7 ways to ensure success with an online education degree

by Mary Jackson

Attaining an online education degree has opened opportunities for many students, especially those who find paying for traditional full-time courses outside their reach. But as much as acquiring an online education degree has many benefits over traditional learning, many factors play a role in order to make it successful for online students. Because of the differences in the way that online education is disseminated and acquired, some amendments in approaching this mode of learning need be put in place to make it a success.

1. Choosing an ideal online education degree college – One of the ways to succeed is to select the right online education degree college. There are many dubious “fake colleges” out there that are only interested in selling their diplomas without providing any quality education and support to their online students. As a result, the diplomas acquired from these fake colleges may not be recognized by prospective employers who simply term then as fake degrees. To avoid this pitfall, it’s important to do background work on the college you wish to pursue. Before you enroll, check it out with relevant accrediting agencies to ensure that it is a legitimate college.

2. Analyze cost vs. benefit – Some students enroll in a distance learning program without considering the cost. Generally, the cost per credit hour is fairly expensive. However, decide whether the education will translate into better income opportunities down the road. Only after assessing the true benefits can students appreciate the rewards of obtaining an education online degree.

3. How do employers view an online education degree? – There are many instances where employers were skeptical about the legitimacy of online education degrees. With so many “diploma mills” out there, it’s warranted for employers to be cautious. Although an online education degree might be legit, it would be very helpful to the employer if you provided the type of accreditation your college has beforehand to avoid any misunderstanding. By letting the employer know in advance that your institution was accredited by an institution that is recognized by CHEA and US department of Education, you will be a step ahead in qualifying for that dream job.

4. Practice discipline, time management and be determined to succeed – During the course of learning, many students simply lack discipline and are unable to focus. This makes it difficult to keep up with their online lessons and coursework, it is thus crucial for students in pursuit of online education degree to have a great determination to succeed. It is very easy to lose focus and motivation when studying alone. Exercising good time management and keeping in constant touch with classmates would increase the morale to succeed.

5. Utilize all the facilities provided – Online courses generally provide online lectures and email correspondence to ensure a means of communication with instructors, tutors, and fellow students. Take advantage of every opportunity to utilize these resources of motivation and encouragement, as well as establish a sense of connection with the college or university.

6. Transfer credits – Students seeking an online education degree often have some credits from courses taken at other institutions of higher learning. Generally, online universities will accept some or all of the previous credits, so the courses do not have to be retaken. Therefore, it is incumbent on the student to obtain official transcripts, in order to receive credit transfers from their prospective accredited online college.

7. Make use of the educational technology – Accredited online universities offer a plethora of opportunities for doing necessary research and other facilities to ensure adequate completion of the course. Normally, the cost of virtual libraries, the programs to access online lectures, and even student online access and e-mail accounts are factored into the cost of the course. Therefore, it only makes sense to use all the technology available to make the most of the educational opportunity in achieving an online education degree.

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Pickup Artist Fashion Pt. 2

by Vin DiCarlo

(continued from part 1)

I have tried peacocking myself when I heard that other guys were doing it. I did this maybe a couple times, just to see if it worked.

When I went out I felt ridiculous and was totally incongruent with my personality.

Women pay attention to fashion and like a well-dressed man, as we all know.

When I was in my workout clothes, or was wearing something basic – like jeans and a tanktop, I noticed that some of my best pickups occurred in there.

I’d see muscled-up guys wearing revealing spandex, or super-tight shirts at the club, and women definitely did not respond well to this.

This got me thinking…maybe it’s not how much the clothes cost, or how flashy they are…

Maybe there’s something else going on.

Actually, there are two things going on, and you must manage, or balance these two things.

First, avoid seeking approval from women. You are toast, if a woman can tell you that you are trying to impress her and make her like you.

Women will see you coming a mile a way and put up their defenses if you look like you got dressed with the intention of getting their attention.

You DON’T WANT to look like a pick up artist.

It’s better to dress modestly, and not put too much thought into it.

However, you don’t want to look sloppy. You want to present yourself in the best way you can.

This comes back to self-expression.

