be very useful in your search. Also, take a chance and ask what values they see in builders. Personal opinions are always going to be an important factor in deciding things.
....For more information, please check Part Two of Finding the Perfect Home Builder.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Marathon Preparations and Tips!
Guideline:
Many people simply put on an pair of old running shoes
that they've found lying around the house and begin thinking that they can manage a couple of miles for their first marathon. In most times, this is not going to happen. You need to practice beforehand, or you will likely phase out just after hitting the fifth kilometer mark.
One of the first tricks of a successful marathon is to discover your pace and timing. You must discover your own pace before you can run an actual marathon. Keep in mind that this is one of the most important things in running. When you practice, you might also like working in the evening or early morning when it is cooler and not as hot. You can also run in front of the TV on a treadmill
if that is what suits you best. Remember, you have to practice in scheduled increments, or else after a small break you will find yourself not able to catch up on your old style.
Having the right equipments is also an important factor in the art of running. This not only consists of finding comfortable shoes and wearing comfortable clothes, but also working with the proper tools. If you're trying to find your pace and time, make sure you have a proper watch or device that has the ability to time your laps. If you want to measure your optimal heart rate, then a heart beat measuring device is also essential to your preparation. If you like to listen to music when you run, an iPod
or other media devices will also be a good thing to use while running.
To motivate yourself and keep yourself on track, a set goal is preferred in most cases. With set goals, you will be motivated constantly. For those of you who know how painful long marathon sometimes can be, you will know the strong temptation to quit in the middle. If you have a set goal, you will try to strive for it and the likelihood of you quitting will be decreased considerably. Start up with an accomplish-able goal, and as you become more durable, start challenging yourself with more harder and tougher goals. If you set goals and write them down, after a month or two when you look back, you will notice how much you have improved.
If you follow these guidelines a few months beforehand, then a marathon will definitely not be a tough challenge to you. Just remember, always have a set of reachable but not easy goals. Most importantly, you must also know your own pace and timing. This is the core to running, so if you know your pace and timing, "impossible is nothing", "just do it"! Beat the marathon!
that they've found lying around the house and begin thinking that they can manage a couple of miles for their first marathon. In most times, this is not going to happen. You need to practice beforehand, or you will likely phase out just after hitting the fifth kilometer mark. One of the first tricks of a successful marathon is to discover your pace and timing. You must discover your own pace before you can run an actual marathon. Keep in mind that this is one of the most important things in running. When you practice, you might also like working in the evening or early morning when it is cooler and not as hot. You can also run in front of the TV on a treadmill
if that is what suits you best. Remember, you have to practice in scheduled increments, or else after a small break you will find yourself not able to catch up on your old style.Having the right equipments is also an important factor in the art of running. This not only consists of finding comfortable shoes and wearing comfortable clothes, but also working with the proper tools. If you're trying to find your pace and time, make sure you have a proper watch or device that has the ability to time your laps. If you want to measure your optimal heart rate, then a heart beat measuring device is also essential to your preparation. If you like to listen to music when you run, an iPod
or other media devices will also be a good thing to use while running.To motivate yourself and keep yourself on track, a set goal is preferred in most cases. With set goals, you will be motivated constantly. For those of you who know how painful long marathon sometimes can be, you will know the strong temptation to quit in the middle. If you have a set goal, you will try to strive for it and the likelihood of you quitting will be decreased considerably. Start up with an accomplish-able goal, and as you become more durable, start challenging yourself with more harder and tougher goals. If you set goals and write them down, after a month or two when you look back, you will notice how much you have improved.
If you follow these guidelines a few months beforehand, then a marathon will definitely not be a tough challenge to you. Just remember, always have a set of reachable but not easy goals. Most importantly, you must also know your own pace and timing. This is the core to running, so if you know your pace and timing, "impossible is nothing", "just do it"! Beat the marathon!
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Monday, September 20, 2010
New HP Photosmart Plus B209A Purchased!
