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![]() ![]() Its budget-friendly models have fewer features, but still pack a lot into a compact footprint.Īnd its designers obviously put a lot of thought into how the swing sets will be used and what children want.įor instance, Gorilla is unusual in that a number of its swing sets have dual slides, right next to each other. They also tend to be extremely well-designed and make excellent use of space. Gorilla’s swing sets have strong beams and A-frame legs and thick metal brackets. It isn’t light and flimsy, it is heavy and substantial. Wood undoubtedly (in my opinion) looks better and is very durable and sturdy, but requires more maintenance than metal.Įither way, you can tell Gorilla’s swing sets are of good quality by the weight of the wood itself. Gorilla’s main competitor in the market, Lifetime, makes metal swing sets and both have their plusses and negatives. It takes great pride in the quality of its lumber and all swing sets are stained/sealed in the workshop to protect the wood. Gorilla’s swing sets are all made of wood, mainly cedar. The table below summarises how Gorilla compares to selected other swing set manufacturers:įrom the manufacturers listed above Gorilla sits alongside Lifetime at mid-price point.īut how does that cost translate into build quality, value for money and more? Its range there starts with its Ozark II Wood Swing Set for $1,229.99 and goes up to the $7,520.26 Treasure Trove II Swing Set. Gorilla’s Amazon store is similarly comprehensive. If you visit the swing set section of its website, you can see its products range from a basic swing set that retails at $369 up to $7,999 for its Empire Extreme Swing Set. RELATED => Buyers Guide: The Best Swing Sets on the Market Gorilla Swing Sets: An In-Depth Analysis PriceĪs we have mentioned Gorilla has a wide variety of sturdy wooden swing sets. Such was its development that just over a decade on from its foundation it was acquired by Backyard Buildings and More of which it still remains a part. ![]() It has developed from a simple brand producing three basic designs of swing set to one that has a catalog of almost 100 varieties of playsets and employs around 50 people. About Gorillaīased in Canton, Georgia, Gorilla was founded in 1993 and is devoted entirely to building high-quality, durable, wood swing sets. ![]() There is a large range to choose from too as Gorilla has such an extensive catalog of products. They are in the mid-range price point and are definitely good swings sets. Gorilla makes sturdy cedar swing sets, with good warranties, plenty of features and innovative design that makes excellent use of space. Customer is responsible for complying with any HOA regulations & restrictive covenants.1.3 Final Thoughts Are Gorilla Swing Sets Good? For added safety we suggest leaving a 6’ safety perimeter surrounding your play set for fall zones a minimum of 4’ around your play set is required. Prior to assembly, the entire playset area must be cleared & level within 3-in. *Note - You may need to apply more than one gallon due to wood texture and porosity. Limited 10-Year Warranty on Lumber, 1-Year on Accessories.Factory Stained Lumber that is naturally resistant to rot, decay, and insect damage. ![]()
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Helio p70 vs snapdragon5/2/2023 ![]() Now SoC consists of both hardware and software. SoCs have different configurations based on architecture, cores and manufacturers. It can also include some different modems, like wifi or Bluetooth, a GPU, etc. ![]() An SoC, simply put, is a CPU, graphics card, memory controller and other components all rolled into one single chip. Mediatek VS Qualcomm Snapdragon: Which one's Better?.So stay hooked to your seat buddy, you are in for a read of a lifetime. We will do our best to reap out more info as we go along analyzing the features each of them have to offer. Would you prefer to buy a powerful phone with no outstanding features, or a mid-range phone with a stunning camera, waterproofed, and a headphone jack ( A Dying Feature, I have to say.) The reader shouldn’t forget that there’s far more to a smartphone than which chipset it possesses. The rest of the OEM’s (Original Equipment Manufacturer) go for ready-made SoCs from Qualcomm’s Snapdragon or Mediatek, which dominate the market due to their popularity and years of expertise in the chipset industry. ![]() You got those A series Bionic Chipsets from Apple, Exynos from Samsung, and Kirin for Huawei(and those are the only ones you probably will get for now due to the problems faced by the Chinese Smartphone Giant). Very few companies have the resources to build their own chipsets and roll them out in every single one of their phones. In this article I breakdown, some of the key pointers you might want to consider before you make a choice. Whenever you go out to buy a smartphone you are stuck with just two options- Mediatek VS Qualcomm Snapdragon as the chipset on your potentially new smartphone. ![]()
