Thursday, 15 September 2011

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Dear Mr. Ajay,
 
Please find below my pointwise reply to your magics:
 
Magic # 1:
 
This is because it is for the standard output device CONSOLE.
There are other names like 'prn' and 'aux' will also not work the same since they are respectively for PRINTER and AUXILLARY devices.
 
Magic # 3:
 
This little Windows Notepad "trick" is often posted to online forums and blogs and also travels via email. When the phrase "Bush hid the facts" is typed into the Windows XP or Windows NT/2000 versions of Notepad as instructed above, the re-opened file displays an unreadable line of squares or Chinese style characters.

The first image below shows the text before closing the Notepad file. The second image shows the text as it is displayed after the file is re-opened:

Bush hid the facts before closing Bush hid the facts after re-opening

Some of the more wide-eyed conspiracy theorists postulate that this result is a form of political commentary directed against US President Bush and was knowingly and deliberately programmed into Notepad by Microsoft.

Alas, the truth is far less compelling. It appears that a lot of other character strings in the pattern 4 letters, 3 letters, 3 letters and 5 letters will give the same result. For example, the phrase "Bill fed the goats" also displays the garbled text as shown below:

Bill fed the goats before closing Bill fed the goats after re-opening

In fact, even a line of text such as "hhhh hhh hhh hhhhh" will elicit the same results.

Since I first published this article, a few readers have pointed out that some character strings that fit the "4,3,3,5" pattern do not generate the error. For example, the phrase "Bush hid the truth" is displayed normally. However, conspiracy theorists should not take this as aiding their argument. "Fred led the brats", "brad ate the trees" and other strings also escape the error.

Thus, any hint of political conspiracy fades into oblivion and is replaced by a rather mundane programming bug. It seems probable that a certain combination and/or frequency of letters in the character string cause Notepad to misinterpret the encoding of the file when it is re-opened. If the file is originally saved as "Unicode" rather than "ANSI" the text displays correctly. Older versions of Notepad such as those that came with Windows 95, 98 or ME do not include Unicode support so the error does not occur.

So, nothing weird here at all...except perhaps for the fact that someone, somewhere had nothing better to do than turn a simple software glitch into another lame conspiracy theory. Smile
 
Magic # 4:

What is =rand()?  An Urban Myth, a Bug, or an Easter Egg?

The truth is rather boring, =rand(200,99) is a function Microsoft really did included by design.  The urban myth is that =rand(200,00) is a bug with Word for Windows.  A variation of this urban myth is that Microsoft programmers left an 'Easter Egg*' in the program. 

Despite the prosaic truth that this is neither a bug nor an urban myth, you could baffling your friends by challenging them to type the phrase =rand(200,99) in their copy of Word for Windows 2003 or =rand.old(200,99) in Word 2007.

Background of =rand(200,99)

Word for Windows has a powerful built-in macro language.  To see it in action, try highlighting text, then hold down the shift key while pressing F3 (Function key 3).  Switching UPPER, lower and Proper case is an example of a more useful Word macro than =rand().

To return to =rand(200,99).  The function creates one instance of 'The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog' (different computers give different results), even if you omit any numbers inside the bracket, =rand(), moreover you can try numbers other than 200 and 99, for example =rand(2,3).  Soon you will realize that the first number refers to the paragraphs, while the second number refers to the sentences.  Who ever initiated this urban myth wanted to demonstrate the maximum numbers of sentences and paragraphs.

=rand() is a well known random function, which is handy for statistics, or simulating card games such as blackjack

Easter Eggs in programs are a topic in their own right.  Briefly, programmers often used to leave code in programs, partly to test, but mainly because most programs are geeks and games players.  Perhaps I don't know the keys to operate them, perhaps the habit really has died out, but have not seen any good Easter Eggs for about 8 years.



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Re: [www.keralites.net] ------------- M A G I C ---------------

 

Dear Mr. Ajay,
Please find below the pointwise reply to your magics:
Magic # 1:
This is because it is for the standard output device CONSOLE.
There are other names like 'prn' and 'aux' will also not work the same since they are respectively for PRINTER and AUXILLARY devices.
Magic # 3:
This little Windows Notepad "trick" is often posted to online forums and blogs and also travels via email. When the phrase "Bush hid the facts" is typed into the Windows XP or Windows NT/2000 versions of Notepad as instructed above, the re-opened file displays an unreadable line of squares or Chinese style characters.