HP Photosmart Plus B209A
Hey friends! After our last printer broke, we had been searching for a new replacement! After much thinking, we finally rested our minds upon the HP Photosmart Plus B209A
! Featuring a 2.36" touchscreen and a maximum printing speed of 30 ppm, we decided to get our hands on one of them! Don't worry folks, after a few days of playing and testing with it, we will definitely post our afterthoughts regarding this printer! Stay tuned people! Below are a few reviews from reputable sources:
alaTest:
PC World:
Hey friends! After our last printer broke, we had been searching for a new replacement! After much thinking, we finally rested our minds upon the HP Photosmart Plus B209A
! Featuring a 2.36" touchscreen and a maximum printing speed of 30 ppm, we decided to get our hands on one of them! Don't worry folks, after a few days of playing and testing with it, we will definitely post our afterthoughts regarding this printer! Stay tuned people! Below are a few reviews from reputable sources:alaTest:
Experts rate this product 78/100 and users 83/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Printers the HP Photosmart Plus B209
PC World:
The HP Photosmart Plus packs a lot of performance into a low-cost MFP package, with well-priced inks to boot. Other models in this price range can't boast quite as much.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
New Justin.tv App Update with Live Broadcasting!
Justin.tv
Have you ever wanted to record and broadcast live from your iPhone or Android device? Yea, with my iPhone, I have always wanted to do that! A few days ago I was browsing through iTunes when I saw the update icon on iTunes and noticed that Justin.tv had a complete version upgrade. Yes, without thinking I clicked into it.
From Intomobile.com,
Download:
iTunes Store Web Page (iTunes)
Android Store Web Page (Justin.tv)
Have you ever wanted to record and broadcast live from your iPhone or Android device? Yea, with my iPhone, I have always wanted to do that! A few days ago I was browsing through iTunes when I saw the update icon on iTunes and noticed that Justin.tv had a complete version upgrade. Yes, without thinking I clicked into it.
From Intomobile.com,
Justin.tv’s iPhone application had previously just been for watching live broadcasts, but it has been updated to allow broadcasting via mobile as well, complete with front-facing camera and flash support. Version 2.0 lets you share broadcasts on Twitter and Facebook, and have two-way chat with your audience. Of course, when it comes to video streaming via mobile, the quality will depend a lot on your wireless coverage, but within a Wi-Fi zone, it should be fine.Well, then, if you have an iPhone or an Android what are you waiting for! Go get the app now! I'll get back to you guys after I test it out!
Download:
iTunes Store Web Page (iTunes)
Android Store Web Page (Justin.tv)
Tutorial: Configuring Counter-Strike 1.6 for Garena
Written by me for Associated Content, I would like to share this to all of you on my blog too!
To the New People of Garena Playing Counter Strike 1.6 (also Simply Known as CS 1.6), Unable to Find a LAN Game or Unable to Start Counter Strike is a Common Problem
Introduction:
To the new people of Garena playing Counter Strike 1.6 (also simply known as CS 1.6), unable to find a LAN game or unable to start Counter Strike is a common problem. In this tutorial, you will be shown how to correctly configure Garena for Counter Strike 1.6 and other common techniques to improve game play in this game.
Registering for Garena
To play in Garena, you will need a registered account. Registering is extremely simple, and can be done in Garena.com or in the Garena Game Client. Simply key in your desired username, password, email and you are good to go. The Garena server, however, can sometimes be frustrating slow, so it is advised to register an account a few days prior to your Online Lan Party.
Configuring Your Game
After you open up Garena, you will be at the home screen menu. This is where the common problems of starters of Garena Counter Strike occur. Because newer versions of Steam uses the Counter Strike protocol 48, and Garena uses the older protocol version of 47, these two games will not be compatible LAN-game wise. To play in Garena, what we want is a version of Counter Strike in Protocol 47, or P47. This can be solved by updating the version of the game to the patches of v19 to v23. Remember, only the patches of v19 to v23 will work. Steam, unfortunately, automatically updates games to the newest version, so if you have Steam, your Counter Strike will not be able to work with Garena. Not advocating it, but you will need a pirated non-steam version.
With the correct version of Counter Strike, go back to Garena's home menu page. On the left panel there will be 6 individual tabs: "Game", "Garena TV", "Profile", "Forum", "Support", and "MTV Asia". Go to "Game" and select "Counter-Strike 1.6". Remember, when you pick a room, pick the one closest to you, or you will most likely lag the server out. If you play with friends you know and they are close to you, however, you can play in servers in the middle of nowhere. This is because you are not connecting to people far away, instead, people close to you. Your ping, then, will not be sky-rocket high.