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Nano text editor5/2/2023 ![]() It beats Vim and Emacs editor, which are known to be overwhelming, especially for novice Linux users. When it comes to editing text via command line, Nano is considered one of the easiest tools to use. You can combine this command with CTRL + K to cut a specific part of the text to the cut buffer. Lets you go to the specified line and column number. It prompts a save request if you made any changes to the file. Opens a file and inserts it at the current cursor position. Shows the current cursor position in the text (line/column/character). To paste the text from the cut buffer into the selected line. It cuts the entire selected line to the cut buffer (similar to clipboard). ![]() Press ALT + W to search for the same phrase again. Search for a specified phrase in your text. Nano will ask you to edit or verify the desired file name. Lets you jump to the beginning of the line.Ī Help window will pop out and show you all the available commands. We have compiled the most useful commands to help you utilize the Nano text editor more effectively. If you want to paste the text, navigate to the intended place and press CTRL + U.To cut the highlighted text, press CTRL + K.Press ALT + 6 to copy the selected text to the clipboard.Then, you can move over the text with arrow keys. To select text, go to the beginning of the desired text and press ALT + A.These are the commonly used shortcuts when editing a text in Nano. Should you want to go back after typing a shortcut, just use CTRL + C to cancel the current process. You can press Y to replace one text or A to replace all instances. The editor will then take you to the first instance of the text. If your goal is to find and replace a text, press CTRL+W and then CTRL+R to enter the text that you want to search and the text that will replace it. To continue searching for the same text string, use ALT + W. The command will be like this: sudo nano -w /etc/apache2/nf How to Search and Replace Text If you don’t use this option, nano will wrap the text to fit the display by default. It will open the file in a standard format. Take note that whenever you are opening an important configuration file, it is recommended to use the -w option. But if there are no changes, you will exit the editor right away. Input Y for Y es, or N for No, then press Enter. If there are changes, it will ask you whether to save them or not. To exit from the editor, press CTRL + X.Press CTRL + O to save the changes made in the file and continue editing.The “^” (caret) means that you must press CTRL (Windows) or control (macOS) to use the chosen command. Just use the arrow keys on your keyboard to move the cursor around the text.Īt the bottom of the window, you can find some shortcuts to use with the Nano editor. Below is what the interface of the Nano text editor looks like. Meanwhile, if you only execute the nano command without specifying the file name, the Nano text editor will create an empty untitled file and ask for a name when you exit the editor.Īfter running the nano command, a new window will pop up where you can freely edit the file. If you enter a file name and that file is not present in the directory, Nano will create a new file. However, if you are in another folder, and you want to open a file ( demo.txt) in /path/to/directory, you can enter this line instead: nano /path/to/directory/demo.txt Just keep in mind that if you want to open a specific file, you will need to be in the directory where the file is located. The command would look like: nano demo.txt Let’s say we want to open a file named demo.txt. ![]() The main syntax to open Nano and to edit a certain file is: nano filename Then, we’ll show you some editing tips and other basic commands that you can use in Nano text editor. ![]() In this part, you are going to learn how to open and close files. As soon as the setup ends, you can use it immediately. We can run this command to install Nano text editor on CentOS or RHEL based platforms: yum install nano This means you may be prompted to enter a password in case you are currently not logged in as a root user. Important! The sudo part is meant for running this command as a root user. ![]()
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![]() ![]() The teacher learns that the family believes clothing is directly related to the quality of care given by their family. The teacher takes time to ask the parent questions and finds out the importance of keeping her daughter clean. In these instances, it is helpful to consider the multiple perspectives to a situation. Misunderstandings can also occur as your views and understanding of a situation may differ from that of a family member. While conversations with families about concerns may be difficult, they can provide you an opportunity to express your care and support for a family, as well as the preschooler’s development and learning, in a thoughtful way. You may also worry the family will stop communicating with you altogether. Sometimes, you might worry that families will be upset by something you share and even decide to withdrawal their child from your program. Having Difficult Conversations with FamiliesĬonversations with families can be difficult for a number of reasons. Other ideas may be to translate written communication into the home languages of the families supported in the program and consider having translators that are regularly available for face-to-face or phone communication. Using a combination of communication styles with families might work best for their needs to be met. Different forms of communication can play an important role in easing the process. ![]() It is important to acknowledge it can take time for families to feel safe, comfortable and friendly. Other ways of communicating with families include:įamilies will also help set the pace and expectation for their communication with you. Some families may prefer face-to-face conversations while others prefer telephone or regular (daily) notes. You can ask questions to learn how families would like to communicate about their child’s day. eye contact, use of touching, use of physical space)
