I think I am not the only one who faces problems and difficulties when university assignments requiring PC on a daily basis. Since I am not so conversant in PC utilization the issues emerge at every occasion.
I cannot type fast. Well, I should say, I type very slowly. It means the basic problem when writing an essay, thesis, research paper or blog entries here. For some reason even continuous practice does not help me achieve better results in typing. There is an array of texts to write at uni, though. Sometimes I feel really bad about it; and then I realize I should not. This is an ability and not everybody has this gift. It is like language learning; one can memorize analogies of grammar or understand the usage of tenses easier than others.
Also, I am not an advanced Windows user. So to say, the system permanently surprises me with various pop-up windows showing messages on failures occuring. After having those windows closed the system offers 'help' automatically by driving me to BIOS properties. I never have even the slightest idea what to do there. Furthermore, I cannot return to the desktop.
Anyway, I could continue with difficulties until Microsoft releases Win 9 at least. I have been using Win7 for months now and the system seems more user-friendly that no drive-by occurs. Win Vista and, especially, Win XP bombed my screen with messages like mentioned.
After all, I am not upset. Computer science is not my world; however, I am able to cope with simple tasks like writing blog entries.
2011. október 17., hétfő
2011. október 16., vasárnap
Beer or Wine?
Many of us consume beer when getting involved in a really good conversation with friends just to make those meetings better and 'give great atmosphere' to the company gathered together. Also, we tend to have a cup of excellent wine for a good start. Why is the case as it is?
This question has raised my interest for a long time. I do meet my friends on a regular basis really at least twice or three times a week. These occasions are usually held in the flat of one of our mates from the faculty of law. He really loves these nights when friends are all there to spend a great time together. Okay, but we always start with a kind of drink. At one time with beer and with wine at the other.
I have done a tiny research on the subject. I made observations on drinks we have had considering the whole night. I have found that we start with beer if the occasion is organized for only conversation. Throughout the night we talk about some usual university matters or some personal issues. My research has also showed that the night might begin with a basic question 'white or red?'. Yesss, at this time we open one or more bottles of wines. Since I love cooking some parties are made as 'cooking nights' when I am assigned to be the chef (they say I can cook really well). My point here is that we have a great meal and wines may trigger or intense our hunger if consumed prior to the food.
It is also proven by scientists that wines contain fruit acids and aromas (you have to buy real wine, obviously) which are axcellent sources of make you hungry. On the other hand, beer is a (perfect) drink containing carbon-dioxide, carbohydrates and, consequently, immense of calories. So to say, beer can make you feel full and no tough meal is desired (of course it is the general conception, but it may vary individually).
Either we started with beer or wine according to the occasion the parties were just perfect.
This question has raised my interest for a long time. I do meet my friends on a regular basis really at least twice or three times a week. These occasions are usually held in the flat of one of our mates from the faculty of law. He really loves these nights when friends are all there to spend a great time together. Okay, but we always start with a kind of drink. At one time with beer and with wine at the other.
I have done a tiny research on the subject. I made observations on drinks we have had considering the whole night. I have found that we start with beer if the occasion is organized for only conversation. Throughout the night we talk about some usual university matters or some personal issues. My research has also showed that the night might begin with a basic question 'white or red?'. Yesss, at this time we open one or more bottles of wines. Since I love cooking some parties are made as 'cooking nights' when I am assigned to be the chef (they say I can cook really well). My point here is that we have a great meal and wines may trigger or intense our hunger if consumed prior to the food.
It is also proven by scientists that wines contain fruit acids and aromas (you have to buy real wine, obviously) which are axcellent sources of make you hungry. On the other hand, beer is a (perfect) drink containing carbon-dioxide, carbohydrates and, consequently, immense of calories. So to say, beer can make you feel full and no tough meal is desired (of course it is the general conception, but it may vary individually).
Either we started with beer or wine according to the occasion the parties were just perfect.
2011. október 9., vasárnap
No more flag poles
Since I am a bike addict (seriously), lots of entries here (will) concern my experience and thoughts on cycling. About 5 weeks ago, I experienced the following that was written on the same day on my professional writing session.
'Today morning I got to the university by my bike. Just as usual, I tried to find a place where I could leave it. At 7.41am, there was a very surprising sight: the bike parking-lot was full already. OMG, where will I leave my bike? To tell the truth, it was not too surprising. All the channels of media continuously report the newest trends and statistics on the number cyclists using bikes for daily commuting. But, are really there that much? Yes. Even more. Since fuel prices are extremely inflated an alternative solution must have been found.