The first image below shows the text before closing the Notepad file. The second image shows the text as it is displayed after the file is re-opened:

Bush hid the facts before closing Bush hid the facts after re-opening

Some of the more wide-eyed conspiracy theorists postulate that this result is a form of political commentary directed against US President Bush and was knowingly and deliberately programmed into Notepad by Microsoft.

Alas, the truth is far less compelling. It appears that a lot of other character strings in the pattern 4 letters, 3 letters, 3 letters and 5 letters will give the same result. For example, the phrase "Bill fed the goats" also displays the garbled text as shown below:

Bill fed the goats before closing Bill fed the goats after re-opening

In fact, even a line of text such as "hhhh hhh hhh hhhhh" will elicit the same results.

Since I first published this article, a few readers have pointed out that some character strings that fit the "4,3,3,5" pattern do not generate the error. For example, the phrase "Bush hid the truth" is displayed normally. However, conspiracy theorists should not take this as aiding their argument. "Fred led the brats", "brad ate the trees" and other strings also escape the error.

Thus, any hint of political conspiracy fades into oblivion and is replaced by a rather mundane programming bug. It seems probable that a certain combination and/or frequency of letters in the character string cause Notepad to misinterpret the encoding of the file when it is re-opened. If the file is originally saved as "Unicode" rather than "ANSI" the text displays correctly. Older versions of Notepad such as those that came with Windows 95, 98 or ME do not include Unicode support so the error does not occur.

So, nothing weird here at all...except perhaps for the fact that someone, somewhere had nothing better to do than turn a simple software glitch into another lame conspiracy theory. Smile
Magic # 4:
What is =rand()? An Urban Myth, a Bug, or an Easter Egg?

The truth is rather boring, =rand(200,99) is a function Microsoft really did included by design. The urban myth is that =rand(200,00) is a bug with Word for Windows. A variation of this urban myth is that Microsoft programmers left an 'Easter Egg*' in the program.

Despite the prosaic truth that this is neither a bug nor an urban myth, you could baffling your friends by challenging them to type the phrase =rand(200,99) in their copy of Word for Windows 2003 or =rand.old(200,99) in Word 2007.

Background of =rand(200,99)

Word for Windows has a powerful built-in macro language. To see it in action, try highlighting text, then hold down the shift key while pressing F3 (Function key 3). Switching UPPER, lower and Proper case is an example of a more useful Word macro than =rand().

To return to =rand(200,99). The function creates one instance of 'The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog' (different computers give different results), even if you omit any numbers inside the bracket, =rand(), moreover you can try numbers other than 200 and 99, for example =rand(2,3). Soon you will realize that the first number refers to the paragraphs, while the second number refers to the sentences. Who ever initiated this urban myth wanted to demonstrate the maximum numbers of sentences and paragraphs.

=rand() is a well known random function, which is handy for statistics, or simulating card games such as blackjack.

Easter Eggs in programs are a topic in their own right. Briefly, programmers often used to leave code in programs, partly to test, but mainly because most programs are geeks and games players. Perhaps I don't know the keys to operate them, perhaps the habit really has died out, but have not seen any good Easter Eggs for about 8 years.

Another Urban Myth is that Excel 1.0 had a complete version of Doom. To find it you had to go through a mind numbing sequence of keystrokes. Cynics say that Microsoft Executables are so large because they are full of this extra Easter Egg code.