When you are in a room, above the "Start Game" button will be a smaller "Settings" button. Click into it as you will need to configure your Garena before you can successfully launch the game. In settings, browse to Counter-Strike 1.6 and in "Executable Settings", locate your Counter-Strike game. Skip the Game Bootstrap Parameters, as they are most likely only useful in situations such as DotA (Warcraft III) when you want to play in windows-mode. Next, click "update" and you are done
Now "Start Game", "Find Servers", and go to "LAN". If you are in a crowded room, there you go; you will find all sorts of servers. If you don't see any and you are sure you are in a crowded server, check your in-game filters and your windows firewall.
To the New People of Garena Playing Counter Strike 1.6 (also Simply Known as CS 1.6), Unable to Find a LAN Game or Unable to Start Counter Strike is a Common Problem
Introduction:
To the new people of Garena playing Counter Strike 1.6 (also simply known as CS 1.6), unable to find a LAN game or unable to start Counter Strike is a common problem. In this tutorial, you will be shown how to correctly configure Garena for Counter Strike 1.6 and other common techniques to improve game play in this game.
Registering for Garena
To play in Garena, you will need a registered account. Registering is extremely simple, and can be done in Garena.com or in the Garena Game Client. Simply key in your desired username, password, email and you are good to go. The Garena server, however, can sometimes be frustrating slow, so it is advised to register an account a few days prior to your Online Lan Party.
Configuring Your Game
After you open up Garena, you will be at the home screen menu. This is where the common problems of starters of Garena Counter Strike occur. Because newer versions of Steam uses the Counter Strike protocol 48, and Garena uses the older protocol version of 47, these two games will not be compatible LAN-game wise. To play in Garena, what we want is a version of Counter Strike in Protocol 47, or P47. This can be solved by updating the version of the game to the patches of v19 to v23. Remember, only the patches of v19 to v23 will work. Steam, unfortunately, automatically updates games to the newest version, so if you have Steam, your Counter Strike will not be able to work with Garena. Not advocating it, but you will need a pirated non-steam version.
With the correct version of Counter Strike, go back to Garena's home menu page. On the left panel there will be 6 individual tabs: "Game", "Garena TV", "Profile", "Forum", "Support", and "MTV Asia". Go to "Game" and select "Counter-Strike 1.6". Remember, when you pick a room, pick the one closest to you, or you will most likely lag the server out. If you play with friends you know and they are close to you, however, you can play in servers in the middle of nowhere. This is because you are not connecting to people far away, instead, people close to you. Your ping, then, will not be sky-rocket high.
When you are in a room, above the "Start Game" button will be a smaller "Settings" button. Click into it as you will need to configure your Garena before you can successfully launch the game. In settings, browse to Counter-Strike 1.6 and in "Executable Settings", locate your Counter-Strike game. Skip the Game Bootstrap Parameters, as they are most likely only useful in situations such as DotA (Warcraft III) when you want to play in windows-mode. Next, click "update" and you are done
Now "Start Game", "Find Servers", and go to "LAN". If you are in a crowded room, there you go; you will find all sorts of servers. If you don't see any and you are sure you are in a crowded server, check your in-game filters and your windows firewall.
How to Dissect a Frog?
Written by me for Associated Content, I would like to share this to all of you on my blog too!
Just a Fun Fact, You Will Notice that when You Get to the Heart, it Will Still Be Pumping. If You Are a Teacher, This is Exactly the Question to Ask Your Knowledge-hungry Students!
Introduction:
If you have ever attended Biology or AP Biology class in High School, you will probably notice you have performed a dissection of a frog before. If you haven't, then brace yourself! You are probably about to do one! In reality, dissecting a frog isn't actually that hard. The work can be a little gruesome especially when you pith the frog, but actually other than that, all you have to do is be careful and everything will be fine. If you stumble upon an organ that you don't know, be sure to ask your teacher! She/Her will definitely help you if she/he knows about it!
Please note: All methods in this guide are ethical and in no means trying to abuse the frog.