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Bsnes emulator5/2/2023 ![]() ![]() ![]() Except for the title screen, Super Metroid doesn't seem to draw anything outside of a 4:3 frame, and often fills it with garbage. Unfortunately this doesn't work at all in a lot of games. There are new options to turn off layers, or limit them in certain ways which may help prevent some of the garbage that appears outside of 4:3 but I haven't spent much time experimenting with them yet. Rendering Mode 7 at 720p seems to help with the level rotation used in the first stage - though I could be mis-remembering, as it has been years since I last played it. Since the gameplay is constrained to 4:3, things really don't feel right at times. ![]() Sometimes it's good, and other times it's distracting. You can see more, but I found myself misjudging a lot of the jumps.Ī lot of games, such as R-Type III, end up behaving in unpredictable ways. Super Mario World displays NES-like draw-in at the edges of the screen in 2.44:1, so it has to be reduced to 2.15:1 Pilotwings rendered at 720p in 2.44:1, the widest aspect ratio offered: bsnes has always given me issues with frame timing/sync though. Super Mario World in particular is really bad, but I don't have the time to spend on figuring this out right now. I just spent quite a bit of time last weekend working on getting OBS set up so that it could stream without hitches and record high frame rate footage of normal 3D games without dropping frames or affecting game performance in a significant way, so I don't know why this is happening. So if the games don't look smooth or are freezing at points, it's entirely in the recording. By default, it can make Mode 7 backgrounds scale and rotate in HD at modern aspect. I don't know what the issue is, because bsnes reported a constant 60 FPS, and OBS never reported any dropped frames, but I can't seem to get properly smooth recordings from it. bsnes HD is a fork of the popular Super Nintendo emulator built to allow HD, widescreen output for SNES games. There's a new beta which now supports sprites and wider aspect ratios: ![]()
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Perfecttunes review5/2/2023 ![]() Funny, wise, and tenderhearted, Perfect Tunes explores the fault lines in our most important relationships, and asks whether dreams deferred can ever be reclaimed. But neither her best friend, now a famous musician who relies on Laura’s songwriting skills, nor her depressed and searching daughter will let her give up on her dreams. Laura has built a stable life in Brooklyn that bears little resemblance to the one she envisioned when she left Ohio all those years ago, and she’s taken pains to close the door on what was and what might have been. ![]() Fifteen years later, Laura’s teenage daughter, Marie, is asking questions about her father, questions that Laura does not want to answer. ![]() Their time together is stormy and short-lived–but will reverberate for the rest of Laura’s life. A songwriter with a one-of-a-kind talent, she’s just beginning to book gigs with her beautiful best friend when she falls hard for a troubled but magnetic musician whose star is on the rise. Now I want everyone I know to read this book and talk about it with me.” –ELIF BATUMAN Have you ever wondered what your mother was like before she became your mother, and what she gave up in order to have you? It’s the early days of the new millennium, and Laura has arrived in New York City’s East Village in the hopes of recording her first album. I loved every page.” –EMMA STRAUB “ Perfect Tunes is mind-blowing….Full of unspeakable insights, or at least I thought they were unspeakable, but there they are. I gulped it down, as will all mothers, New Yorkers, music fans, and lovers of quick-moving novels that are both funny and deep. ![]() “ Perfect Tunes is an intoxicating blend of music, love, and family from one of the essential writers of the internet generation.” –STEPHANIE DANLER “ Perfect Tunes is a zippy and profound story of love, loss, heredity, and par-enthood. ![]()
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Modem and router combo5/2/2023 ![]() ![]() The performance of any device depends primarily on its quality, model, and brand. Below, I’ve discussed 7 aspects that will help you decide whether you should get a modem router combo or a separate setup. Modem Router Combo vs Separate: 7 Aspects ComparedĪs said above, Based on my experience, a standalone modem + separate router provides better performance and scalability over a modem router combo. If you decide to go for a modem/router combo, you can consider checking out my list of the best modem router combos of 2023. The modem in such devices integrates technology like ADSL, VDSL, and others, compared to channel bondings in the cable modems, offering better speeds and connectivity. ISP-provided Gateways also combine a modem and a router, but with a twist. Using a single device instead of two separately saves you a couple of dollars and a convenient internet solution for your office and home. ![]() The modem router combo conveniently combines a Wi-Fi router and an internet modem to form a single piece of equipment, offering you versatility in connections. Understanding Modem, Router, and Modem/Router Combo 1. Already know the basics? Jump right into the detailed comparison. ![]() Requires setting up and configuring two different unitsĮasy troubleshooting with failure in one device at onceīefore I differentiate between the two, let’s start with a basic idea about them and how they are beneficial. Modem Router Combo vs Separate: Key Differences Modem Router Combo Modem Router Combo vs Separate: 7 Aspects Compared.Understanding Modem, Router, and Modem/Router Combo.Modem Router Combo vs Separate: Key Differences. ![]()
