I think of myself as a staunch supporter of freedom of expression but I realize the disquieting truth that I could never publish some of the cartoons Charlie Hebdo did. It would go against every fiber of my being. But I will defend their right to exist and condemn what happened to them with every fiber of my being as well. But I just cannot say #IAmCharlieHebdo.
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#JeSuisCharlie? No, I’m really not Charlie Hebdo: Here’s Why | Alternet
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Martin Niemöller’s “First they came for the Jews. Then they came for the journalists.” – Haaretz
- http://www.haaretz.com/blogs/jerusalem-babylon/.premium-1.636067
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Niemöller
… To paraphrase Pastor Martin Niemöller — First they came for the Jews, then they came for the journalists. …
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the “script” command is a Unix utility that records a terminal session
Rather interesting utility. Creates a file named “typescript”.
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aaah, PHP has a “per user” config file, and for web applications it’s not ~/php.ini
- http://www.linuxspy.com/1141/how-to-enable-custom-php-ini-for-php-fcgi/ – where I found it described, once I knew, how it’s called
- http://HOST.com/MY_PATH/info.php – has a row named “Loaded Configuration File”, and it says $HOME/public_html/cgi-bin/php.ini, if that file exists
- $ php -i # this command line also has a row named “Loaded Configuration File”, and it says $HOME/php.ini, if that file exists
- but you can let your PHP (command line) call know, which php.ini you want it to use:
- $ php -c ~/php.ini …
- and it can sit anywhere, e.g.
- $ php -c ~/a/b/c/php.ini …
This lesson cost me quite some hours of lifetime. But it’s apparently a rather common PHP approach to have $HOME/public_html/cgi-bin/php.ini – even if you don’t use $HOME/public_html/cgi-bin or $HOME/public_html for anything else.
Why I did not find that php.ini myself? Well, I had no name for it.
Why did I not ask my web-space provider’s staff? Well, I did, but the right man only was in the office another 2 days later. And it was him, who explained me that.
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TidBITS Publishing e-book (only): Take Control of Pages
- http://shop.oreilly.com/product/9781615424320.do
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pages_(word_processor)
Work effectively in Pages in OS X Yosemite, iOS 8, and iCloud!
Apple’s Pages word processor is a big, sprawling app with hundreds of features tucked away in nooks and crannies, making Michael E. Cohen’s comprehensive book an essential resources for newbies and experts alike. Those new to Pages, or still getting their sea legs in the transition to Pages 5 will appreciate Michael’s guide to finding familiar tools, formatting text, and iCloud Drive quirks. And everyone will benefit from the book’s discussion of advanced features like snaking columns (snarky columns are left as an exercise to the reader), list styles, layout options, and collaboration tools.
Whether you need quick help with a particular feature or steel-toed documentation with which to kick Pages into shape, this book is for you.
Still running 10.9 Mavericks? Mavericks users can still find plenty of Pages help here. To find out what’s different, read What about Mavericks?.
The book offers plenty of help with word processing:
- For everyday word processing, you’ll find directions for working with fonts, tabs, indents, rulers, search and replace, spell checking, and more.
- For longer, more complex documents, you’ll learn how to control headers, footers, page numbers, footnotes, and section breaks. Plus you’ll find oodles of help with character styles, paragraph styles, and even list styles.
- For projects that go way beyond the norm, you’ll learn how to create your own templates, complete with master objects.
- For collaborative projects, you’ll come up to speed with the track changes and commenting features. You can also use the newfangled Share icon to collaborate with others (simultaneously) in an iCloud-based Pages document.
Layout and graphics merit attention too, in terms of:
- Turning off the usual word processing text flow so you can lay out independent objects more easily (perfect for posters!)
- Inserting text boxes, vector graphics, and all manner of media
- Styling text boxes and vector graphics with whizzy object styles (for example, you can specify a specific color and shadow)
- Being precise with smart guides and vertical rulers
- Creating a custom look with fills, shadows, opacity, and more
- Working in tables (which can act as mini spreadsheets) and creating charts
You’ll also find thoughtful directions for managing your documents:
- What happens with fonts and features when you move Pages documents between Mac, iOS, and iCloud
- Whether and how to work with Pages documents in iCloud Drive
- How to import from Pages 4 (aka Pages ’09), Word, text, and RTF
- How to export to Pages 4, Word, text, EPUB, and PDF
And lots more!
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O’Reilly Media book: OS X Yosemite: The Missing Manual
With Yosemite, Apple has unleashed the most innovative version of OS X yet—and once again, David Pogue brings his expertise and humor to the #1 bestselling Mac book. Mac OS X 10.10 includes more innovations from the iPad and adds a variety of new features throughout the operating system. This updated edition covers it all with something new on practically every page.
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Wiley: Getting a Big Data Job For Dummies
Hone your analytic talents and become part of the next big thing
Getting a Big Data Job For Dummies is the ultimate guide to landing a position in one of the fastest-growing fields in the modern economy. Learn exactly what “big data” means, why it’s so important across all industries, and how you can obtain one of the most sought-after skill sets of the decade. This book walks you through the process of identifying your ideal big data job, shaping the perfect resume, and nailing the interview, all in one easy-to-read guide.
Companies from all industries, including finance, technology, medicine, and defense, are harnessing massive amounts of data to reap a competitive advantage. The demand for big data professionals is growing every year, and experts forecast an estimated 1.9 million additional U.S. jobs in big data by 2015. Whether your niche is developing the technology, handling the data, or analyzing the results, turning your attention to a career in big data can lead to a more secure, more lucrative career path. Getting a Big Data Job For Dummies provides an overview of the big data career arc, and then shows you how to get your foot in the door with topics like:
- The education you need to succeed
- The range of big data career path options
- An overview of major big data employers
- A plan to develop your job-landing strategy
Your analytic inclinations may be your ticket to long-lasting success. In a highly competitive job market, developing your data skills can create a situation where you pick your employer rather than the other way around. If you’re ready to get in on the ground floor of the next big thing, Getting a Big Data Job For Dummies will teach you everything you need to know to get started today.