Phosari, June 14 2010

Internet Freedom

Here we have a video (not my work) that features a few internet or Youtube stars talking about net neutrality and how the big corporate interests would just love to get more control  over the internet. This is really important to me and others like me that actually create online content, not just seek to profit from the work of others.  If the corporate

interests can purchase their way into effective control over who get bandwidth, many of the content creators like myself will most likely eventually cease to exist, or pay the corporations … to use our content and profit from it as well.

From Videofreepress — June 10, 2010 — “Free Press and the Harry Potter Alliance collaborated on this video featuring a series of online celebrities and writers speaking about the importance of Net Neutrality.
Featuring John and Hank Green (the vlogbrothers); actor and blogger Wil Wheaton; bestselling author Maureen Johnson (http://www.maureenjohnsonbooks.com); Shawn Ahmed from the UnculturedProject; vloggers and musicians Kristina Horner and Luke Conard; and Adam Savage from Mythbusters.
Take action to save the Internet now”: http://www.savetheinternet.com”

Marcel Kuemmet Photography

Remember, for all your professional Business photography and Video for Television, online, or print, Marcel Kuemmet Photography can custom suit your needs within the budget you have.

Serving Green Bay, WI and the Fox River Valley  and surrounding areas.

May 30 2010

Absolute Write Water Cooler Warning; Home of Scams, Virus’s and Spyware

When I went to this forum while researching my investigation of examiner.com, I was surprised to find so many examiner.com fan boys.  Most posts about the examiner were negative, but not here.  It almost seemed that the forum was created to discredit all those complaining about being ripped off.  I guess as usual I was correct.

Absolute write water cooler is like the little dog (and it is a dog) to the left. 

They will get all your information … then damage and infect your computer.

It would also appear from the forced change to the search results that what ever virus or spyware I spent most of this morning removing from my computers had a design that will direct one’s search query to a commercial search site the only shows the corporate positive marketing that examiner.com’s CEO Rick Blair would like to see.  Line one’s pocket by any means by taking every last dollar, dime and penny from the all ready broke American public … including screwing up ones computers so they can’t even find an income to feed this corporate greet.

I even bet they are republicans … this is right up there alley, although I am surprised as most republicans don’t know a computer from a SCAR rifle  (oh, being such military experts and war mongers that never served a day serving their country, how could they know?) from the VCR that they never figured out how to set the clock on.

OK … if you do a search, and up comes Absolute write water cooler forum, AVOID Absolute write water cooler forum with a passion and run like you are being chased by an oil man armed with heating bill that you don’t owe but will have to pay anyways.

This is a warning … be afraid …. be very afraid.

Absolute Write Water Cooler forum ... very bad

Be very aware of ... your computer can get infected.  Don't even go there ... avoid it.

Is examiner.com a Fraud?

I have recently bailed on examiner.com. 
I use HTML to do my posts (that is how I get my own look).  I couldn't figure out why this upset them so much until I placed my own counter on the page (s) though the use of hidden HTML.
The results were shocking.  I couldn't figure out why I was getting so few hits when my own blog pages were getting up to 100% more and discovered that the page view numbers from examiner.com get automatically adjusted ... down.
So ... I am doing an investigative report on them, the Clarity Digital Group, and their CEO Rick Blair.

To any examiners out there I ask this?

1. Have you ever actually been paid?
2. Have you ever noticed any discrepancies in the number of page views from one day to the next?
   

One can see this as one goes from the "weekly" view to the "monthly" view.  The numbers just don't add up.
I hope I discover that I am wrong, but if I am correct, this could be my biggest story.
With my Army Ranger, and law enforcement background, I do not fear any corporate backlash ... I actually hope they do come after me as that would expedite the process and only provide me with more materials of discovery for my story as well as my case and would quickly bring the US Justice Dept and the FCC into it.

Look forward to more on this, as I am not being paid anyways, so I have nothing better to do with my time other than report on what is appearing to be just another corporate rip off of the working people.

For Sale ….Hand made 1991 Hamer Sunburst Archtop Custom

For sale: USA made 1991 Hamer Sunburst Archtop Custom electric solid body guitar, double cutaway, with Vintage Orange finish on highly-figured tiger maple bookmatched carved arched top, mahogany back and neck, Hamer sealed tuning heads, Dunlop straplock pegs, 1959 PAF – style

humbucking pickup in neck position and Jeff Beck humbucking pickup in bridge position, three position pickup selector switch, chrome hardware, rosewood or pau ferro fretboard, mother of pearl "crown" inlays, original hardshell case.

