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What is ping?

by admin on Jun 26, 2011 Computing, Networks • No Comments • ,

But what does it mean and what is ping? Well first of all well start with what it isnt, and thats anything to do with a white bouncy ball and two small bats…

What ping is however is a network administrators utility which is used to test the reach ability of a host on an IP (AKA internet protocol) network, and to see how long the round-trip time is for the message sent from one computer on the network to the other (the ping). This is then is used to check that a network has been set up correctly and is in working order. At the same time it is used in order to establish how quick the connection is. This could be seen as a similar practice to dropping a stone down a chasm and waiting for the noise down the bottom in order to find out roughly how deep the chasm is (by listening out for a sound). Something very similar to this ping technique has been used in active sonar technology which has an actual “ping” sound, and this is from where the term “ping” is derived. Due to its use the term ping can also be used to refer more generally to connection speeds, and is used by gamers to refer to the lag time experienced when playing games across a local network (a set up of linked computers) or online. Of course these games involve the relay of messages between two or more machines just like ping.

Ping works by sending ICMP (internet control message protocol) echo-request packets to the “target host” . Here the target host means the recipient machine on the network (not always necessarily a computer) and the echo-request is the computer asking the target host to acknowledge receipt. The packet meanwhile refers to the contents of the message sent which will normally be made up of ASCII characters and can include things such as timestamps (indicating when the message was sent) and other relevant data. The test will also look for any loss of data in the round-trip which could also point to connection issues.

In these echo request packets however will actually be multiple pings and many messages are really sent and received in reality. This allows for the summary to include a host of statistics such as the maximum ping time, the minimum and the mean average. This also means that elements of the ping can be altered by the sender such as specifying the packet size or time stamping. A ping flood can also be sent out and this is something that can be used as a form of attack whereby the target host is overwhelmed by ICMP echo-request packets. The process of sending a ping is referred to as “pinging” .

A ping of course has no set speed as this is what is used to determine the strength of a connection. However as a rule the speed of the ping will be fractions of a second due to the small “payload” (amount of data) being exchanged.

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Why its important to have an Integrated Marketing Plan for your business.

by admin on Jun 26, 2011 Business - Career, Sales - Marketing • No Comments • ,

An integrated marketing plan is the foundation of a great business plan. It allows for deeper understanding of your company surroundings, it prospect customers, and it industry current market trends. Companies are better able to grasp its businesss position in the market, and enter the market by pinpointing the areas of potential growth.

What kind of art do you like?

There are many opportunities to browse art within your community at local exhibitions, art fairs and galleries. Even small towns usually have a not-for-profit gallery space, or cafes and restaurant that exhibit local artists. In larger cities, galleries often get together for monthly or periodic “gallery nights” where all the galleries hold open house receptions on the same evening. Its a great way to see a lot of art in a short time.

Today the internet provides the largest variety and depth of fine art available worldwide. You can visit museum websites and see master works from ages past, check out online galleries for group shows, and visit hundreds of individual artists websites. One advantage of using the internet is that you can search for the specific kind of art you are interested in, whether its photography, impressionism, bronze sculpture, or abstract painting. And when you find one art site, youll usually find links to many, many more.

Should the art fit the room or the room fit the art?

If you feel strongly about a particular work of art, you should buy the art you love and then find a place to put it. But you may find that when you get the art home and place it on a wall or pedestal, it doesnt work with its surroundings. By not “working,” I mean the art looks out of place in the room. Placing art in the wrong surroundings takes away from its beauty and impact.

What should you do if you bring a painting home and it clashes with its environment? First, hang the painting in various places in your home, trying it out on different walls. It may look great in a place you hadnt planned on hanging it. If you cant find a place where the art looks its best, you may need to make some changes in the room, such as moving furniture or taking down patterned wallpaper and repainting in a neutral color. The changes will be worth making in order to enjoy the art you love.

Sometimes the right lighting is the key to showing art at its best. You may find that placing a picture light above a painting or directing track lighting on it is all the art needs to exhibit its brilliance. If you place a work of art in direct sunlight, however, be sure it wont be affected by the ultraviolet light. Pigments such as watercolor, pencil and pastel are especially prone to fading. Be sure to frame delicate art under UV protected glass or acrylic.

