![]() ![]() But they can be fixed, and herein I’ll show you how. Despite being one of the least complex and cheapest parts in the device in which they are used, they’re probably the most prone to failure and the cause of many volume-related faults in stereo equipment. In essence, the encoder is really just a fancy term for a digital knob. Fronting all of this is the rotary encoder – a tiny part that serves as a means to send user input to the digital brain behind these clever volume controls. Thus this change in resistance is handled not by an analogue part but by either an electronic implementation of a potentiometer, a microcontroller, a digital to analogue converter or even a series of relays switching banks of physical resistors. Many modern devices from the last 30 years or so have switched to digital control for their functions. To put it simply as a potentiometer is rotated its electrical resistance changes, thus changing the gain, or volume, of the amplifier. Traditionally the volume knob was an analogue device – a potentiometer, which is a type of variable resistor. If the volume on your stereo randomly turns up by itself, or doesn’t work at all, this article is for you. ![]() There’s a common issue that affects many amplifiers or integrated stereo systems with a digital volume control, where control of the volume on the front of the unit itself is via a physical Knob. ![]()
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![]() Side note: This is shallow, but I love Mel’s wardrobe! I want to live insider her big, fluffy, cozy sweaters.Actress Alexandra Breckenridge does a terrific job of portraying Mel’s straightforward approach to life. Over the course of the first season, we see flashbacks that establish the deep loss she experienced - scenes from her marriage to Mark, the tragic loss of their stillborn baby and subsequent struggle with infertility, and the accident that took Mark’s life. She’s strong and accomplished, an expert in her field, and full of compassion for her patients (even when they treat her like dirt). I think at least half the reason I keep watching is for the pure delight of seeing the gorgeous setting. The rivers and mountains and forests are absolutely breathtaking. ![]() While the town of Virgin River is supposed to be located in Humboldt County, California, the series was shot in British Columbia, and it shows. So why do I think it’s dumb? But why is it so watchable? Meanwhile, Jack has a casual girlfriend who’s much more invested in the relationship than he is there’s a town full of quirky characters to meet and there are some unsavory types adding an element of danger as well. Naturally, Mel and Jack have instant chemistry, and it seems likely that their friendship will blossom into romance. On the bright side is local restaurant/bar owner Jack, a sweet, sexy man with a deep soul, who has demons of his own - he’s haunted by his memories of his time as a Marine sergeant and the young soldier in his squad who didn’t make it back. Mel arrives to find that the home she’s been promised is a decaying old shack, and that she’s already managed to insult the doctor she’ll be working for. What she doesn’t know is that the doctor whose practice she’s joining doesn’t want her - he’s been pressured into accepting her by the town busybody, who is also the town mayor and his estranged wife. She’s hoping that a complete change will help her heal and move forward with her life. Mel’s husband died in a car accident the year before, and she’s been consumed by her grief ever since. The basics: 30-something Mel Monroe is an accomplished nurse practitioner-midwife from LA who moves to Virgin River, a small rural town in Northern California, to accept a one-year position in a medical clinic. ![]() Season two of the Netflix series Virgin River (adapted from the book series by Robyn Carr) just dropped last week, and as of this writing, I have 2 of the 10 episodes yet to watch (and I will definitely finish them tonight).įriends, this show is dumb. ![]() ![]() ![]() The IDE both compiles and executes the program with just one press of a button. This also affects the hints provided by the IDE, and in this way, the programmer can receive immediate feedback on any errors. When a program is compiled before execution, the compiler can search for errors in it. This compile process affects how and when errors occur. ![]() Following that, the program gets executed, meaning the commands are executed one-by-one by a Java-interpreter that is able to read Java bytecode. This compilation process is done by Java's compiler, which itself is a program. When a program is run, the source code is first compiled into Java bytecode. But when you need it, it's useful to know how to type it on your laptop or your smart phone using the keyboard or alternative methods.You can run a program in TMC by pressing the green play button, or by selecting "Run project" from the TMC menu.