There is some fret wear on the upper position frets but the guitar is still playable in all positions. The case is not in perfect condition but it works OK and will protect the guitar. This guitar is increasing in value. Originally retailed for $2,500 in 1991. Asking price: $999. Please note that in one year this guitar will be 20 years old so it can then be listed as "vintage".  This is a great quality guitar and I will sad to see it go but I need to raise some cash for other projects.  You can click on the photos below for full screen viewing …opens in a new tab.

You can download the small version of the video (8.7MB) or the HD version too ... if you like here  ... http://keep-tube.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DL2GqOpg0wy8.

See the craigslist posting or contact the seller.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For Sale US Masters Natural Wood Custom Strat Style Guitar HD

US Masters solid-body electric guitar - Completely USA made including ALL components, Bill Lawrence pickups (2 single coil and 1 humbucking), five position pickup selector switch featuring coil tap of the humbucking pickup in "position 4", volume and tone control knobs are rubberized for easy gripping even with sweaty hands, Wilkinson tremelo system (best in its class) with friction fit whammy bar, pau ferrau extra-thick fretboard, Sperzel locking tuning heads, bolt on birdseye maple neck with sculptured heel block for easy access to the upper frets, Australian lacewood single-piece double-cutaway body, special "ultra slippery" nut material exclusive to US Masters guitars (at least at the time - don't know about now), serial  number below A225. This is one of the very earliest guitars produced by US Masters before they decided to go into mass production. This is clearly a VERY nice

professional quality guitar. Feels and looks like a custom Strat clone. There is a "ding" in the headstock but it does not affect the playability at all.

The whammy system can stand some serious "abuse" before it goes out of tune - the only thing better for that is the Floyd Rose system. The original hardshell case is included and is in very good condition. The owner is selling it to defray the cost of a professional camera. Asking $999. Made in Wisconsin!

View The craigslist posting at http://greenbay.craigslist.org/msg/1673980504.html (musical instruments).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Phosari ... Message for Examiner.com viewers and subscribers.

I am making this announcement to let my readers and viewers know that I will n

ot be reporting or posting for examiner.com. 

The stories and videos I have done in the past will remain for viewing, but I am going to be focusing on my own blogs.

I will be working on getting more bands and venues covered for The Green Bay Music Scene , getting more serious, hard hitting stories for Wisconsin Confidential and Green Bay Confidential as well as some true PHOSARI style videos in which we going to show a crew record a how to video while they actually shoot a commercial spot.  These will in essence be a “third eye perspective”.

I also plan on shooting a few of the talented photographers I know while they are working for Marcel Kuemmet Photography so that folks can see some of the gear and methods these shooters use.  

So be sure to keep an eye on my sites, or subscribe to my Itunes Podcast to get the latest the fastest.

To download the Small Size Quicktime Video (SD, 6MB) click here.

To download the the Quicktime H.264 720p High Definition version of this video ( 108MB) click here.

For Sale … 14K Princess Cut Diamond Ring w Jacket $6.999 OBO

Beautiful 14 K Gold Diamond Engagement Ring with Jacket with an additional 16 Diamonds. The official appraisal of $7.999 does not include the Jacket w the additional 16 diamonds. We are offering this for only $6,999. This is an incredible deal for a ring that will win her heart and start the rest of your life with the special one you love.

For Info, see the listing at http://greenbay.craigslist.org/jwl/1649704182.html.

To download the Standard Definition (7.4MB) version of the video below click here.

To download the High Definition (137MB) version of the video below click here.

 

Fog Still an Issue for Drivers … photos

With the lingering fog still causing headaches for NE Wisconsin Driver, it is amazing that some drivers will drive a Grey vehicle in thick fog without their lights on.  In the photo to the left, there is a Grey Pickup truck.  The photo is of the passenger side rear view mirror.   Can you find it?  In the photo below, one can see where the truck is by following the arrow.

Green Bay Hampered by Thick Fog

 Green Bay was blanketed by thick Fog causing school delays and creating a dangerous driving environment.  According to the NWS and the THE EMERGENCY EMAIL & WIRELESS NETWORK the fog will linger throughout the morning.

