Description: The Internet and Computing - Key Applications Training explains what basic applications are. In the course, you will learn the different application options. Throughout the course, you will learn the usage of work processing and spreadsheets. The course will also focus the advanced skills such as the procedures for creating an excellent presentation, how to use database and collaboration. All type of applications has options like comments, screen consistency, formatting options such as making text bold, italicised, underlined etc., navigating system, and presentation features, etc. Basically, the course is conducted at five different levels: Word Processing where you will learn how to process and edit a text using options like indent, edit, page break, bulleted, deleting, etc. Spreadsheet application where you will know the use of spreadsheets and basic options such as navigation, saving a new workbook, editing formula and applying the formula, making different types of the chart like a pie chart, bar chart, graphs, etc. Presentation section teaches you the procedures for creating a stunning presentation using chart, images, and table. In the database part, you will be introduced to management procedures and the ways of working with queries and reports. Collaboration helps to know the sharing systems. In short, the purpose of the course is to provide you with an overall idea and key features of the application. Assessment: At the end of the course, you will be required to sit for an online MCQ test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately. You will instantly know whether you have been successful or not. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After completing and passing the course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. Who is this Course for? Internet and Computing - Key Applications Training is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards and CiQ. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic background. Requirements Our Internet and Computing - Key Applications Training is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Application Features Application Features FREE 01:21:00 Working with Word Processing Working with Word Processing 00:44:00 Working with Spreadsheets Working with Spreadsheets 00:49:00 Making a Presentation Making a Presentation 01:08:00 Databases Databases 00:34:00 Collaboration Collaboration 00:18:00 Mock Exam Final Exam- Internet and Computing - Key Applications Training 00:20:00 Final Exam Mock Exam- Internet and Computing - Key Applications Training 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00
This intermediate-level course will help you learn how to use multi-threading and asynchronous programming to speed up programs that are heavily bottlenecked by IO operations. The course covers core concepts such as implementing multiprocessing in Python, creating various readers and schedulers, and monitoring your coding progress.
Description: The uniquely management-focused CISSO certification promotes international security practices and recognizes the individual who manages, designs, and oversees and assesses an enterprise's information security. CISSO means higher earning potential and career advancement. Recent independent studies consistently rank CISSO as one of the highest paying and sought after IT certifications. This Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO) - Complete Video Course covers everything you need to know about becoming a Certified Information Systems Security Officer. In this course you will learn about risk management, security management, authentication, access control, security models, operations security, symmetric cryptography and hashing, asymmetric cryptography and PKI, network connections, network protocols and devices, telephony, VPNs and wireless, security architecture, software development security, database security and system development, business continuity, disaster recovery, incident management, law, and ethics, and physical security, and more. So, get this to demonstrate your information security management expertise and this course will enhance your competitive advantage. Assessment: At the end of the course, you will be required to sit for an online MCQ test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately. You will instantly know whether you have been successful or not. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After completing and passing the course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. Who is this Course for? Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO) - Complete Video Course is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards and CiQ. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic background. Requirements Our Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO) - Complete Video Course is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market. Risk Management FREE 00:58:00 Security Management 00:58:00 Authentication 01:01:00 Access Control 01:20:00 Security Models 01:01:00 Operations Security 01:10:00 Symmetric Cryptography and Hashing 01:19:00 Asymmetric Cryptography and PKI 01:31:00 Network Connections 01:28:00 Network Protocols and Devices 01:31:00 Telephony, VPNs and Wireless 01:13:00 Security Architecture 01:02:00 Software Development Security 01:05:00 Database Security and System Development 01:00:00 Malware and Software Attacks 00:17:00 Business Continuity 00:44:00 Disaster Recovery 00:53:00 Incident Management, Law, and Ethics 01:06:00 Physical 00:38:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO) - Complete Video Course 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO) - Complete Video Course 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00
