Carter transferred to the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta,

  Carter transferred to the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, 

Windows Mail Will STOP Working on December 31, 2024 ~~~ you will get a stripped outlook ?

 a stripped outlook instead

Brother MFC-L2770DW got scan to email capability ?

 One person says Yes

wintoys vs powertoys

 wintoys vs powertoys

g-ai

Wintoys

An all-in-one solution that offers quick access to settings and curated tweaks to improve system performance. Wintoys features include: 

System cleaning to remove unnecessary files and temporary internet files 

Performance boosting 

Registry repair 

Application management 

Security and privacy 

Microsoft PowerToys

A freeware set of system utilities that can help users be more productive. PowerToys features include: 

Managing application windows 

Renaming files in bulk 

Previewing file contents 

PowerToys Run, a quick launcher for power users 

Adding or changing features to maximize productivity 

Adding more customization 

Wintoys

Wintoys 

airprint bulit in in IOS ?

 Yes, AirPrint is a built-in feature of iOS that allows users to print wirelessly from their Apple devices to compatible printers

- answered by Google

Wi-Fi Direct

 Wi-Fi Direct is a feature that allows a printer to connect directly to a device without the need for a network or router. This means that you can print without an internet connection or Wi-Fi password.

Quilt Covers and Inners Size guide

 SG    single    140 x 210 cm

KSG    king single    180 x 210 cm

DB    double    180 x 210 cm

QN    Queen    210 x 210 cm

KG    King (NZ)    245 x 210 cm

Is 350 gsm warm?

 GSM stands for “grams per square metre” and is one of the ways warmth is measured. Your typical winter quilt will be at least 500 GSM, while an autumn quilt will be between 300-350 GSM, and a light summer quilt will be 250 GSM or less.

sheet vs quilt vs duevt

 chatgpt answers

The terms sheet, quilt, and duvet refer to different types of bedding. Here's a breakdown of their meanings and uses:

1. Sheet

• Purpose: Sheets are thin fabric layers used to cover the mattress (fitted sheet) or as a layer between your body and the blanket/duvet (flat sheet).
• Types:
  • Fitted sheet: Has elastic edges to fit snugly over the mattress.
  • Flat sheet: Lies flat on top of the fitted sheet and can be tucked in around the bed.
• Material: Typically made of cotton, linen, or microfiber for comfort and breathability.
• Use: Provides a clean, smooth surface to sleep on and protects other bedding from body oils and sweat.

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2. Quilt

• Purpose: A quilt is a lightweight bed covering, often decorative, that consists of three layers:
  • Top layer: Decorative fabric, sometimes with intricate patterns.
  • Middle layer: A thin layer of batting (cotton, wool, or synthetic material).
  • Bottom layer: Plain fabric backing.
• Design: Quilts are often stitched together in patterns to hold the layers in place.
• Use: Provides warmth but is typically less bulky than a duvet. It's often used in warmer climates or as a decorative layer.

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3. Duvet

• Purpose: A duvet is a thick, fluffy blanket filled with down, feathers, wool, or synthetic fibers. It’s designed to provide warmth and is typically used in colder climates.
• Cover: Duvets are encased in removable duvet covers, which can be washed separately.
• Difference from Quilt:
  • Duvets are usually fluffier and warmer.
  • Quilts don’t require a cover but aren’t as warm as duvets.
• Use: Replaces both a flat sheet and blankets in many modern bedding setups for simplicity.

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Summary of Use Cases:

Bedding Type	Warmth Level	Best For	Key Feature
Sheet	None	All climates	Base layer for comfort and cleanliness.
Quilt	Light	Warm/mild climates or decorative purposes	Flat, stitched layers; thinner than a duvet.
Duvet	High	Cold climates	Thick and fluffy, with a washable cover.

 

Microsoft Safety Scanner Download

yes, it is still active

why i can't find amazon appstore in my microsoft store

 The Amazon Appstore is no longer available for download from the Microsoft Store on Windows 11 devices after March 6, 2024. Microsoft is ending support for the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) on March 5, 2025, which is essential for running Android apps on Windows 11

that's why amazon appstore greyed out in my microsoft store get

Sideloading apps on the Google Play Games Emulator ~~~~~~

 a good write-up link

quote"

https://www.xda-developers.com/sideload-apps-on-google-play-games-emulator/

Allow button when the emulator asks you to enable USB debugging during the initial setup.

