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//! A list of mesh objects and their domain names.

/*!

All processes are simulated on a domain, which is discretized through a mesh.

Multiple domains and therefore meshes can be used in a single simulation, and
multiple meshes can be constructed on the fly.  The top level `"mesh`" is a
list of ``[mesh-typed-spec]`` sublists whose name indicate the mesh or domain
name.

Included in that list is at least one mesh: the `"domain`" mesh.  The
`"domain`" mesh represents the primary domain of simulation -- usually the
subsurface.  Simple, structured meshes may be generated on the fly, or complex
unstructured meshes are provided as Exodus II files.  The `"domain`" mesh list
includes either a `Generated Mesh`_, `Read Mesh File`_, or `Logical Mesh`_ spec, as
described below.

Additionally, a `Surface Mesh`_ may be formed by lifting the surface of a
provided mesh and then flattening that mesh to a 2D surface.  `Column Meshes`_
which split a base mesh into vertical columns of cells for use in 1D models
may also be generated automatically.

Finally, mesh generation is hard and error-prone.  A mesh audit is provided,
which checks for many common geometric and topologic errors in mesh
generation.  This is reasonably fast, even for big meshes, and can be done
through providing a "verify mesh" option.

.. _mesh-typed-spec:
.. admonition:: mesh-typed-spec

    * `"mesh type`" ``[string]`` One of:

      - `"generate mesh`" See `Generated Mesh`_.
      - `"read mesh file`" See `Read Mesh File`_.
      - `"logical`" See `Logical Mesh`_.
      - `"surface`" See `Surface Mesh`_.
      - `"subgrid`" See `Subgrid Meshes`_.
      - `"column`" See `Column Meshes`_.

    * `"_mesh_type_ parameters`" ``[_mesh_type_-spec]`` List of parameters
      associated with the type.
    * `"verify mesh`" ``[bool]`` **false** Perform a mesh audit.
    * `"deformable mesh`" ``[bool]`` **false** Will this mesh be deformed?

    * `"build columns from set`" ``[string]`` **optional** If provided, build
       columnar structures from the provided set.

    * `"partitioner`" ``[string]`` **zoltan_rcb** Method to partition the
      mesh.  Note this only makes sense on the domain mesh.  One of:

      - `"zoltan_rcb`" a "map view" partitioning that keeps columns of cells together
      - `"metis`" uses the METIS graph partitioner
      - `"zoltan`" uses the default Zoltan graph-based partitioner.

Generated Mesh
==============

Generated mesh are by definition structured, with uniform dx, dy, and dz.
Such a mesh is specified by a bounding box high and low coordinate, and a list
of number of cells in each direction.

Specified by `"mesh type`" of `"generate mesh`".

.. _mesh-generate-mesh-spec:
.. admonition:: mesh-generate-mesh-spec

    * `"domain low coordinate`" ``[Array(double)]`` Location of low corner of domain
    * `"domain high coordinate`" ``[Array(double)]`` Location of high corner of domain
    * `"number of cells`" ``[Array(int)]`` the number of uniform cells in each coordinate direction

Example:

.. code-block:: xml

   <ParameterList name="mesh">
     <ParameterList name="domain">
       <Parameter name="mesh type" type="string" value="generate mesh"/>
       <ParameterList name="generate mesh parameters"/>
         <Parameter name="number of cells" type="Array(int)" value="{{100, 1, 100}}"/>
         <Parameter name="domain low coordinate" type="Array(double)" value="{{0.0, 0.0, 0.0}}" />
         <Parameter name="domain high coordinate" type="Array(double)" value="{{100.0, 1.0, 10.0}}" />
       </ParameterList>
     </ParameterList>
   </ParameterList>

Read Mesh File
==============

Meshes can be pre-generated in a multitude of ways, then written to file, and
loaded in ATS. Note that in the case of an Exodus II mesh file, the suffix of
the serial mesh file must be .exo and the suffix of the parallel mesh file must
be .par.  When running in serial the code will read this the indicated file
directly.  When running in parallel with a prepartitioned mesh, the suffix is
.par and the code will instead read the partitioned files that have been
generated with a Nemesis tool and named as filename.par.N.r where N is the
number of processors and r is the rank.  When running in parallel and the
suffix is .exo, the code will partition automatically the serial file.

Specified by `"mesh type`" of `"read mesh file`".

.. _mesh-read-mesh-file-spec:
.. admonition:: mesh-read-mesh-file-spec

    * `"file`" ``[string]`` filename of a pre-generated mesh file

Example:

.. code-block:: xml

   <ParameterList name="mesh">
     <ParameterList name="domain">
       <Parameter name="mesh type" type="string" value="read mesh file"/>
       <ParameterList name="read mesh file parameters">
         <Parameter name="file" type="string" value="mesh_filename.exo"/>
       </ParameterList>
       <Parameter name="verify mesh" type="bool" value="true" />
     </ParameterList>
   </ParameterList>

Logical Mesh
============

Logical meshes are meshes for whom nodal coordinates may not be
specified, but sufficient information about the geometry of the
conceptual domain can be specified to allow solving problems.  This
allows for the conceptual generation of domains that "act" like a mesh
and can be used like a mesh, but don't fit MSTK's view of an
unstructured mesh.

This is an active research and development area, and is used most
frequently for river networks, root networks, and crack networks.

Specified by `"mesh type`" of `"logical`".

.. todo::
   WIP: add spec!

.. _mesh-logical-spec:
.. admonition:: mesh-logical-spec

    Not yet completed...

Surface Mesh
============

To lift a surface off of the mesh, a side-set specifying all surface faces
must be given.  These faces are lifted locally, so the partitioning of the
surface cells will be identical to the partitioning of the subsurface faces
that correspond to these cells.  All communication and ghost cells are set up.
The mesh is flattened, so all surface faces must have non-zero area when
projected in the z-direction.  No checks for holes are performed.  Surface
meshes may similarly be audited to make sure they are reasonable for
computation.

Specified by `"mesh type`" of `"surface`".

.. _mesh-surface-spec:
.. admonition:: mesh-surface-spec

    ONE OF

    * `"surface sideset name`" ``[string]`` The Region_ name containing all surface faces.

    OR

    * `"surface sideset names`" ``[Array(string)]`` A list of Region_ names containing the surface faces.

    END

    * `"verify mesh`" ``[bool]`` **false** Verify validity of surface mesh.
    * `"export mesh to file`" ``[string]`` **optional** Export the lifted
      surface mesh to this filename.

Example:

.. code-block:: xml

    <ParameterList name="mesh" type="ParameterList">
      <ParameterList name="surface" type="ParameterList">
        <Parameter name="mesh type" type="string" value="surface" />
        <ParameterList name="surface parameters" type="ParameterList">
          <Parameter name="surface sideset name" type="string" value="{surface_region}" />
          <Parameter name="verify mesh" type="bool" value="true" />
          <Parameter name="export mesh to file" type="string" value="surface_mesh.exo" />
        </ParameterList>
      </ParameterList>
      <ParameterList name="domain" type="ParameterList">
        <Parameter name="mesh type" type="string" value="read mesh file" />
        <ParameterList name="read mesh file parameters" type="ParameterList">
          <Parameter name="file" type="string" value="../data/open-book-2D.exo" />
          <Parameter name="format" type="string" value="Exodus II" />
        </ParameterList>
      </ParameterList>
    </ParameterList>

Aliased Mesh
============

Aliased domains are simply domains that share a mesh with another domain.  For
instance, one might find it useful to define both a "surface water" and a
"snow" domain that share a common "surface" mesh.  In that case, typically the
"surface" domain would point to the "surface" mesh, and the "snow" domain would
be an "aliased" domain whose target is the "surface" mesh.

