![]() As Americans embraced instant messaging at the office and at home, AIM was the site of everything from mundane work chats to teenagers’ daring romantic confessions. The 2000s brought soaring popularity that drove AIM’s user base up to more than 61 million and its staff up to 100. Slack, Facebook Messenger, Discord and countless other direct messaging features built into social media apps use the same basic structure that AIM first proposed. Today, instant messaging has remained virtually unchanged. Users could log on and instantly ping messages back and forth, remotely chatting with friends, colleagues and loved ones. At its peak, AOL was responsible for up to half of all CD-ROMs produced, giving users unlimited internet access for $20 a month.īut unlike AOL’s core services-which were only available for a fee-AIM was available as a free standalone app and open source code. Gordon’s experiences with AIM as both a nostalgic childhood chat space for talking about video games with friends and a platform for professional communication demonstrate just how deeply AIM shaped the way people communicate online. “It turned out my old handle was still functional, and I was happy to use this slightly more professional option.” ![]() “When I started working at Pitchfork in 2014, the internal office communications system was, somehow, AIM,” Gordon says. Unexpectedly, AIM popped up again in Gordon’s life more than a decade later, and he appreciated the simplicity of his original screen name. “Nobody is allowed to see what I was posting about Pokemon when I was 11.” “I will not share that one here, I'm sorry to say, because some of those message board posts are still active,” Gordon adds. ![]() He quickly acquired a second screen name, which synced with the handle he used on video game forums. “My AIM screen name was JeremyG495, which I set up with the help of my father in either 1998 or 1999,” says Gordon in an email. Long before writer Jeremy Gordon covered music and pop culture for the New York Times and The Outline, he was an elementary schooler who logged onto AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) for the very first time. ![]()
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![]() What kind of dog do you have? Do you have a puppy or a full-grown dog? Is your dog large, like a German Shepherd, or small, like a Maltese? A lager dog will probably need a larger and more powerful hose and shower shower attachment to guarantee that it gets a thorough wash, while something smaller and gentler will be more appropriate for a smaller dog. Different washing tools will be appropriate to different dogs, so the kind of dog you have will make a big difference to which washing tool is ultimately the right one. Know Your Dogīefore thinking about dog washers and their qualities, though, you should think about your dog. When a specific point we make only applies to a specific type of dog washer, we will say so. However, we’ll try to keep out discussion as general as possible. Since dog washing tools vary based on what part of your dog they are meant to wash or how they help wash your dog, not everything we say will apply to every tool. Beyond having some specific information about particular dog washing tools and their capabilities, we think you should also know some general things about what qualities or features make for a good dog washer. Now that we’ve provided you with a decent taste of what the market has to offer in helping you wash down your dog or pup, we’d like to round out round out your information a bit more. Of course, you will have to supplement it with other cleaning devices to give your dog a comprehensive cleaning. Verdict: As a tool to clean your dog’s paws, this thing is superb. Large: 3.85-inch top diameter, 3.35-inch bottom diameter and 5.9-inch height. ![]()
![]() ![]() You will need a keyboard to press Escape on to access the emulator's menu so that you can then configure your controller: a controller with a Home/Guide button that can be a dedicated Open Menu button is required to use this emulator with just a controller. The following BIOS is supported: Recognized Name The recognized name can be all uppercase OR all lowercase. It is said to improve performance for certain PlayStation games as is a streamlined version of the BIOS, lacking irrelevant features like the built-in CD Player and Memory Card manager. Note: psxonpsp660.bin is a BIOS dumped from the PSP's PlayStation emulator. If more than one of the BIOS above is provided, then the latest revision of the BIOS available is automatically chosen. The following BIOS are supported: Recognized Name It should be considered mandatory to manually install an official