How to pick art to fit the room.

Size and color are the two major criteria for selecting art to fit its surroundings. For any particular space, art that is too large will overwhelm, and art that is too small will be lost and look out of proportion. The bolder the art, the more room it needs to breathe.

As a rule, paintings should be hung so that the center of the painting is at eye level. Sculpture may sit on the floor, a table, or pedestal, depending on the design. Rules should be considered guidelines only, however, so feel free to experiment.

When selecting a painting to match color, select one or two of the boldest colors in your room and look for art that has those colors in it. Youre not looking for an exact match here. Picking up one or two of the same colors will send a message that the painting belongs in this environment.

Another possibility for dealing with color is to choose art with muted colors, black-and-white art, or art that is framed in a way that mutes its color impact in the room. A wide light-colored mat and neutral frame create a protected environment for the art within.

Style is another consideration when selecting art to fit a room. If your house is filled with antiques, for example, youll want to use antique-style frames on the paintings you hang there. If you have contemporary furniture in large rooms with high ceilings, youll want to hang large contemporary paintings.

How to create an art-friendly room.

Think about it. When you walk into a gallery or museum, what do they all have in common? White walls and lots of light. If a wall is wall-papered or painted a color other than white, it limits the choices for hanging art that will look good on it. If a room is dark, the art will not show to its best advantage.

If you want to make art the center of attraction, play down the other elements of the room like window coverings, carpeting, wall coverings, and even furniture. A room crowded with other colors, textures and objects will take the spotlight away from the art. Follow the principle that less is more. Keep it spare and let the art star. Then relax and enjoy it.

Selecting and displaying art is an art in itself. Experiment to learn what pleases you and what doesnt. Youll be well-rewarded for the time you invest by finding more satisfaction both in the art and in your home.

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Yakuza Organization and Business

by admin on Jun 26, 2011 Asia, Travel • No Comments • ,

Hierarchy that structures the Yakuza organization and how it operates its criminal activities like a world-class corporation.

In no particular order of importance these were – sculptress Rebecca Warren who was the fancied hot favourite with many bookies, “billboard artist” Mark Titchner – and finally film maker Phil Collins…(No not him of Genesis fame!).

When the judges cast their votes however it was Tomma Abts who came out on top. She won twenty five thousand british pounds and of course the Turner Prize itself. I am sure the money will come in handy – however its the exposure that Tomma will get from winning thats the really important thing here.

What does Tomma Abts do? Well she actually paints abstract art; usually in oils or acrylics. – something of a novelty for the Turner Prize – some would say! Tomma Abts was originally selected for her solo art exhibitions at Kunsthalle Basel, Switzerland, and Greengrassi, London.

  1. Tomma Abts has been praised by no less than the Tate Gallery who describes her canvases as “intimate” and “compelling”.
  2. They also comment on Tommas “consistent” and even “rigorous” method of painting.
  3. In addition the Tate states that Tomma Abts “enriches the language of abstract art”.
  4. With such praise heaped upon her head its no surprise to me that she won the prize.
  5. However I actually feel that Tommas abstract artwork isnt “knock out” but it definitely is OK.

The images or paintings of Tomma Abts are created by the repetiton of various geometrical shapes on a base of rich colour. Personally – I dont think that Tommas approach to painting is particularly original. However I have to admit that while not being “knock out” I find some of Tommas images pretty compelling and touching. I have to say that this does surprise me.

48 x 38 cms – exactly. These are the dimensions of every Tomma Abts painting. Im not sure quite why Tomma selected these dimensions. Obviously she finds them appealing and I suppose they make for a very compact painting.

When creating titles for her paintings apparently Tomma simply plucks one from a dictionary of German first names! Titles like “Veeke” for example were created in this way. In my view this is surely only slightly more interesting than numbering each picture!

All in all I think that Tomma Abts creates abstract art that is pretty accessible to the public at large. This is something that perhaps could not be said about the artwork of previous Turner Prize winners! I base my opinion of course on Tommas prize winning paintings. I would go further and state that I cannot conceive of a Tomma Abts creation offending anyone – even slightly.