C:\Program Files\Google\Play Games Developer Emulator\current\emulator

inside the File Manager and choose Windows Terminal.

.\adb devices
.\adb install directory\apk_name
application will appear once you swipe up on the home screen of the Google Play Emulator. That said, there are certain restrictions when sideloading apps on the emulator. For instance, application stores like Aurora and F-Droid can’t install a single app, 
"quote "

 

Windows Subsystem for Android

interesting, but MS will disconnect it next year !

Google play games on PC developer emulator

 Google play games on PC developer emulator 

It is using hyper-v

Hyper-v is required ?

Yes, the Google Play Games on PC Developer Emulator requires Hyper-V to function. You can enable Hyper-V by:

1. Opening the Windows search box and typing "windows features"
2. Selecting Turn Windows features on or off
3. Enabling Hyper-V and Windows Hypervisor Platform
4. Restarting your computer 

You might also need to enable virtualization in your BIOS or Firmware. 

A hypervisor is a tool that uses virtualization extensions to improve the speed and performance of the emulator. Without a hypervisor, the emulator must translate machine code block by block, which can be slow. 

Other system requirements for Google Play Games on PC include: 4 CPU physical cores, 8 GB of RAM, Windows admin account, Solid state drive (SSD) with 10 GB of available storage space, and IntelⓇ UHD Graphics 630 GPU or comparable. 

DEI ?

 DEI

DEI stands for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. It’s a framework often used by organizations to promote fairness, respect, and opportunity in the workplace or broader society.

- chatgpt

data / security breaches as reported by Malwarebytes

 data / security breaches as reported by Malwarebytes

do a Malwarebytes scan

there will be a long list of breaches

Windows Recall ~~~ Windows Recall is a new AI tool built-in to Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs , I can't see that because my new dell is already outdated

 Windows Recall is a new Windows 11 feature that records everything that you do on your PC so that you can search it later

To enable Windows 11 Recall, you can:

1. Go to Settings
2. Select Privacy & security
3. Select Recall & snapshots
4. Move the toggle switch to On for the Save snapshots option 

You can also enable or disable Recall from Turn Windows features on or off. 

Recall is a feature that saves snapshots of your screen and stores them locally. You can use Recall to: Retrace your steps, Analyze snapshots with screenray, Interact with elements in the snapshot, Pause or resume snapshots, and Search for content related to your app. 

Here are some things to keep in mind about Recall: 

• Recall requires Secure Boot to be enabled to save snapshots. 
• Recall is not enabled by default. 
• You can configure the amount of storage Recall can collect. 
• You can uninstall Recall by unchecking it in Turn Windows features on or off, pressing Okay, and restarting your computer. 

Spasmodic dysphonia in Chinese is translated as 痉挛性发声障碍 (jìng luán xìng fā shēng zhàng ài).

 痉挛性 (jìng luán xìng): Spasmodic or involuntary muscle spasms.

发声 (fā shēng): Phonation or voice production.

障碍 (zhàng ài): Disorder or impairment.

Update to Network Application 8.6.9 available ~~~ Unifi

 Update to Network Application 8.6.9 available

how much is 2 trillion in billions?

 To convert **2 trillion** into billions:

1 trillion = **1,000 billion**.

So, **2 trillion = 2 × 1,000 = 2,000 billion**.

**Answer: 2 trillion is 2,000 billion.**

Mi phone redmi 12 not recognized in W10 ~~~~ it turned out the usbA-USB-C cable is not for data , its a power cable

 it is labeled as power cable, so not for data

changed to a data cable , all good, can transfer file reasonably fast

 anyway, it turned out another one old data cable still good after the test

what an election night

FILE got lost when transfer between w11 and w10 ?

 it was very slow via wifi

cancelled it

the file in transition disappeared

shiits happens

To delete a bank card from WeChat Pay, you can do the following:

 

1. Select Me
2. Select Pay and Services
3. Select Wallet
4. Select Bank Cards
5. Select the card you want to remove
6. Select the ... menu in the top right corner
7. Select Unlink at the bottom of the page 