Specified by `"mesh type`" of `"aliased`".

.. _mesh-aliased-spec:
.. admonition:: mesh-aliased-spec

    * `"target`" ``[string]`` Mesh that this alias points to.

Subgrid Meshes
==============

A collection of meshes formed by associating a new mesh with each entity of a
region.  Used for a few cases, including generating a 1D column for each
surface face of a semi-structured subsurface mesh, or for hanging logical
meshes off of each surface cell as a subgrid model, etc.

The subgrid meshes are then named `"MESH_NAME_X"` for each X, which is an
entity local ID, in a provided region of the provided entity type.

Specified by `"mesh type`" of `"subgrid`".

.. _mesh-subgrid-spec:
.. admonition:: mesh-subgrid-spec

    * `"subgrid region name`" ``[string]`` Region on which each subgrid mesh will be associated.
    * `"entity kind`" ``[string]`` One of `"cell`", `"face`", etc.  Entity of the
      region (usually `"cell`") on which each subgrid mesh will be associated.
    * `"parent domain`" ``[string]`` **domain** Mesh which includes the above region.
    * `"flyweight mesh`" ``[bool]`` **False** NOT YET SUPPORTED.  Allows a single
      mesh instead of one per entity.

.. todo::
   WIP: Add examples (intermediate scale model, transport subgrid model)

Column Meshes
=============

.. warning::
   Note these are rarely if ever created manually by a user.  Instead use
   `Subgrid Meshes`_, which generate a column mesh spec for every face
   of a set.

Specified by `"mesh type`" of `"column`".

.. _mesh-column-spec:
.. admonition:: mesh-column-spec

    * `"parent domain`" ``[string]`` The name of the 3D mesh from which columns are generated.
      Note that the `"build columns from set`" parameter must be set in that mesh.
    * `"verify mesh`" ``[bool]`` **false** Verify validity of surface mesh.
    * `"deformable mesh`" ``[bool]`` **false**  Used for deformation PKs to allow non-const access.
    * `"entity LID`" ``[int]`` Local ID of the surface cell that is the top of the column.

Example:

.. code-block:: xml

    <ParameterList name="mesh" type="ParameterList">
      <ParameterList name="column" type="ParameterList">
        <ParameterList name="column parameters" type="ParameterList">
          <Parameter name="parent domain" type="string" value="domain" />
          <Parameter name="entity LID" type="int" value="0" />
        </ParameterList>
      </ParameterList>
      <ParameterList name="domain" type="ParameterList">
        <Parameter name="mesh type" type="string" value="read mesh file" />
        <ParameterList name="read mesh file parameters" type="ParameterList">
          <Parameter name="file" type="string" value="../data/open-book-2D.exo" />
          <Parameter name="format" type="string" value="Exodus II" />
        </ParameterList>
      </ParameterList>
    </ParameterList>

*/

#ifndef ATS_MESH_FACTORY_HH_
#define ATS_MESH_FACTORY_HH_

#include "Teuchos_ParameterList.hpp"
#include "State.hh"
#include "VerboseObject.hh"

namespace ATS {
namespace Mesh {

//
// Helper function
//
bool
checkVerifyMesh(Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                Teuchos::RCP<const Amanzi::AmanziMesh::Mesh> mesh);

//
// Create mesh for each type
//
Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziMesh::Mesh>
createMeshFromFile(const std::string& mesh_name,
                   Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                   const Amanzi::Comm_ptr_type& comm,
                   const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
                   Amanzi::State& S,
                   Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziMesh::Mesh>
createMeshGenerated(const std::string& mesh_name,
                    Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                    const Amanzi::Comm_ptr_type& comm,
                    const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
                    Amanzi::State& S,
                    Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziMesh::Mesh>
createMeshLogical(const std::string& mesh_name,
                  Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                  const Amanzi::Comm_ptr_type& comm,
                  const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
                  Amanzi::State& S,
                  Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

Teuchos::RCP<const Amanzi::AmanziMesh::Mesh>
createMeshAliased(const std::string& mesh_name,
                  Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                  Amanzi::State& S,
                  Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziMesh::Mesh>
createMeshSurface(const std::string& mesh_name,
                  Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                  const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
                  Amanzi::State& S,
                  Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziMesh::Mesh>
createMeshExtracted(const std::string& mesh_name,
                    Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                    const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
                    Amanzi::State& S,
                    Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziMesh::Mesh>
createMeshColumn(const std::string& mesh_name,
                 Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                 const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
                 Amanzi::State& S,
                 Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziMesh::Mesh>
createMeshColumnSurface(const std::string& mesh_name,
                        Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                        const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
                        Amanzi::State& S,
                        Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

void
createDomainSetIndexed(const std::string& mesh_name_pristine,
                       Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                       const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
                       Amanzi::State& S,
                       Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

void
createDomainSetRegions(const std::string& mesh_name_pristine,
                       Teuchos::ParameterList& mesh_plist,
                       const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
                       Amanzi::State& S,
                       Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

Teuchos::RCP<const Amanzi::AmanziMesh::Mesh>
createMesh(Teuchos::ParameterList& plist,
           const Amanzi::Comm_ptr_type& comm,
           const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
           Amanzi::State& s,
           Amanzi::VerboseObject& vo);

void
createMeshes(Teuchos::ParameterList& plist,
             const Amanzi::Comm_ptr_type& comm,
             const Teuchos::RCP<Amanzi::AmanziGeometry::GeometricModel>& gm,
             Amanzi::State& s);