Tools:
1. A soft surface
2. A scapel
3. A needle
4. A pair of (surgical, if possible) scissors
5. A pair of latex gloves
Procedure:
Pre-Dissection: Pith the Frog
Before we start our dissection, make sure your gloves are on; just a safety precaution. To start out the dissection, we are going to recommend etherizing the frog. This is to ensure that the frog does not feel anything after we start working. To make sure that the frog does not wake up after the anesthetic, we are going to destroy the involuntary functions of the frog; in other words, we are going to "pith" it.
To pith a frog, we are going to turn the frog and make it face backwards against us. Starting from the head, guide your fingers and move vertically down until you feel a soft spot approximately just at the end of the frog's skull. This is the part where we pith the frog by inserting a needle into it. Gruesome though necessary, move the needle quickly side to side until you feel that you have disrupted the spinal cord. Without the spinal cord, any sensory functions of the frog are also disabled.
Note: Remember to be extremely aware of where your needle is when you pith the frog. Any wound caused by an accident while dissection must be treated and sterilized properly.
Removing the Skin
There are several ways to remove the skins of a frog, but in this guide, we are going to use the method I am most familiar with. To remove the skin, we are going to cut it according to an "H" shape outline. First, with a scapel, slowly cut along the lower neck of the frog, and along the intersection between the body and the legs. This will create the two lines of an "H". Next, between the two midpoints of the two separate lines, cut one single line that connects the two midpoints. Be sure that you are only cutting the skin and not the muscle underneath. A pair of (surgical, if possible) scissors works here really well too, because you won't be accidentally cutting the muscles underneath. Simply slip one edge of the scissor into a hole and you will be able to cut a straight line. Pull the skin to the two sides of the body and there you go! A perfect rectangle to observe the organs of that once-living frog!
Just a fun fact, you will notice that when you get to the heart, it will still be pumping. If you are a teacher, this is exactly the question to ask your knowledge-hungry students!
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For more of my AC Posts that I forgot to post on my blogspot, here is the link to my articles!
Just a Fun Fact, You Will Notice that when You Get to the Heart, it Will Still Be Pumping. If You Are a Teacher, This is Exactly the Question to Ask Your Knowledge-hungry Students!
Introduction:
If you have ever attended Biology or AP Biology class in High School, you will probably notice you have performed a dissection of a frog before. If you haven't, then brace yourself! You are probably about to do one! In reality, dissecting a frog isn't actually that hard. The work can be a little gruesome especially when you pith the frog, but actually other than that, all you have to do is be careful and everything will be fine. If you stumble upon an organ that you don't know, be sure to ask your teacher! She/Her will definitely help you if she/he knows about it!
Please note: All methods in this guide are ethical and in no means trying to abuse the frog.
Tools:
1. A soft surface
2. A scapel
3. A needle
4. A pair of (surgical, if possible) scissors
5. A pair of latex gloves
Procedure:
Pre-Dissection: Pith the Frog
Before we start our dissection, make sure your gloves are on; just a safety precaution. To start out the dissection, we are going to recommend etherizing the frog. This is to ensure that the frog does not feel anything after we start working. To make sure that the frog does not wake up after the anesthetic, we are going to destroy the involuntary functions of the frog; in other words, we are going to "pith" it.
To pith a frog, we are going to turn the frog and make it face backwards against us. Starting from the head, guide your fingers and move vertically down until you feel a soft spot approximately just at the end of the frog's skull. This is the part where we pith the frog by inserting a needle into it. Gruesome though necessary, move the needle quickly side to side until you feel that you have disrupted the spinal cord. Without the spinal cord, any sensory functions of the frog are also disabled.
Note: Remember to be extremely aware of where your needle is when you pith the frog. Any wound caused by an accident while dissection must be treated and sterilized properly.
Removing the Skin
There are several ways to remove the skins of a frog, but in this guide, we are going to use the method I am most familiar with. To remove the skin, we are going to cut it according to an "H" shape outline. First, with a scapel, slowly cut along the lower neck of the frog, and along the intersection between the body and the legs. This will create the two lines of an "H". Next, between the two midpoints of the two separate lines, cut one single line that connects the two midpoints. Be sure that you are only cutting the skin and not the muscle underneath. A pair of (surgical, if possible) scissors works here really well too, because you won't be accidentally cutting the muscles underneath. Simply slip one edge of the scissor into a hole and you will be able to cut a straight line. Pull the skin to the two sides of the body and there you go! A perfect rectangle to observe the organs of that once-living frog!
