Kraig Grayson's Blog - All About Computers Kraig Grayson's Blog - All About Computers In this blog, information related to computers are posted. This can be anything about computers including common problems and solutions, new releases, updates, or any general information that relates to computers. We also review websites and programs Articles
Scanner As A Photocopying Machine
2007-01-11 04:35:03 Did you know that your scanner can serve as a photocopying machine when used in conjunction with your printer?All you need to do is scan the document or documents that you want a copy of. After you have saved the scanned documents to your hard drive and have made all the necessary adjustments, simply print them. Never thought it was that easy? In addition, you can do the same with pictures and it does not matter whether thet are colour or black and white. They will print just the same. Make sure you have enough ink in your printer though.This was a quick tip. I will have many more quick tips in upcoming posts. If you would like to be a sponsor of quick tips, send me an email: quicktips[at]kgbiz05[dot]com for more info and have your links appearing as the sponsor at the end of each post.This quick tip was sponsored by: LunarPages More About: Photo , Mac , Machine , Chine , Cann
Free New And Used Classifieds (Car and Trucks)
2007-01-11 04:35:03 Advertisement prices can be quite a drag nowadays, especially if you are trying to sell assets like motor vehicles, land, furniture, and so on. The upside to all that, however, is that there are places online where you can go to if you are looking for Used Cars classifieds, whether you are in the market as a seller or a buyer.LemonFree .com provides a 100% New and Used Car Truck Classified website where you can search for automobiles wintin the United States and Canada. All you need to enter as your search criteria are the Make of the vehicle, Model, Year, Country, and your Province or State. Some of the types of vehicles that you can search for include the Chevy Silverado, Buick Lacrosse, Nissan Maxima, Ford Mustang, and many more vehicles. They also provide information on how you can avoid scams and fraud, along with reviews of cars.In addition, if you wish to sell your car or truck, you can list it in LemonFree.com's classifieds for free. And get this: you can provide up to ten p... More About: Trucks , Classifieds
All The Best For The New Year
2007-01-02 04:28:01 Here is hoping that this new year 2007 will bring you and yours the best and that what you have resolved to do will be fruitful. 2006 was quite a busy year and I expect 2007 to be just a hectic. I know there are things we all set out to do that we were unable to complete last year. Maybe this year will see them getting done.All the best for the new year and please walk, drive, and walk carefully. More About: New Year , The N , Best , Year
HP Postie Patrol
2007-01-02 04:28:01 It is very nice to see companies give back to the community, especially if it is a chance for someone to win something. Speaking of giving away stuff, HP (Hewlett Pakard), the masters of Digital Photo Printing, in collabotration with PPP (PayPerPost ) have what they call the "Posti e Patrol". What these guys do is find someone to do some tasks with the chance of winning HP products and cash.Their latest endeavour, Postie Patrol #3, was by far the biggest that they have ever had. I watched the video and believe me I was impressed. You may take a look at it below.It was well put together and you could actually feel the joy of the lady who was vying for the prizes. She did very well and ... well watch and see if she won. The part of the video I really liked is when she went on her back trying to make the snow angel (just was not happening as there was not enough snow on the ground, though it was quite cold).You could be the next HP Postie Patrol winner.This post was brought to you by HP
Gammo Power Now Accepts E-Gold
2007-01-02 04:28:01 Gammo Power eBooks and Software has always accepted E-Gold , but it was only for the E-Gold games that were once a feature of the website. E-Gold is now accepted as a means of payment for the purchase of software, scripts, e-books, in fact anything that is sold on the GPEBS website. PayPal is still the main payment solution accepted, along with Credit Cards.A new feature of the website is the Shopping Cart. This was put in place to facilitate the purchase of more than one items. It is easy to use and works in conjunction with PayPal. You can even make single item purhcases with the Shopping Cart. So anywhere on the site you see the "Add To Cart" icon means your purchase is made using PayPal.Venture on over to Gammo Power eBooks and Sofware and get your software and e-books today. More About: E-gold , Accept
Press Release - Scam To Pay You To Join
2007-01-02 04:28:01 PRESS RELEASE:January 1, 2007As part of my ongoing drive to find persons and so-called opportunities that are out there to trick you, I recently joined two paid-to-read websites based on the notion that I would receive $10 into an e-gold account. The email I got read as follows (grammar and spelling is exactly how I received it): (HELLO, THIS IS NOT SPAM. YOU ARE RECEIVING THIS MESSAGEBECAUSE YOU ARE A MEMBER OF SMART-LIST. IF YOU WISH TO BEREMOVED FROM THIS LIST, PLEASE TYPE REMOVE IN THE SUBJECTBOX OF YOUR REPLY.) Hi, Thanks For Taking Time. I Know You R Looking For Making Money. I m giving $10 egold for being my free referral in 2 ptr's. i.e. Just Sign-up Thru The Links given below. http://tinyurl.com/y8m8ch http://tinyurl.com/y4fqly After signing up send an email at itsmokin#hotmail.com with your username you used to sign-up and e-gold account no. I will send $10 to your egold account in 24 hrs. and e-mail you payment batch number. If you don't have an e-gold you can get... More About: Press Release , Press , Join , Release , Scam