} // namespace Mesh
} // namespace ATS

#endif


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BriefingNov 30th 2013 edition
The Iran deal
Well begun, not nearly done
An encouraging interim deal with Iran makes a permanent check on its nuclear ambitions easier to imagine. It will still be hard to achieve
THE interim deal concluded on November 24th between six world powers and Iran is much better than its many critics allow. In return for six months of "limited, temporary…and reversible" relief from some international sanctions, Iran has said it will not just freeze its progress towards a possible nuclear bomb, but actually take a few steps back. This, too, is limited, temporary and reversible; nothing is being decommissioned, and six months is a short time. But if further negotiations can cement the gains in place, they would mark a turning point in efforts to stop nuclear proliferation—and perhaps in regional politics more broadly (see article).
The agreement was brought about by a multilateral process in Geneva and secret parallel discussions between the Obama administration and Iran which began in August, when Iran's new president, Hassan Rohani, took office. Both sets of negotiations were conducted in an atmosphere of constructive endeavour, a far cry from the sterile declarations and mutual suspicion of the past.
A nuclear-weapons programme needs either uranium which has been highly enriched—something achieved by passing the stuff repeatedly through cascades of whirling centrifuges—or plutonium. At present the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reckons that Iran has almost 200kg of 20%-enriched uranium in a form that could easily be enriched up to the 90% or so needed for a bomb. Under the terms of the deal (see table on next page) Iran will get rid of this stock, either by putting it in a form that is hard to enrich further or by mixing it with unenriched uranium, thus diluting it to less than 5%. At the same time it will freeze its enrichment capabilities at their current capacity, undertake no further enrichment beyond the 5% level, and do nothing to increase the 7,200kg stockpile of low-enriched uranium that is currently in a form that can easily be further enriched.
Speed bumps for breakouts
Mark Fitzpatrick of the International Institute for Strategic Studies, a think-tank in London, believes that the effect of the deal is to double the "breakout time" it would take Iran to produce enough material for a few nuclear weapons. Before the deal this was estimated at perhaps six weeks, and was steadily shortening.
The deal addresses the other possible route to the bomb by stopping most work on a reactor at Arak which was to have been ready for commissioning late next year. The Arak reactor is of a design particularly well suited to producing plutonium, and needs no enriched uranium in order to do so. Once the reactor is fuelled up, any attack on it would release a plume of radioactivity; this makes its commissioning something of a point of no return as far as military action against Iran is concerned. The deal also stops all work on facilities that might be used to extract plutonium from its spent fuel. These constraints are in large measure thanks to the French, whose objections to insufficient action on Arak prevented an agreement from being reached two weeks earlier.
Iran has also said it will co-operate with a far more intrusive inspection regime; this makes the deal very different from the one reached with North Korea in 2005, which the Koreans then broke. Iran has promised to answer all the questions posed by the IAEA about what the agency refers to as the "possible military dimensions" of its nuclear programme. It will provide access to nuclear sites hitherto off-limits, possibly including the Parchin military base where Western intelligence agencies think it tested a detonation system for a bomb.
In return for taking these steps, Iran gets access to about $4.2 billion held in currently frozen bank accounts and some easing of restrictions on trade in petrochemical products, precious metals and parts for aircraft and cars, a package thought to be worth $7 billion to its economy over the six months. Sanctions on oil which will cost Iran $30 billion over the same period remain firmly in place, providing a lot of leverage as negotiators start work on a final deal. Critics, though, argue that the psychological impact of relaxing these lesser sanctions will weaken the greater ones, particularly when it comes to some countries that have only toed the line with reluctance.
A stronger criticism is that the deal says nothing about Iran's "right" to enrich uranium, which the country sees as "inalienable". The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) gives signatories such as Iran a right to the benefits of peaceful nuclear energy. That can be construed as a right to enrich if the enrichment is for peaceful purposes, though other interpretations are available. Given that Russia, which built Iran's only large reactor, at Bushehr, has a ten-year contract both to provide its fuel and to remove its waste, it is very hard to see Iran's large and growing enrichment programme as entirely for peaceful purposes; the country's record of cheating when it comes to inspections makes it hard to trust. Yet the deal implicitly recognises that Iran will stay in the enrichment game.
But those insisting that Iran must forswear any enrichment in the future are demanding something that almost certainly cannot be negotiated. Whatever the pressure of sanctions, Iran will not consent to an agreement it regards as a national humiliation. Given the promise of the interim deal, ratcheting up sanctions now, as some in America's Congress urge, is more likely to weaken international support for America's position—and for the existing sanctions—than to draw concessions Iran would never otherwise make.
The objective of the negotiations' next stage will not be to make it impossible for Iran ever to acquire nuclear weapons. Instead, its aim should be to make it unfeasibly difficult for Iran to get a bomb by stealth and to stretch the period it would need for a nuclear breakout to a year or so, thus giving time to mount a response.
David Albright, a former weapons inspector and founder of the Institute for Science and International Security, a think-tank in Washington, DC, says a final deal will have to require Iran to abandon the Arak reactor—perhaps replacing it with one of a different design that has safeguards built in—and close its Fordow enrichment site, which is buried deep beneath a mountain and thus very hard to bomb. Iran would also have to adhere to the Additional Protocol of the NPT, giving IAEA inspectors enhanced rights of access to ensure that it is not cheating.
There is room for manoeuvre on the number and quality of the centrifuges that Iran could retain at Natanz (its other main enrichment site) the size of its low-enriched-uranium stockpile, and an Arak replacement. Also unanswered is the question of how quickly sanctions relief should be granted in return, and how long the agreement should last. American negotiators would be unhappy with anything less than about ten years. They think it will take that long for a culture of compliance and transparency to build up.
Getting a long-term deal that meets all those requirements will not be easy. Iranian negotiators may well be under pressure from factions at home to get tougher. Mr Rohani continues to enjoy the backing of the supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who has the final say in all matters of state. But conservatives, including the ubiquitous and powerful Revolutionary Guard, will not just be loth to accept a plan that would stymie their ambition to acquire a nuclear bomb, as any final comprehensive deal must seek to do. They will also hate the idea of any deal that seems to point towards a "normalisation" of relations with America and the West.
Mr Rohani has been careful, so far, to give no hint that he would dilute the theocratic essence of the regime. Some of Iran's conservatives, though, fear that he could become an Iranian Gorbachev, a man whose attempts to reform the system and make peace with a long-standing enemy could lead to its downfall.
The Revolutionary Guard could, by obstructing the inspections the deal requires, do a lot to derail a more durable follow-up agreement. And the approach taken in the next stage of the negotiations could be less constructive than what has been seen so far. But enough has already been agreed to suggest that success is possible.
This article appeared in the Briefing section of the print edition under the headline "Well begun, not nearly done"
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Motorola Only the Latest of Apple's Many Legal Woes
Darrell Etherington Oct 6, 2010 - 3:10 PM CDT
Today, Motorola (s mot) filed suit regarding three complaints against Apple (s aapl) over patent infringements. The complaints deal with antenna design and other associated smartphone technologies covered in 18 patents held by Motorola. According to Kirk Daily (via CNNMoney), Motorola Mobility's corporate VP of intellecual property, legal action was a last resort taken after licensing negotiations with Apple (s aapl) broke down.
But that's hardly the end of Apple's legal problems. The company was slapped with $625 million in legal penalties this week for infringing on three patents, at a rate of $208 million per infraction. Obviously, Apple's already challenged the verdict, as would any corporation, but the ruling is blood in the water for Cupertino's foes.
The case was brought by Mirror Worlds, and presents a legitimate case, not just the usual patent trolling fare. Mirror Worlds, a company founded by Yale computer science professor David Gelernter, claimed it held patents infringed upon by Apple through its Time Machine and Cover Flow features, among others. Mirror Worlds held patents regarding automated backups and flipping through digital album covers that are remarkably similar to the tech used in today's Macs and iOS devices.
The verdict was rendered by jury in a Texas district court, and would represent one of the largest ever awards in patent suit history in the U.S., if upheld. Even a $625 million pay out won't really dent Apple's $40 billion on hand, but that's not where the real hurt lies.
Apple is currently embroiled in a large number of legal disputes over patents. Here's a list of some of the more high-profile cases:
Microsoft (s msft) co-founder Paul Allen's company Interval Licensing filed suit against Apple, along with Google (s goog), Facebook, Yahoo (s yhoo) and others in August for infringing on a number of patents relating to fundamental web technology developed in the early 90s.
Kodak (s ek) accused Apple in January of this year of using on of its digital imaging patents regarding previews in the iPhone, along with smartphone rival RIM (s rimm). Apple is also singled out for two more infringement suits from the camera pioneer, including one regarding the ability to process images of differing resolutions.
Apple, along with Google and others, is named in a suit brought by NTP, a patent holding firm, in June 2010. The suit concerns patents held by NTP about wireless email delivery, and an earlier suit against RIM resulted in a $612 million settlement.
Perhaps the most highly publicized, Nokia (s nok) is suing Apple over 10 patents it owns regarding wireless handset technology. The suit came after negotiations regarding licensing fees with Apple broke down. Apple is countersuing over 13 of its own patents.
Tune Hunter named Apple along with a whole slew of others in its 2009 suit regarding music recognition tech. Tune Hunter holds a patent for a music identification and purchasing system that is says resembles far too closely the tech in use by Shazam.
This isn't an exhaustive list, but it's representative of the kind of heat Apple's been facing since becoming a top dog in the tech realm. Now that one of these efforts has hit paydirt, it's unlikely the tide will be stemmed anytime soon. The smell of money is a heady intoxicant.
As unseemly as it might be, Apple has the right idea with its countersuit of Nokia. The only way to deal with this kind of issue is to defend your patents vigorously, or face losing the farm. While things definitely won't get better in the near future for Apple as its star continues to rise, whether or not this latest verdict is upheld will determine if things get much worse, and possibly begin to have an impact on the company's ability to do business.
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11 Responses to "Motorola Only the Latest of Apple's Many Legal Woes"
Ben October 8, 2010
Is this a case of companies trying in vain to tackle Apple? The truth always comes about in the end.
Sam Katz October 8, 2010
A few issues here. One they purchased Cover Flow (the software) from another company who I believe bore the same name as the product. This shows a good faith effort to resolve any IP issues. Whether that will help them is another matter.
I completely and entirely reject the notion that Apple should be sued for patent violations by third-party app developers like Shazam. Apple specifically has clauses in its developer app store agreement to indemnify itself against this, and a process for handling complaints. Apple should request and be granted summary dismissal.
kwyjibo October 7, 2010
"The case was brought by Mirror Worlds, and presents a legitimate case, not just the usual patent trolling fare."
A legitimate case? A patent which controls how music files are displayed? This is only a legitimate case because the patent system is broken, and the USPTO are the biggest bunch of incompetent meatheads to be employed by the government.
They've granted a patent to an idea. They've granted a patent which is analogous to flipping through a record collection in real life. That isn't software, it's not some unique bespoke system, it's not an invention, it's an idea.
The USPTO are patenting your thoughts.
Sick and Tired October 7, 2010
I get the whole point that litigation costs lots of money, and the lawyers are the only ones that really make out in the end. That being said, big companies should also properly investigate the patent environment they are entering and negotiate with any patent holders for their innovations.
The Nokia case is particularly interesting, as everyone else pays Nokia for the technologies under dispute…and they are radio-related (something Apple does not have history of knowing anything about).
Apple patents gestures. That's not even technology…they are patenting how we physically interact with the device. And they would sue to protect that…I'm sure. (In fact, I believe that is one of the countersuits against Nokia.) Apple has made out very well with their innovations, but they should be willing to pay up in good faith for others' work.
While I am sick and tired of reading about all of these never-ending patent disputes, I do think that Apple seems to be a bit of a free-rider here.
IPR October 7, 2010
Apple has tried to take a free ride. The case shows how much easier and cheaper it is to make products if one doesn't care about others IPR. Maybe all companies should follow the lead. Just make good products and, if successfull, wear a helmet.
Biggest downside of patenting is the slow-down effect. Still, I believe a company should be prepared to pay for the others IPR used.
cc October 7, 2010
Gee,
Sounds like the "look and feel" lawsuit that Apple filed against MS and Windows 2 is back. Apple could not get that to stick. How can this company patent the idea of images and pixels on Cover Flow? I would have this case heard out of Texas if I were Apple. Sounds like the judge is a good old PC boy.
Darwin October 6, 2010
Apple doesn't care. They have the money to fight these lawsuits off without even breathing hard.
Nish October 6, 2010
Seems to me that the litigious patent environment in America is a huge advantage for companies in countries with weak intellectual property enforcement. Software patents are especially ripe for duplication.
A small example – While travelling through China, our friendly taxi driver loaded up his GPS system to get directions to the next city. The entire UI looked exactly like an Iphone, complete with high resolution IOS icons and animations.
While America keeps bickering about the 'value' of each patent, other countries are duplicating these features en-masse to provide better product experiences and services to their customers. If the consumer is the ultimate recipient the utility/value of a patent, then Chinese (and the rest) consumers get a better deal than the rest of the western world.
Btw, I only use China as an example because I visited recently. Lots of other countries have pretty weak Intellectual Property protection.
There should be a time limit on filing a infringement lawsuit against a successful product/idea.
Sort of like filing a DBA and letting the name run for a month or two. If nobody contest your name it is yours.
These greedy people throwing and fishing lawsuits at successful products only makes it harder for new innovation from that company!
Theo October 6, 2010
The last bluetooth car kit that I bought from Motorola was a complete waste of plastic. I was going to exchange it, thinking maybe it was bad, or maybe try a different model from Motorola. Then what made me think they suck and decide to just return it for my money was the new lawsuit(s) against Apple. Come on! There are a lot of people out there that enjoy Apple products, and still buy (or should I say were buying) Motorola products. Guess what Motorola? You just LOST a lot more customers. Not such a smart move now, is it?
rezlam October 6, 2010
This just shows how insane this patent thing has become. Apple has big pockets, but I can see how frightening this is for small companies, to a degree that can stop innovation. Before developing any software they will have to search decades of patent filings just to be sure no one has ever done something similar. Otherwise, as soon as they reach a moderate success, there will be a bunch of lawyers knocking on their door.
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Q: Regenerate private key from password Is it possible to recreate a private key for an encrypted string by using the same information how it was created?
For example, I create a public and private key from a password and encrypt something with the public key. Later I don't have the private key and want to create it by using the same password again. Is this possible?