You already have a sense of what kind of guy you are, what your “scene” is, what you think is cool.

Never change that.

Instead, develop it, with these simple tweaks.

Wear colors that suites to your skin tone and hair color. This isn’t rocket science. You can look online or go to n upscale men‘s clothing store, and ask someone about this.

Next is to make sure that your clothes are clean, wrinkle free and reasonably updated. A woman will not worry about bringing you around her friends.

Most of all, be sure that your clothes fits well, they BRING OUT YOUR MASCULINE PHYSIQUE.

Wear shirts that narrow your waist, and square your shoulders.

Wear pants that make your legs look long and thin.

Put on a shoes that make your feet look big and well-formed.

Groom yourself – nose, neck, and ear hairs. Get a decent haircut. Shave, or don’t, but figure out what looks best and take it all the way.

One other thing…

Accessories should hang off you loosely, and have the look of a small decoration that says, “yeah, I can fuck.”

Use your intuition with this one. I don’t want to say too much because that’s a whole other topic.

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Nursing Jobs

by Stanley Nguyen

How are interviews conducted?
Your recruiter is knowledgeable on the specific requirements and the length of time necessary to obtain a license in the state you have chosen to take an assignment. In some states the procedure is lengthy, so advanced planning is needed. Please refer to the resource selection on our menu for more information about state licensure and other interesting links valuable to travelers.To become a Cirrus traveler, we require a degree from an accredited program (depending on your area of expertise) in the United States or Canada. We also require a minimum of one year of clinical experience in your specialty area.

What fees am I required to pay?
There are no fees that you will incur. The only fees possible are elective insurance options that you may choose to accept beyond the comprehensive, paid insurance benefits that Cirrus Medical Staffing provides to all travelers.No. We now use a “selective admission” process. All students who have completed the prerequisites and Phase I requirements will be placed in the applicant pool for the following year’s seats. Should there be more students who meet the March 1st or December 1st deadline qualifications, then applicants will be given seats based on highest earned points described in Phase II of the admission process.

How do I become a traveler for Cirrus Medical Staffing?
To be considered for any of our openings, you will need to submit an application or resume, a skill checklist and at least two references. Once you??ve agreed to accept a position, we will then verify your credentials and send you necessary paperwork regarding required documentation prior to starting an assignment. Drug tests and criminal background investigations are performed as well (at no cost to you).The average age of a Lansing Community College nursing student is currently 28.8 years. Students range from 19 to 54 years of age. Most students are married or divorced and have children at various stages of development.

Is housing available?
The Student Life Office often posts offerings but Lansing Community College has no formal housing assistance available.Many of our students work part-time. We definitely do not recommend more than 20 hours a week. If you must work, you will needPrior to completing your assignment, you and the facility may agree that you should stay for another term, or perhaps you??ll be ready for another assignment in another exciting location. Optionally, you may choose to return home, perhaps to travel again at a later date. Regardless of your choice, your recruiter will inform you of all options before you make a decision.

Why choose Cirrus?
Cirrus travelers are highly compensated, treated fairly, have recruiters that are accessible on a 24 x 7 basis for emergencies, offer one of the most highly desirable paid insurance packages in the travel industry, and we work with each traveler on an individual basis. At Cirrus, you aren??t a number. We recognize each traveler??s contribution to our organization and we often show our appreciation by remaining flexible to our traveler??s needs. We make it easy for you.The Accelerated program requires that the applicant have a Bachelor’s degree. The degree can be in any area. All pre-requisites, including general education and NURS 200, must be completed before starting the Accelerated program. The nursing courses and subject areas are covered in 6 weeks instead of 8. The program is 14 consecutive months. Some of the coursework is online, with lab on campus and clinical hours in the Lansing and surrounding areas.

How do I enroll as an LPN articulation student?
Students who need additional advising should contact Counseling and Advising, in the Gannon Building-Suite 204, or call for additional information. Your prior course work will be evaluated and a plan of study will be developed for you.It’s always best to make preparations for an assignment as soon as possible. Your Cirrus recruiter will take you through the steps of preparation including providing valuable information regarding your destination. Each assignment may require specific ways to prepare, so you are in safe hands with our guidance.To become a Cirrus traveler, we require a degree from an accredited program (depending on your area of expertise) in the United States or Canada. We also require a minimum of one year of clinical experience in your specialty area.

