Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Basic Korean Language - Lesson 2

Lesson 2 - Meeting someone for the first time (2)

Here are the very basic words when you are introducing yourself to someone.

English Form   Korean Romanization Form
I'm Sungho Lee jeo-neun isungho-imnida
Pleasure to meet/see you. bangapseumnida

When introducing name to someone in Korean the phrase is used (jeo-neun "name"-imnida)

'jeo' in the phrase means 'I' and it is followed by topic marking article 'neun'. After such it is inserted by name. The phrase 'imnida' follows right after the name which means 'am'.
Literally the phrase (jeo-neun "name"-imnida) means 'I (name) am' and it is translated to 'I am (name)'.

Sunday, November 6, 2011

Basic Korean Language - Lesson 1

I am now starting to learn Korean language and the first thing must need to know is the basic. It is essential for you to survive, it is helpful especially if you will go to Korea and if you are having a conversation with the Korean people.

In my case, since I have a Korean brother-in-law and a Korean nephew it would be easier for me having a conversation with them even just the basics. I have seen a website where I am learning the Korean Language. You can make use of their provided materials for your learning. You can click here to see for yourself. It is a very helpful site because as an initial way of learning, they are teaching first the basic Korean for survival and the accent as well.

So far here are the terms I learned for my first lesson as newbie.

Lesson 1 - Meeting someone for the fist time


As part of Korean culture, A bow is expected when you meet someone for the first time. However, in business situations, a handshake is expected as well.

You can refer to the link I've provided for the details with regards to the points of grammar as well as to the cultural insights of the terms. Furthermore, Hangul form of the words can also be found and sample conversation. I will post here my day to day progress of the terms I learn for the sake of documentation purposes and for your reference as well. You can drop me note(refer to the email add stated in my contact info) if you need help or if you have any questions.

Sunday, October 23, 2011

The 'V' 2009 TV Series

This past few days while I am looking for a must see movies and TV series in my brother-in-law's external hard disk, I have seen this TV series called 'V'. From that time on, I started watching Session 1 and until yesterday where I had already finished the full session 2. Though I have no news yet on when to release to Session 3 but I am really looking forward to it.

Description

V is an American TV series categorized under science fiction genre. The series ran from November 3, 2009 to March 15, 2011. The television series ran for 2 sessions on ABC.

V is a remake of miniseries happened in 1983 that was created by Kenneth Johnson. The new series is all about the arrival of extraterrestrial race on Earth. Aliens with technologically advanced species seems to have good intentions and comes in peace but the truth is they have wicked intentions.

The race of invading alien is called as 'Visitors'. They disguised as human where in fact they are reptilian humanoids trying to invade the Earth and the Resistance group of humans attempting to stop them.


Main Cast


Elizabeth Mitchell as Erica Evans

 Morris Chestnut as Ryan Nichols

 Joel Gretsch as Father Jack Landry

 Logan Huffman played as Tyler Evans

Laura Vandervoort played as Lisa

Morena Baccarin as Anna

Scott Wolf as Chad Decker

Lourdes Benedicto as Valerie Steven

Charles Mesure as Kyle Hobbes


Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller


Sneak Peek of 'V'

Session 1

Preview of Session 2 and a Recap of Session 1

Tips in Article Writing

Article Writing has been already a part of my daily routine task. I've been doing this for several months already. I am only writing short articles that ranges from 500-600 words. When I was only starting, it is difficult for me to come up with best ideas and what particular angle am I going to tackle to have a commendable result. Apart from thinking the suited words and ideas, the given tight deadline should be beaten as well. As my writing continues for over a month, I came up with the effective guidelines that resulted to an effective and commendable one.

Here are the list of  basic tips to an  effective article writing.

1. Know your topic first. If you do not know the topic assigned to you or it is out of your knowledge research on it.

2. Think what type of article you will be writing. There are four types of discursive writing;
-An argument article is meant to convince someone of something.
-An explanation article tells why something is the way that it is.
-A definition article clarifies the meaning of something.
-A description article provides information about the qualities or properties of something.