Įven though running the program is straightforward, a lot is happenings behind the scenes. You probably won't need to type the not equal symbol that often. Special characters are best included using the codes that render them instead of typing the symbol directly. In HTML, you can use one of the following codes to write the ≠ sign: You can usually navigate between the panels using the buttons that have multiple symbols in them, like ABC or 123. On it, you can find the equal sign in the second symbol panel.įor Android keyboards, you'll need to take a couple more steps to reach the symbol panel that includes the equal and not equal signs. The screenshot above is for the iPhone keyboard. Try long-pressing on the equal sign, and the not equal sign may be included. The equal sign is often included in one of those non-letter panels. Most mobile keyboards have different panels, one for letters, and one or more additional symbol panels. In Microsoft Word only there is an additional shortcut that will let you type the does not equal sign – just type 2260 and then press Alt+x and the ≠ sign will substitute for the numbers. You can also type Alt+8800, and this will type the does not equal sign in any of the Suite Office apps. Once selected, the Insert button will Insert the symbol in your document. You can reach it faster from the drop down menu that lets you select the subset. You can find the not equal symbol toward the end, in the subset of Mathematical Operators. for Word) opens a window from where you can select the symbols. The Symbol tool in Excel The Symbol tool in Word The Symbol tool in PowerPointĬlicking on Symbol (or More Symbols. In the Microsoft Office suite, you can add the not equal sign to your document using the Symbol tool in the Insert tab. How to Write the Not Equal Sign in Microsoft Office Suite Use the Insert Symbol tool The Does Not Equal sign can be found in the Math Symbols section. There, you'll find the Does Not Equal symbol (or you can use the Search bar). Then you can scroll through the available emoji and symbols until you find the Math Symbols section. If you are using a Mac, typing the does not equal sign is as easy as typing Option+= (This may vary between languages and locations).Īlternatively you can press Control+Command+Space bar to open the Character Viewer. Then you can just copy and paste the sign from that character map where you need it. ![]() You can find the not equal sign in the mathematical symbols. To get to the character map, click on Start, and then navigate to Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools, and then finally click on Character Map. The Character Map is a useful utility from which you can select all possible characters. So if you need to write it, how do you do it? How to Write the Not Equal Sign on Desktop Devices On Windows: Use the Character Map The does not equal symbol, or ≠, is often not part of a standard keyboard setup – or it's well hidden. ![]() ![]() ![]() In my chart in the Bread of Life post, I made a tentative connection between this “I am” statement and the healing of the royal official’s son in Cana of Galilee (John 4:43–54). This is another statement where the life, ministry, and words of Jesus should have prepared the disciples to understand this claim. When Jesus says, “I am the way and the truth and the life” (John 14:6 ἐγώ εἰμι ἡ ὁδὸς καὶ ἡ ἀλήθεια καὶ ἡ ζωή egō eimi hē hodos kai hē alētheia kai hē zōē), his disciples should not have been surprised by this. I realize this is out of order, but I want to cover this while it is fresh in my mind. The seventh, and last, "I Am" statement will come later in this same discourse (John 15:1).My reading schedule landed me in John 14 today, so I will go ahead and expound on Jesus’ sixth “I am” statement. This echoes God's self-identification to Moses (Exodus 3:14). This is the sixth of seven moments in John's gospel where Jesus invokes the "I Am" terminology. Yet that is the clear teaching of Scripture (Acts 4:12 1 Timothy 2:5–6). What offends many is the suggestion that only those who believe in Christ find salvation. " Rarely does anyone object to the idea that those who believe in Christ will be saved. There is no possibility of translating this comment as Jesus being "one way," or "a truth," or just "life." He doubles down on the idea, in fact, by emphasizing that nobody comes to God "except through. Eventually, men like Thomas will connect this declaration to Jesus' other teachings, and fully realize the meaning of salvation by grace through faith (John 3:16 10:10 11:25–26 12:44–46 Matthew 16:15–17).