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M.O.R. Vacations – Low Start Up Cost Home Business

by Troy Broussard

Low startup cost. Exceptional value product. $1000 commissions per sale. Isn’t that the ideal home based business opportunity? But how many companies really deliver on all three of these promises?

The unique approach of Mor Vacations is to offer a high quality and big ticket product to enable the big commissions, but to allow a low cost entry point via in house financing. This way you can get into the big ticket arena and pay as you go. Save some of your purchase money to roll into your marketing so that you can ensure your success.

Since it’s pre-launch MOR Vacations has introduced its lifetime membership with an unprecedented payment plan option, allowing for very low down payments and flexible monthly payments. Now combine this with the fact that you will make between $500 and $1000 on each and every sale ($250 to $500 on your first qualifying sale) and you have a low startup cost business that nets high commissions.

What is exciting about Mor Vacations is that the product has an incredible history – more than 23 years in the industry – and an exceptional value, having sold historically for more than 300% what it is currently being offered for.

Equally important in the success formula, is that the product require be a digitally deliverable product so that there is no physical inventory to deal with or shipping issues to coordinate. Combine that with a set of affiliate tools that make your life easy and daily electronic payments – wow, Mor Vacations delivers it all!

Lastly, Jon King, the President and Founder of Mor Vacations, is a technology guy. So what does that mean? It means that even in pre-launch, the processes and tools are in place for online, all electronic, fully automated systems. When you sign someone up online they are processed realtime and immediately available to view in your downline. As payment is received, you will see the status change from “New” to “Order Complete” in your backoffice and you will be able to request your commissions to be released. Notice I didn’t say “commission check” – that is because payments are made electronically as well. No more waiting for snail mail or costly FedEx deliveries. Mor options, mor choices, mor flexibility, mor value – more with Mor Vacations.

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Military Jobs

by Blady Bladt

What are some of the most exciting job titles in the National Guard medical field?
The MOSs (Military Occupational Specialty) in medicine are virtually all exciting, and all prepare you for a great career in the growing field of healthcare in civilian life. Here are just a few job titles: Nuclear Medical Science Officer. Environmental Scientist. Medevac Pilot. Clinical Psychologist. Click here for details on those jobs, and to view others as well.Military Spouse Career Center allows you to explore both private and public sector opportunities on USAJOBS and Monster. Civilian Federal job opportunities are announced through USAJOBS.

What is the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (“USERRA”)?
USERRA is a federal statute that protects servicemembers’ and veterans’ civilian employment rights. Among other things, under certain conditions, USERRA requires employers to put individuals back to work in their civilian jobs after military service. USERRA also protects servicemembers from discrimination in the workplace based on their military service or affiliation.There are several different types of military spouse employment preferences. For all, there must be a job that is vacant (jobs are not created for military spouses) and the spouse must meet all the job requirements.

What Kind Of Jobs Are Available?
It’s easy to see that the options are numerous for someone choosing a seagoing career. If you want to stay close to home there are jobs available on vessels on our inland waterways as well as in our harbors. If you like to travel the merchant service is an ideal way to see the world.The MOSs (Military Occupational Specialty) in medicine are virtually all exciting, and all prepare you for a great career in the growing field of healthcare in civilian life. Here are just a few job titles: Nuclear Medical Science Officer. Environmental Scientist. Medevac Pilot. Clinical Psychologist.

How do I write a resume?
To create a resume for civilian jobs that highlights the skills you gained in the military, use the Military Resume Writer from the Department of Defense Job Search site. For more resume writing resources, visit the Job Search Support page.USERRA is a federal statute that protects servicemembers’ and veterans’ civilian employment rights.