Just a fun fact, you will notice that when you get to the heart, it will still be pumping. If you are a teacher, this is exactly the question to ask your knowledge-hungry students!
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For more of my AC Posts that I forgot to post on my blogspot, here is the link to my articles!
Pro Gaming with Headphones and Microphones! Or Ventrilo!
Written by me for Associated Content, I would like to share this to all of you on my blog too!
Have You Ever Wondered Why Gamers Always Wear a Headset and Join Ventrilo Servers?
Introduction:
Have you ever wondered why gamers always wear a headset and join Ventrilo servers? Well, it is because wearing a headset and communicating with your teammates can simply increase you and your teammate's chances of
survival. As a byproduct, it also increases your fun game-play experience and lets you take the game as it was supposed to be! First things first, use it at your advantage!
Gameplay
The moment you put on your headset, you will feel the transformation taking place around you. Suddenly your chair turns into a tank seat, your keyboard into an Ak-47, and your beanie into a night vision goggle. You feel the urge to shoot the next person you see, and bomb the next barrack on the crossroad ahead. If you experience all of those above, then it is okay: you are using your headset to the maximum it is suppose to give.
Experience - Hearing and Speaking
The purpose of the headset in any games, Counter-Strike (CS), DoTA (Warcraft III), Starcraft 2, Call of Duty (COD), or Halo is so that you can know where your opponents are and plan group attacks based on the information without the need to type.
Listening
Listening in a headset gives you the audio advantage versus that of speakers. In a headset, you will begin to notice new sounds that you have never heard of before. You will begin to more clearly hear the footsteps your opponents near you are taking, and the power-ups or spell charges that they are doing. To your biggest advantage, this lets you take down the enemy more easily because you most likely know where they are. In Counter Strike, hearing footsteps is an extremely big advantage because you will be able to know that someone is sneaking up behind you and you will be able to shoot him down therefore winning the round for your team. In fantasy RPGs, listening to spell charge-ups or hearing power-ups in sci-fi FPSs are very important advantages too. It will let you respond to situations a few seconds faster, and in fast paced games like Counter Strike and DotA, a few seconds is what you only need to take down an enemy terrorist or hero.
If you have ever played real-time strategy games or FPSs, you will know that group ganking and group cooperation are very important. In fast paced games, typing "Storm Point B" or "Gank Bottom Lane" can be at your disadvantage if the situation is tight. In DotA, group ganking heroes are very common. With the use of headsets, group ganking can happen even faster and more efficiently. With good use of headset communication and cooperation, even with less skill, the chances of your team winning are still extremely big, as a lot of games nowadays rely heavily on team communication.
When playing FPSs, speaking on a headset also increases your chances of survival too. In Counter Strike, knowing where your opponents are located is the key to winning the game. With adequate skills and correct information from your teammate, you will be able to sneak upon your opponents and annihilate them all. In Call of Duty, your team can also come up with great strategies based on real-time information. In general, knowing where you opponent is by communicating with your teammate is the biggest key to winning games and climbing the ladder to the professional zone.
In conclusion, just remember: if you can, always use your headset! Once you put it on, you will know why it is almost essential for professional game-play and you will never want to take it off. Go gamers! Use it at your advantage!
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Have You Ever Wondered Why Gamers Always Wear a Headset and Join Ventrilo Servers?
Introduction:
Have you ever wondered why gamers always wear a headset and join Ventrilo servers? Well, it is because wearing a headset and communicating with your teammates can simply increase you and your teammate's chances of
survival. As a byproduct, it also increases your fun game-play experience and lets you take the game as it was supposed to be! First things first, use it at your advantage!
Gameplay
The moment you put on your headset, you will feel the transformation taking place around you. Suddenly your chair turns into a tank seat, your keyboard into an Ak-47, and your beanie into a night vision goggle. You feel the urge to shoot the next person you see, and bomb the next barrack on the crossroad ahead. If you experience all of those above, then it is okay: you are using your headset to the maximum it is suppose to give.