Įach component of this statement is given a definite article both Greek and English refer to "the" way, "the" truth, and "the" life. ![]() The disciples know how to arrive where Jesus is going because they know Him-they know "the Way" because that Way is Jesus. Rescue from sin comes through Jesus, not rituals, or accomplishments, or personal virtue. Paul memorably restates that salvation comes through a person in 2 Corinthians 4:6. That is how we are meant to know God (John 14:7). ![]() We cannot strive to earn heaven, we can only seek to follow Christ. It is through-and only through-the person of Christ. This is true because the means of salvation is not a process, it is a person. Jesus did not tell the disciples they knew the destination-in fact, He said He would come to get them (John 14:3)-but they know "the way" there (John 14:3–4). Our sinful natures make it impossible to behave in a way that reconciles us to God (Romans 3:20). But salvation cannot be accomplished by good works (Titus 3:5). Thomas' question (John 14:5) assumes the normal pattern of human accomplishment: we determine an end goal and work accordingly. Prior to the label "Christians" (Acts 11:26), faith in Jesus was often referred to as "the way" (Acts 24:14). In the prior verse (John 14:5), Thomas asked a reasonable question: if we don't know where we're going, how can you say we know the way there? Christ's answer reinforces a doctrine of salvation by grace through faith, as well as denying there are "many paths" to God. Travel home is usually much less stressful than the outbound trip, since we're so much more familiar with the destination (Romans 8:18 Hebrews 12:2). Confidence comes to Christians, in part, from knowledge that Jesus is preparing to take us to be with Him. These words also broadly encourage believers to maintain faith in the face of hardship. Jesus is preparing His disciples with reassurance, in advance of His arrest and death (John 14:1–4). Few verses are cited as often as this Scripture. ![]() ![]() ![]() Because there are less numbers to remember, it is easier to remember. This is the simplest way to count cards because you are only keeping a mental count of the number of tricks of a complete suit, not of the number of cards. Features: live opponents, game rooms, rankings, extensive stats, user profiles, contact. There are a few ways to could cards, one of them is to keep track of how many time a suit has gone around. card game for four players avoid taking tricks with penalty cards in hearts suit and queen of spades support for passing cards, shooting the moon member of whist card games family play hearts online, internet hearts card game. If a player has won all 13 Hearts and the Queen of Spades, that player can choose to subtract 26 points from his score, or to. ![]() Each card of the Hearts suit counts for 1 point. At the end of each hand, the number of Hearts a player has taken is counted. One of the most helpful strategies that players can employ is counting cards. The goal of Hearts is to score as few points as possible. Hearts strategies are key to beating players in Expert Hearts. So instead of losing all 26 points that the hearts and Queen of spades total, your score will actually revert to zero! The other players in the Hearts game will score your 26 points. If you win ALL 13 hearts in the deck AND the Black Lady then you would have succeeded in "shooting the moon". There is however, an exception to this rule. The Queen of Spades will add 13 points to your score and any heart card will add one point each. This is because Expert Hearts, like other level of Hearts games, is won by having the smallest point tally at the end of the Hearts game. Expert Hearts players will find their Hearts needs completely satisfied with Expert Hearts! There are no easy wins here! Strategy and perseverance are the keys to winning this fun and challenging Hearts game! Join 247 Hearts expert players to test yourself at the highest level of Hearts play, Expert Hearts.Įxpert Hearts is won by avoiding winning tricks in any heart and by saying adios to the Black Lady (Queen of Spades) if you encounter her. ![]() ![]() ![]() To learn more, check out our Coolmath Games blog all about the history of Billiards. Another possibility is that its’ origins are from ‘Bille’, meaning ball in French. According to the Billiard Congress of America, Billiards either comes from the French word ‘Billart’, which is what the sticks are called in French. There are two possible origins for the name. Great question! Billiards is a game that was likely derived by the European nobles who played it several centuries ago in Northern and Western Europe. All of these games fall under the Billiards family. Other games that fall under this term include 9 Ball Pool, Snooker, and One Pocket. There are various games that can be classified under the term Billiards, including 8 Ball Pool. Traditionally, Billiards has been a blanket term that refers to any kind of sport that involves using a cue. Just make sure not to hit in the 8 Ball before all of your other balls are sunk, or else it is game over for you! What is the difference between Pool and Billiards? When all of the balls of one player are sunk, they must hit in the 8 Ball to win the game. If the first player hits in a solid ball, their objective from then on will be to hit in all of the other solid balls, and vice versa. This is done by hitting the white ball, also known as the cue ball, against the other balls.