Beyond the uni entrance students and teachers leave their bikes fixed to flagpoles, trees and fence. Doesn’t sound too good, does it? These objects are not for cyclists to fix their bikes to. There are some countries where cycling culture has different dimensions than here. Those countries have developed in this aspect. Cyclists can easily find lots around the city. Just see an example: in Amsterdam or Utrecht a biker is more likely to find parking lot than a car driver. There really is possibility to find ‘P’. Well, ‘P’ is really a P. The name comes from the shape of this tool that is excellent to fix the frame of the bike and the wheel (at least the front wheel). On the other hand, car drivers sometimes give up. Car parking lots are different to be found even early morning. Bikes and bike users seem to be superior to cars.
A few years ago around in 2000 you said that cycling culture would never grow up here. Well, it has already started actually. Bikes are becoming fully accepted vehicles in traffic! A cyclist must equip the bike with the mandatory and recommended gadgets including lamps and bell. Also, the condition of the bike is also important. I am happy to see these facts. More and more people realize that a bike would be a solution against fuel prices. A bike would be investment that is fruitful sooner or later.
As the government builds bike routes and makes serious regulations on bikes it seems that Hungary has found its way to become a cycling paradise as the countries mentioned. Hopefully, Hungary will be.'
Beyond the uni entrance students and teachers leave their bikes fixed to flagpoles, trees and fence. Doesn’t sound too good, does it? These objects are not for cyclists to fix their bikes to. There are some countries where cycling culture has different dimensions than here. Those countries have developed in this aspect. Cyclists can easily find lots around the city. Just see an example: in Amsterdam or Utrecht a biker is more likely to find parking lot than a car driver. There really is possibility to find ‘P’. Well, ‘P’ is really a P. The name comes from the shape of this tool that is excellent to fix the frame of the bike and the wheel (at least the front wheel). On the other hand, car drivers sometimes give up. Car parking lots are different to be found even early morning. Bikes and bike users seem to be superior to cars.
A few years ago around in 2000 you said that cycling culture would never grow up here. Well, it has already started actually. Bikes are becoming fully accepted vehicles in traffic! A cyclist must equip the bike with the mandatory and recommended gadgets including lamps and bell. Also, the condition of the bike is also important. I am happy to see these facts. More and more people realize that a bike would be a solution against fuel prices. A bike would be investment that is fruitful sooner or later.
As the government builds bike routes and makes serious regulations on bikes it seems that Hungary has found its way to become a cycling paradise as the countries mentioned. Hopefully, Hungary will be.'
Those 'seemingly useless things'...
In early summer, the government came up with some serious regulations concerning cyclists and how they should equip their bikes. From June on, bikers must install front/rear lamps, reflectors fixed to the spokes, they must have ringing bell on the handlebar and a reflector jacket is required under specified circumstances (outside the town at night or due to bad weather conditions like fog).
Immediately, anyone could read both positive and negative comments on these regulations. The number of people having bad attitude toward the rules outweighed the opposite group. They all complained about the fact that those gadgets are just useless and you 'should not decorate your bike as it were a Christmas tree'.
Well, let's approach the situation from some respects. Motorists have always had bad regards on bikers saying they can be hardly seen on the road. They are right. Why not to sacrifice about 1000 Forints for some life-saving equipment? Cyclists are in serious danger even in daily traffic. At night, the danger gets more serious as bikes and bikers are nearly invisible. A tiny plastic Taiwanese lamp with the cheapest Chinese battery just makes it possible that motorists can overtake you without threatening your life. Also, you do not have to make too much effort to purchase a reflector jacket and a ringing bell. Furhtermore, these gadgets will not cost you somuch.
To sum, these 'seemingly useless things' are not that useless as they seem to be. Let's think it twice before you ride your bike. Bikes are becoming fully accepted vehicles in everyday traffic (we all are happy to know that:-)) and regulations must be accepted and obeyed in return. No one wants to be subject to police investigation in lack of any of those gadgets or due to causing accident either. Especially when the one is the victim....
Immediately, anyone could read both positive and negative comments on these regulations. The number of people having bad attitude toward the rules outweighed the opposite group. They all complained about the fact that those gadgets are just useless and you 'should not decorate your bike as it were a Christmas tree'.
Well, let's approach the situation from some respects. Motorists have always had bad regards on bikers saying they can be hardly seen on the road. They are right. Why not to sacrifice about 1000 Forints for some life-saving equipment? Cyclists are in serious danger even in daily traffic. At night, the danger gets more serious as bikes and bikers are nearly invisible. A tiny plastic Taiwanese lamp with the cheapest Chinese battery just makes it possible that motorists can overtake you without threatening your life. Also, you do not have to make too much effort to purchase a reflector jacket and a ringing bell. Furhtermore, these gadgets will not cost you somuch.
To sum, these 'seemingly useless things' are not that useless as they seem to be. Let's think it twice before you ride your bike. Bikes are becoming fully accepted vehicles in everyday traffic (we all are happy to know that:-)) and regulations must be accepted and obeyed in return. No one wants to be subject to police investigation in lack of any of those gadgets or due to causing accident either. Especially when the one is the victim....
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