Credit Cards - God and Bad
2006-12-31 16:26:01 Many of us shop online and use credit cards to pay for our purchases. I have used credit cards to purchase various items and I find them to be quite convenient. They are 'good' as long as one makes purchases in line with their credit limit. They become 'bad' when individuals max out their credit cards and end up in debt. I do my best to ensure that I stay within my limits. As such I have no problems paying my credit card bill each month. What about those who continually put themselves in a debt-riddled position?There are websites on the internet that provide up to date credit card news that can prove to be very helpful to credit card users. Such information can be found easily by doing a search online. Credit Card s GB, for example, provides this information and also provides credit card advice to help persons who are confused about which card to apply for. You can get comprehensive credit card advice that is easily understood, making you aware of the many different types of car... More About: God , Edit
Avandia Rosiglitazone - Info at Epocrates Online
2006-12-30 16:25:02 There are more and more drugs created each day to combat various diseases. There are, however, only a few companies who provide free drug reference guides online for Clinicians to do research from. One company that has lead the way in doing this is Epocrates. They have recently enhanced their free web-based drug and formulary reference guide with patient education materials and additional clinical tools. From their website, medical professionals can have immediate access to the information needed to make prescribing decisions ? such as drug dosing for drug interactions and health plan coverage. An example of a drug they can get information on is Avandia, which is an oral diabetes medicine.In addition, Clinicians can now access valuable resources online like viewing pill pictures to help patients correctly identify their prescribed medications thus eliminating the guesswork and reducing drug errors. Clinicians may also provide their patients with a printed picture of newly prescribed... More About: Info , Online , Line , Zone , Rates
Synchronized Audio and Video
2006-12-30 16:25:02 It can be quite annoying (and funny at times) when you are watching a video and the audio and video are not synchronized. This is an occurence that is very prevalent in most Kung Fu movies where the voice comes a second or so after the lips start moving. This occurs because the audio and video are out of phase.The expression out of phase simply means that they are not in unison. When objects are out of phase, one leads while the other folloows, and vice-versa. To eliminate this problem, a phase adjuster is normally put at the final output stage of the video so as to ensure synchronization. It compensates for the video or audio being ahead or behind and puts them in phase.To better explain phasing, think of two race cars. If they both set off at the same time and at the same speed, they would be side by side, or synchronized. But if car 1 starts accelerating, it will move ahead of car 2, thus they would no longer be in phase. Car 1 would now be leading car 2 while car 2 is said to be... More About: Video , Audio , Audi , Sync , Synchronize
Further Your Education Online
2006-12-27 04:23:02 Do you remember the days when you had to go to an actual classromm to get an education, sitting in front of a teacher who would write notes on a chalkboard? Those were the 'good old days'. However, in these fast paced and busy times, most persons who seek to further their eduction do not have the time to do that again. With family and other responsibilities, it is next to impossible to stick to a rigid regime of being at classes between certain times on certain days. Thanks to the diversity of the internet, anyone can pursue courses online at their own pace.There are many Universities online that offer courses online. One such is Capella University, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Capella Education Company located in Minneapolis, and they have been around since 1993. They are an accredited online university, having been accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. They offer graduate degree programs in business, education, information technology, psychology and human services in... More About: Cat , Your , Online , Line
The Power of Advertising
2006-12-27 04:23:02 No one can doubt the awesome power of advertising. It is by this means that we get the message out to the general public that we have something to sell, be it a service or a product. Advert ising takes place on the radio, on the television, in newspapers, magazines, on pamphlets, etc. There are many diverse ways in which people learn about the things that they want to purchase.Online advertising has become a booming business in the last decade. Almost everyone who does business has some form of online presencne, even it is simply in online classfieds. By this means, even the 'simple man' who is at home browsing the web can find your products as advertised. Even if the product or service is not offered online, at least consumers would know where to shop in order to get what they want.Advertising in truly the way to go. Check your budget to see how much you can afford to spend on advertising. Most people start out on a very low budget. Then as sales increase they pump a bit more mone... More About: Power , Sing , Vert