3. Simplify the words and use short sentences and paragraphs. By this, your reader will not be confused.

4. Content of the article must be professional.

5. Impart your personality into the article. Try to associate some of your personality into it as well.

Simple Guidelines in Writing a Good Article

In article writing it is not easy to cover up all contents and information on 500-600 words. By using this guidelines  you can include all needed contents in a complete and concise manner.

1. Know your topic to come up with the possible and complete content.

2. Write an introductory paragraph. The first paragraph of your article must be point out the specific problem or describe or tell something about the topic.

3. Write the main content. Write short paragraphs of 5 to 6 sentences in approximate. Use bullet points to read the contents easily.

4. Write the concluding paragraph. This part summarizes the content of your article. Use synonyms and don’t use the same words you used in the body.

5. Proofread your article before you submit it. If the sentences sounds strange write it again until it sounds good and flows it  well. Also try to find a better ways to write it that make a great impact to the ones who read it.

6. Submit your article if it is now good to go.

Thursday, June 30, 2011

Add Free Feedjit For Blog

I just added a feedjit in my blog to let me see whose visiting my page or blog real time . Feedjit is completely free live traffic feed where you can add it in your blog site to see whose visiting your blog from anywhere in the world. It allows you to see friends and visitors real time as they arrive and land on your blog site or website.

Click Here to get fee Feedjit. All you need to do is to sign up for an account for free. Simply add the Live Traffic Feed in your blog and you will instantly start seeing who is visiting your blog site.


Here are the features of Free Feedjit.
  • Free Live Traffic Feed
  • Live Traffic View
  • Public Stats
  • Ad Supported

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

How to Configure Profile of USB Modem

Each and every USB modem has its own profile configuration. Refer below for the list.

SmartBro Prepaid
Profile Name : SmartBro Prepaid
Select Static
APN : SmartBro
Access number : *99#
Click Save



Globe Broadband Prepaid
Profile Name : Globe Broadband Prepaid
Select Static
APN : http.globe.com.ph
Access number : *99***1#
Click Save



Sun Wireless Prepaid
Profile Name : SUN Internet
Select Static
APN : minternet
Access number : *99#
Click Save



Wi-Free - Cheap and Affordable Alternative Internet Access

I have come across this cheap and affordable internet access while surfing the internet. It just only cost me for only $7 per month for the internet access. More or less its 300 pesos per month. It is an alternative internet access to cable internet connection. Given that the price is not that expensive as compared to the postpaid or monthly internet subscription, the download speed I am receiving is satisfying enough. I can do movie streaming, audio streaming and even movie download. It is more even convenient when  accessing social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter etc.

Its been almost 7 months that I am using this alternative internet access that indeed give a convenient service with regards in providing internet access. 

Basically, internet connection is working using USB modem either Globe Tattoo or Smart Bro. The name of the alternative internet connection is Wi-Free.

Here are the installation guide on how this alternative internet connection worked in action.

1. Download the Wi-Free installer for Windows using this link.

Note: the link above is the installer applicable for Operating System that has a Windows version. However installer of Wi-Free has also an available version intended for Linux and Mac operating systems. Though I haven't tried to run the tool using Linux and Mac, I have provided the link below for the installers.

Click here the installer  for Linux.
Click here the installer for Mac.

2. Install the Wi-Free software.

3. Open Wi-Free software.


4. Click on the Menu and select Preferences in the list.


5. Select the Login tab on the Preferences window.
6. Since you need to register first in order to subscribe, click on the 'Signup for a Free Account' link. Fill out the required fields then hit the 'Sign Up' button.

7. One you have already confirmed your account registration. Go back to Wi-Free software click on Menu > Preferences > Log in Tab. Enter the created username and Password then click OK. 

8. Open the control panel of your globe tattoo or smart bro then connect it. 

Note: Globe will connect in Wi-Free even without load. On the other hand, smart bro must have at least 2 pesos load in order for Wi-Free to connect. Make sure you have configured the profile of your modem dashboard.