BIOS. While both lr-pcsx_rearmed and PCSX-ReARMed have an emulated BIOS to fall back on, it has limited compatibility so most games will have issues running with it (or not work at all), and all games that use memory card saves are prone to save corruption. CD2, etc so that EmulationStation will list only the. chd extension for each disc of the game with an appropriate. m3u playlist file to enable you to change discs by the above method. To change the disc through RetroArch, from the "Quick Menu", enter "Disk Control", use the "Disk Cycle Tray Status" to open the virtual disk tray, change the disk number to the correct one, then use the "Disk Cycle Tray Status" to close the virtual disk tray. pbp format ROMs can package together multiple discs in one file. This is a lossless compression format which can be useful to tidy up multi-.bin ROMs into one file. tocĬurl -sLO & sudo dpkg -i ecm_1.03-1build1_b & sudo rm ecm_1.03-1build1_bĪll supported PlayStation emulators have support for the CHD (V5) archive format. Not available for ARM systems (like the Raspberry Pi) due to its poor performance on ARM. It is accurate and includes several enhanced graphical features. ![]() Recommended for more powerful x86 systems. Additionally, setting the resolution via Runcommand to a low 4:3 resolution is recommended for faster emulation and correct aspect ratio, though 480i (CEA-6) is the lowest recommended 4:3 CEA resolution due to CEA-2 causing visual issues and CEA-1 causing the system to lock up entirely. ![]() Recommended for Raspberry Pi 0/1 due to its lower system requirements, though expect some inaccurate emulation. The features of RetroArch combined with PCSX-ReARMed's excellent Dynamic Recompiler allow for an adequate PlayStation emulation experience, though expect some inaccurate emulation. znxĮmulators: lr-pcsx_rearmed, PCSX-ReARMed, lr-beetle-psx lr-pcsx_rearmed The PlayStation is a 5th generation video game console released by Sony in 1994. Universal Controller Calibration & Mapping Using xboxdrvĬonvert RetroPie SD Card Image to NOOBS Image The Controller Problem: Digital-Only & Analog Validating, Rebuilding, and Filtering Arcade ROMsĮmulators: lr-pcsx_rearmed, PCSX-ReARMed, lr-beetle-psx ![]() ![]() it is recommended to reduce the overall spore load by harvesting mushrooms. After the harvest, leave the blocks for 3 days, then soak your block in cold water for 20 minutes, and then re-start the process of spraying your blocks with water daily. Lions Mane mushroom kits are the easiest of all our Spray Grow kits and.Check out our Instagram for recipe inspiration, You may choose to attempt a subsequent fruiting off your block.Grab the whole mushroom cluster with two hands & twist from the roots.Harvest your mushrooms just before the edge of the mushrooms start to crinkle.have weeks of fun and enjoyment as you harvest one mushroom after another. We also carry grow chambers, cultivation supplies, mycology lab supplies, books, wellness and more. After that, youll want to cover the cap with glass or paper and leave it for anywhere from 2-24 hours. When you twist the mushroom cap, place a drop of water on the cap. Mushrooms should be ready to harvest 1-2 weeks after the baby mushroom pins appear. This mushroom growing kit was designed to let you grow mushrooms at home. North Spore is your mushroom growing source Located in Maine, USA, we produce premium mushroom grow kits, sterile substrates, organic grain spawn, sawdust spawn, mushroom plugs, and more for home & commercial growers. There are a few different methods of harvesting spores.These kits typically contain a substrate, which is a nutrient-rich material that supports the growth of mycelium, the root system of the mushroom. Continue to spray with water even once the mushrooms appear. A magic mushroom grow kit is a pre-prepared kit that contains everything you need to grow your own medicinal magic mushrooms at home.This kit comes with a sterilized grain spawn bag, fruiting substrate, and a nice little fruiting chamber. First signs will be baby mushrooms (known as “pins”) appearing within 2 weeks of opening the bag. Growing Organic Mushroom Grow Kit USD 140 This simple mushroom grow kit is a perfect introduction to cultivating magic mushrooms (and other species of mushrooms).Spray with water under the flaps a few times a day.Keep your box indoors, away from direct sunlight. ![]() By harvesting the mushrooms when they are thinning and their caps are becoming wavy, you will avoid mushroom. To get started on your journey, you can buy oyster grow kits from us that make it easy to go from spore to harvesting mushrooms without having to be a.