A: Depends on the algorithms, however, for the vast majority of them, the answer is no: Generally, a key pair is made by using random a lot of random information, and then your password is used to encrypt the private key. (yes, it's encryption in encryption).
For example, an RSA key pair or a diffie-hellman keypair both involve random input to generate these.

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Name: The name of a hero in the Shor epos
Authors: Arbachakova Lyubov Nikitovna, Kuzmina Evgenia Nikolaevna
Institute of Philology of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Novosibirsk, Russian Federation
In the section Study of folklore
Issue 1, 2014 Pages 6-9
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Abstract: The paper considers the functional role of the name of the main character in the heroic legend of the Shors. Due to the oral nature of the existence of epic works, their variability at the level of the plot, poetics and language is observed. This main property of folklore tells on the names of characters which, in its turn, has its variations depending on the rhythmic system, melodic pattern and poetic tasks of the legend. By the epic tradition, the storytellers give names to heroic legends performed by them, after the main hero's name to which information is at once added with the hero's characteristic. In the course of the performance this name varies many times, but more frequently use is made of the short name without widespread epithets.
Keywords: epic tradition, heroic legends of shors, repertoire of the modern shor storyteller v.e. tannagashev, functional role of a name of the main character of the epos
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Here at SMCES, we have a tradition to honor Mary, our Mother. We bring flowers.
A tradition here at SMCES is to honor Mary, our Mother during the month of May. Each week during the month each grade brings flowers to one of the two statues of Mary located in the school building.