What are some of the most exciting job titles in the National Guard medical field?
The MOSs (Military Occupational Specialty) in medicine are virtually all exciting, and all prepare you for a great career in the growing field of healthcare in civilian life. Here are just a few job titles: Nuclear Medical Science Officer. Environmental Scientist. Medevac Pilot. Clinical Psychologist. Click here for details on those jobs, and to view others as well.If you are considering a military career, talk to a recruiter. Or better still, talk to an active military pilot to get the most current and correct information. Most flying jobs in the military require 20/20 vision and a college degree, although there are a few exceptions. All branches of the military offer some type of flying. There is usually a minimum commitment period, many as long as seven years.The MOSs (Military Occupational Specialty) in medicine are virtually all exciting, and all prepare you for a great career in the growing field of healthcare in civilian life.

Where can I access job vacancy announcements for federal positions?
ACAP On-Line provides links to a number of job search resources on the Links page. One website that would be of particular interest to you is USA Jobs, a current listing of federal job vacancies. The address is or specifically for spouses of military members is You can download a copy of the OF 612 from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) website at If you are considering a military career, talk to a recruiter. Or better still, talk to an active military pilot to get the most current and correct information.

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Never Complain About Previous Bosses

by Ada Denis

You’re at a job interview. You’re doing tremendous, answering questions left and right. You’re warm, optimistic, positive. Then they ask, “Why did you pass on your last job?”

An image of your former boss, red-faced and wild, pops your head. He was such a jolt! You urgently want to air out your foilings and tell them why you HAD to stopped, but you waffle, guessing… is honesty the easiest policy in THIS position?

There’s no better way to present yourself as a whiner than to complain about a former boss or job. Even if you left over a job because your boss was an egomaniac who taken up mention for all of your hard work, verbally abused you in presence of others, and poisoned the set on your desk, don’t say anything cheap about him/her during an interview.

If you do, the interviewer may think you have a problem with authority or can’t get along with others. After all, they don’t know you. And as an authority form, they may more easily discover with your traduced former boss than with you.

It’s better not to number on them trusting YOUR side of the tale, even if it IS the truth.

So instead of saying “My boss was an awful idiot,” prefer one of these sample responses, whichever matches your particular position best:

“My manager and I both agreed that my progression chances were small there and finding another position was the best selection for me and my career goals.” Be prepared for a attainable follow-up question such as “What ARE your career goals?”

“I required more thrilling designations.” This is a nice way of saying you were fatigued out of your mind. Set Up to follow it up by saying something about being eager to undertake challenges affiliated with the location for which you are utilizing.

“I’m expecting for an organisation that supports its people.” This could trigger the “Can you extend on that?” question, so be sure to have a response projected, such as “There weren’t many developing opportunities.”

“My career goals have changed.” This is a great answer if you are going into a new area. However, parties want people who can hit the ground passing, so be set to explain how your past experiences make you a good candidate for this new occupation.

One or all of these may be variations of the real story, so you won’t really be lying about why you left your last job. You just won’t be giving them the whole truth!

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Engineering Jobs

by Drake Wong

How do I apply to U of T?
To apply for an administrative, technical or service job at any of the three campuses, please check our online careers listing. You can apply for jobs online, except for those affiliated with CUPE 3261, which includes skilled trades and Facilities and Services positions such as caretaking, landscape technician and maintenance technician. The University does not accept unsolicited resumes, but we encourage you to register your profile with us.New tasks are not added directly. First a class must be added. Then fixed assets must be specified within the classes, and the appropriate technician must be defined. Once at least one fixed asset (or FA) has been specified, jobs can be assigned for that FA and assigned to a technician.

How do I arrange for these major repairs?
If you suspect that your piano needs major repairs, have a complete evaluation done by a qualified piano technician who specializes in rebuilding. Discuss costs versus benefits of various repair options, and whether the completed piano would meet your performance requirements. Most rebuilders will provide you with a written proposal. Expect to pay a modest fee for this service.

How does the whole computer support process work, from start to finish?
The client starts by creating a user account (or logging in) and filling out an online form that describes the computer issue and tells the technician the best time to call. The support request is posted on the job board. Technicians log in, go to the job board and review those jobs that match their skill set. From this list they can choose to view and then accept any case.New tasks are not added directly. First a class must be added. Then fixed assets must be specified within the classes, and the appropriate technician must be defined.