On Mon, Sep 12, 2011 at 9:54 AM, Ajay Suvarna <ajay.suvarna@yahoo.com> wrote:
An Indian found that nobody can create a FOLDER anywhere on
the Computer which can be named as "CON". This is
something funny and inexplicable? At Microsoft the whole
Team, couldn't answer why this happened!
TRY IT NOW, IT WILL NOT CREATE A "CON"
FOLDER
Magic #2
Did you know that a flight number from one of the planes that hit one
of the two WTC towers on 9/11 was Q33N. In Notepad / WordPad or MS
Word, type that flight number i.e. Q33N. Increase the font size to 72.
Change the font to Wingdings. .. u will be amazed by the
findings!!!..
MAGIC #3
For those of you using Windows, do the following:
1.) Open an empty notepad file
2.) Type "Bush hid the facts" (without the
quotes)
3.) Save it as whatever you want.
4.) Close it, and re-open it?
Noticed the weird bug?
No one can explain!
MAGIC #4
Again this is something funny and can't be explained?
At Microsoft the whole Team, including Bill Gates,
couldn't answer why this happened!
It was discovered by a Brazilian. Try it out
yourself?
Open Microsoft Word and type
=rand (200, 99)
And then press ENTER
And see theresult

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[www.keralites.net] Numerology – What Your Birth Date Reveals About You!

 


Numerology  What Your Birth Date Reveals About You!

The birth date describes who we are, what we are good at and what our inborn abilities are. It also points to what we have to learn and the challenges we are facing.The birth number is only one puzzle piece in a total numerology reading. The information given here is meant as an introduction to numerology.

Due to repeated requests I have also added the double digit master numbers 11, 22 and 33. I still recommend that you get a full numerology reading to get the total meaning of these numbers in your life. I also want to point out that those who have double digits are always influenced also by the single digit meaning of number.

Figuring Out Your Birth Number

To figure out your Birth Number, add all the numbers in the birth date together like in the example until there is only one digit. The Birth Number does not prevent you from being anything you want, it will just color your choice differently.

Example:

March 20, 1950
3 + 2 + 0 + 1 + 9 + 5 + 0 = 20 = 2 + 0 = 2
2 is the Birth Number to read for the birth date in the example.

Birth Numbers

 

#1 The Originator

1's are originals. Coming up with new ideas and executing them is natural. Having things their own way is another trait that gets them labeled as being stubborn and arrogant. 1's are extremely honest and do well to learn some diplomacy skills. They like to take the initiative and are often leaders or bosses, as they like to be the best. Being self-employed is definitely helpful for them. Lesson to learn: Others' ideas might be just as good or better and to stay open minded.

Famous 1's: Tom Hanks July 9, 1956, Robert Redford Aug 18, 1937, Hulk Hogan Aug 11, 1953, Carol Burnett April 26, 1933, Wynona Judd May 30, 1964, Raquel Welch Sep 5, 1940, Della Reese July 6, 1932.

 

#2 The Peacemaker

2's are the born diplomats. They are aware of others' needs and moods and often think of others before themselves. Naturally analytical and very intuitive they don't like to be alone. Friendship and companionship is very important and can lead them to be successful in life, but on the other hand they'd rather be alone than in an uncomfortable relationship. Being naturally shy they should learn to boost their self-esteem and express themselves freely and seize the moment and not put things off.

Famous 2's: President Bill Clinton Aug 19, 1946, Madonna Aug 16, 1958, Whoopie Goldberg Nov 13, 1949, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Jan 27, 1756, Jackie Kennedy-Onassis July 28, 1929, Arlo Guthrie July 10, 1947.

 

#11/2 The Intuitive

11 is the higher expression of the number 2. 11's have the ability to intuitively tune into what's happening around them and can offer insight from a spiritual level. Extremely idealistic by nature, they are often labeled as €˜dreamers'. With their natural understanding of both the earthly and spiritual realms and a strong desire to help, others are often drawn to them when they're in need for a mediator, harmonizer or just a sympathetic ear.

Famous 11's: President Bill Clinton Aug 19, 1946, Madonna Aug 16, 1958, Whoopie Goldberg Nov 13, 1949, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Jan 27, 1756, Jackie Kennedy-Onassis July 28, 1929, Arlo Guthrie July 10, 1947.

 

#3 The Life of the Party

3's are idealists. They are very creative, social, charming, romantic, and easygoing. They start many things, but don't always see them through. They like others to be happy and go to great lengths to achieve it. They are very popular and idealistic. They should learn to see the world from a more realistic point of view.

Famous 3's: Alan Alda jan 28, 1936, Ann Landers Jyly 4, 1918, Bill Cosby Jyly 12, 1937, Tina Turner Nov 25, 1938, Melanie Griffith Aug 9, 1957, Salvador Dali May 11, 1904, Jody Foster Nov 19, 1962.