Globe Tattoo and Smartbro have different profile configuration. Refer to the link for the complete list.

9. Open the Wi-Free, choose the ICMP protocol then hit the Start button. Open browser then navigate to any site. This should redirect to www.wi-free.com. The reason why it is redirected to the said site because you have no full access or premium account yet.

10. To get a full or have a premium account, get your voucher code in which you have to purchase it for almost $7. You can get or purchase it through the Wi-Free website. Either way you can acquire it through authorized reseller posted in Wi-Free site. At most, you may opt to purchase it on authorized reseller if you have no credit card or Paypal.

11. Once you have already your voucher code, go back to the Wi-Free software. Click on Menu > Preferences > Login tab. Click on the 'Provide voucher code' link. Enter the voucher code then click on OK button until the voucher code is successfully registered for premium account. Notice that the Access Mode was changed from Guest to Full after such.

12. Now you are already set. Open browser then navigate to your favorite website. 

Notes to remember:
  • Protocols to be used in Wi-Free in connecting to the internet can be changed by simply clicking the STOP button then select your desired protocol. 
  • Some anti virus are not compatible in Wi-Free. If you cant connect, turn off your anti virus and try to reconnect.

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Where to find article writing jobs?

Article writing has been part of my daily routine. Apart from my full time work as an IT professional, I am doing the writing task during my free time. Usually, I am spending 1-2 hours a day writing specific topic. I started my article writing experience when I found a job posting of an Indian looking for article writer (actually an aspiring writer). During that time I am eager to find for any part time job over the internet. I tried my luck, I emailed him stating that I am willing to write given the fact that I had no experience as an article writer in the past.

For me to pass and join in the team, I made and submitted 2 test articles and luckily I made it. Particularly, I made a 500-word article depending on the given topic. With this effort, I am only receiving 1$ for every article made which is I think not worth for the effort spent.  I managed to create articles for him and due to this, my english skills have been increased dramatically.

The best thing I admire about the Indian which I can consider as my mentor, he made it to a point to let me know my mistake in my submitted article. He keenly checked my writing and sent the article back with his correction.

Its been a year and a half that I am doing article writing and while  I am doing this, I discovered so many things. One of these is the list of some websites where to find writing and editing jobs. If you are an experienced writer or a beginner, you can find below on the link of websites article writing and editing jobs with the right price.

1. oDesk - oDesk is the marketplace for online workteams, with the best business model for both employers and contractors. It has a unique approach guarantees to employers that an hour billed is an hour worked, while guaranteeing to contractors that an hour worked is an hour paid. This win-win approach attracts more work to oDesk than to any other online work marketplace. Each month, thousands of companies of all sizes post jobs on oDesk, representing more than $65,000,000. At the same time, hundreds of thousands of top-notch professionals, including web developers, software programmers, graphic designers, writers, customer service representatives and virtual assistants, offer their services through oDesk. With an average job size of $5,000, oDesk is the best place to find meaningful work and top-flight talent. More than doubling in size each year since 2004, oDesk is where companies are building their entire organizations online and is the primary source of income for thousands of contractors. oDesk is truly changing how the world works.

Click Here to learn more about the company.

2. Craiglists

The above names of websites have been proven and really works for me. Through that, I got a very good deal that really satisfies the spent effort on each article. But of course, it is expected from you since clients are paying you for the right price, they must also received and deserved the right article for the price they paid.

The very one thing I learned while doing the article writing, quality must always comes first before quantity. Do not compromise the quality of article over the quantity. Do not accept bulk of orders if you cannot deliver it on time.

There are several people I knew, this type of job really works for them. Some even make it full time, this happened especially if they have already a regular clients that needs bulk of articles for a specific topic. One thing for sure, this was attained because the delivered article is in utmost quality that makes the client  stay.

Always go for the quality first, work just comes in if the deliverable satisfy the requirements of clients.