You can also cancel your WeChat Pay account, which will unlink all linked bank cards:

1. Log in to WeChat
2. Select Me
3. Select WeChat Pay/Pay
4. Select the ... menu in the top right corner
5. Select Cancel WeChat Pay
6. Follow the instructions to cancel your account 

Deleting your WeChat account will also unlink all linked bank cards and clear all account information. Once deleted, your account information cannot be recovered

please format the following as excel table ? chatgpt vs copilot

 Chatgpt did the work straight away from data I copied from a PDF file, so I can copy the output straight to google sheets

however, copilot asked me to open my excel ... way clumsy

visio not included in office 365 E5 ?

 Not included

---

Unfortunately the visio subscription is not included in the subscription of Office, for it must be purchased separately.

what a surprise ! it used to ?

But visio in available via the portal webpage with my developer E5

Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise includes:

 Microsoft Office apps

The latest versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Access

How to enable disk encryption in Windows 11? Does Windows 11 home encrypt hard drive by default?

 All apps > Windows Tools. Right click on System Information and select Run as administrator. When the System Information window opens, on System Summary, scroll down and locate Device Encryption Support. If it's Value is Meets prerequisites, then you can enable Device Encryption on your system

if you clean install Windows 11 later this year or buy a new PC with 24H2 installed, BitLocker device encryption will be enabled by default. If you just upgrade to 24H2, Microsoft won't enable device encryption automatically. The feature could impact SSD performance on some devices.

YMCA is g--village people

 Yes

YMCA is g-- Village people

the free copilot seems more accurate than the free chatgpt

 the free copilot seems more accurate than the free chatgpt

update Unifi Network 8.3.32 to 8.5.6

 update Unifi Network 8.3.32 to 8.5.6 

Loquat fruit benefits

 

Loquats are particularly high in carotenoid antioxidants, which boost the immune system. A strong immune system is important for fighting off sickness. Early research shows that loquat fruit and leaves may help prevent cancer. Antioxidants in loquat fruit help suppress cancerous tumor growth

- src WebMD

carotenoid = 类胡萝卜素

Larimichthys crocea (大黄鱼)

 Larimichthys crocea (大黄鱼)

Day of races in Colombia

 Columbus Day, known in Colombia as "Día de la Raza", which translates to "Day of the Race" and is now formally named the Day of Ethnic and Cultural Diversity, is a celebration that takes place on the first Monday on or after October 12th

Edges Of The Desktop Are Cut Off On Display Fix ~~~ windows 11 Dell laptop ~~~ well it got something to do with the bizarre HDMI scaling

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8JOg_9YcSI&t=198s

an excellent You tube fix for my second monitor display size cut off problem

it is called HDMI scaling

I disconnect my Dell midday

then reconnected in the afternoon

ah .. shit...

the taskbar got cut off at the bottom on the second screen (an old Samsung syncmaster)

so annoying

its something called custom scaling ~~ HDMI

my dell happen to have the Intel Xe graphics command center installed

start the app and do the custom scaling, well things got back to where it was

 update: early in the morning when I start the laptop again, the external monitor appear shrank, so I started Intel graphics command center again, choose the external monitor, then the screen stretched out again, then I had to adjust the scaling again, what a start for the day

 update: I have to keep the Intel graphics command center up and running, so my 2nd screen will not swell and shrink between hibernations / sleeps

why my dell laptop feels warm in the morning after sleep mode ?

 bit disappointing

some settings not in the modern win 11 settings

some power options are still in traditional power options

run --- control

 where the device goes to Hibernate or Shutdown when lid is closed, follow these steps:

1. Go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options.
2. Select "Choose what closing the lid does" on the left panel.
3. Set the "When I close the lid" option to Sleep for both On battery and Plugged in.

on my laptop, I clicked enable hibernate appear on start menu

 

and changed a few other settings

Days Calculator: Days Between Two Dates

 https://www.timeanddate.com/date/durationresult.html?d1=24&m1=7&y1=2024&d2=5&m2=10&y2=2024&ti=on

cumin 小茴香

 cumin   小茴香

cancers related to inherited mutations tend to occur earlier in life than cancers of the same type that are not inherited.

 cancers related to inherited mutations tend to occur earlier in life than cancers of the same type that are not inherited.

how much carrots should i eat per day ?