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I think my biggest problem is attracting toxic people and breaking up with them, and then going back to them.
I think your book will help me love myself and stop needing approval from people that are no good for me.
Thank you for your kind words! I'm so sorry you've had to tolerate decades of abuse. It sounds like you've been through a tremendous amount of unhappiness and suffering. And I'm so glad you're bouncing back now! That's super cool!
I also agree strongly with your comments about self-love. You are 100% right–once you love yourself and no longer "need" love and approval from others, the world can kind of open up for you. Although I talk about this in the chapters on the Love Addiction and the Approval Addiction in Feeling Good, it is one of the main themes of my book, Intimate Connections. Intimate Connections is all about the dating game, and the power dynamic that so many lonely single folks don't understand. That book will show you how to get people chasing after you so you don't have to chase them, so you'll have a large supply of people to date. However, that book, sadly, doesn't really show you how to develop a deep and meaningful relationship once you've found someone who you really care about and want to get close to. For that, you'll have to read my book, Feeling Good Together!
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One of the great things about the cognitive model of trauma is the basic idea that our thoughts create our moods. This idea goes all the way back to the Greek philosopher, Epictetus. Nearly 2,000 years ago he wrote that people are disturbed, not by things, but by the views they take of them. This can be extremely liberating to individuals who have been victims of trauma. That's because the trauma actually occurred, and in most cases, cannot be undone. However, we CAN change the way we think about the trauma. Once you crush the distorted negative thought that trigger your depression, shame, anxiety, hopelessness, and anger, you can develop joy, confidence, and self-esteem once again. And often, this transformation can take place rapidly. In my experience, effective treatment usually does not require months or years of treatment, although many therapists do not believe this and find the notion of high speed recovery to be quackery or impossible.
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Oscar Pistorius held the hands of family members after being sentenced to five years in prison on Tuesday.
With a judge seeking to strike a balance between mercy and retribution, Oscar Pistorius, the South African track star, was sentenced Tuesday to five years in prison for killing his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.
The athlete's defense team said the law under which he was punished calls for him to serve only one-sixth of the prison term — 10 months — before he can be placed on house arrest. He was also given a suspended three-year term on separate firearms charges.
This doesn't sound like a case of him getting away with something because of some love of guns. Rather, it sounds like a situation where the modern desire to get away from "punishing" crime has run amok.
Nobody said he got away with it BECAUSE of his love of guns.
Gee, that includes me--I didn't suggest you said it was because of His love of guns. You've repeatedly implied that it was because of some cultural affinity for them that led to him not having the hammer swung at him.
But sure, don't discuss the issue--act like I said something stupid so that you can dismiss me.
"This doesn't sound like a case of him getting away with something because of some love of guns. "
You did say something stupid - and then denied it, naturally.
Wow, keep harping on that and showing your inability to comprehend what you read--even after the meaning has been explained to you.
"Ownership of a firearm is conditional on a competency test and several other factors, including background checking of the applicant, inspection of an owner's premises, and licensing of the weapon by the police introduced in July 2004. The process is currently undergoing review, as the police are at present, not able to adequately or within reasonable time, process either competency certification, new licenses or renewal of existing licenses."
"It is possible that the law has led to a situation where over a million South Africans are now liable for arrest and prison sentences of up to 15 years – an untenable situation."
House arrest is not uncommon in in the US. In fact, there was a recent well publicized conviction for criminal vehicular homicide case that included supervised release.
Maybe Pistorius got his gun permits the same way some celebrities do in The States.
But what do you think of the sentence?
"But what do you think of the sentence?"
It is what it is. I don't know what the norm is for negligent homicide is in South Africa. It seems to have a real violent crime problem with a homicide rate of 34/100k in 2009.
I think it was light. Too bad we can't take the Pistorius sentence and average it out with the Dunn one.
You want to see Dunn out someday? Why? Theodore Wafer got too long of a sentence, but I don't think Dunn did.
I can see the difference between Wafer and Dunne, but in my opinion they both received excessive sentences. Oscar made out like a bandit, on the other hand.
Looks like the prosecutors are going to try for a do-over. At first glance, this would appear to be double jeopardy to me. Can any of our legal scholars weigh in to clear this up for me?
" Prosecutors said Monday they will file appeal papers in the next few days against the verdict and sentencing in the case of Oscar Pistorius, who was given a five-year prison term after being convicted of culpable homicide for killing his girlfriend."
I think I heard there is no double-jeopardy rule in SA.
"I think I heard there is no double-jeopardy rule in SA."
I looked it up here and this source matches what you said.
However, there seem to be a lot of exceptions in various countries. Where the various governments take advantage of, dare I say it, loopholes.
The above is not considered a violation of the constitution. Because of Supreme Court precedent, this process is all considered part of a single proceeding."
That is why I was confused in regards to South Africa. The only exception I know of in the US is that a person can be tried under the Uniform Code of Military Justice after an acquittal in a civilian court.


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A virtual journey in the footsteps of of Zen Haiku master, poet and saint-pilgrim Matsuo Basho (1644-1694).
Also meeting his predecessor, the tanka poetry of hermit monk Saigyo (1118-1190) admired by Emperors and Shoguns of violent Heian Japan, and some of Basho's disciples such as Buson, Issa and their immortal words.
Take them with you on your iPhone and iPad, they are good company on long travels and lonely journeys.
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Students' learning has been interrupted and the complexities associated with re-engagement and learning gains will not be captured by standardized state assessments alone. This session is designed for public charter school leaders and authorizers interested in revisiting school goals and academic accountability frameworks used for determining school quality. We will examine how goals are currently constructed, which students are expected to achieve, and consider a new approach that responds to the student population and school's mission.
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Original release date: November 19, 2018 | Last revised: November 21, 2018
As the holidays approach, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) reminds users to be aware of seasonal scams and malware campaigns. Users should be cautious of unsolicited emails that contain malicious links or attachments with malware, advertisements infected with malware, and requests for donations from fraudulent charitable organizations, which could result in security breaches, identify theft, or financial loss.
CISA recommends the following actions:
Use caution when browsing the internet, shopping online, and using email.
Avoid clicking on links or opening attachments in unsolicited emails. See Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information.
Be wary of fraudulent social media pleas, calls, texts, websites, and door-to-door solicitations for donations to charities. See How to Donate Wisely and Avoid Charity Scams for more information.
If you believe you are a victim of a scam or malware campaign, consider the following actions:
Contact your financial institution immediately, and close any accounts that may have been compromised. Watch for any unexplainable charges to your account. See Preventing and Responding to Identity Theft for more information.
Immediately change any passwords you might have revealed. Avoid reusing passwords. See Choosing and Protecting Passwords for more information.
Report the attack to the police, and file reports with the Federal Trade Commission and the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center.