Įach player is trying to hit in either all of the striped or solid balls. The objective of Billiards is pretty simple – sink all of your balls in any of the six pockets before the opponent sinks theirs first. Then, just take the shot and watch the cue ball redirect back toward you after it hits another ball. For example, if you want to put backspin on the ball, click on the cue ball icon and move it to the very bottom of the ball. Move it toward the direction that you want it to spin. To change the spin of the ball, simply click on the cue ball icon at the top of the game screen to adjust the spin. It can be very helpful for setting up your next shot by getting a better position. This will affect how the cue ball will move after it makes contact with another one of the balls. Oftentimes, players may want to change the spin on the ball. This only happens when you're breaking or when your opponent commits a foul. When you see arrow icons around the cue ball, this means you can click and drag on the ball to move it. Release the mouse button to take your shot. Move your mouse to aim your billiard cue, and click and drag to set your shot power. Want to try 8 Ball Pool with online multiplayer? Play it now. ![]() ![]() For example, if you have an SSD, like I do, you’ll get information about its remaining life. You also get stats for your hard drives, but they are much more comprehensive. You get CPU, motherboard and graphics card temperatures, powers and loads. ![]() ![]() Very useful if you’re running an intensive task and want to know if things get overheated.Īs for the information that is provided, things couldn’t be richer. Namely, you’ll be able to access live stats straight from a browser. The same menu allows you to run a remote web server. You’ll be pleasantly surprised, I can tell you that.įirst of all, let me tell you that the Options menu allows you to run the software when Windows starts, if you want to do so. Take that, system admin!Īfter downloading the software, just unpack it somewhere on your hard drive and run the executable. The last part makes it very useful on a work PC, where you’re not allowed to install software. It’s completely free to use and doesn’t even require installation. The third choice, called Open Hardware Monitor, comes from the open-source world (just like XBMC is for multimedia purposes). While it may not have a completely user-friendly interface, Hardware Sensors Monitor has some useful features to its name. Why it’s hidden in there, I wouldn’t know, but what’s nice is that you can set the software to play a certain sound file when a voltage or temperature reaches a critical level. Right-clicking the main program window and going to Settings will offer you even more information. Included are temperatures for the main board, CPU, and hard drives. Not as much as you get from HWMonitor, but it’s handier to use. Right-clicking the icon and then clicking Restore will give you some more sensor information. This little piece of software sits in your system tray at all times and, when your cursor hovers over its icon, provides you with temperature information for your CPU core(s) and hard drives. Speaking of handy, it doesn’t get easier to monitor temperatures than it does with Hardware Sensors Monitor. If you’re looking for more comprehensive stats, BatteryInfoView will provide those.Īll in all, HWMonitor is a useful monitoring tool, providing the user with handy information. That’s a simple way of figuring out whether you should replace your battery. If you’re running the software on a laptop, it will also give you your battery’s designed and current capacity. It can also monitor the power and temperatures for the CPU.