In the end its just my personal opinion but I do believe that its entirely posible that Tomma Abts will go on to become a household name – within her own lifetime…Of course she could also disappear without trace from the media – and our minds in the blink of an eye, for precisely the same reasons.

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Hello world!

by admin on Jun 26, 2011 Uncategorized • 1 Comment •

Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start blogging!

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Singapore’s Top 5 Museums

by admin on Jun 28, 2011 Destinations, Travel • No Comments • , ,

Fashionistas and shopaholics have been trooping to Singapore for years, lured by its many shopping malls that offer every brand, and labels that fulfill the (shopaholics’) hearts’ desires. But while I do enjoy shopping, I don’t relish the idea of going to penury just to pay for a huge credit card bill. There are other ways of enjoying Singapore.So instead of heading to the malls, I often go to Singapore’s museums.They are the best in Asia, benefiting not only from the government’s vast resources (this wealthy country is competing with Hong Kong to be Asia’s art center) and the the city’s state fondness for organization and efficiency. That may be boring, but it has nevertheless produced well curated art spaces. All of Singapore’s museums are accessible through public transport, air-conditioned, and have wheelchair accessible facilities, restrooms and souvenir shops.Best of all, given that Singapore is one of Asia’s most expensive cities, . And some days, you can even go to the museums for free!So when you’re in Singapore, try visiting:

The Peranakan Museum
The only museum that showcases the arts and culture of a distinct ethnic group that was shaped and continues to influence Southeast Asia. The Peranakan, which means “locally-born” in the Malay language, usually refers to the descendants of Chinese traders who settled in the straits Settlements of Singapore, Malacca and Penang in the 14th century and married Malay women. The Peranakans also include those who descended from unions between Indian merchants and local women during the 15th century. This intermarriage produced a fusion of cultures, and is reflected in the colorful cuisine, architecture and fashion that form the multicultural mix of Singapore and Malaysia.

Singapore Art Museum (SAM)
With over 7,000 Southeast Asian pieces of artwork in its permanent collection, SAM stands as the region’s repository of visual art. The collection includes paintings, sculptures, multimedia installations, drawings, prints and photographs – eye candy for those who can’t get enough of modern and contemporary art.

National Museum of Singapore
This is custodian of the 11 National Treasures – the most important artefacts in Singapore’s history. It includes the Last Will and Testament of Munshi Abdullah, the Father of Modern Malay literature, the 1930′s era Chinese glove puppet theater stage and a collection of watercolor paintings of local floral and fauna commissioned by William Farquhar, the First Resident of colonial Singapore.Visitors interested in Singapore’s history should also go to the museum’s Four Living Galleries – a showcase of artefacts, replicas, pictures, costumes and even old films that document the history of Singapore fashion, performing arts, photography and cuisine.

Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM)
This is a must see for those who want to backpack around Asia. A visit to the ACM is like going through a crash course on Asian studies. It is the only museum that’s dedicated to present artifacts and collections representing different regions of Asia including China and the Middle East.

Singapore Philatelic Museum
The museum that appeals to the child in us, as who after all didn’t have a stamp collection when they were kids? The museum’s collection includes stamps and archival philatelic material of Singapore from the 1830′s to present day. The museum also encourages philately in Singapore, with its permanent galleries not only dedicated to the global history of stamps, but also organizes workshops and talks on how stamps chronicle Singapore’s history.

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Uk Debt Management- Useful Guidepost For Debt Management Plan

by admin on Jul 2, 2011 Debt Consolidation • No Comments • , ,

When stuck in a bad debt situation, it is not ever too late to take action. The important thing is to understand the correct steps, made an achievable plan and work towards your goal. In this piece, let us talk about the techniques on how it’s possible for you to get out of bad debt starting today.

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It may be uncomfortable for you when you see the numbers grow as you add up your arrears, but the undeniable fact is that you will need to understand the difficulty before finding the solution. So sit down, get all your facts together and have a quick look at the large picture – who are the creditors, how much payment is due, the interest rates, due dates, late penalties / penalties, everything you are meant to know about your debt.

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