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Nourish move love workouts5/1/2023 ![]() ![]() Yoga asana can also be helpful at improving balance in people with brain injuries ( 27).Īdaptive yoga or chair yoga can be especially helpful for older adults or people with injuries who are less mobile or for whom balance is a concern. However, more studies with large sample sizes are needed before a general conclusion can be drawn. Second, I wasn’t expecting a night and day difference when I started this workout although I saw some MAJOR improvements both in my look and my overall. First of all, I can’t believe it’s already been 30 days Whoa It’s crazy how fast 30 days flies by (and another reason to just START TODAY). Essential Ayurveda (Now Age series) Penguin Women have absolute power within themselves to heal. Nourish Move Love Workout Program Review. With over 50 easy-to-follow exercises, Ayurveda Made Easy helps you find health, peace, and energy for a balanced life. Newer research suggests yoga can improve balance in older populations ( 25, 26). exercises to keep you calm and mindful, each page offers simple strategies for improving your physical and mental health. According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, falls are incredibly common among older adults in nursing facilities, and even the simplest ones can lead to an increased risk of death ( 24). Still, falling can have serious effects for certain populations. Likewise, a review of the research conducted on healthy populations suggests balance may improve for most people after consistently practicing yoga ( 23). Yoga has been shown to improve balance and overall performance in athletes ( 3). It’s also essential for simple everyday movements such as picking something up off the floor, reaching up to a shelf, and descending stairs. Balance is not just important when you’re trying to stand on one leg in Tree Pose in yoga class. ![]()
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Aerial photography near me5/1/2023 ![]() To generate approximate center points, photos were aligned and georeferenced in three dimensions using Agisoft Metashape and using a minimum number of ground control points, typically between 5 and 12 depending on the size of the project. These aerial images were obtained from 9"x9" film roll. The 177 photos were flown at a 1:9600 scale covering portions of Centre County, PA, including the Penn State University Park campus and surrounding towns. Hamer Center for Maps and Geospatial Information in 2021. The aerial photos were captured in the Spring 1949. Penn State University Park/Centre County PA 1949 Aerial Photos An index of the location of the flight lines is included for each site. The original contractor for the collection of these images was Eastern Mapping Co. The 450 photos cover: University Park 1985 campus Airport, University Park 1985 Farm, University Park 1985, Rock Springs 1985, and Stone Valley 1985. Hamer Center for Maps and Geospatial Information by the Penn State Office of the Physical Plant in 2017. These aerial photos were captured in Spring 19. The original contractor for these photos was Photogrammetric Data Services Inc. Hamer Center for Maps and Geospatial Information staff. These were scanned at 800dpi on an Epson Expression 11000 scanner by the Donald W. The 213 photos were flown at a 1"=300' scale covering State College, PA. Hamer Center for Maps and Geospatial Information in 2015 by the Penn State Office of the Physical Plant. ![]() The aerial photos were captured in the Spring 1995. The original contractor of these images was Land & Mapping Services 506 Krebs Ave. ![]() The 33 photos were flown at a 1":2400' scale covering Toftrees development in Patton Township, as part of the State College PA region. The aerial photos were captured in the Spring 1997. This interactive webmap shows georeferenced aerial photography from the 1930s, 1950s, 1970s, 1990s and 2000s Johnstown PA 1977 Aerial Photos (1"=500') - Johnstown flood (flood dates were July 19-20, 1977).Cambria County PA 2001 Aerial Photos (1”=500’ or 1:7,200) Cresson, Ebensburg, Hastings, Johnstown metropolitan area, Nanty Glo, Northern Cambria, Patton, Portage.Cambria County PA 2001 Aerial Photos (1”=600’ or 1:7,200) Carrolltown.Cambria County PA 2001 Aerial Photos (1”=1000’ or 1:12,000) Carrolltown, Chest Springs, Cresson, Ebensburg, Johnstown, Nanty Glo, Patton, Portage.Hamer Center for Maps and Geospatial Information staff.