![]() Strike force composition ĭue to their relatively high fuel requirements, it is generally reasonable to assign capital ships to strike force missions so that they are only called to action when required. Refitting these submarines as minelayers can be a good way to put them to use, as their low combat performance will not affect their ability to lay mines. Some countries start the game with primitive submarines based upon the 'Early Submarine Hull'. They remain vulnerable to naval bombers and may take some losses this way, but in practice the AI does not perform enough bombing of minelaying submarines to pose a problem for the player. When equipped with minelaying tubes and given an engagement rule of 'Never engage', they can perform minelaying missions with near impunity. The resulting naval supremacy can be useful for facilitating naval invasions, as well.ĭue to their stealth and low cost, submarines are well suited for minelaying. It is thereby possible to gain a strong naval advantage over the AI through extensive mining. They will only perform minimal minesweeping efforts at most, regardless of how many mines there are. ![]() Mines have powerful effects, and the AI currently pays little attention to mines. Strategies are not limited to instructions the reasoning behind each strategy is also given, with links to articles in which the relevant mechanics are explained. This section provides naval warfare strategies which have been tested in-game for effectiveness. If you spot a mistake then you are welcome to fix it. Naval doctrines provide bonuses for specific forms of naval warfare. Research Technology Main article: Naval technologyĪdvances in naval technology can unlock more capable ship designs, or improve the performance of existing ships.ĭoctrine Main article: Naval doctrine When two opposing navies meet, a naval battle unfolds. Naval warfare is primarily conducted through naval missions, which may be assigned to task forces.īattle Main article: Naval battle Navies are fundamentally composed of ships. It is divided among task forces, fleets and theaters. If you wanna get a quick idea of what types of fleets you should have and what the task forces of these fleets and their composition should be, then give the video a go and you won't be disappointed.Concepts and mechanics Navy Main article: NavyĪ navy is a country's collective naval force. "This is the best fleet compositions in hoi4 from what I've tested out so far, and it's compatible with the latest 1.9.1 patch and the La resistance DLC. ![]() #hoi4 #laresistance #hoi4laresistance #ludiethistoria #mantheguns #hoi4mantheguns #navies #hoi4navyguide Save Cancel This is an unofficial video, not endorsed by Paradox Interactive. Hearts of Iron IV is a grand strategy games published by Paradox Interactive. This is one of my hoi4 tutorials that covers the naval part of the game, and have more hoi4 guides and tutorials for the army, navy and air force, as well as the espionage parts. The DLCs used in this video are Together for victory, Man the Guns, Death or Dishonor, Waking the Tiger and La Resistance. If you are also interested in a quick hoi4 tutorial series about navies, agents, armies and other La resistance and Man the Guns features, then check the playlist below: ☑ Viewed? ☐ Liked? ☐ Commented? ☐ Subscribed? ☐ Left the Bell on? If you wanna get a quick idea of what types of fleets you should have and what the task forces of these fleets and their composition should be, then give the video a go and you won't be disappointed. ![]() This is the best fleet compositions in hoi4 from what I've tested out so far, and it's compatible with the latest 1.9.1 patch and the La resistance DLC. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Sunspots result from areas of the sun that have stronger magnetic fields." "This results in the number of sunspots seen on the sun. "The sun has an 11-year cycle where it goes through maximum and minimum," said Schmoll. A cycle is traditionally measured by the rise and fall in the number of sunspots, but it also coincides with increases in solar flares, coronal mass ejections, radio emissions and other forms of space weather. Solar cycles track the activity level of the sun, our nearest star. What are solar cycles? What is the solar maximum? Northern lights photos: See aurora borealis light up skies across several states "The material released during these solar flares and CMEs interact with the Earth's magnetic field and excite particles in our atmosphere resulting in a beautiful light show in our sky known as the aurora," she said. ![]() "The sun has been more active, resulting in more solar storms that cause solar flares and coronal mass ejections (CME). "There have been an increase in aurora seen