 In reality, 100g of carrots a day, or just under one carrot (the average weight of which is 125g),

Lycopene: This is a bright red antioxidant found in many red fruits and vegetables, including red and purple carrots. Lycopene may decrease your risk of cancer and heart disease.

Red carrots provide an alternative to tomato paste as a good dietary source of lycopene 

- src internet

For an Azure VM standard backup policy, the maximum retention period for VM instant recovery snapshots is 5 days

 For an Azure VM standard backup policy, the maximum retention period for VM instant recovery snapshots is 5 days.

In Azure Network Security Groups (NSGs), the priority of a rule is determined by a number between 100 and 4096, with lower numbers indicating higher priority.

 therefor

the highest you can assign is 100

only container instances in the same region can be deployed to the corresponding VNET

 only container instances in the same region can be deployed to the corresponding VNET

To determine the minimum number of App Service plans required, we need to consider the runtime stacks of each web app. Azure App Service plans can host multiple apps as long as they share the same runtime stack and region.

 To determine the minimum number of App Service plans required, we need to consider the runtime stacks of each web app. Azure App Service plans can host multiple apps as long as they share the same runtime stack and region.

Can we assign reports reader role to resource group in Azure?

 Assigning the Report Reader built-in role to a Resource Group or VM (???) isn't possible,

What is update domain in availability set?

 An update domain is a group of resources that can be updated and rebooted if required at the same time. From time to time, patches and software updates need to be applied. Some updates require servers to be rebooted.

In an availability set , the VMs are distributed evenly across these domains. 

During a planned update, only one update domain is updated at a time, meaning the VMs in that domain will be temporarily unavailable. Therefore, the minimum number of VMs that remain available during the update is the total number of VMs minus the VMs in one update domain.

File-level restore is not supported for VMs that are configured with Azure Disk Encryption

 File-level restore is not supported for VMs that are configured with Azure Disk Encryption, 

Virtual network peering and Azure Bastion

 Azure Bastion and Virtual Network peering can be used together. When Virtual Network peering is configured, you don't have to deploy Azure Bastion in each peered VNet. This means if you have an Azure Bastion host configured in one virtual network (VNet), it can be used to connect to VMs deployed in a peered VNet without deploying an additional bastion host. For more information about VNet peering, see About virtual network peering.

Azure Bastion works with the following types of peering:

Virtual network peering: Connect virtual networks within the same Azure region.

Global virtual network peering: Connecting virtual networks across Azure regions.

sigh of relief ~~~ my Dell L5330 successfully installed Windows 11 09/2024 cumulative update

 It was a disaster for the whole last month

I had to pause windows updates

as 08/2024 update failed to install

09/2024 update installed successfully after the second attempt

and rebooted

still good

Today is a good day isn't it >

Which three resources can you assign a phone number in Teams?

 Which three resources can you assign a phone number in Teams?

There are three types of usages: User number assigned directly to a user. Service number assigned to an Auto attendant or Call queue. Service number assigned to an Audio conferencing bridge.

-src MS learn

To whom you can assign Teams subscriber and service phone numbers ?

 Copilot

In Microsoft Teams, phone numbers can be assigned to different entities based on their type:

Subscriber (User) Phone Numbers:

These are assigned to individual users in your organization. Each user can have a unique phone number for making and receiving calls1.

Service Phone Numbers:

These are assigned to services such as Audio Conferencing, Auto Attendants, or Call Queues. Service numbers have a higher concurrent call capacity compared to user numbers

Audio Conferencing bridges

When you set up Audio Conferencing for Teams meetings, you get an Audio Conferencing bridge. The bridge answers the call for users who are dialing in to the meeting using a phone. The bridge answers the caller with voice prompts from an Auto attendant, and then, depending on your settings, can play notifications, ask callers to record their name, and so on.

A conferencing bridge can contain one or more service phone numbers. A service phone number is a number assigned to a service, such as Audio Conferencing, rather than to an individual user. The phone number you set is included on the meeting invites for Teams.