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Perhaps one of the most common kinds of do it yourself projects could be the bathroom. In reality, it's a very nearly a tie between the restroom or the kitchen as the most typical updated rooms of a property! And like some other do-it-yourself project, your bathroom remodel – especially one that's located off the master suite – means there are always a number of choices to be created from the types of flooring and fixtures to features like the bathroom vanity and lights. Most of us have been in that situation when you are moving into a new house, or maybe renovating a current home, and you'll need to purchase a fresh bathroom sink. You might not make sure about the forms of bathroom sinks available, or what is important to take into account when buying bathroom sinks. In this short article, we will consider a few of the factors you must take into consideration, as well as briefly discussing some of the other factors you should think of before buying a sink. There are almost uncountable kinds of bathroom shower ideas across the world. Mostly people just like a little flair in there shower style, so for this purpose we have placed some of the best form of shower ideas below.
So what kind of elements does one consider when a bathroom remodel is being planned? All things considered, there are so many selections! But perhaps the first thing to complete is to really have a plan. Be sure to keep things such as for example budget and useable space key determinants in the process so that you can move forward. Of course, in the event that you utilize a skilled team of remodelers, then you can be sure that they can know to plan the room so you get the most boost for the budget. The Aluminum Glass Shower. The initial form of bathroom shower design, which I am going to tell you, is a form of Aluminum and glass shower by having an enclosure. This enclosure is created using glass panels, which will be mounted on an aluminum frame. This shower enclosure is then surrounded with walls fitted with metal grey tiles, the mixture of the metal with the tiles and clear glass gives a slightly new look.
As you begin considering upgrades, don't just forget about choosing your bathrooms vanity that complements your style. No further is one relegated to boring Formica countertops for the toilet! Today's homeowners can decide from many different surfaces such as inlaid tiles, natural stone as well as custom pieces that add depth and beauty. But each one of these bathroom vanity tops offer a variety of features or options of customizing. As you make your decision, keep in mind these basics of bathroom vanity choices. Among the most important factors to consider is space – what're your personal restrictions when buying and fitting a fresh sink. There is no point choosing your dream bathroom sink, only to find that it doesn't easily fit into, or alternatively that it looks too small within your bathroom. Take into account the design of the area – will the bathroom sink go in the corner of the space, or would you like it to be the centrepiece of the room.
The Seaside shower. One bathroom shower idea is that many people would first think twice before implementing this idea. The idea works on the simpler kind of shower attached on aside of a wall and the shower can be moved because it is linked to a pipe. To improve the effect, dark grey tiles is likely to be attached only on the floor, while the walls will soon be covered with sea blue colored checkered tiles. To add more effect a sitting area may also be made in the shower, which is connected, that will be covered with light grey tiles and the overall shower area will soon be covered with glass panels. This type of bathroom shower idea is definitely among its kind as it reflects a serious sophisticated design with only a little reflection of the sea. The restroom vanity you select should: Be crafted to accommodate the keeping the sink to be wherever you will need it to go. Be either a whole match to the restroom vanity material or either an intentional contrast that still complements the colors and style of the room. Coordinate with the selection of commode and shower/bathtub. Have the ability to accommodate and assist whatever fixtures you have chosen within the remodel. Keep in mind that the faucets are normally either widespread designs that want at the very least 3 drilled holes to be manufactured or center spread faucets might have 1 to 3 holes to be drilled.
It's also advisable to think about the design of the toilet, and the design of the sink that you simply wish to put in. Many individuals are fans of a glass sink, which will look extremely classy in the proper bathroom, but look out of place in a differently styled bathroom. Do you need to choose a contemporary look, versus a functional look? You may be less concerned with style, and more about the cheapest, viable option. Many of these factors are important, and you need to pick the right choice for your bathroom. The Classy Shower. This is a different type of bathroom, that may have a simple, but an elegant look. The contrast could have a white and grey colour and have grey colored cabinets, white colored sink and a stool. As the shower is going to be attached on the roof of the toilet and the shower, area will undoubtedly be give covered with glass panels and with a little mixture of black and white tiles. The restroom will overall be covered with white tiles.
In terms of the various types or styles, of bathroom sinks that you can buy, there are a wide variety of sinks. These generally include pedestal, countertop, wall mounted, corner, inset, semi-recessed, space saving / en-suite or undercounter basins. Remember that the choice is a personal decision, based on your tastes and the space in that you simply have to work with. The Rainfall Shower. If your favorite area for remove your stress is the shower than you will certainly love this sort of idea. The concept contain a rainfall shower head adjusted on the ceiling and the entire shower area covered with grey tiles which will be a fantastic combination for a rainfall form of look. This may definitely employ a refreshing and a fresh type showering experience for you.
Before you make the decision which sink to purchase, it's also wise to consider other factors such as for instance installation. Whether you will have the ability to put in your personal sink will depend on your own personal DIY skills. Some bathroom sink companies will include installation in their prices, whereas others will not. In cases like this, if you are not experienced at DIY, you might be best advised to hire a plumber ahead and fit the sink for you. This should not be an overly expensive investment, however, it is obviously important that your sink and water pressure is properly fixed. The Luxurious Shower. A more recent and modern method utilizing the inspiration of palaces is this luxurious bathroom, the idea is to decorate the shower area with multicolored tiles and the use of a totally free stand tub having a dual shower and the tub placed just beside a window an attractive and natural look. The flooring will undoubtedly be of light hardwood floor, which provides a wonderful finish to the overall look of the shower.
If you have determined which sink to buy, you will need to choose where to buy the sink from. Among the deciding factors will often be what warrantee each company is ready to provide. Always do your research to locate a reputable company, and make an effort to be sure that the business has a good reputation within a and that they have positive reviews. The Beige Shower. This kind of shower uses alcove shower directly the ceiling while the complete bathroom walls are covered with beige walls using large granite looking tiles and a stone slab with an under mount sink and cabinets attached quietly of the sink. The shower area will undoubtedly be covered with curtains and a glass door to enhance the sweetness of the shower.


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Q: Is the formal power series ring a graded ring? Let $k$ be a field, let $k[[t]]$ be the formal power series ring over $k$ in one variable. Does there exist a $\mathbb{Z}$-grading on $k[[t]]$? In other words, does there exist a direct sum decomposition $k[[t]] \simeq \bigoplus_{n \in \mathbb{Z}} A_{n}$ as $k$-vector spaces respecting the algebra structure, i.e. such that $A_{n} \cdot A_{m} \subset A_{m+n}$?

A: The only grading on $k[[t]]$ is the trivial grading $A_0=k[[t]]$.  To prove this, note that if $A$ is any $\mathbb{Z}$-graded domain and $a\in A$ is a unit, then $a$ must be homogeneous (if $a$ had two parts of different degrees, that would remain true after multiplying by any nonzero element, since $A$ is a domain).  In the case of $k[[t]]$, this means that any element with nonzero constant term is homogeneous.  Now every element of $k[[t]]$ is a sum of at most two elements with nonzero constant terms, so this would mean every element of $k[[t]]$ has at most two nonzero homogeneous parts.  Now if some element $x\in k[[t]]$ were nonzero and homogeneous of nonzero degree, then $x+x^2+x^3$ would have three nonzero homogeneous parts.  Thus all nonzero homogeneous elements have degree $0$, and so all of $k[[t]]$ has degree $0$.
More generally, a similar argument shows no local domain can have a nontrivial $\mathbb{Z}$-grading.


LG has unveiled a new handset in the States that offers an interesting option for the more absent-minded among us with a built-in Bluetooth headset.
The headset slots onto the back of the phone and, while docked, is kept permanently charged ready for action at the press of a spring-loaded mechanism.
The LG-VX8610 slider will launch in the US on the Verizon Wireless network and aside from the detachable device, offers a fairly average feature set that includes a 2-megapixel camera and a music player with SD card slot.
The only problems we can see with what looks like a nifty two-in-one solution is the replacement issue if you do lose the headset and how many ejections that mechanism will happily endure.
The LG Decoy will be available in America on 16 June with no other territory availability yet revealed.


Dr Danny Thomas gives an interesting resume of adrenal fatigue in this article.
In clinical practice we have seen varying degrees of adrenal fatigue and insufficiency. Some are tired and wired others flat and burnt out while many are up and down like a yo-yo with their energy in a given day. Homeopathy supports clients by addressing the underlying causes and helping to rebalance the body. A combination of remedies, lifestyle advice and nutrition enables people to achieve a better equilibrium and resolve their physical and emotional symptoms.


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Each year we dance dads put on a performance at the end of the year recietal. We practice for about 6-8 weeks one night a week. It is really cool that all these dads participate, by making a fool out of each of us.
If you find a standing dead pine tree that is all dried out. at the bottom of the tree all the sap has build up making fat wood which is awesome to burn and keep mosquitos away.