Ī maximum and minimum value is provided in each case, for comparison. It can monitor voltages, temperatures and fans on your main board, as well as on the graphics adapter. I’ve been using it for a while in order to keep an eye on various things and it has done its job in a flawless manner. ![]() However for most users, the basic version, which is completely free, should prove to be more than enough. It can also generate graphs and even control fans (where supported). A Pro version also exists, providing more features such as remote monitoring of PCs (if you’re running intensive tasks on a computer, you might want to keep an eye on it at all times). ![]() You can download and install HWMonitor just like you would any other basic Windows software. HWMonitor CPUIDĪs the name indicates, this tool comes from the people at CPUID, also responsible for the popular CPU-Z. These tools will help you do so with ease. While overseeing what software does on your system is always a good idea, getting down to the hardware sensors level can provide you with extremely useful diagnostic information. These three tools will help you get to the bottom of the problem easily by checking out the readings from your PC’s sensors. A hardware monitoring program can be a very effective tool, especially if you’re suspecting that something’s gone wrong hardware-wise, but can’t quite put your finger on the problem itself. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() While pursuing an acting career, she expanded her focus into dog training and behavior counseling by working with some of Britain's most respected positive-reinforcement dog trainers and behaviorists. Stilwell is committed "to education and training as a way of reducing the number of animals that are owner-surrendered and abandoned due to a lack of knowledge and understanding," according to her website, "In the early 1990s, she created her own successful dog-walking company and recognized the need for qualified professionals to help her clients with the training process. Regionally, she has appeared in productions of Betrayal (Tennessee Rep), Private Lives (New Harmony Theatre) and Merry Wives of Windsor (Princeton Rep). Her film credits include roles in Francis Ford Coppola's "Bram Stoker's Dracula" as well as several independent films. ![]() national tours as Juliet in Romeo & Juliet The Rocky Horror Show and the female lead in Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story – a role she reprised in London's hit West End production and on a successful U.S. Her extensive British acting credits include U.K. On the advice of Sir Anthony Hopkins she was awarded a scholarship to London's prestigious Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art, where she earned an MFA in acting with distinction. A native of London, England, she received a BA honors degree in theatre from Middlesex University in London. Stilwell has worked as an actor in London's West End, in New York City, regionally in the U.K. versions of the show, have re-packaged them for the U.S., and will air them in order, Stilwell said. "It's Me or the Dog" has been seen in 20 countries.Īlthough the people, breeds and situations change from episode to episode, the moral of each of Stilwell's visits to dog-ruled homes seems to be the same: It's not the dog's fault, it's the human's.Īnimal Planet bought the first 30 episodes of the U.K. Because of her TV work with dogs (as well as the best-selling book, "It's Me or the Dog: How to Have the Perfect Pet"), she is one of the world's most well-known dog trainers. dog training TV show, "It's Me or the Dog," makes its American debut 8:30 PM (ET) on Animal Planet (with repeats scheduled in the future). ![]() ![]() ![]() Screenshot from AT&TĪT&T Prepaid’s phone selection isn’t impressive, so you may be better off purchasing a compatible device elsewhere and bringing it to the network. They included Samsung Galaxy devices and a couple of Motorola phones.Įight of the phones were priced below $100, and many of them were on sale. When we checked AT&T’s website in September 2023, only 14 phones were available in the AT&T Prepaid section. If you want to purchase a new phone from AT&T to use on its prepaid service, you’ll find a limited selection of devices for sale online. Here’s a link to AT&T’s website where you can take a side-by-side look at the latest plans and features. Other features such as data use in Mexico and Canada, mobile hotspot, rollover data, texting abroad and 5G access may be available depending on the AT&T Prepaid plan that you choose. When this feature is enabled, AT&T says the video streams at SD quality, and you use less high-speed data. However, if you have a plan with a high-speed data cap, you may want to use the Video Management feature (formerly Stream Saver) instead. Though these prepaid plans don’t have a lot of extras, they do cover the basics pretty well.įor example, a few of the AT&T Prepaid plans let you stream video in HD. Stores like Walmart, Target, Dollar General and more may offer in-store exclusive plans that come with cloud storage as well as more mobile hotspot than the plans you’ll find online.Ĭheck out this article for updated cell phone plans and deals! 