Experience - Hearing and Speaking
The purpose of the headset in any games, Counter-Strike (CS), DoTA (Warcraft III), Starcraft 2, Call of Duty (COD), or Halo is so that you can know where your opponents are and plan group attacks based on the information without the need to type.
Listening
Listening in a headset gives you the audio advantage versus that of speakers. In a headset, you will begin to notice new sounds that you have never heard of before. You will begin to more clearly hear the footsteps your opponents near you are taking, and the power-ups or spell charges that they are doing. To your biggest advantage, this lets you take down the enemy more easily because you most likely know where they are. In Counter Strike, hearing footsteps is an extremely big advantage because you will be able to know that someone is sneaking up behind you and you will be able to shoot him down therefore winning the round for your team. In fantasy RPGs, listening to spell charge-ups or hearing power-ups in sci-fi FPSs are very important advantages too. It will let you respond to situations a few seconds faster, and in fast paced games like Counter Strike and DotA, a few seconds is what you only need to take down an enemy terrorist or hero.
If you have ever played real-time strategy games or FPSs, you will know that group ganking and group cooperation are very important. In fast paced games, typing "Storm Point B" or "Gank Bottom Lane" can be at your disadvantage if the situation is tight. In DotA, group ganking heroes are very common. With the use of headsets, group ganking can happen even faster and more efficiently. With good use of headset communication and cooperation, even with less skill, the chances of your team winning are still extremely big, as a lot of games nowadays rely heavily on team communication.
When playing FPSs, speaking on a headset also increases your chances of survival too. In Counter Strike, knowing where your opponents are located is the key to winning the game. With adequate skills and correct information from your teammate, you will be able to sneak upon your opponents and annihilate them all. In Call of Duty, your team can also come up with great strategies based on real-time information. In general, knowing where you opponent is by communicating with your teammate is the biggest key to winning games and climbing the ladder to the professional zone.
In conclusion, just remember: if you can, always use your headset! Once you put it on, you will know why it is almost essential for professional game-play and you will never want to take it off. Go gamers! Use it at your advantage!
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For more of my AC Posts that I forgot to post on my blogspot, here is the link to my articles!
Pay Less and Get More with Kaspersky Internet Security!
Written by me for Associated Content, I would like to share this to all of you on my blog too!
One Thing that People Favors Kaspersky Lab Other Than Their Superb Technology is that Their Anti-Virus and Internet Security Accepts Legit Keys of Older Versions of Their Softwares
Kaspersky Internet Security:
Ever wanted a good internet security like Kaspersky Lab (KIS) that can protect your computer system from malicious software? According to TopTenReviews.com, Kaspersky ranks second overall in the 2010 Internet Security Suites Software Review, and have been receiving good feedback throughout its years of services. In 2009, Kaspersky Lab was also listed as 76th by IDC in "Software Top 100". Such great feats are always pursued by the general public!
Pay Less, Get More?
One thing that people favors Kaspersky Lab other than their superb technology is that their Anti-Virus and Internet Security accepts legit keys of older versions of their software. This means that with legit and working keys of Kaspersky Anti-Virus (KAV) 2009 or Internet Security (KIS) 2009, one can power and activate the full version of the newest 2011 Kaspersky Anti-Virus (KAV)
or the 2011 Kaspersky Internet Security (KIS)
.
Why is this relevant at all? Well, this is because at the end of each year and every year after that, the prices of old products are often reduced in order to clear out and make way for the newer ones. This applies for Kaspersky Anti-Virus and Kaspersky Internet Security too, as they are outdated and replaced by new ones every year.
If we take a look at Kaspersky's products in Amazon.com and Newegg.com, we will notice that the price difference is just there looming over us
At Amazon.com, the price difference is a total of $33.96, and at Newegg.com, the contrast is even bigger, at $35. If you have read clearly, this is also for the 3 user version. If you divide the total cost by 3, you will get the price for the one user version. With such great difference, it is the easy choice to pay less for the 2010 version.
What now with the 2010 Internet Security version, you may ask. With the 3 legit keys of the old 2010 Internet Security or Anti-Virus, we will enter them into the new and updated version of 2011. Head over to Kaspersky.com and download the newest trail version! Enjoy it, as you know you have only paid around half the price!