Online Safety - Firewalls
2006-12-27 04:23:02 This is just a quick reminder that in view of the present holidays, when you make purchases online you MUST protect yourself as much as possible. Using a Fire Wall and anti-virus programs on your computer can help to prevent unauthorised access to information on your computer (reference: Antivirus Programs). Also ensure that you have spam suppressers installed and anti-adware software, both of which can contain dangerous viruses and codes.It is also best to use payment processors instead of sending your Credit Card information over the internet everytime you make a transaction (reference: Online Payment Processors). This helps you to keep your number seucure and less likely to be hacked.By all means, clear your browser cookies before you close your browser. In addition, clear your temporary internet files folder regulary. You can never be too careful. More About: Firewall , Safety
Online Payment Processors
2006-12-27 04:23:02 Here are three online payment processors that you might consider using the next time you need to do business online:PayPal:With more than 100 million accounts in 103 countries and regions, PayPal offers a fast, affordable and convenient online payment service for businesses of all sizes. The PayPal Business Account features:- Low cost. No start-up or monthly fees, no cancellation fees, and no minimum payments.- Lower transaction fees than other merchant accounts.- Quick setup. Sign up and get started in minutes. No extra software or hardware needed- Security. As an industry leader in fraud prevention and risk management, PayPal has 60%-70% lower fraud loss rates than other merchant accounts.- Network of buyers. One in three online buyers in the U.S. has a PayPal account, and over 58,000 users worldwide sign up for PayPal each day.PayDotCom:Sell your products and services through our online marketplace, and let PayDotCom take care of all your affiliate needs. Get paid instantly to yo... More About: Men , Processor , Processors , Online , Payment
Purchase Gold - Get Immediate Personal Delivery
2006-12-26 04:22:01 "All that glitters is not gold." That is a saying that has been passed down through the ages. And it is a true saying because there are other precious metals that also glitter. Whenever you are seeking to purchase gold and other precious metals, the Monex Deposit Company (MDC) should be your first choice as they can arrange for immediate personal delivery or for convenient and safe storage at an independent bank or depository. Their service is backed by over 30 years of continued service, making them America's gold and precious metals investment leader.But why invest in gold? Well, from the time of the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans right up to our modern times, man has had a great love for the gold bullion. Humans have been fascinated with the beauty and magic of gold, and with its power to change men's lives. In our day, gold has proven its ability to diversify investments, protect wealth and preserve one's purchasing power. Gold is available in coin or ingot form. Ingots... More About: Personal , Media , Live , Person
Domain Parking
2006-12-26 04:22:01 There was a time when persons bought a lot of domain names with the hope that one day someone would want to buy it and they would make loads of cash from the sales. That was once upon a time. Now, persons have bought out almost all of the most sought after domain names. Despite this however, there are still a number of people who have some domain names just sitting there, gathering dust.Now, you can make money from your domains. This can be done through Doma in Park ing . With Domain Parking, you can get money from clicks on adverstisements visitors make to your domain. You are able to Park your Domain for free. In addition, if you wish you can Sell your Domain from your Domain Parking page. You basically get your money for nothing and your clicks for free. Park and sell your domain the easy way.One of the greatest benefits of parking your domain is that you do not have to worry about getting content for it and then optimizing it for the search engines. The Domain Parking website staff... More About: Main
Mixed Transmission Media
2006-12-26 04:22:01 Communications has come a far way. Before the West was won, for example, they had the Pony Express which used to carry mail from one point to another. Then there came the the 'choo choo' train that basically revolutionized how information could be transmitted. Further on, motor vehicles came into play. Then Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone, the turning point in the various communication possibilities .When we consider how media is transmitted today, there are endless means that operate at different speeds. Microwave links are 'line-of-sight' media, i.e. each dish must be able to see the other in order to transmit information. This is a high speed transmission media. Satellites are also used to transmit data. Earth Stations and other localized earth-based satellite systems communicate with the satellites in space. If you are looking for a particular program or signal, your land-based satellite must be orinted with the correct satellite in space that has the signal yo... More About: Media , Miss , Trans , Sion , Mission