Are you sure you want to update AC LR to 6.6.77.15402? ~~~ Yes

 Update AC LR?

Are you sure you want to update AC LR to 6.6.77.15402?

Yes

reveal password saved in MS Edge

 https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/save-or-forget-passwords-in-microsoft-edge-b4beecb0-f2a8-1ca0-f26f-9ec247a3f336

View saved passwords

1. Select Settings and more  > Settings .

2. Select Profiles > Passwords.

Delete saved passwords

just found out the Dell L5330 battery was made by BYD

 oh yeah

BYD

Dell L5330 battery test ~~~ after last nites google meeting horror , I started test mt Dell 5330 battery

 I powered up the NB after 8 hours charging at 8:38am

there was a crash around 11:30am

the reason unknown, docs not saved

The system has rebooted without cleanly shutting down first. This error could be caused if the system stopped responding, crashed, or lost power unexpectedly.

this happened when I put the system to sleep

I had my lunch

had my nap

now its 3:19pm, battery is 28%

its my typical usage pattern

3:29PM 25%

3:55PM 11%

ok, DONE my testing

almost 4 hours of battery working time

this verified another user's comment this model of Dell L5330 battery is not efficient

where i can see windows crash reports ~~~ w11 pro

 while testing the Dell NB battery

the laptop crashed and rebooted

that means open files not saved

then recovered

Open the Event Viewer by pressing Windows + X and selecting Event Viewer. Navigate to Windows Logs > System. Look for any critical errors or warnings around the time of the crash. These entries might provide information about the cause of the crash

- intel

it happened when I put the NB to sleep, then it rebooted

says something updated

 

I just had a google meeting, my new , fully charged Dell L5330 battery run out in just 14 minutes

 what a shame

a fully-charged Dell L5330 can only last 14 minutes in a Google meeting

I would only expect it can last 45 minutes

I was wrong

and I am paying the price

Teams Phone shared calling ~~ per aka.ms

 Microsoft Teams Phone Shared Calling allows multiple users to share a single phone number for making and receiving calls via the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). This setup is particularly useful for organizations where not every user needs a dedicated phone number

Microsoft 365 available December December 2024 ~~~~ New Zealand N region = New Zealand North

 Microsoft 365 available December December 2024  ~~~~ New Zealand N

Mainstream Azure services GA within 90 days from launch

Foundation Azure services like 

mainstream

strategic

New Zealand N region ~~ three datacenters ~~~ 3 zones ?  < 1.5 ms

latency 2 ms locally

latency to Sydney 25 ms

across Tasman 30ms

in OZ 14 ms betweem regions

Chattiness:  between layers ? 

zonal deployment (pinned)

Entra ID protection risky sign-in reports, what is the maixum days you can review in the report??

 30 days

The risky sign-ins report contains filterable data for up to the past 30 days (one month). ID Protection evaluates risk for all authentication flows, whether it's interactive or non-interactive. The Risky sign-ins report shows both interactive and non-interactive sign-ins

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/id-protection/howto-identity-protection-investigate-risk

Microsoft Entra admin center ~~ Permissions Management

 some new things, can do a 45 day trial

may not be free for developers

WIndows 11 network place cannot see windows xp as windows xp uses SMB1 ; WINDOWS 11 uses SMB2

 WIndows 11 network place cannot see windows xp as windows xp uses SMB1 ;  WINDOWS 11 uses SMB2

tighten up privacy settings on Facebook ? under settings & privacy

 click who can see what you share

The Xiaomi 12 doesn't connect to the PC by using a USB cable ~~~ here is my drama ~~~ after dropping the phone with a USB C cable connected