in general on Earth," Shannon Schmoll, the director of the Abrams Planetarium at Michigan State University told USA TODAY. Well, if you love the aurora, you're in luck, as it may be coming to a sky near you more often over the next few years thanks to the "solar maximum," which occurs in 2025. So why the uptick in aurora sightings? And is this expected to continue? And a more modest event occurred this week. In late April, for example, a stunning aurora display was seen as far south as Arkansas in the South and Arizona in the West. The northern lights, aka the aurora borealis, have been appearing more frequently in the night sky over the United States recently. Watch Video: What it's like to see Northern Lights from a glass igloo ![]() ![]() Humphreys says are necessary because, “we take five weeks to let our lagers mature, and that kind of patience requires a lot of tank space!”ĭevils Backbone Brewing Company is the largest craft brewery in Virginia and one of the most award-winning breweries in the United States. Additional fermenters will also be added in the next twelve months to increase capacity to 150,000 BBLs, which Mr. The brewery just completed a $7 million expansion at its Outpost Brewery which raises annual production capacity from 60,000 BBL a year to 90,000 BBLs. Gold Leaf is a refreshing Helles-Style Lager which has collected multiple gold medals at the Great American Beer Festival. Eight-Point, a balanced, traditional India Pale Ale with a grapefruit aroma and piney hop flavor, is the best-selling IPA in Virginia, per IRI. ![]() Their flagship Vienna Lager, a medium bodied beer with a subtle toasted caramel note, has won gold medals at the World Beer Cup and Great American Beer Festival and the Vienna Lager six packs are the #1 selling craft package in Virginia according to the latest IRI data (YTD through 6-14-15). “We’ve already hired five great folks for North Carolina and we’re going to be very present day in, day out down there.”ĭevils Backbone beers are currently available throughout Virginia and in Maryland and the District of Columbia. “We’ve been planning this for a year and we’re really excited to get rolling,” exclaims COO Hayes Humphreys. The brewery will be entering the new market staring with Greensboro on August 10 Raleigh-Durham on August 17 Charlotte and Asheville on September 8 and Wilmington on October 5. “We’ve set up a great network of wholesale partners throughout state and are thrilled to begin pouring our brews for the craft beer drinkers of North Carolina,” states Scott Baver, Devils Backbone’s New Sales Director. ![]() “North Carolina has played a big part in my family’s lives and now we have the wonderful privilege of proudly bringing our world class craft beer to the people and places we love in the state,” explains Founder Steve Crandall, in discussing why he’s excited for the new market.ĭevils Backbone has partnered with Greensboro-based RH Barringer Distributing Company Craft Central, a division of Charlotte-based Carolina Premium Beverage Raleigh-based Long Beverage Wilmington-based Coastal Beverage Company Hickory-based Best of Beers and Fayetteville-based Healy Wholesale. The three times reigning Great American Beer Festival “Brewery of the Year” will begin pouring its Basecamp Favorites, Vienna Lager, Eight Point IPA and Gold Leaf Lager throughout the state beginning in August. This marks the first new market expansion in over two years for the brewery. 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And Mixbook's live tech support could be a decisive factor for frustrated creators. For photos, Mixbook provides both effects (filters) and basic image editing: brightness, saturation, and contrast (a rare capability). It also allows you to adjust borders, drop shadows, and image opacity. For instance, it provides 644 book templates to get started. However, what elevates Mixbook above other photo books is that its software is user friendly and fun, offering plenty of customization options. In reevaluating Mixbook, we have raised the scores for these criteria. The dull look of Signature Matte made colors appear a little washed out, weakened contrast, and obscured details a bit. One note: When we first reviewed Mixbook, we accidentally selected the Signature Matte page finish (a slight upgrade), instead of the default Everyday Semi-Gloss. Best to upgrade to the layflat binding if you plan to use spreads. Unfortunately, Mixbook's standard binding also swallows up some detail (like a child's face) in two-page spreads. Colors and skin tone quality is about average. The inside pages are slightly thin, but their semi-gloss finish produces strong contrast. Its matte finish captured a variety of skin tones well. Its cover tied Printique's for quality and was far ahead of all the others. Mixbook's overall quality is below Printique's, but rougly matched with the other competitors. ![]() When ordering a photo book, be sure to check out Printique's shipping information and deadlines, so you know how long to expect before it arrives.