ShantanuT01/DACTYL-Pretraining huggingface dataset:
Identifying Needs & Choosing Technology To Meet Those Needs For my personal life, I need a durable yet portable laptop that can be taken nearly everywhere (i.e. a classroom, a coffee shop or another person’s home yet has the computing power to be able to handle a vast majority of present-day applications and games. The ability of the laptop to play the latest games is the most important aspect since I happen to be an avid gamer and enjoy playing an assortment of games. This means having a laptop that has a graphics card of no less than 2GB, it must have a high capacity processor to ensure an optimum level of performance for the game engine and must have 8 to 16GB of RAM to ensure smooth gameplay. Some of the specifications needed for this laptop come in the form of an Intel® Core™ i7 3630QM Processor as well as Windows 8 Pro. The reason behind this is the necessity of having a high enough capacity processor to handle an assortment of applications. Windows Pro is necessary due to the system requirements of several of today’s applications and older versions of Windows such as Windows XP (despite its continued popularity) simply cannot run the applications as I would want to. Aside from this, it would be necessary to have a 1 terabyte capacity hard drive due to the sheer amount of storage space necessary to run present-day games and applications. While it may be true that a smaller hard drive would be better, the fact is that I have a lot of files from school that I would need to store and, as such, a large hard drive would be preferable. The following are the specifications that my laptop would need:   * Intel® Core™ i7 3630QM Processor   * DDR3 1600 MHz SDRAM, 4 x SO-DIMM socket for expansion up to 32 GB SDRAM   * NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 670MX with 3GB GDDR5 VRAM   * Blu-Ray DVD Combo Optical Drive   * Intel® HM77 Chipset   * All of these can be found in the ROG G75VX Gaming Laptop I am not so picky about the display; however, the performance of the laptop must be up to the parts specified for me to be satisfied with it. While a desktop would be the best choice when it comes to sheer computing power and storage capacity, the fact remains that it is far too bulky and cumbersome to be able to bring it from one location to another. With a laptop, its portability enables me to easily take it with me and be able to use it in class which I cannot do with a desktop. Given the hardware and software needs of present-day games and applications, the parts I chose for my laptop will enable me to easily run these applications. It should also be noted that when choosing these parts I have taken into consideration the possibility of product obsolescence. The fact is that it is far easier to sell a laptop later on and use the money from the proceeds of the sale to get a new one as compared to selling off a desktop. Since technology keeps on improving at a rapid pace, it is important to be able to easily sell off your computer setup and get a new one, later on, to be able to run the latest applications.
Brand name: Glumetza. Initially, it is administered at 500mg daily with meals and later adjusted to 1000mg, 500mg XR, or 1000mg XR. It acts by suppressing gluconeogenesis in the liver and reducing glucose absorption in the small intestines, reducing insulin resistance. Common side effects: bloating, lactic acidosis, nausea, gastrointestinal upset, loss of weight, and deficiency of vitamin B12. Furthermore, the initiation of metformin is associated with the development of hemolytic anemia (Miller & Fortun, 2018). It should be cautiously administered in pregnant and alcoholic patients. In conditions such as renal insufficiency, there is reduced medication clearance, thus leading to toxicity. To reduce side effects related to the gastrointestinal system during the first treatment, metformin should be taken with meals. Once treatment has been initiated with metformin, it should not be discontinued unless the patient develops contraindication (Miller & Fortun, 2018). For individuals with renal failure, myocardial infarction, diabetic ketoacidosis, and heart failure, metformin should not be initiated or stopped if the patient develops these conditions while undergoing treatment. Metformin should not be administered to patients with glomerular filtration rates (GFR) of thirty or below. Patients with a glomerular filtration rate of forty-five or more can safely use metformin (Miller & Fortun, 2018). Therefore, patients with GFR lower than forty-five on this medication should be closely monitored. Additionally, the patients’ prescriber should assess the risk and the merits of the continued drug therapy for patients with GFR lower than forty-five. It is essential to monitor the kidney function of the patients. It is considered first-line therapy in addition to lifestyle modification. Upon initiation of insulin therapy, metformin should also be started for metabolic benefits. Classified into:   * Basal: agents in this group are neutral protamine Hagedorn (NPH) with an onset of 2-4 hours and act for ten to about sixteen hours. It reaches its peak at 4-10 hours. It causes an increased risk of nocturnal hypoglycemia (Gupta, 2022). Another group is glargine, detemir, and degludec, which have an onset of one to four and act up to twenty-four hours. They have a reduced ris