3. I also recommend checking local retailers for AT&T Prepaid plans. Three months of service for $99 advance paymentĪlthough these offers typically have expiration dates, deals like the ones featured above have been extended in the past.Includes data usage within and between the U.S., Mexico and Canada.Unused high-speed data rolls over to next month.Unlimited talk and text within the U.S., Mexico and Canada.365 days of service for $300 advance payment.Use talk, text and data in Mexico and Canada (roaming at 2G speeds).Unlimited talk and text to Mexico and Canada.5G access for eligible devices where available.Data speeds may temporarily slow if the network is busy.$15 a month discount for Unlimited plan.Save $15/Month With Autopay on Unlimited Plan Here’s a sample of the deals that were available when we checked in September 2023. Those prices won’t save you much compared to postpaid plans, but some of AT&T Prepaid’s deals may be worth checking out.įor the last year or so, AT&T Prepaid’s limited-time offers have become a better value. There is no credit check required with these plans. The regular prices for AT&T Prepaid’s monthly no-contract plans range from $30 a month for 5GB of data to $65 a month for unlimited data. Make sure that there are no dead spots where you live or travel. Before you sign up for a prepaid plan, follow this link and compare the coverage maps. These screenshots are from AT&T’s website. AT&T Postpaid Coverage Map Screenshot from AT&T ![]() ![]() Additionally, the free software also allows you to access your tracks on desktop. The award-winning Bandlab will transform your phone or tablet into a studio with its 120 professionally created instruments, connect your own instruments feature, amplifier simulation, pocket recording and more. The app also includes the option to collaborate with friends using Ableton Link, so when you’re finished tweaking rhythms and tempos you can build beats together. Propellerhead’s Figure allows you to quickly lay down beats, synth and bass with just a few simple swipes. Groovebox doesn’t stop there, it’s also compatible with other apps via Ableton Link, Audiobus or Inter-App Audio. Its looping ability enables you to create quick tracks on the fly whilst the MIDI-based note input feature allows you to get creative whilst doing so. Novation’s Groovebox is an app that caters to both the beginner and more advanced music producer. It includes 32 track performance, a beat sequencer, a live loop DJ feature and more so it’s perfect for building beats wherever you are. The app comes with a well-stocked professional sound library as well as featuring the ability to record your own sounds on the go. It goes without saying that GarageBand is an incredible app considering it’s free to download. They’re perfect for making quick loops, recording samples or just laying down elements and jamming over them when you’re bored. Want to find out more? Then head over to our website.įollow on below and check out our list of 7 Essential Free Apps for Making Music on The Go. If you’re into programming beats, tweaking filters and generally exploring the world of electronic soundscapes, we offer degree courses in London and Online in Music Production & Sound Engineering that are sure to up your game. track ‘ Pride‘ was created using just a guitar and iPhone. ![]() People have recorded entire tracks just using apps like the ones below – notably mentioning Kendrick Lamar’s DAMN. As technology has advanced over the years there are a number of new methods in which creatives can get their ideas down on the move in the form of apps. Luckily, in this case, it’s 2022 and the era of the smartphone/tablet is well and truly upon us. Whether it’s on their daily commute, in hotel rooms, on trains, planes, buses or even touring worldwide, there will be lots of times where access to their studios, hardware or software is unavailable. We are sure that the experience will be quite useful.Many musicians tend to spend a lot of time on the go. You will start learning how to make music from scratch here. Yes, it’s perfectly suited for newbies to make music. You have to choose the right sources to download the app, one like us as we have provided you with the link to download the latest version of GarageBand safely. You just have to make sure that the means to install this application are safe as well. Yes, it’s 100% safe to use GarageBand on your computer. Just make sure that you take each step correctly so that there’s no confusion later on. It can take a while so you have to be persistent with it. We have shown you the steps that will help you in downloading and installing this app. Q1: How much time does it take to download and install GarageBand on a PC? Just go for it, you will thank me later for recommending this application! It’s all thanks to this platform that has helped me to fulfill my dream of making music. ![]() GarageBand is an amazing music composing app that can change the way you look at music composing and singing.
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