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What is IBM Infosphere Information Server?
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Information Server is a line of IBM products responsible for data warehousing and data integration.
IBM introduced Infosphere Information Server as a complete set of business intelligence and data warehousing products which operate in four functional areas:
Source data profiling - consists of understanding and modeling the source data to detect inconsistencies, anomalies and problems with the data (Information Analyzer, Business Glossary)
Data quality assurance - data cleansing, standardizing, merging (Information Analyzer, QualityStage and AuditStage)
Data transformation - data is integrated, transformed and loaded into a data warehouse using the ETL processes
Data delivery to the end users
Infosphere Applications
IBM InfoSphere Warehouse applications offer solutions for the deployment, integration and management of a data warehouse and the data in an organization, based on a DB2 Database technology.
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Datastage and QualityStage is a GUI application for integrating the data stored in a data warehouse and implementing the ETL and data quality assurance processes.
Business Glossary is a web-based tool responsible for common business terms vocabulary management (creation, editing, viewing and sharing) in an organization.
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Messer is a surname. It may refer to:

People
 Alf Messer (1900–1947), English footballer
 Casey Messer (born 1983), 2007 Miss New Mexico USA
 Dale Messer (born 1937), American football player
 David Messer, 21st century Australian cartoonist
 Don Messer (1909–1973), Canadian musician, band leader and radio broadcaster, host of the television program Don Messer's Jubilee
 Donald E. Messer (born 1941), American United Methodist theologian and author
 Erica Messer, 21st century American television writer, producer and story editor
 Frank Messer (1925–2001), American sportscaster
 Glenn Messer (1895–1995), American aviation pioneer
 Jonathan Messer (born 1976), Australian director
 Ken Messer (1931–2018), British painter
 Michael Messer (born 1956), English musician and record producer
 Robert Messer (1887–1918), Scottish footballer
 Sam Messer (born 1955), American painter
 Samuel Messer, birth name of American actor Robert Middleton (1911–1977)
 Sarah Messer (born 1966), American poet and author
 Thomas M. Messer (1920–2013), director of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation 1961–1988

Fictional characters
 Danny Messer, on the television series CSI: NY

Occupational surnames

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Mr. Aiston's class: Back to school!
We are back and we are stronger than ever,we are studuying Super heros like Super man and spider man.This morning a mysterious thing happened to the class room it was trashed to bits,that means that some nasty had broke in and trashed the place.
This is what we done in literacy,we had to write down all the facts that we could find out about four super heros we done where they where born,where they lived,how they got there super powers and what there super powers are.


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Howard Overpowered by Monmouth, 59-27
Washington, DC – Anthony Philyaw rushed for a career-high 236 yards and three touchdowns, but Howard had no answer for the high-powered offense as the Bison were overpowered by Monmouth, 59-27 in a non-conference game at Greene Stadium.
The Bison (1-5, 1-2 in the MEAC) were coming off their first win of the season, a 33-28 decision over Norfolk State on the road last week. Howard appeared to have momentum from that victory when it took the opening possession of the game and went 84 in only three plays with Philyaw finishing it off with a winding 39-yard run less than two minutes into the game. [easyazon_infoblock align="right" cart="y" identifier="B01I29HS78″ locale="US" tag="hbcusports-20″]
The Hawks (4-2) countered with a short drive but the Howard defense forced a 37-yard Matt White field goal to make it 7-3.
Monmouth then began to find a rhythm and after forcing a three and out, the Hawks took the lead at 10-7 on a Lavon Chaney one-yard plunge that capped off 79-yard drive.
Then the Bison would make the first of several mistakes on the day. Kalen Johnson had his pass attempt intercepted by Teddie Martinez, giving the visitors the ball at their own 44-yard line.
Ed Royds (118 yards on seven carries, 2 TDs) would finish off the drive with four-yard run that made the score, 17-7 early in the second quarter. The Bison would make yet another crucial mistake when the Hawks did a pooch kick and the Bison failed to recover it. It took Monmouth three plays to go 32 yards and it gave them a 24-7 cushion with 9:05 on the clock.
Howard got back in the game temporarily when Johnny Cooper picked off a Cody Williams pass that gave his team the ball at the Monmouth 39-yards line.
Howard again turned to its playmaker, Philyaw, and he delivered with a 37-yard run in which he ran over two defenders en route to the end zone.
On the ensuing Monmouth possession, Howard's Richard Johnson recovered a Monmouth fumble that gave his team at the Hawks' 19-yard line. Then came what could be deemed the turning point in the game. On a third and one from the Monmouth 10-yard line, Howard quarterback Kalen Johnson fumbled and it was recovered by Diego Zubieta at the Hawks' 24.
It would prove to be costly. Instead of getting to within 24-21 just before halftime, the Hawks accepted the gift and drove 76 yards as Darren Ambush snagged a 22-yard pass from Williams. The Hawks took a comfortable 31-14 lead to the locker room.
Any hopes that the Bison had for a comeback were quickly dashed as Monmouth scored three touchdowns in a six-minute span. Included were runs of 82 yards by Royds and runs of 38 and 78 yards by Jolly (6 carries, 129 yards, 2 TDs).
On the day, the Hawks amassed 343 yards on the ground at an 8.2 yard per clip. Monmouth was equally efficient in the passing game with a 22-of-27 passing performance for 219 yards.
Philyaw, who averaged almost 10 yard per carry, had two touchdowns that were called back. His total rushing yards was the third highest in school history.
The passing game had problems as Johnson and Jason Collins combined for 7 of 18 for 100 yards.
NEXT UP: The Bison host South Carolina State next Saturday at 1 pm in Greene in the second of three straight home games.
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Student callers pull fewer donations
By Rachel Getzenberg Oct 25, 2012 3:50 AM
As caller-IDs become the norm and more people ditch landlines for cell phones, the fundraising game is getting tougher for the University's student-run call center.
Student staff at Colonial Connection sit in cubicles for 20 hours a week, cold calling parents and alumni to solicit donations. But over the last fiscal year, the call center has raised $500,000 – a 30 percent dip from the year before, while online donations increased 50 percent, reaching nearly $1 million for fiscal year 2012.
On good days, the call center is noisy – with students chatting about the soon-to-be Science and Engineering Hall or the 10-year strategic plan. Calls are answered about 25 percent of the time, and about 40 percent of those who pick up end up donating.
Still, Colonial Connection's figures this fall are down $20,000 compared to this time last year, offset by a 75 percent jump in online giving this fall. Donors have given $200,000 online as of this week.
While the office brings in only about 5 percent of GW's annual donations, director of annual giving Rebecca Trump said, the calls bring in more new donors than any other method.
"If you have not been engaged with the University for years and you pick up the phone and there is a smart, articulate GW student on there talking about all of the great things that have been going on campus since you were here, that is much more compelling than getting a letter that you might toss in the trash," Trump said.
Last year, 1,300 donors made their first gift through Colonial Connection. While mailed-in funds – which totaled nearly $1.2 million last year – continues to outpace gifts by phone, the average size of each gift that comes by letter is much lower.
As the University grows its fundraising staff and develops new ways to reach out to donors – like giving out grants to student organizations to invite alumni to campus events – it is maintaining a focus on its telephone-trained student sales force. Efficiency has also been a focus for the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, which began tracking the amount it spends to raise each dollar a few years ago. The University's fundraising chief said last month that his office spends 21 cents for each dollar raised – which totaled a record-breaking $120 million last year.
More than 50 students now work at Colonial Connection, which has changed locations more than once in the last few years to fit more callers. The student employees make a minimum of $10.50 an hour – with bonuses ranging from $50 to $100 over a semester– and receive training to improve their communication skills.
The challenge is reaching younger alumni through the traditional calling method, which Trump said is also a struggle for college fundraisers across the country. While recruiting new donors is a constant goal for the office, callers are also tasked with maintaining older relationships. The majority of those who give over the phone are not first-time donors.
"New donors are less likely to pick up the phone than somebody who has been giving to GW for years and feels connected to the University when they are looking at caller ID," Trump said. "It is a struggle, and it is going to continue to be a struggle. That's no secret."
The University has pulled in more than $1.8 million in annual gifts so far this year, which Trump said put the office on track to reach the $11 million of annual gifts brought in last year.
Organizations nationally are having a harder time drawing in donations through phone calls, Holly Hall, a reporter for the Chronicle of Philanthropy, said. Still, most organizations agree that phone calls are a better way to connect with potential donors than email or postal mail, and many continue to rely on the more traditional method, which is most effective among prospective elderly donors, she said.
But fundraisers are increasingly adding digital components, like text messaging and social media, on sites like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, to their efforts to catch hard-to-reach donors. Organizations are stressing strategy, calling only donors who have already expressed interest, or crafting persuasive pitches to engage the person on the other line, to make the most of each call, according to a September report from the Chronicle of Philanthropy.
Fundraising has been a top goal for University President Knapp since he came to GW in 2007 looking to reduce the school's tuition dependency and use gifts to build up its financial footing.
Student staff at Colonial Connection receive scripts to introduce themselves, and they work to engage the person on the other end of the line. But each conversation takes its own turn, callers said. Sometimes a student informs alumni about University programs and events, like Alumni Weekend, and sometimes they strike up a conversation about their GW experience.
"I can gain insight from alumni. It was great to hear feedback from people that have been through what I have been through," Kat Marchione, a senior at GW and a senior manager at Colonial Connection said.
This article appeared in the October 25, 2012 issue of the Hatchet.
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is a Sengoku period yamashiro-style Japanese castle located in the Nakayashiki neighborhood of the city of Jōetsu, Niigata prefecture. It was the primary fortress of the warlord Uesugi Kenshin, and was originally built and ruled by the Nagao clan. It is listed as one of Japan's Top 100 Castles and the ruins have been protected as a National Historic Site since 1935. The castle and its history were mentioned by Takizawa Bakin, and Yamazaki Yoshishige in Tanki manroku. Kasugayama Castle is regarded as among Japan's Five Greatest Mountain Castles, along with Nanao Castle, Odani Castle, Kannonji Castle and Gassantoda Castle. The castle is unofficially called .

