Remembering all the people you have befriended for the whole school life can really bring nostalgia to anyone. With the numerous people you have encountered for many years, there are these special people that truly influenced you as a person. Whether you have been in a group or not, we have these old friends and classmates that we relied on when we were still at school. There are times when we have to go back in time through our minds and reminisce both the good and the bad times which gave flavor to the school life. Seeing and reuniting with the people we bonded before can be a very soulful experience.
We needed to keep in touch with those people but the problem is we don’t know how and where to start. And sometimes we lack or we have already lost the basic information that we had before. All we have in hand could be a limited information about the person that we are trying to find. But if you know where and what to do, you will surely find the people you are looking for.
First, you have to gather all the information that you have. You can also ask other people who knew the person and gather additional information from them. Next, you will have to go online and try to look for the best people search site available in the Internet. You can use search engines in finding the best people search sites and try to use them. You can even use search engines as people search tools. People search sites are easy to use just like any other online search methods. You just have to be accurate in entering the information used for searching, for example the name. You have to enter the name and the site will give you the appropriate results that match your search and you are on your way reuniting with friends.
Minggu, 31 Agustus 2008
Rabu, 27 Agustus 2008
Broadband Safety
You may be one of the thousands of people that upgraded their broadband connection to wireless which lets you access the web anywhere in the home, but are you leaving yourself open to fraud?
Around 5m households now have wireless - or “Wi-Fi” - internet access. However, about half of these have not protected their connection.
Neighbours could easily log in and piggy-back on your internet access leaving them bill free; this is a very common case if you live in an apartment block or flat. Hackers can also access files and spy on the websites you have used. More worryingly they can work out when you are on your holiday if you have booked online, leaving your home and your possessions at risk. A hacker with the right software and know-how can access your online bank account and potentially uncover your password, cleaning you out of all your funds.
Once they have stolen your identity there is no saying what they will do. As if it’s not enough to have emptied your bank accounts, they can also apply for credit cards plummeting you into debt and sometimes blacklisting you. Fraudsters have been known to purchase things as large as plasma TVs, game consoles and luxury holidays.
It’s alarmingly simple for fraudsters to hack into your life and steal your identity as they can purchase software that identifies homes with unprotected wireless connections. They no longer have to trawl streets at random with their equipment to find vulnerable homes.
Surprisingly, it is not difficult to protect your internet connection. Most broadband providers, including Orange, BT, AOL and Sky, issue wireless modems that are already secured or "locked".
The problem often occurs when a wireless router is bought from a manufacturer or a retailer; because you have to secure it manually, you can easily miss out a step in the process. The easy option is to go for the modem from your broadband provider, although they are not all free with broadband deals.
Around 5m households now have wireless - or “Wi-Fi” - internet access. However, about half of these have not protected their connection.
Neighbours could easily log in and piggy-back on your internet access leaving them bill free; this is a very common case if you live in an apartment block or flat. Hackers can also access files and spy on the websites you have used. More worryingly they can work out when you are on your holiday if you have booked online, leaving your home and your possessions at risk. A hacker with the right software and know-how can access your online bank account and potentially uncover your password, cleaning you out of all your funds.
Once they have stolen your identity there is no saying what they will do. As if it’s not enough to have emptied your bank accounts, they can also apply for credit cards plummeting you into debt and sometimes blacklisting you. Fraudsters have been known to purchase things as large as plasma TVs, game consoles and luxury holidays.
It’s alarmingly simple for fraudsters to hack into your life and steal your identity as they can purchase software that identifies homes with unprotected wireless connections. They no longer have to trawl streets at random with their equipment to find vulnerable homes.
Surprisingly, it is not difficult to protect your internet connection. Most broadband providers, including Orange, BT, AOL and Sky, issue wireless modems that are already secured or "locked".
The problem often occurs when a wireless router is bought from a manufacturer or a retailer; because you have to secure it manually, you can easily miss out a step in the process. The easy option is to go for the modem from your broadband provider, although they are not all free with broadband deals.
Sekitar Golf Cikarang
Pagi ini berangkat jam 6 saya bersepeda santai ke arah Cikarang Golf, yang katanya jadi area berolahraga warga Cikarang Baru.
Saya masih saja terkagum melewati boulevard 6 lajur ini. Begitu lega, apalagi pagi2 hari libur ini, jalan itu kerasa luas banget. Terus adem, dingin, hijau. Inilah area yang menurut saya membuat Cikarang Baru layak menyebut dirinya “Kota Hijau”.