 

#4 The Conservative

4's are sensible and traditional. They like order and routine. They only act when they fully understand what they are expected to do. They like getting their hands dirty and working hard. They are attracted to the outdoors and feel an affinity with nature. They are prepared to wait and can be stubborn and persistent. They should learn to be more flexible and to be nice to themselves.

Famous 4's: Arnold Schwarzenegger Jul 30, 1947, Paul Hogan Oct 8, 1939, Oprah Winfrey Jan 29, 1954, Paul McCartney June 18, 1942, Dalai Lama July 6, 1935.

 

#22/4 The Master Builder

Like the other double digit numbers the 22 master number draws its strength from the fact that they are tuned into their spiritual side while doing the most mundane chores. The physical world is very important to them and they are very organized and efficient in carrying out their tasks. They make great leaders with a solid foundation based on the number 4 and the added dimension of the spiritual side based on the number 22. They have lots of energy and are very idealistic and come up with great new ideas.

Famous 22's: Neil Diamond Jan 24, 1941, Margaret Thatcher Oct 13, 1925

 

#5 The Nonconformist

5's are the explorers. Their natural curiosity, risk taking, and enthusiasm often lands them in hot water. They need diversity, and don't like to be stuck in a rut. The whole world is their school and they see a learning possibility in every situation. The questions never stop. They are well advised to look before they take action and make sure they have all the facts before jumping to conclusions.

Famous 5's: Charlotte Bronte April 21, 1816, Vincent Van Gogh March 30, 1853, Bette Midler Dec 1, 1945, Helen Keller June 21, 1880, Mark Hamil Sep 25, 1951, Paul Simon Nov 5, 1942.

 

#6 The Romantic

6's are idealistic and need to feel useful to be happy. A strong family connection is important to them. Their emotions influence their decisions. They have a strong urge to take care of others and to help. They are very loyal and make great teachers. They like art or music. They make loyal friends who take the friendship seriously. 6's should learn to differentiate between what they can change and what they cannot.

Famous 6's: Jane Seymour Feb 15, 1951, John Denver Dec 31, 1943, Christopher Columbus Oct 30, 1451, Goldie Hawn Nov 21, 1945, Thomas Edison Feb 11, 1847.

 

#33/6 The Compassionate

The 33's cherrish a love of beauty and balance. They feel a deep compassion for the world and have to guard against becoming a martyr as emotions overwhelm them. Also don't self-sacrifice yourself for others. You can be more helpful as a teacher by showing the way for others to follow.

Famous 33's: Albert Einstein March 14, 1879, Meryl Streep June 22, 1949, Reba McEntire March 28, 1955, Michael Jackson Aug 29, 1958.

 

#7 The Intellectual

7's are the searchers. Always probing for hidden information, they find it difficult to accept things at face value. Emotions don't sway their decisions. Questioning everything in life, they don't like to be questioned themselves. They're never off to a fast start, and their motto is slow and steady wins the race. They come across as philosophers and being very knowledgeable, and sometimes as loners. They are technically inclined and make great researchers uncovering information. They like secrets. They live in their own world and should learn what is acceptable and what not in the world at large.

Famous 7's: William Shakespeare Apr 23, 1564, Joan Baez Jan 9, 1941, Princess Diana July 1, 1961, Franz Liszt Oct 22, 1811 Winston Churchill Nov 30,1874, Ludwig van Beethoven Dec 16, 1770, Marilyn Monroe June 01,1926.

 

#8 The Big Shot

8's are the problem solvers. They are professional, blunt and to the point, have good judgment and are decisive. They have grandiose plans and like to live the good life. They are take charge people. They view people objectively. They let you know in no uncertain terms that they are the boss. They should learn to base their decisions on their own needs rather than on what others want.

Famous 8's: Edgar Cayce March 18, 1877, Barbra Streisand April 24, 1942, George Harrison Feb 25, 1943, Jane Fonda Dec 21, 1937, Lucille Ball Aug 6, 1911, Pablo Picasso Oct 25, 1881, Aretha Franklin March 25, 1942, Wayne Gretzky Jan 26, 1961.