There is a great number of peoples in the world. Being settled in different regions of our planet, they adapted to existing conditions, having created their own lifestyle. Due to the diversity of landscapes and conditions which are peculiar to our planet, it is very difficult to find identical lifestyles. That is why cultures are also different. In the process of development, different folks established their own rules and traditions which suited the best existing environment. Peculiarities of these processes are the main factor which distinguishes one folk from another. That is why it is always interesting to get new information about different regions of our world and the peculiarities of the culture of people who live there. This interest could be proved by the fact the there is a great number of different definitions of the term culture. Every science has its own definition of this term. However, one of the most generals is the definition that culture is “the full range of learned human behavior patterns” (ONeil, 2006, para 1.). Being rather universal, this statement, however, is close to the truth. Culture of people develops under the influence of the environment. It serves as a teacher, who says what skills and approaches to develop in order to survive and become prosperous. Taking it into account, it is possible to say that such main aspects of our life as clothes, behavior, and food are determined by the peculiarities of culture. Moreover, even the character of a person is said to be influenced by this phenomenon. Tastes and preferences of a man are formed under the strong influence of the culture of his parents, that is why, it is no wonder that Italians loves pasta, while Chinese people prefer tofu. Besides, food preferences and habits are one of the main aspects of culture. The movie A Bite of China is devoted to the description of the peculiarities of Chinese traditions. The plot of the film centers around different food preferences which exist in this giant and overpopulated country. Beginning with the description of the process of preparing tofu in one region, it then focuses on other ways of preparing the same dish which exists in other regions. Underlining the great importance of tofu as the main product in the ration of Chinese people, the movie shows peculiarities of its consuming and appreciation all over this huge country. Pointing out the differences, which exist within the country, the movie shows how culture is influenced by the place where people live. The film also touches traditional Chinese vine and soy sauce, describing the process of their concoction. The movie ends with the image of a pickled cabbage, which is one of the main dishes for people who live in Siberia (ChinaHDTV001, 2014). Having watched this video, it is possible to come to certain conclusions. It becomes obvious, that not only every country but even each region within the country, has its own
Recall and Closure Benitez claims that a recall is tantamount to closing down the company. However, avoiding this recall is not a risk worth taking. The claims made by Benitez are only meant to protect the firm. The administrator is not concerned about what the company offers to the public. On the contrary, his worries are more about the money. A cost-benefit analysis of the program will ensure that the company gets more revenue from the sale of the juice. However, it may affect the health of consumers. It is important to note that cost-benefit analysis will not help the company maximize its profits. As explained in the case study, the company is still making losses even after a change in the management team. The money made from the sale can only sustain a portion of its activities. It will be better if the recall was made and the company shut down to allow time to improve its services. The Apple Juice company is not of any benefit to the community. Benitez’s claims are not reasonable. Initially, the company’s name had been tarnished by the allegations that it was distributing substandard products. To regain the confidence of the consumers, the firm should shut down its operations for some time and re-open as a new entity. Avoiding the recall is not worth the risk. Instead, the management should embrace this opportunity to rebrand the entity. Without a recall, the business will continue to incur losses. The arguments made by Benitez focus on the firm’s operations. The administrator is ignoring the entity’s obligation to corporate social responsibility. In the long-run, the company will eventually be forced to close down. Violation of Public Trust A number of allegations were made by prosecutors against Dare. For example, the entity breached the trust of its consumers. It did this by failing to provide high-quality formulae for babies. Dare is supposed to protect the public from any harm that may be brought about by the consumption of the juice. However, lawyers are opposed to this. They claim that it will be acceptable if it is labeled properly. Improper labeling is one of the ways through which the company violated the trust of the people. It was not a mistake made in packaging. On the contrary, it was a scheme that was well known even by the public. Poor quality does not always mean that a given product is going to harm the public. A good example is a water, which cannot be compared to apple juice. Consumers exp