Ayo dong… Perbanyak area seperti ini!! Jangan area komersial terus yang dikembangkan!!
Saya masih saja terkagum melewati boulevard 6 lajur ini. Begitu lega, apalagi pagi2 hari libur ini, jalan itu kerasa luas banget. Terus adem, dingin, hijau. Inilah area yang menurut saya membuat Cikarang Baru layak menyebut dirinya “Kota Hijau”.
Ayo dong… Perbanyak area seperti ini!! Jangan area komersial terus yang dikembangkan!!
Low Profile Paintball hoppers
Normal paintball hoppers can be big targets when playing. When you are shooting at an opponent, your paintball hopper will often stick out and give something else for your opponent to hit. Even when you get hit on your paintball hopper, you are out of the game.
To avoid less hopper shots you can make your target smaller by using low profile hopper systems. There are a couple of options out there that will give you a very low profile and decrease your target size when you are hanging out and shooting.
The Q-loader is a hopper system that can mount under your paintball barrel or above your gun. It is spring powered, so no batteries are needed. You don’t need to worry about your gun shooting faster than the Q-loader can load either. The Q-loader can feed at a rate of 30 bps. Plenty fast enough for any paintball gun. The Q-loader uses spring loaded pods that can hold 100 paintballs. When the pod is empty you remove it and clip on another pre-loaded Q-loader pod.
The Warp Feed system made by Airgun Designs will take your current hopper and move it to the side of your gun. This prevents the hopper from sticking out when you are leaning out to shoot. The Warp Feed is battery operated and will push paintballs fed from a motorized hopper through a tube directly into your paintball gun.
Having a low profile is important when playing paintball. A low profile will help keep you from getting shot easily. Low profile hopper systems like the Q-loader will replace your bulky loader with a smaller spring loaded Q-loader pod that you can fit under your barrel. The Warp Feed system will take your bulky motorized hopper and place it on the side of the gun where it will be less likely to get hit.
If you are looking for a good low profile hopper system that will give you an edge over the competition by making your profile smaller, either the Q-loader or Warp Feed are good systems to consider.
To avoid less hopper shots you can make your target smaller by using low profile hopper systems. There are a couple of options out there that will give you a very low profile and decrease your target size when you are hanging out and shooting.
The Q-loader is a hopper system that can mount under your paintball barrel or above your gun. It is spring powered, so no batteries are needed. You don’t need to worry about your gun shooting faster than the Q-loader can load either. The Q-loader can feed at a rate of 30 bps. Plenty fast enough for any paintball gun. The Q-loader uses spring loaded pods that can hold 100 paintballs. When the pod is empty you remove it and clip on another pre-loaded Q-loader pod.
The Warp Feed system made by Airgun Designs will take your current hopper and move it to the side of your gun. This prevents the hopper from sticking out when you are leaning out to shoot. The Warp Feed is battery operated and will push paintballs fed from a motorized hopper through a tube directly into your paintball gun.
Having a low profile is important when playing paintball. A low profile will help keep you from getting shot easily. Low profile hopper systems like the Q-loader will replace your bulky loader with a smaller spring loaded Q-loader pod that you can fit under your barrel. The Warp Feed system will take your bulky motorized hopper and place it on the side of the gun where it will be less likely to get hit.
If you are looking for a good low profile hopper system that will give you an edge over the competition by making your profile smaller, either the Q-loader or Warp Feed are good systems to consider.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SURFBOARD
If you’re just learning to surf, the kind of board you use is second to learning the ins and outs of the sport, but once you’ve gotten a handle on the sport and the different ways boards ride on a wave, you will come to understand the art of choosing your perfect surfboard.
Many beginners learn how to surf on a long board, a board that is at least nine feet long. Any board longer than nine feet will be much easier to learn on because it will be much more comfortable to lie down on, much faster to paddle out to the break, and much easier to catch a wave. With time, practice, and patience, you will be standing up on your long board and catching waves in no time. At that point, you may consider a smaller board.
Let’s talk a bit more about the advantages of the long board. The factors that allow you to catch a wave are the size of the wave, the velocity of the wave, and the quality of your board. The key for beginners is to not get a board that is too short or too narrow. You will be much happier starting out on a long, wide board, as you will catch more waves and get more practice standing up. You’ll have far less inclination to lug a heavy board around with you, so find a board that is light enough to carry around. The thickness of the board doesn’t matter as much, but try to get a board that will fit comfortably under your arm or one that you can actually carry for at least two blocks.