I dropped my Mi 12 phone with a short USB C cable connected

USB C connector got bit deformed ( it is for a philips power bank, labelled power only , I used for charging, but the phone previously asked me data mode / usb charging mode; but it stopped asking)

so I need test the Mi 12 USB C port working or not; I connected the original Mi cable, only charging, swipe down as outlined on the net, to select charging / data ; its not there

what a pain

so I tapped somewhere many times to enable developer mode , manually selected data from no data

the phone appeared on my computer screen

so I guess everything is ok, apart from the deformation on the USB C connector

-------------------------------- 

here is Mi article copy / paste here

If you're having trouble transferring data from your Xiaomi 12 Pro to your PC using a USB cable, please refer to the following methods: 
1. After connecting a smartphone to a PC, the smartphone prompts options for [No data transfer], [File transfer/Android Auto] and [Transfer photos]. Then tap on [File transfer/Android Auto];
2. Check if you are using the original USB cable since some USB cables are not capable of data transfer;
3. If you are using an unoriginal USB cable, ensure that the USB cable is in good condition and capable of data transfer;
4. If possible, check if another phone can transfer data with the same USB cable;  
5. Use a different USB port on your computer. Sometimes, the USB port may not be in good condition;
6. Temporarily disable antivirus or firewall software on your PC and try again;
7. Restart both your PC and smartphone;
8. Try connecting your smartphone to a different computer to see if the issue originated from your PC;
9. Check whether the charging port on the smartphone is clean or in good condition;
10. Turn on Developer mode at first by navigating to [Settings] >> [About phone] >> tap on [MIUI version] multiple times (usually seven times) in quick succession. Then navigate to [Settings] >> [Additional settings] >> [Developer options]. Look for the [Default USB configuration] option and change it to [File transfer].

https://www.mi.com/global/support/faq/details/KA-92283/#:~:text=Turn%20on%20Developer%20mode%20at,it%20to%20%5BFile%20transfer%5D.

Micron Storage executive ~~~~ its a util from Micron for their SSD, NVMe

 read the f .. manual

and 

the util s/w can erase the drive etc...

How do I view my posts on Instagram?

 You can see all the posts you've shared by visiting your profile.

- src instagram

caveat emptor ~~~ Latin for "Let the buyer beware".

  Latin for "Let the buyer beware".

caveat emptor

Touch support with 10 touch points

 A 10-point multi-touch screen refers to a touch screen that has the ability to recognise and respond to ten simultaneous points of contact.

- SRC inTouch

change windows 11 pagefile size ~~~ control ~~~ or settings ~~~ system ~~~ advanced system settings

I can see traditional  system properties

I can change visual effects

change virtual memory

remote

migrate Unifi controller from one PC to my new Dell ~ the touch-enabled laptop ; from version 7.x.x. to the latest version 8.3.2

I followed instructions per link below

https://www.unihosted.com/blog/how-to-migrate-your-unifi-controller-to-a-new-computer

basically

backup the old Unifi controller, and download the backup

then on the new PC ， install the latest Unifi network app, and click on the option to restore from backup

it is that easy

however, the Unifi controller webpage stuck at

 Backup restoration is in progress. Your Network application will reboot during this process.

eventually , I clicked on Refresh on the web browser, then I see the login page

I punched in the original username / password, then I can see the network devices

so this is it for now

Update UAP-AC-LR?

 Are you sure you want to update UAP-AC-LR from 6.6.65.15248 to 6.6.73.15340?

Yes

48 周年了，仿佛发生在昨天。 我们家的命 也是 上地 保佑 得来的。 我们刚离开唐山 1，2天；住在北京姑妈家。

 48 周年了，仿佛发生在昨天。 我们家的命 也是 上地 保佑 得来的。 我们刚离开唐山 1，2天；住在北京姑妈家。

JL ~~~ Imagine at the 2024 Games

 from 1996 SW

French singer-songwriter Juliette Armanet sang accompanied by Frnehc musician Sofiane Pamart on piano. 

re-enroll finger prints in RedMi 12,

 in settings

goto

fingerprints, face data and screen lock

and

do your thing

turn off game center notifications on my new Redmi

 its under settings

notifications & status

find the app , in this case, its game center

turn it off

fill out a form in adobe reader , but could not save it .... error a number .... try to print it ... could not print .... the new Firefox come to rescue ...

 the adobe reader got so many errors

I use the firefox to do some simple editing, and successfully saved it

seems fit the purpose

Copilot history ?

 not available according to this thread

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoftedge/forum/all/i-can-no-longer-find-the-chat-history-button-on/7c73428d-d9bc-48b9-9dac-a27f29a7b920

switch to personal mode