Causes of Operating System Hangups
2006-12-22 16:19:02 One of the most annoying things that can happen to anyone is having their computer hang up on them, especially in the middle of something important. I have stopped counting the amount of times that used to happen to me. In any case, the particular version operating system that I was using was to blame. For example, the 'blue screen of death' used to occur frequently when I used Windows ME. I often wondered how I still had hair left on my head after going through all that!But the proverbial question remains: What causes OS hang ups?The main cause is a bug or bugs in the coding of the operating system. Referring to my experience with Windows ME, it was an unstable OS becuase there were a lot of kinks in the design, bugs that would reveal themselves over time based on certain commands given to the OS. These bugs are usually worked out by the coders for the release of the updated verion of the OS or fixed for the release of a new version of the OS.Another reason why operating systems... More About: System , Operating System , Opera , Causes , Cause
Belisi's High-End Quality Accessories
2006-12-22 16:19:02 In todays fashionably trendy line of wardrobes, there is a particular name that we all like when it comes to choosing exactly what we want to wear. If it is shoes, we may like Nike or Reebok. If it underwear, we may like Calvin Klein or Fruit of the Loom. But when it comes to ties, handbags and scarves, the name that most people think of almost immediately is Belisi. The Belisi Brand was founded to enhance luxury wardrobes, while making the world a little brighter for everyone. Belisi is a name that is already synonymous with beauty and has over the years earned a loyal following for its high-end quality accessories.The interesting thing about Belisi is that, like many other rags-to-riches now famous designers, he did not start out from inherited money passed down from previous generations. Peter Belisi, founder and owner of the Belisi Brand, was once a Bartender serving the elites in Palm Beach, struggling to support his family with no savings. He craved he luxurious lifestyle that... More About: Accessories , Access , High , Quality , Esso
The Beeping Sound at POST (When Booting Computer)
2006-12-22 16:19:02 Beep! Beep! Beep! Hmmm..!! What could that sound be? Or it could simply be Beep!The beep or beeps we hear normally occur when we turn our computers on before the operating system loads. These beeps occur at POST (Power On Self Test). It normally indictaes that a particular check was successful, ususally that the memory is okay (you get a single beep). If you get multiple beeps and the computer does not go beyond the POST stage, you have got a problem. Generally it means either there is no memory present or your memory is bad.If you have more than one memory sticks, this is what you need to do to identify if only one or all of them are defective:1. Pull out all of the memory modules.2. Place one of them in Slot 1 and turn on the computer. If it is good, the computer will boot okay.3. Repeat Step 2 for the remaining memory sticks.4. Once you have identified the bad one, discard it and get a new one.If you do not have any memory in your computer, simply buy some and put in it. Then you... More About: Computer , Post , Comp , Sound , When
GEICO Online Car Insurance Rates
2006-12-22 16:19:02 When we watch television, there are many commercials that talk about saving hundreds on your car insurance amd how they are the best there is so you need to switch to them. Many of us are also familiar with a green little gecko that, once we see it, reminds us of a particular insurance company called GEICO. They have numerous offers for drivers who need to have proper accident insurance. A new safe driving material that GEICO has added to its online library of materials is called "Teens and Trucks". This online brochure, whcih was developed in association with the American Moving and Storage Association, has valuable information for teens on how to safely share the highway with large trucks. The GEICO teen safe driving Web site is located at http://www.geico.com/auto/safety.Even though the information that is provided is especially for teenagers, it is helpful to drivers of all ages. The focus, however, is on teens who are just learning to drive. Some of the valuable tips that are d... More About: Insurance , Car Insurance , Online , Geico , Line
How To Format A Floppy Diskette
2006-12-22 16:19:02 Know what the picture to the left is? That is correct! It is a floppy disk. It normally comes formatted (at least as of late...it was never always like that) so all you need to do is pop it into your floppy drive and use it right away. But what if, for some reason, you need to format it, or re-format it for that matter?The task is not daunting, it really is quite simple. Open up your Windows Explorer and look for the 3 1/2 Floppy (A:) [it may also be (B:) if you have 2 floppy drives] words. Right click on it and select Form at. Choose whether you want a Quick Format or a Full Format. A Quick Format simply erases the files on the floppy. A Full Format erases and re-formats the floppy disk. Then click Start to get the process going. That's it!When the process has been completed, your floppy is as good as new and ready to hold your files once again. More About: How To , Disk