īook spreads lose a lot of the photo in the crease Printique's software has the highest learning curve of all we reviewed. With all that power comes complexity, however. These include full control of the size of text, borders, and drop shadows. Not only do you have plenty of design elements like backgrounds and stickers/clipart, but you have tremendous customization options. ![]() Printique's design software is the most powerful we evaluated. However, that finish also kicked up the most glare of all the books we reviewed. Printique owes much of its image quality to a high-grade, semigloss finish called Lustre. Colors and skin tones are especially naturalistic and pleasing. But Printique won all our image quality categories (except sharpness/detail, where it tied with Mimeo). This design naturally boosted Printique's quality scores. Layflat is an extra cost option with the other services. And its high price is mitigated by a key fact: Even Printique's entry-level book is a layflat design that is comfortable to view and allows you to see every bit of the page - especially important if you have images that span two pages. We've also included shipping information where available, as photo books take time to make - and will cost more the longer you wait to order.Īnd be sure to check out our picks for the best photo calendars and best photo cards.ĭespite its cost, Printique is our top choice for photo books. (For more details, see "How we test photo book services," at the end of this article.) Then we rated the quality of the software and price competitiveness. To account for the different aspects of a book's value, we convened a panel of judges to rate quality of the book itself. To find the best photo book service, we created books using five different online providers this year, we tested Mixbook, Printique, Shutterfly, Costco, and Mimeo. But which photo book service delivers not only the best quality images, but also provides the best tools so that you can put together the book you want without frustration? And, which allows you to make a photo book without putting too big a dent in your wallet? A photo book also provides an opportunity to deliberately arrange images to tell a story, and to embellish them with creative touches in arrangement, page backgrounds, text, clip art, and other effects. ![]() ![]() ![]() Additionally, they can take up to a year to make. However, the largest kites, which can reach up to 60 feet tall, don’t actually fly. This 3,000-year-old tradition honors departed loved ones. As part of the All Saints’ Day celebrations that take place each year on November 1, the neighboring towns of Santiago Sacatepequez and Sumpango fly giant colorful kites in the air. ![]() The Giant Kite Festival (Festival de Barriletes Gigantes) is unquestionably one of the most unique Día de Los Muertos celebrations around the world. The next Passion Play takes places in 2030. It is certainly an incredible event and it only happens every ten years. The five-hour performance takes place on the open-air stage of the Passion Play Theatre and includes more than 2,000 performers, musicians, and stage technicians, each a resident of the village. Today, many regard it as the heart of the festival.Įvery 10 years since 1634, the residents of Oberammergau have performed a passion play recounting the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The event includes entertainment and Venetian cuisine. Part gala, part ball, the artistic event, a reconstruction of an 18th-century masquerade, is held in the 15th-century Palazzo Pisani Moretta palace on Venice’s Grand Canal. It is certainly the most exclusive masked ball in the world. ![]() The Il Ballo del Doge (Doges Ball) is considered the most exclusive event of the Carnival festival. Attended by approximately three million people each year, it is most famous for its elaborate masks. The Carnival of Venice occurs annually on the days leading up to Lent. And one only happens every ten years. These are the festivals and events around the world that are worth traveling for. In this roundup, you’ll find some of the most exclusive events and biggest festivals around the world. While we live in an age of virtual events, you can’t truly experience some things unless you’re there. Festivals and events around the world give great insight into a community and culture. ![]() |