Starting the journey on the 'Functional Skills IT/ICT Level 2' course unlocks a world of digital prowess, essential in today's tech-driven era. Learners will explore the essentials of system hardware, understand the nuances of operating systems, and gain crucial insights into data storage and sharing. Moreover, the curriculum extends to practical skills in setting up and configuring both PCs and mobile devices, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of modern technology. As the course progresses, students will delve into the complexities of network and internet connectivity, IT security, and efficient computer maintenance. The final stages of the course focus on specialised areas like troubleshooting, database understanding, and software development, equipping learners with the knowledge to excel in the evolving tech landscape. Learning Outcomes: Acquire comprehensive knowledge of computer usage, system hardware, and peripherals. Master skills in configuring and managing PCs and mobile devices. Develop proficiency in data storage, file management, and application software usage. Gain expertise in network connectivity, IT security, and computer maintenance. Understand database systems and acquire skills in software development and implementation. Why buy this Functional Skills IT course? Unlimited access to the course for forever Digital Certificate, Transcript, student ID all included in the price Absolutely no hidden fees Directly receive CPD accredited qualifications after course completion Receive one to one assistance on every weekday from professionals Immediately receive the PDF certificate after passing Receive the original copies of your certificate and transcript on the next working day Easily learn the skills and knowledge from the comfort of your home Certification After studying the course materials of the Functional Skills IT/ ICT Level 2 there will be a written assignment test which you can take either during or at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60. Who is this Functional Skills IT course for? Individuals seeking foundational and advanced Functional IT skills. Aspiring IT professionals aiming to broaden their technical knowledge. Students pursuing a career in the information technology sector. Employees looking to enhance their IT competencies in the workplace. Entrepreneurs need technical skills for business management. Prerequisites This Functional Skills IT/ ICT Level 2 does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.This Functional Skills IT/ ICT Level 2 was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Career path IT Support Specialist: £20,000 - £30,000 per annum Network Administrator: £25,000 - £35,000 per annum Database Manager: £30,000 - £45,000 per annum Software Developer: £25,000 - £50,000 per annum Systems Analyst: £35,000 - £55,000 per annum Cybersecurity Analyst: £30,000 - £60,000 per annum Course Curriculum Section 01: How People Use Computers The Case for Computer Literacy 00:03:00 Features Common to Every Computing Device 00:02:00 Common General-Purpose Computing Devices 00:02:00 Networks of Computing Devices 00:04:00 Remotely-Accessed Computer Systems 00:04:00 Specialized Computer Systems 00:02:00 Specialty I/O Devices 00:01:00 Section 02: System Hardware CPUs 00:03:00 Passive and Active Cooling 00:03:00 RAM and Active Memory 00:05:00 Motherboards 00:03:00 Power Supplies 00:03:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about System Hardware 00:07:00 Section 03: Device Ports and Peripherals Ports and Connectors 00:03:00 General Use I/O Devices 00:03:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about I/O, Ports and Peripherals 00:07:00 Section 04: Data Storage and Sharing Basics of Binary 00:04:00 Storage Technologies 00:04:00 Mass Storage Variation 00:03:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Data Storage and Sharing 00:07:00 Section 05: Understanding Operating Systems Operating System Functions 00:04:00 Operating System Interfaces 00:05:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Understanding OS's 00:05:00 Section 06: Setting Up and Configuring a PC Preparing the Work Area 00:02:00 Setting up a Desktop PC 00:01:00 Completing PC Setup 00:04:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Setting up and Configuring a PC 00:09:00 Section 07: Setting Up and Configuring a Mobile Device Personalizing a Tablet 00:08:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Mobile Devices Part 1 00:07:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Mobile Devices Part 2 00:07:00 Section 08: Managing Files File Management Tools 00:02:00 File Manipulation 00:06:00 Backups 00:03:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Managing Files 00:08:00 Section 09: Using and Managing Application Software Walking Survey of Applications 00:03:00 Managing Applications 00:03:00 Applications and Extensions 00:04:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Working with Applications 00:07:00 Section 10: Configuring Network and Internet Connectivity Wi-Fi Setup 00:06:00 Going High Speed 00:03:00 Setting Up and Sharing Printers 00:05:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Networks and Internet Connectivity Part 1 00:07:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Networks and Internet Connectivity Part 2 00:05:00 Section 11: IT Security Threat Mitigation Physical Security 00:05:00 Password Management 00:03:00 Clickworthy 00:03:00 Perils of Public Internet 00:02:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about IT Threat Mitigation Part 1 00:07:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about IT Threat Mitigation Part 2 00:08:00 Section 12: Computer Maintenance and Management Power Management 00:02:00 Cleaning and Maintaining Computers 00:02:00 Trash it or Stash it? 00:02:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Computer Maintenance and Management 00:11:00 Section 13: IT Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 101 00:03:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Troubleshooting Computers Part 1 00:10:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Troubleshooting Computers Part 2 00:11:00 Section 14: Understanding Databases Introduction to Databases 00:06:00 Database Details 00:06:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Databases 00:06:00 Section 15: Developing and Implementing Software Introduction to Programming 00:04:00 Programming with a PBJ Sandwich 00:08:00 AMA - Ask Me Anything about Databases 00:06:00