How To Properly Delete Files From Your Hard Drive
2006-12-22 16:19:02 Many times we have all deleted files from our computer's hard drive and thought that they were all gone. Then one day we get an error saying there is not enough space to continue saving a file we are working on or when we try to add more files. What is usually the main cause?The simple answer is that we forgot to empty the Recycle Bin each time we deleted files. It can happen even to the best of us. The thing is that we simply delete the file and forget everything about a Recycle Bin. So how can we ensure that we remember to clear out the Bin?Here are a few points:1. Place a sticky note on the monitor reminding you to empty the Recycle Bin before logging off.2. Right click on the Recycle Bin icon the your desktop and choose Properties. Under the Global tab, left click Use One Setting For All Drive s and left click in the box beside Do Not Move Files To The Recycle Bin. Remove Files Immediately When Deleted.3. Install software that automatically empties the Recycle Bin just before sh... More About: How To , Perl , Your , Hard
Professional Search Engine Marketing
2006-12-22 16:19:02 Search Engine Market ing (SEM) is what most, if not all, website owners desire so that their site can be seen by those who would end up making purchases from their website. There are many niche markets online, some hotly contested by numerous companies who are all seeking a piece of the 'online dollars' pie. There are organizations that offer search engine marketing solutions to those who are willing to pay for such services. One company that has been around for over a decade and is deeply involved in SEM in USWeb. Originally founded in 1995, USWeb has offices across the United States and is known for being the most experienced, qualified and professional Internet consultants in the world. They are a leading strategic Internet services firm who help their clients to achieve revenue, profit, market share, and customer loyalty objectives through Internet strategies and systems.The global online market has a wide array of marketing opportunities and it is imperative that you identify ... More About: Profession , Search Engine Marketing , Search
Printers Through Time
2006-12-21 16:18:01 Oh how far printers have come through the ages! In the earlier days, printers were very cumbersome pieces of machinery that could not be moved once installed. In fact, they were once so big that they took up half a room! There are printers like that today but I am making the point that at one time these large printers were the order of the day. At times more than one person had to operate a printer, a stark contrast to nowadays where only one person is needed, even with automation.As we come nearer to our 21st century, we see where printers started losing weight overall. They started getting smaller and in due time could be carried around in a vehicle. Now there are even printers that can hold in your pocket. Some of the big names now that make printers have been around for decades, like Epson, Hewlett Packard, and Canon. These industry players, along with others that have come up since, strive to make their printers as user friendly as possible. One would think that the more featur... More About: Inter , Time , Print , Printer , Through
Agloco - Can You Really Own The Internet?
2006-12-21 16:18:01 AGLOCO is only four weeks old (as at the time of this wrtiting) and it already has signed up tens of thousands of Members, created enormous 'buzz' (over 700,000 pages in Google's search results talk about AGLOCO) and established a website more popular than Toyota's or Ford's or Bloomingdales or Kmart's (it took YouTube 8 months to do that).It has a goal of reaching 10,000,000 Members by July 1, 2007. With all the hype around AGLOCO, it is clear to see that it will be the next big thing, so getting onboard now would be the wise thing to do.Here are some reasons why I would like you to consider joining:1. AGLOCO pays you, as an Inter net user, your fair share of the value created while you surf.2. The AGLOCO's free software puts you in control of what arrives on your screen and what data you allow outsiders to collect.3. AGLOCO is a 100% Member owned company which rewards the Members who help build the company. It never costs anything to be a MemberAnd do not forget what I said ... More About: Real , The Internet , Intern
Highly Effective Search Engine Optimization
2006-12-21 16:18:01 As the internet grows and websites have to be designed in line with ever changing standards, Search Engine Optimization , more commonly referred to as SEO, is becoming the order of the day especially as it relates to the ease with which your website(s) get listed on search engines. That being said, a key player in the SEO field is SEO Inc.. Located at 2720 Loker Ave W, Suite G, Carlsbad, CA 92010, they are a professional integrated search media agency, specializing in achieving high rankings for their clients on the Internet's major Search Engine s. Their certified ?Search Engineers? have a combined expertise of over 40 years and have led the industry in developing highly effective, proprietary optimization and marketing methodologies that have placed more than 300 leading corporations in the top rankings of the world's major search engines.Their mission is to improve client placement in Internet search engines, to exponentially increase their ROI on Pay per click spends and leverag...