What is the Problem Helper for?
The Problem Helper was developed to enable the dispatcher to aid techs in the field when calling in for small problems. As these problems get solved, you can add the solutions to the system and look them up later on when the same problem occurs. This is basically a large note pad with search features. You use the system as much or as little as you like. But it is a very convenient feature for industries in which certain problems reoccur from time to time on similar jobs.The City employes over 85 full-time employees. Jobs vary in nature such as accounting specialist, secretary, wastewater technician, sanitation worker, parks maintenance, police officers and others.

Can only hospitals advertise?
The site only advertises pharmacist and technician jobs in hospital pharmacy, but will consider advertising jobs that are specifically of interest to hospital pharmacists/technicians.

Can only hospitals advertise?
The site only advertises pharmacist and technician jobs in hospital pharmacy, but will consider advertising jobs that are specifically of interest to hospital pharmacists/technicians.Some students receive job offers as they complete their Practicum rotations.

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5 Effective Tips for Search Engine Optimized/ SEO Copy Writing

by S. Reddy

To increase the traffic inflow to your website you need to have content that makes the visitor linger and persuades him to stay for a long time. When your visitors receive information that is easy and understandable a bond of faith and goodwill is developed and they will waste no time in recommending your website to the others.

It will not only enhance the chance of search engine visibility but will also improve the ranking and the other website owners will also visit the site to evaluate its popularity. How should the content be written? Here are the tips for effective writing.

The topic should be chosen with care:

The matter should be written in such a way that it should keep the reader bound and arouse his curiosity to know more. If there are fewer products then give an angle and instead of giving a detailed description about the product the content should include information about the qualities of the product. But if there are many products then the content should emphasize on the different topics and the angle should come later.

Be sure to categorize them and if necessary you can also use sub categories with the product classification in adherence to their demand. Use the apt keywords relevant to the heading and the body of the content.

The Author should be chosen carefully:

The author need not be a technical person who has full technical knowledge but is not able to explain it in simple terms. Keeping the customer in mind the author should be a person who can explain in easy language about the product or the service. He should be able to understand the customer and write accordingly. In one word the author must be creative and have a flair for writing which should be so interesting that the subscriber will want to read it. It is in the hands of the author to make or spoil the business.

Include important links that support your products

The content should have ideas which support the product or service and these ideas should also point towards the link which should be from related resources so that the consumer can get total information. It should act as a guide to help the customer take a decision and compare it with same kind of products on other website. It should also draw the attention of the other website owners which will increase your popularity.

Importance of images

Many people are not used to reading written matters online so they find it a little boring to read written matter. If pictures or graphics are added it will not only make the site attractive but will convey more information than written matter. The written matter should also be consumer friendly that is it should be written in short paragraphs with lot of points and sub points and headings. It is also a fact that images have more impact on the mind than written material.

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Identity Theft – A Major Problem

by Darren Cason

It’s a horrible feeling. When you realize that you are a victim of identity theft, your whole world turns upside down. It is as though someone has invaded your privacy – which is in fact what they have done.You are shocked. then the shock transforms itself into rage. How dare they! This is my money and I worked hard for it! The problem is that it is not that easy to get back at the thief. At best you can make the effort to fix up the disaster and put systems in place to prevent it happening again. The reality of life after identity theft.

You may not even notice the first indicators of identity theft – credit card charges that you did not make appearing on your statement, being denied credit when you don’t understand why or perhaps your regular bills fail to arrive. The safest thing you can do in this case is, as soon as you recognize a problem, act to prevent the thief from getting any further.

Request that a “fraud alert” is put on your credit reports to indicate to your creditors that there is a problem. They should then act in turn by following certain procedures if there is an application for a new account or card in your name. Be sure also to obtain (free) copies of your credit reports so you can keep track and check for indicators that your account is being accessed illegally.