Ĭambria county, PA 2001 Aerial photos (preview and download) The 1414 photos were flown at four different scales (1:500, 1:600, 1:1000, 1:2000) with varied coverage areas of Cambria County. Hamer Center for Maps and Geospatial Information in 2017. The aerial photos were captured in the Spring 2001 by LR Kimball Aerial Photography for Cambria County. ![]() Harrisburg_North_and_Sunbury-Selingsgrove_Reaches_Sheet_1_1975 This StoryMap describes the collection with locations along with some background information about the Commission and photos of the flood.Susquehanna River Basin Commission 1973-1975 (Post Hurricane Agnes flood of 1972) Uncataloged and scanned photos in the Penn State University Libraries collection Penn State University Libraries catalog record. The 450 photos cover: Allentown 1986, Altoona 1985, Beaver 1985, Berks 1985, Capitol 1985, Delaware 1985, Fayette 1985, Hazelton 1985, Hershey 1985, McKeesport 1985, Mont Alto 1985, New Kensington 1985, Ogontz 1986, Schuylkill 1985, Scranton 1985, Shenango 1985, Wilkes-Barre 1985, York 1985, University Park 1985 campus Airport, University Park 1985 Farm, University Park 1985, Rock Springs 1985, and Stone Valley 1985. ![]()
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Home business card program5/1/2023 ![]() ![]() Put a special offer on there for them or have a little bonus they can download as a “thank you” for connecting with you. So why not send them to a page with that purpose?Ĭreate a page with a welcome message, or record a short introductory video so people get to know you better. You want prospects to be so impressed that they'll be inspired to visit your website right away. Keep in mind, the goal of business cards is to inspire people to launch a business relationship with you. What’s the purpose of putting your web address on your business cards? Not only to show people you've got one. It’s irrelevant and takes up precious space. That lets prospective clients know where you're available to work.īut if you’re a copywriter who works remotely, there’s no point in listing an address. If you're a photographer, for example, you should at least include your state on the card. Should you include a physical street address? Only if you've got a physical location crucial to doing business. This keeps your cards looking professional, and helps you maintain work/life balance. Stick with your work accounts and phone lines. Avoid using personal email addresses, too. Give your house number and your 5-year-old might answer the phone. On the other end of the spectrum, you don't want to get too personal. Templates like Business Card have plenty of room for contact info. Don't break the connection by sending callers through a phone menu, or writers to a shared email inbox. But which of your contact info should you include? The key idea to keep in mind here is “direct.”īusiness cards create a personal connection between you and prospects. If you want people to contact you, you've got to tell them how. For example: Video Masters John Smith, Videographer & Co-Founder 3.Ĭontact information is the meat of a business card. If you do have position credentials on your business card, list them after your title. “Was John a videographer? A video editor? A script writer? Oh, I forgot." Trash! Looking at a card from John, the Founder of Video Masters, for example, doesn't tell me much. You may think that sounds fancy, but it’s actually unhelpful.īy the time I go home, I'm not sure what the person's job was or why I should call. ![]() Instead, next to the name it says CEO, Founder, or President. ![]() I've received many business cards that don't say what the person giving me the card actually does. Which one do you note on your business cards? Use the one that describes your main function or primary role in the business. What about your job title? As a freelancer, entrepreneur, or small business owner you wear many hats in your business. Restaurant Business Card makes job titles clear. Introduce yourself as you like to be called to avoid awkward re-introductions later. Rather, it's designed to introduce you to people who may want to talk to you. A business card isn’t meant to provide your genealogical information. If your name is David, but you go by Dave, put the latter on your card, not the former. Seems obvious, doesn’t it? But many people get this wrong. The goal here is to ensure you're associated with (and remembered for) your brand. Each of those elements form the heart of your branding. Do it with the creative use of shapes, colors, and words. With a logo placeholder, Business Card puts your branding front and center.Įnsure your brand is instantly recognizable. These convey your business identity to the holder of the card. The first thing to include is your logo and tagline. Remember, your business card is an extension of your brand. Here are eight business card tips you can use to transform your business cards from a scrap piece of paper that people throw in the bin as soon as they get home, to a powerful connection agent that draws prospects to your business like needles to a magnet. ![]() With a good design in hand, you then need to customize it-adding key details to your card. Start with a high quality business card template, which gives you the right foundation to build from. Digital tools lack the human factor of the equation. For that reason, good business cards will never be replaced by any of the digital networking tools at our disposal. It's an opportunity to connect with a new prospect on a personal level. This business card template from Envato Elements has plenty of room for details.Ī good business card isn't just a tool for giving your information out to prospects. ![]() |