As a general rule of thumb, you don’t want a board that seems discolored or overly worn or tired. You want a board that still has a little life in it and you shouldn’t be afraid to ding it up a bit. Beginners definitely shouldn’t buy new boards. The ideal situation for beginning surfers would be to borrow a board from a friend, buy a used board, or purchase a long-term (seasonal) rental. Don’t worry about buying something fancy. Just get something that will get you in the water, keep you coming back for more, and will stand the test of time.
Short-boarding beginners might prefer a “fish,” which tends to be short (about six to seven feet in length) and wide (about 20 inches). Fish-shaped boards provide a little more float for the rider, which is a help to beginning surfers. Fish-shaped boards may be a little harder to turn and duck dive, but they will help you get the feel of short boarding and provide enough confidence for you to continue learning. As is the case with beginner long boards, your beginner short board should also be newer (10 years old at most) and should not have dings, holes, bumps, or bruises.
If you have a decent budget, you could opt for the practically indestructible epoxy board. Epoxy boards, as opposed to cheaper fiberglass boards, last longer and are machine made. They’re good for beginners because they don’t ding as easily (and, as a beginner, you will find that your board is difficult to carry without bumping into things).
Finally, if you don’t feel completely comfortable on the board, don’t worry too much―you’ll get used to it. Get something decent enough to keep you paddling out for a year and trade up for a better, faster board when you’re ready.
Many beginners learn how to surf on a long board, a board that is at least nine feet long. Any board longer than nine feet will be much easier to learn on because it will be much more comfortable to lie down on, much faster to paddle out to the break, and much easier to catch a wave. With time, practice, and patience, you will be standing up on your long board and catching waves in no time. At that point, you may consider a smaller board.
Let’s talk a bit more about the advantages of the long board. The factors that allow you to catch a wave are the size of the wave, the velocity of the wave, and the quality of your board. The key for beginners is to not get a board that is too short or too narrow. You will be much happier starting out on a long, wide board, as you will catch more waves and get more practice standing up. You’ll have far less inclination to lug a heavy board around with you, so find a board that is light enough to carry around. The thickness of the board doesn’t matter as much, but try to get a board that will fit comfortably under your arm or one that you can actually carry for at least two blocks.
As a general rule of thumb, you don’t want a board that seems discolored or overly worn or tired. You want a board that still has a little life in it and you shouldn’t be afraid to ding it up a bit. Beginners definitely shouldn’t buy new boards. The ideal situation for beginning surfers would be to borrow a board from a friend, buy a used board, or purchase a long-term (seasonal) rental. Don’t worry about buying something fancy. Just get something that will get you in the water, keep you coming back for more, and will stand the test of time.
Short-boarding beginners might prefer a “fish,” which tends to be short (about six to seven feet in length) and wide (about 20 inches). Fish-shaped boards provide a little more float for the rider, which is a help to beginning surfers. Fish-shaped boards may be a little harder to turn and duck dive, but they will help you get the feel of short boarding and provide enough confidence for you to continue learning. As is the case with beginner long boards, your beginner short board should also be newer (10 years old at most) and should not have dings, holes, bumps, or bruises.
If you have a decent budget, you could opt for the practically indestructible epoxy board. Epoxy boards, as opposed to cheaper fiberglass boards, last longer and are machine made. They’re good for beginners because they don’t ding as easily (and, as a beginner, you will find that your board is difficult to carry without bumping into things).
Finally, if you don’t feel completely comfortable on the board, don’t worry too much―you’ll get used to it. Get something decent enough to keep you paddling out for a year and trade up for a better, faster board when you’re ready.
Learning to Surf:
You are not actually up and surfing unless you can pop up and stand on the board while it is on a wave. The act of popping up is a very scary endeavor at first, yet it is the key to surfing success. Getting the hang of this vital surfing move really is just a matter of practice. Practice, practice, practice. Most beginners find that practicing a pop-up on the beach helps tremendously before trying it in the water. Learning this skill is good exercise and builds muscle and strength.