Though the title praises Kaspersky Internet Security: Pay Less, Get More, you would ask what I meant by get more. Well, with the less money you paid and the same features you got, your price per performance ratio
naturally increases. Even though you do not literally get the extra juice boost of the "get more", your wallet would definitely enjoy the benefit. Enjoy this, as someone ignorant of this fact would have paid double the amount in order to par with the same performance you have received!
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For more of my AC Posts that I forgot to post on my blogspot, here is the link to my articles!
One Thing that People Favors Kaspersky Lab Other Than Their Superb Technology is that Their Anti-Virus and Internet Security Accepts Legit Keys of Older Versions of Their Softwares
Kaspersky Internet Security:
Ever wanted a good internet security like Kaspersky Lab (KIS) that can protect your computer system from malicious software? According to TopTenReviews.com, Kaspersky ranks second overall in the 2010 Internet Security Suites Software Review, and have been receiving good feedback throughout its years of services. In 2009, Kaspersky Lab was also listed as 76th by IDC in "Software Top 100". Such great feats are always pursued by the general public!
Pay Less, Get More?
One thing that people favors Kaspersky Lab other than their superb technology is that their Anti-Virus and Internet Security accepts legit keys of older versions of their software. This means that with legit and working keys of Kaspersky Anti-Virus (KAV) 2009 or Internet Security (KIS) 2009, one can power and activate the full version of the newest 2011 Kaspersky Anti-Virus (KAV)
or the 2011 Kaspersky Internet Security (KIS).Why is this relevant at all? Well, this is because at the end of each year and every year after that, the prices of old products are often reduced in order to clear out and make way for the newer ones. This applies for Kaspersky Anti-Virus and Kaspersky Internet Security too, as they are outdated and replaced by new ones every year.
If we take a look at Kaspersky's products in Amazon.com and Newegg.com, we will notice that the price difference is just there looming over us
At Amazon.com, the price difference is a total of $33.96, and at Newegg.com, the contrast is even bigger, at $35. If you have read clearly, this is also for the 3 user version. If you divide the total cost by 3, you will get the price for the one user version. With such great difference, it is the easy choice to pay less for the 2010 version.
What now with the 2010 Internet Security version, you may ask. With the 3 legit keys of the old 2010 Internet Security or Anti-Virus, we will enter them into the new and updated version of 2011. Head over to Kaspersky.com and download the newest trail version! Enjoy it, as you know you have only paid around half the price!
Though the title praises Kaspersky Internet Security: Pay Less, Get More, you would ask what I meant by get more. Well, with the less money you paid and the same features you got, your price per performance ratio
naturally increases. Even though you do not literally get the extra juice boost of the "get more", your wallet would definitely enjoy the benefit. Enjoy this, as someone ignorant of this fact would have paid double the amount in order to par with the same performance you have received!
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For more of my AC Posts that I forgot to post on my blogspot, here is the link to my articles!
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Free eBooks for iPad, Kindle, Sony Reader, iPhone and a lot more!
Have you received the free iBook app when you updated your iPhone to the last ios 4, then noticed that there is only one free eBook to read from? Or when you bought your new Amazon Kindle and found out that you're running out of books to read?
Well, here's the catch!
Without charge, completely legal, and with over 100,000 available eBooks to choose from, Project Gutenberg is now offering all eBooks for the PC, iPad, Kindle, Sony Reader, iPhone, Android and other portable devices for free! Because of expired copyrights in the United States, these books became legal to distribute and redistribute!
Well? No time to waste, guys! Lets go get some more of our most loved books!
For a quick link, Project Gutenberg can be accessed at: http://www.gutenberg.org/wiki/Main_Page
Well, here's the catch!
Without charge, completely legal, and with over 100,000 available eBooks to choose from, Project Gutenberg is now offering all eBooks for the PC, iPad, Kindle, Sony Reader, iPhone, Android and other portable devices for free! Because of expired copyrights in the United States, these books became legal to distribute and redistribute!
Well? No time to waste, guys! Lets go get some more of our most loved books!
For a quick link, Project Gutenberg can be accessed at: http://www.gutenberg.org/wiki/Main_Page
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