Abstract The paper begins by analysing the strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities of Nucor Corporation alongside appropriate recommendations. Thereafter, the mechanisms used by Nucor to create value besides the compensation and benefits plan have been discussed. Finally, the paper discusses cost leadership in the context of the given case study and applicability to a real workplace environment. SWOT analysis The analysis seeks to explore the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats that the company is facing may encounter in the course of its operations. Strengths The company enjoys the following strengths in the marketplace:   * Myriads of economies of scale   * Regular and rigorous establishment of latest technological platforms   * Expansion of capacity and size through strategic mergers and acquisitions   * The highly competent and able administration   * Strong CSR Program (Tree plantation   * A viable Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) that entails planting of trees.   * The current employment pay schemes are generally acceptable.   * The business organisation enjoys a low attrition rate, strong employee relation, coupled with a trained workforce.   * A rather small ratio of debt to the equity that stands at 0.18.   * The company has a significant internal sales volume of 33 per cent.   * A robust, low-cost strategy. For example, labour accounts for only about 8 per cent of the total revenue earned, fro internal and external sales. Weaknesses   * Lack of an independent research and development platform for the company.   * The quantities bought do not attract any deals in spite of the high cost of shipping.   * Over-reliance on the markets within the United States.   * High risk of operation since the company does not operate any plants outside the United States. This contributes to a weak location strategy.   * Product diversity and industry rivalry have not been aligned with the operations of the company. Opportunities   * Locating a manufacturing and sales subsidiary plant outside the United States.   * The company has the opportunity to diversify its activities beyond the US region. For example, it can engage in the automobile industry or real estate sector bearing in mind that it has past exposure in these domains.   * A broad prospect to apply the HISMELT Technology in other locations. A case in point is Australia. The latter can serve as a powerful launchpad for modern steel manufacturing technology such as the liquid iron project. The new technologies will assist in minimizing pollution setting the right stage for other manufacturing advantages for the company.   * The new technological platform will also boost the brand name and identity of the company as an innovative manufacturer besides accruing low cost of operation. Threats   * The high rate of growth in terms of imports.   * The main threat facing Nucor Corporation is the emergence of China’s steel markets across the globe. Since 2004, a number of Chinese companies have recorded positive growth in terms of production. Case example of companies that are producing even more steel than before includes Wuhan and Tangshan.   * The debt
Introduction Computer-mediated communication (CMC) is a contemporary technological tool creating a network through which professionals and other people can interact easily globally. Computer-mediated communication bridges all physical and social barriers in the society enabling people from different countries to communicate effectively within limited periods. Medical CMC began in the early 20 th century following the inception of technology and this equally happened after the emergence of industrial revolution. In the 21 st century, it became possible for people to use radio, phones, television, the internet, and other contemporary techniques of communication in information sharing.in developed countries, CMC is an advanced stage enabling medics and patients to communicate through a 24-hour Medical services. Through this, the health departments can handle emergencies to reduce the number of deaths occasioned by lack of prompt treatment. Computer mediated communication is of great importance to people especially in areas separated by physical distance. Today, medical tourism is a reality because of such techniques of medication that enable people across different cultures to share ideas and experiences about medicine. This paper intends to explain how computer mediated communication is relevant in the field of medicine. Its significance is explicit considering it approaches a population that recognizes computer advancements as a vital tool in awareness creation and treatment. Uses of CMC in the medical field Dimensions of CMC in the medical field are many including: Awareness creation When technology first emerged, it had the sole responsibility of promoting inventions. Today, technology is a supporter of innovation because it empowers people to reason creatively in generating ideas that will help the entire society in one way or the other. CMC is responsible for creating awareness in the medical field. Initially, medical experts had to organize public campaigns in order to educate people about healthy living. It took a long time for such campaigns to reach marginalized areas characterized by poor terrains. This disabled transport to some regions making it impossible for people to receive vaccines or information about a disease outbreak. Computer mediated communication enables medical practitioners to share such vital information through the internet and other virtual technologies (Mort, May, & Williams, 2003). Internet networks traverse different terrains enabling people from marginalized communities to access information and to respond promptly to the s