When you are starting out, it is a great idea to practice popping up on a surface that’s stable and flat. Anything like beach sand or grass will do. Your living room floor works great for this! Start with your belly on the ground. Then, like a push-up, push your arms and torso up, keeping your belly button pressed close to the floor. One second after that movement, swing your knees through your arms and jump up into a crouching position with your stronger foot slightly farther back. Throughout this movement, concentrate on your balance. Your knees should still be bent and will act as shock absorbers while riding down the face of the wave. Practice popping up on land several times in a row, making sure your end position is the same each time. Your weight should slightly favor your front foot once you’ve popped up into your crouched standing position. Eventually that initial crouch position will feel automatic even when you’re on the board in the water.
Balance is the critical ingredient to popping up. As you catch the wave, your body should be positioned perfectly in the center of your board. If you are too far forward on your board, you will “pearl,” which means the nose of your board will catch the wave and you will fall forward before being able to pop up. If you are too far back on your board, you will not be able to catch the wave either. Find a happy medium in the center of your board before you begin paddling for the wave, which you can remember by the feel of it and also by some marker or label on the board itself. Usually, there is a surfboard label on the deck of the board that you can use to situate yourself before paddling for a wave.
Paddle hard for the wave before it comes. Get at least three good strokes in―five or more is ideal to ensure you catch the wave you’re after. When you feel yourself being propelled by the wave, push the board down with both arms and lift your torso up. At the same time, you should apply just a little more weight to the back of the board. As soon as you feel ready and when you feel the board actually move forward on the wave, jump up to your feet in the crouched position with your weaker foot in front of your stronger one, just like you practiced on land.
Popping up is always easier during the first 30 minutes of each surfing session because, though you might not realize it, this action takes a great deal of energy. You usually have better rides during the first half of the surf session because you are more committed and have more energy. Since you will have greater success when you’re fresh in the water, try to concentrate your practice of popping up early on in each surf session. Eventually, you’ll get this motion right and it will come easier and naturally to you.
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Robb Bailey works for South Coast Surf Shops, San Diego’s premiere surfboard distributor and surf apparel dealer for more than 30 years. He has been inducted as a lifetime honorary member of his college surf club, the Cal Poly Surfer’s Association, and has traveled the world surfing for the past 11 years.
When you are starting out, it is a great idea to practice popping up on a surface that’s stable and flat. Anything like beach sand or grass will do. Your living room floor works great for this! Start with your belly on the ground. Then, like a push-up, push your arms and torso up, keeping your belly button pressed close to the floor. One second after that movement, swing your knees through your arms and jump up into a crouching position with your stronger foot slightly farther back. Throughout this movement, concentrate on your balance. Your knees should still be bent and will act as shock absorbers while riding down the face of the wave. Practice popping up on land several times in a row, making sure your end position is the same each time. Your weight should slightly favor your front foot once you’ve popped up into your crouched standing position. Eventually that initial crouch position will feel automatic even when you’re on the board in the water.
Balance is the critical ingredient to popping up. As you catch the wave, your body should be positioned perfectly in the center of your board. If you are too far forward on your board, you will “pearl,” which means the nose of your board will catch the wave and you will fall forward before being able to pop up. If you are too far back on your board, you will not be able to catch the wave either. Find a happy medium in the center of your board before you begin paddling for the wave, which you can remember by the feel of it and also by some marker or label on the board itself. Usually, there is a surfboard label on the deck of the board that you can use to situate yourself before paddling for a wave.
Paddle hard for the wave before it comes. Get at least three good strokes in―five or more is ideal to ensure you catch the wave you’re after. When you feel yourself being propelled by the wave, push the board down with both arms and lift your torso up. At the same time, you should apply just a little more weight to the back of the board. As soon as you feel ready and when you feel the board actually move forward on the wave, jump up to your feet in the crouched position with your weaker foot in front of your stronger one, just like you practiced on land.
Popping up is always easier during the first 30 minutes of each surfing session because, though you might not realize it, this action takes a great deal of energy. You usually have better rides during the first half of the surf session because you are more committed and have more energy. Since you will have greater success when you’re fresh in the water, try to concentrate your practice of popping up early on in each surf session. Eventually, you’ll get this motion right and it will come easier and naturally to you.
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Robb Bailey works for South Coast Surf Shops, San Diego’s premiere surfboard distributor and surf apparel dealer for more than 30 years. He has been inducted as a lifetime honorary member of his college surf club, the Cal Poly Surfer’s Association, and has traveled the world surfing for the past 11 years.
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