Get Involved …. Support Google’s Fiber Optic Network for Green Bay, WI

Internet Giant Google recently announced planning to build and test ultra high-speed broadband networks in a small number of trial

locations across the United States.  According to the announcement page, they plan to deliver Internet speeds more than 100 times faster than what most Americans have access to today with 1 gigabit per second, fiber-to-the-home connections. We plan to offer service at a competitive price to at least 50,000 and potentially up to 500,000 people. 

According to their page, “Like our WiFi network in Mountain View, the purpose of this project is to experiment and learn. Network providers are making real progress to expand and improve high-speed Internet access, but there's still more to be done. We don't think we have all the answers – but through our trial, we hope to make a meaningful contribution to the shared goal of delivering faster and better Internet for everyone”.

As we are internet based, and greatly depend on fast internet speeds to deliver our High Definition video content, we will be watching this story very closely and have more detailed reports in the future.

You can help by completing  a request for information (RFI).  This can be found at  …

“If you'd like a Google fiber optic trial in your community, complete this section of the request for information”.

Nominate your community

Examiner.com Report Thunderbird Email and The status of Green Bay Internet.

Here I take a look at the free Thunderbird email program from Mozilla.   Recently I have had some of my friends inquire on how I am able to send a photo to them within seconds of receiving the request.

In the video below, I show a simple way of sending photos over the internet using the Thunderbird email program.  It is as simple a drag and drop.

One may notice that my email has a custom skin …I.E. Pitch Dark.  I enjoy the dark look and it is supposed to save on electricity too.

I also speak of the next tech report …  an update on the status of the internet infrastructure here in  Green Bay and the Greater Brown County area.

A few years ago, I interviewed Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt.  He expressed a desire to see a Fiber Optic network built for the greater Green Bay Downtown area.  I was surprised to so much resistance to such a great idea.  The communities that did install such high speed networks have experienced a significant increase in business’s, particularly high tech business’s, move in  to take advantage of the network.  The jobs that these business’s bring to the community are not low wage retail, but medium to high skill level technology based, skilled labor positions.  A definite plus to any community struggling with the ever changing economy.

Look forward to a full report on this in the near future  … and be sure to watch the video below.

You can download a 720pHD version (Quicktime) of the video if you click here. 

Floating Cars?

Here is one …

Army Has New Parachute

After over 50 years of use, the US Army now has a new parachute system, the T11.  Although I usually jumped the maneuverable T-1B, the jumps that I did make with the T10 were an experience as there was no control, one goes where the wind takes you, and you hit like a ton of ammo cans.

With a higher load capacity of 40lbs, a greatly reduced injury rate, and a much more comfortable landing, the chute system does have a few drawbacks.  First the weight.  It is a load increase of 9 more pounds for the trooper, Ranger, or operator to "waddle" to the aircraft with.  There is also a greater lag, or deployment time with the new chute, and Army cadence's will have to be changed.  It will now be "Stand up, hook up, shuffle to the door, jump on out and count to six"" (no longer four, and eight if you are jumping from a helicopter).

The square shaped canopy is more stable and should also reduce in air collisions of the jumpers, a very dangerous situation that can be encountered during mass jumps.

I would expect the smaller units such as Ranger and SOCOM units to continue to use the T-1B or systems based on the highly maneuverable civilian 250 commando.

 

Is our cold start to the season a sign that our Planet is not warming?

 

Fall More Precipitation is expected this week.

With more Rain and possible snow in forecast for this week, one may begin to wonder if this will be another fall that is basically an immediate transition from summer to winter.  With most of our weather experts stating this has been the second coldest start of the season (in some areas of Wisconsin, the coldest)  

Fall Rain and Snow.

Although fall is a season that has a tendency to be cold, windy, and wet, we are once again experiencing record weather conditions.  In a recent posting to his Facebook page, NBC 26 Meteorologist Cameron Moreland stated "Saturday was the 8th consecutive day with highs in the 40s!! It's the earliest on record that that has happened! Records go back to the 1800s".  But what does that mean?  Conservatives who still don't believe that Global Warming is not real, would say anyone with an ounce of  common sense could see that the cold weather easily shows that this Global Warming thing is just more liberal anti business, anti corporate propaganda.

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