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Cloud architects, systems engineers, data center administrators, and cloud administrators with experience in a service provider or managed services environment. Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe how VMware Integrated OpenStack fits into the VMware SDDC and its use cases List the deployment options and how to install VMware Integrated OpenStack Describe the architecture of VMware Integrated OpenStack and its components Configure tenancy and manage user authentication Integrate the OpenStack Neutron Networking service with VMware NSX-T⢠Data Center networking platform Deploy and manage virtual machine instances Monitor VMware Integrated OpenStack with OpenStack monitoring services Design an auto-scale, multitier application using built-in automation tools Manage a VMware Integrated OpenStack control plane using Kubernetes Use the HTML5 Web UI and CLI commands to view and edit the configuration, monitor log files, and view database tables used by VMware Integrated OpenStack components This five-day course provides you with the skills to build a private cloud using VMware© Integrated OpenStack on a proven VMware SDDC. Through a combination of lecture and hands-on labs, this course builds your skills in installing, configuring, and managing VMware Integrated OpenStack. You learn how to offer IaaS and PaaS with advanced networking and security features to end users using VMware Integrated OpenStack. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives References and resources Introduction to VMware Integrated OpenStack Describe what an OpenStack is Describe the services that make up VMware Integrated OpenStack Describe what VMware Integrated OpenStack is Describe what is NFV and how does VIO fit in Understand the licensing model of VIO Understand the use cases of VMware Integrated OpenStack VMware Integrated OpenStack Deployment Understand the role of Kubernetes in the VIO control plane List the VMware Integrated OpenStack deployment models How to perform VIO high-availability deployment How to perform VIO compact installation Pre-requisites for installing VMware Integrated OpenStack How to use the HTML5 web UI / VIOCLI to check the deployment configurations and deployment running status Explain steps involved in patching VIO high availability setup VMware Integrated OpenStack Architecture List the VMs deployed after a VMware Integrated OpenStack high-availability installation Describe the overall architecture of the VIO HA setup List the VIO services running within Kubernetes pods Describe the role of each service Understand ssl certificates in VIO Keystone Authentication Understand keystone use cases and services List the features offered by keystone in VIO How to integrate keystone with LDAP List the configuration, view logs, and database tables related to keystone Glance Images Understand Glance use case and its services List the features offered by Glance in VIO Explain how to create flavors and images Describe how to set up metadata, for example SPBM storage policy List the custom resources/logs and database tables related to Glance Networking with Neutron Understand the Neutron use case and its services Integrate Neutron with NSX-T Data Center List the custom resources, logs, and database tables related to Neutron Managing Instances with Nova Understand Nova use cases and services Understand regions, availability zones, and host aggregates Understand the concept of tenant VDC Nova support for multiple vCenter instances How to deploy an instance using Nova How to resize an instance and view the console logs Configuration and logs related to Nova service Cinder Block Storage Understand Cinder use cases and services List the features offered by Cinder Adding a persistent volume to an instance Explain the Snapshot of a Cinder volume and attach it to another instance List the custom resources, log files, and database tables related to Cinder Monitoring with Ceilometer List the Telemetry use cases and services How to enable Ceilometer in VIO How to monitor the VIO environment using Ceilometer Configuration and log files related to Ceilometer service Automating with Heat Define Heat use cases templates and services Describe use cases of Heat Troubleshooting Concepts List common issues in VMware Integrated OpenStack Use troubleshooting tools Describe simple troubleshooting procedures List and explain Day-2 operations Advanced Features Describe Load Balancer as a Service (Octavia) Explain Firewall as a Service Describe Designate (DNS as a Service) Demonstrate automating scaling Describe selective vCPU pinning Explain SRIOV network redundancy support Describe network trunk services support Describe Live resize Describe hardware passthrough (GPU pass through) Describe external REST API Additional course details:Notes Delivery by TDSynex, Exit Certified and New Horizons an VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC) Nexus Humans VMware Integrated Openstack: Install, Configure, Manage [V7] training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the VMware Integrated Openstack: Install, Configure, Manage [V7] course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for System Administrator System Architect Technology Consultant Overview This course will prepare you to: start and stop SAP systems perform system configuration tasks describe the architecture of database systems explain fundamental user administration concepts create RFC destinations implement SAP notes and SAP Support Packages configure printers in SAP systems schedule