Background
Kasugayama Castle extended over two ridges on the summit of 180-meter Mount Kasuga. The castle had no stone walls but consisted of many enclosures (kuruwa) with earthen or clay ramparts and dry moats built on terraces at various levels on the mountain. The core of the castle (or inner bailey) was just below the peak, and contained a watch tower, Buddhist temple (and Uesugi Kenshin's residence) and garden. On the south ridge was the fortified residence of Uesugi Kagekatsu, the adopted son of Kenshin, below which was the residence of Kakizaki Kageie, one of Kenshin's most important retainers. On the north ridge was the residence of Naoe Kagetsuna, another important retainer. Immediately below the central area was the residence of Uesugi Kagetora, another adopted son of Kenshin. In addition to these major enclosures were many smaller enclosures for retainers and barracks for soldiers, as well as warehouses. The castle is the centre of a defensive network consisting of many smaller forts in a two to six km, radius.

History
There was an older castle on this site that dates to the 14th century, but there's no certain information about it. The Kasugayama Castle was probably built by Nagao Tamekage, and then was inherited by Nagao Harukage. Uesugi Kenshin, his younger brother who was originally named Nagao Kagetora, became the lord of the castle in 1548. This castle was Uesugi Kenshin's departure point in his engagement with Takeda Shingen in the 1561 Battle of Kawanakajima.

After his death in 1578, Uesugi Kagekatsu gained control of Kasugayama, after a brief series of battles with Uesugi Kagetora over the inheritance. Although Uesugi Kagekatsu was able to reunite the Uesugi clan, his forces were severely weakened by the ongoing struggle against Oda Nobunaga and the Odawara Hōjō clan. The Uesugi eventually submitted to Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and in 1598 the clan was transferred by Hideyoshi to Aizu. Kasugayama Castle was turned over to Hori Hideharu, the son of Hori Hidemasa. Hideharu built a large water moat to surround the jōkamachi of Kasugayama as the local populace was highly upset over the departure of the Uesugi, and in 1600 he relocated his seat to Fukushima Castle near the coast and port of Naoetsu. By 1607, Kasugayama was deserted.

A Shinto shrine, Kasugayama Shrine was founded in 1901 at the base of the mountain. The ruins of the inner bailey are located 180 m.a.s.l., with view at the city of Jōetsu, Kubiki Plain, and the Sea of Japan, approximately 20 minutes on foot from the shrine.

No structures survive within the castle grounds, but one gate has been preserved nearby at the temple of Rinsen-ji Temple, which also has a small museum. Also Jōetsu-shi Maizō Bunkazai Center (Historical museum) is near the castle.

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See also
List of Historic Sites of Japan (Niigata)

References

External links

 Kasaguyama Castle at JNTO
 Kasaguyama Castle at Jcastle Guide
 Kasaguyama Castle at A Collection of Photographs of Japanese Castles

Castles in Niigata Prefecture
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![App logo I created](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Alvareto/get-together/master/img/logo_wide.png)
# Get Together

Get Together is a web application for easy and comprehensive party planning. It could also be used as an event planner, if the need arises.

It was started as a Infinum Student Hackaton project.

## Used Technologies:

* Twitter Bootstrap
* JQuery
* AngularJS (in the future)
* ASP.NET - Razor (in the future)

## Author:

Ivan Grgurina.

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Q: cancel outgoing call with default dialer app I have an app that becomes default dialer.
It works well on the incoming calls, answer and hang up by using android.telecom classes
Now what I am trying to do is, when bluetooth handset dials a number, to stop that dial, and launch whatsapp dial uri with that same number.
Any idea how to cancel the call that is being dialed trough handset?

A: You can use TelecomManager class for cutting a call.
TelecomManager telecomManager = (TelecomManager) mContext.getSystemService(Context.TELECOM_SERVICE);

if (telecomManager != null) {
if(telecomManager .endCall())
Toast(mContext,"Call ended",Toast.LENGTH_SHORT).show();
else
Toast(mContext,"Failed to end the call",Toast.LENGTH_SHORT).show();
}

You need the permission
<uses-permission android:name="android.permission.ANSWER_PHONE_CALLS" />

Receiver permission
 <uses-permission android:name="android.permission.PROCESS_OUTGOING_CALLS" />

Broadcast Receiver
public class OutgoingCallReceiver extends BroadcastReceiver {
@Override
public void onReceive(Context context, Intent intent) {
    Log.d(OutgoingCallReceiver.class.getSimpleName(), intent.toString());
    Toast.makeText(context, "Outgoing call happening!", Toast.LENGTH_LONG).show();
 // cancel your call here    }
}

Update Manifest
<receiver  android:name=".OutGoingCallReceiver"
android:exported="true">
<intent-filter>
<action
android:name="android.intent.action.NEW_OUTGOING_CALL"
android:priority="0" />
</intent-filter>
</receiver>


So I've been a bit busy lately and haven't been able to contribute to the site as much because I've been on full throttle GRAVETRANCERS mode for the last few weeks leading up the release of the book–which is today! I am going to talk a little about the book in the upcoming days and will provide a comprehensive list of interviews and podcasts I've done to talk about the series and hopefully compel you to pick it up at your local comics shop.
Lux to put together a video highlighting some of the cool scenes from issue one. The song is called "Puppet" and it's a moody little toe-tapper and I felt it kind of captured the feel of the first issue rather well. Big thanks to Patrick Meaney and Glass Lux for working with me to make this release day for GRAVETRANCERS special. Also thanks to Rich Johnston at Bleeding Cool who premiered the video this morning. Enjoy the video!
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