 

#9 The Performer

9's are natural entertainers. They are very caring and generous, giving away their last dollar to help. With their charm they have no problem making friends and nobody is a stranger to them. They have so many different personalities that people around them have a hard time understanding them. They are like chameleons, ever changing and blending in. They have tremendous luck, but also can suffer from extremes in fortune and mood. To be successful they need to build a loving foundation.

Famous 9's: Albert Schweitzer Jan 14, 1875, Shirley Maclaine April 24, 1934, Harrison Ford July 13, 1942, Gloria Steinem march 25, 1934, Jimmy Carter Oct 1, 1924, Elvis Presley Jan 8, 1935, Cher May 20, 1946, Nostrodamus Dec 24, 1503.


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[www.keralites.net] A Study: Hanuman's Audit Objection

 

After completion of Lanka war, Hanumanji was enjoying his well earned annual leave with his vaanar friends. One fine day he got a voice mail on Aakashvani from CDA requesting him to send his TD claim - dues related to his tour for bringing Sanjivani Booti for Laxmanji etc for Lanka Operations before 31st March . He ignored the first voice mail.
 
But after 3 - 4 reminders in two days' time & receiving a reminder from CDA through his adjutant Angad , he had to at last go to Ayodhya cancelling his leave and submit the TA/DA claims
He submitted the TA/ DA Bill, bills of Sushen Vaidya, hospital charges incurred for Bharatji when he met with an accident during his travel, flight tickets and boarding passes of Garud airlines from Lanka to Sannjeevni mountain and back to get the Booti for Laxman , rental charges for horse to find the booti in forest, cost of Sanjeevani Booti for Laxmanji, coolie charges etc .
 
(1) Where is your Temporary Duty sanction ? Who authorised your move ? Asked the desk officer of CDA . Hanumanji didn't have any move sanction.He explained to the desk officer that seeing the emergency-grave condition of Laxman who had become unconscious,he (Hanuman) had moved on his own initiative and to save time he decided to fly to Sanjeevani mountain by air through Garud airlines. Somehow Hanumanji got the ex-post facto sanction by requesting the concerned official Bali 2 - 3 times as Bali's brother Sugreev was Hanuman's coursemate at the academy.
 
(2) Hanumanji had claimed T.A. bill for air travel .But his claim was passed only for rates applicable for hiring a horse. And all other expenses on medical,Sanjeevani Booti, consultation charge fee of Sushen Vaidya for his examining Laxman and conduct of blood and urine tests, ECG, ultra sound and X-Ray etc of Laxman bhrata were not reimbursed.
When he asked for the reasons, he was told that :-
 
(a) As per his designation, he is entitled to travel by horse only.
 
(b) He can not get refund claim for other things as he does not have the bills. And he did not have the minimum three quotations for Sanjeevani Booti.
 
Saddened by these strong audit objections , Hanumanji went to General Shri Rama and explained to him about the deduction on his claim. Hearing this, Ramji ordered the related CDA official to pass the air travel and other charges as claimed by Hanumanji. The officer came back with TR,FR and the latest TA/DA rule books published after the 6th Pay Commisssion and told Shri Ramji "Sir,these rules have been made by your father Dasharathji. If you want to overrule your father, I don't have any problems.". Pitrabhakt Ramji became speechless.
 
So he thought for another way to compensate Hanuman. He called him and gave him the claimed amount in cash from his pocket. But how could Hanuman take cash from Ramji ?
 
Hanumanji said "Sir,how can I take money from you for treating Laxmanji ? Laxmanji is as reverred to me as you are".
 
But in his heart of hearts, Hanumanji cursed himself as to why he listened to the accounts fellow, cut short his leave , completed all the formalities & put the TA/DA claim and placed Shri Ram in such an awkward position .
 
Hanumanji , a sincere soldier that he was , kept doing his work with the same sincerity and dedication which he had prior to Lanka Operation, even after this incident also.
 
Now you see, Hanuman was almost a God and he was perhaps born to serve Ram. But for us mortals, there is a different lesson and that is -
 
"Don't do anything without proper sanctions, whatever may be the urgency or importance of the job" .
 
At the most Laxmanji will die - nothing more will happen.
Remember:-
- Past  is good only for drawing lessons and nothing else.

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