Accounts that have been illegally accessed or established should be immediately closed and then you should inform the department responsible for account security or fraud, in writing, of the violation and submit any evidence that you have regarding the theft.

Inform the police and file a report with them – some creditors want proof of the crime and this is helpful. Let the Federal Trade Commission know as well – whilst it may not be of assistance to you directly, it does assist them in tracking down patterns of ID theft throughout the country.

You should begin placing safeguards around all details of your finances as soon as possible to prevent a repeat of the theft. Don’t throw out documents that include your personal details without first shredding them and NEVER offer your personal information over the phone or the internet except in the case where you are sure with whom you are dealing.

Online passwords and PINs should have watertight security – avoid the obvious passwords such as your date of birth or your social security number.

Keep all of your personal documentation in a safe place, preferably locked. Your passport and other documentation that is not often used should definitely be locked away. This level of security is even more critical if you share a house, employ home help or have tradespeople working in your home.

The last point is that you should continue to keep a watchful eye on your credit report so that you can detect any illegal activity early. Spacing out the requests for reports from the three major bureaus (1 every 4 months) allows you to be more thorough and can have a positive security effect on your credit score rating.

Will you recover from identity theft? Of course, but it won’t be the same any more. One of the major effects of identity theft is ruining of one’s trust in people. As a result you will be more cautious when dealing with people and more thorough checking your accounts. But perhaps that can be seen as a positive.

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Physical Therapy Jobs

by Page Munoz

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Are there health careers I can enter with just a bachelor’s degree?
Yes! There are several health careers that you can enter with the bachelor’s degree. These include Nursing, Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Respiratory Therapy, and Cardiovascular Health and Exercise. Information on all these programs may be obtained from the Pre-Health Professions Office.Sign up to receive our FREE e-Newsletter. You’ll receive exclusive information, special offers and career information just for ADVANCE for Audiologists. For a sample, check out our latest newsletter.

What can I do with a major in Physiology and a BS in Health Sciences degree?
The majority of graduates from the Physiology major plan to continue their studies, following completion of the BS in Health Sciences degree, in graduate school or in a professional school preparing for a career in health care (e.g., medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant, etc.). However, a wide variety of career options are open to Physiology graduates, including research, teaching, law, and business.

What kind of education will I find at the University of Puget Sound?
The University of Puget Sound provides a liberal arts education to last a lifetime. The academic program at Puget Sound is based on a core curriculum for all students and includes a wide selection of majors in the liberal arts. A complete listing of all majors is available in the University Bulletin. A Puget Sound education enables students to adapt their careers and to assume ever greater responsibilities as new opportunities arise in a changing world.For students seeking advanced training in rehabilitation research and college teaching, the College of Public Health and Health Professions offers an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Rehabilitation Science. This program is interdisciplinary in composition, and includes students with backgrounds in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Communicative Disorders as well as Rehabilitation Counseling.The majority of graduates from the Physiology major plan to continue their studies, following completion of the BS in Health Sciences degree, in graduate school or in a professional school preparing for a career in health care (e.g.

Is there a PhD program in Rehabilitation Counseling at the University of Florida?
For students seeking advanced training in rehabilitation research and college teaching, the College of Public Health and Health Professions offers an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Rehabilitation Science. This program is interdisciplinary in composition, and includes students with backgrounds in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Communicative Disorders as well as Rehabilitation Counseling.Sign up to receive our FREE e-Newsletter. You’ll receive exclusive information, special offers and career information just for ADVANCE for Audiologists. For a sample, check out our latest newsletter.Each year many students, either because of ability or their work ethic, are disappointed by an unsuccessful application to medical school.

What are Muhlenberg Dance Alumni doing?
Most dance majors go on to careers in performing, choreography, arts management, physical therapy, teaching, as well as non-dance related professions. (See alumni profiles for more information)ESF and UMU have several joint programs that ESF students can take advantage of. These are described in some detail here. In a nutshell, students accepted into UMU’s Early Assurance and Early Admissions programs can come to ESF for part or all of their their undergraduate careers. Students must apply to UMU for these programs. In addition, ESF students can participate in UMU’s 3+3 program for the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

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