The Flowering Judas is a second Porter’s story that is based on a vibrantly redolent narration. The story also lies in its captivating characters such as Laura and Braggioni. The story is quite magical and mystical in nature. The author of the book employed certain aspects that are interesting in nature and this makes the story capture the minds and the hearts of the most audience. The author tried to stimulate the audience to know more about life and its characters. The use of the complexly-portrayed characters, the intense details in the story, and the stream of consciousness technique make all story to be very interesting and stimulating. The use of these great features proofs his ability to do a good job in his stories. There are provocative questions that dominate most parts of the story and these have stimulated many audiences to have a second thought on how characters such as Laura became idealistic revolutionary. The story has garnered a lot of constructive criticism and crucial praise which is very impressive to most audiences. The author has also used symbolism which is liked by many audiences. Flowering Judas has been considered the most liked and interesting anthologies due to its sophisticated symbolism which has maneuvered diverse generations of scholars. The author depicts the character of Laura as the protagonist and it is set against that of Braggioni who was the corrupt radical leader. The training that Laura underwent had faded away and it was meaningless at the moment. She felt disillusioned and incomplete hence she was not committed to revolutionary movements. She was not also dedicated to humanity even if she used to perform odd jobs that dictate the character of humanity. She used to bring cigarettes, food, and narcotics to political prisoners. Irony has been employed by the author to make the story to be more interesting to the audience. The fact that the author depicts Laura as someone who does not love Braggioni is quite interesting. She did not feel Braggioni shows her desperate complicated mind. It depicts how one disentangles psychological forces within oneself. Porter not only indicts Laura’s personality, but also indicts her world by evoking a sense of alienation, demoralization, and dreadfulness. I liked the author for his thematically and stylistically unified legendary qualities. The final scene of the story is quite interesting. The dream sequence and the fact that Laura pays a visit to Braggioni led to the tale’s thematic hub on denial, betrayal, and death. The use of stylistic devices such as flashbacks has made me liked his story. The fact that Flowering Judas’ story does not have any formal storyline has made many readers and audiences develop a lot of interest. What draws my attention t
Nowadays, it became a common practice to discuss the literary movement of Romanticism, in terms of people’s subconscious longing towards irrationality, as opposed to rationality, associated with the era of Enlightenment. However, such a suggestion is only partially valid. There can be no doubt as to the fact that Romantic writers and poets strongly opposed the ideals of the French Revolution; however, this was not due to these ideals’ rational essence, but because, during the course of the French Revolution, the conceptual inadequacy of humanistic materialism, strongly associated with the idea of “liberty, equality, and brotherhood”, became apparent to just about anyone. Therefore, the Romantic Movement in European literature of the early 19 th century can be best defined as poets and writers’ strive towards fusing their emotionalism and their ability to operate with highly abstract categories (rationalism) together. European intellectuals of the era, associated with the Romantic Movement, believed that relying on materialistic rationale alone, within a context of individual pursuing its destiny, can hardly be beneficial for such individual, simply because people are not just physical but also spiritual beings. Romanticists refused to adopt a purely materialistic outlook on one’s individuality while implying that every person is something so much more than simply the bulk of organic matter, governed by the set of animalistic instincts. They were convinced that a certain harmony could be found in how an individual interacts with objective reality. Moreover, Romanticists used to suggest that it is named such harmony that represents the foremost aesthetic value. In its turn, this explains why Romanticists continuously sought artistic inspiration by observing nature. In our paper, we will analyze motifs contained in Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s poems “Frost at Midnight” and “The Nightingale” – in order to substantiate the validity of this thesis. Even after having read a few initial lines of Coleridge’s poem, we are being left with no doubts in our mind that “Frost at Midnight” can be clearly defined as a Romantic poem, because in it, the author entitles the expressions of nature with creative individuality, which is one of most characteristic traits of European Romantic poetry: “The Frost performs its secret ministry, Unhelped by any wind. The owlet’s cry Came loud–and hark, again! loud as before” Coleridge establishes a close and personal relationship with the surrounding reality, by meditating on the subject of darkness and silence. He does not simply perceive silence as the absence of sounds, but as a concept that actively opposes noise: “so calm, that it disturbs”. The same can be said about Coleridge’s perception of darkness – he thinks of it as not just an absence of light, but as something, that actually radiates blackness. As a true Romanticist, Coleridge strives to emotionally savor every moment of his existence: “Methinks, its motion in this hush of nature Gives it dim sympathies wit