Raise Your Credit Score
2006-12-18 16:16:01 There are many persons today who have either a very low or terribly poor credit score. This has had a negative impact on their ability to secure loans and make purchases. These individuals need not despair as there is light at the end of the tunnel. There is a company called Seasoned Trade Lines, LLC that markets a program which can raise your credit score up to 200 pts in as little as 30 days. They have hundreds of satisfied clients and have been in business for over 2 years."How does this program work?", you may wonder. It is quite simple. Seasoned Trade Lines, LLC, in conjunction with other online properties, receives requests for credit help online daily. When their clients enroll, they pay you to add their clients as Authorized Users to your accounts. You will then request your credit card company to send only 1 card in the name of their clients to YOUR home. You will then place a charge on your card in any amount and after 60 days the history of your account(s) will appear on ... More About: Credit , Your , Edit , Core , Score
Earn Income with Blogsvertise
2006-12-15 04:14:02 As we continue to look at websites that pay people to blog, one worth mentioning is Blosgvertise Blog Advertising. Just as with some of the other 'paid to blog' websites, they have solutions for both bloggers and advertisers. As they say on their websites: It's simple. Earn cash and generate extra income from your blog!Here is how it works on Blosgvertise:For Bloggers: They assign tasks to registered members with the website address and what to talk about on their blog. Any topic or task that they want you to do will be emailed to you. The blogger will then write up an entry in their blog about the advertiser in whatever manner they wish, whether it be a site review, compliment or even complain about it, and then link to the website at least 3 times in their blog entry. Blogs vertise will pay bloggers via PayPal per blog entry for writing about the advertisers web site.For Advertisers: To become a Blosgvertise advertiser, all you have to do is become a registered advertiser. Once ... More About: With , Income
Press Release: Beware of All Solutions Network
2006-12-15 04:14:02 Press Release:December 13, 2006In line with our continued vigilance against websites that claim to be what they do not, we have found yet another site that does not live up to its promises. It is known as All Solutions Network (ASN) located at www.allsolutionsnetwork.com. I have been a member of this website for well over a year trying to see if all the promised bonuses I would get would bear fruit. To this day I have not received even one cent! This is despite my recruiting affiliates under me who, as the ASN program promised, would allow me to get monthly commissions from their sales. As I said, I have seen no money thus far.To show you how really messed up and fraudulent the whole thing is, I could not not even access the page that supposedly had my Commission Report. Each time I clicked on the link, and I mean it has been this way from day one, I get an error saying that the page does not exist. I wrote to my upline asking him about this problem. He said he too has the same prob... More About: Press Release , Press , Work , War
Internet Fraud and Your Personal Identity Safety
More articles from this author:2006-12-13 16:13:02 Internet fraud is fast becoming one of the means by which criminals fleece millions of dollars from unsuspecting online shoppers. This occurs when persons use their credit cards to do business over the internet and these thieves in one way or another steal the credit card number, expiry date, and CV code from the users computer or intercept a transaction and capture the said data. The main way persons find out that their credit card has been used by someone else is when the bill comes and they see purchases that they did not make.This brings us to the point about identity theft. When someone uses your credit card number to make a purhcase, they are in fact pretending to be you, meaning they have stolen your identity. As such, any action done with your CC will make it appear as if you are the one buying up a lot of things. Many persons have had their cards maxed out by internet fraudsters. However, many of the banks must be commended for their increased vigilance in this area as they... More About: Personal , Internet , Safety , Fraud , Inter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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