and monitor background jobs In this five-day training, you will learn how to perform various administrative tasks to keep the SAP system running. This course provides you with fundamental knowledge on how to ensure a smooth operation of SAP systems running on Application Server ABAP (AS ABAP). AS ABAP is the technological foundation of SAP Business Suite as well as SAP S/4HANA systems. You will also learn the theoretical administration concepts within AS ABAP and work practically in an SAP system and on the operating system level. Course Content AS ABAP Fundamentals Starting and Stopping SAP Systems Technical System Configuration Setting profile parameters Setting up and working with operation modes Working with task lists Architecture of database systems Understanding basic database administration Fundamentals of User Administration Understanding the user administration concept Understanding the AS ABAP authorization concept RFC Communication Setting up RFC connections Software Maintenance Implementing SAP Notes and SAP Support Packages Preparing a software maintenance process Working with the Support Package Manager (SPAM) Understanding the Software Update Manager (SUM) Output Management Configuring printers Background Processing Scheduling background jobs System Monitoring and Troubleshooting Monitoring architecture Monitoring with SAP Solution Manager Additional course details: Nexus Humans ADM100 System Administration I of SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Suite training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the ADM100 System Administration I of SAP S/4HANA and SAP Business Suite course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.
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About this Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) This 4 half-day Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) course presents the principles and best practices of portfolio management in the upstream (E&P) oil and gas industry. The VILT course is equally valuable for small independents, large integrated international companies and national oil companies. The VILT course consists of presentations, case studies, illustrative practical exercises and syndicate discussions. Particular emphasis is given to pragmatic portfolio management approaches and solutions which can be implemented swiftly without recourse to major investments in planning and portfolio management software. The VILT course will draw on examples from your expert course leader's 35+ years' experience in the oil and gas industry as an explorationist, upstream vice-president and management consultant. The VILT course handout will comprise softcopy slides used in the presentation and a softcopy workbook for the exercises. Participants will gain proficiency in portfolio management techniques, understand how and why to undertake this activity and be able to apply key concepts directly in the business of their teams / divisions. The VILT course will be presented over 4 half-days, using Microsoft Teams or Zoom and a proprietary set of VILT tools. Participants will be asked to complete a pre course questionnaire (PCQ) addressing their objectives and experience, and attend a session to familiarise themselves with VILT tools before course commencement. Training Objectives To present the tools, concepts and principles of portfolio management To define the quantitative metrics which are used to describe projects in a portfolio To understand the benefits of portfolio management at different stages of the upstream business: in strategy development, opportunity screening, business development, drilling prospects, conducting appraisal of discoveries and developing fields To put portfolio management in the organisational context by describing the role of the portfolio management team and examining how value assurance (quality control) is best conducted on portfolio data for projects and assets To demonstrate how portfolio management contributes to improved business performance By the end of the VILT course, participants will understand: Key concepts and principles of portfolio management How to design a simple portfolio database and describe complex projects in a small number of objective metrics How to segment the portfolio into meaningful units How to use portfolio data in making business choices and decisions at the strategic and tactical levels The extent to which it is meaningful and reasonable to make comparisons across different portfolio segments How the portfolio management team can support the wider business in decision-making Target Audience This VILT course is specially designed for exploration and development geoscientists, E&P economists and finance staff, and E&P managers. Both technical and non-technical staff will benefit from the concepts presented. Companies are encouraged to send participants from different functions and seniority levels to gain great benefits especially those which would like to implement the concepts presented in this VILT course. Course Level Basic or Foundation Training Methods The VILT course will be delivered online in 4 half-day sessions comprising 4 hours per day, with 2 breaks of 10 minutes per day. The VILT course will be presented in an interactive workshop format that allows for discussion. Course Duration: 4 half-day sessions, 4 hours per session (16 hours in total). Trainer Your expert course leader draws on more than 35 years of experience managing, reviewing and directing projects in all aspects of the exploration business: from exploration business development (new ventures), through prospect maturation and drilling, to the appraisal of discoveries. He has more than 30 years' experience with Shell International, followed by 10 years consulting to NOCs in Asia Pacific, Africa and South America and independent oil companies in the United Kingdom, continental Europe and North America. Other than delivering industry training, he has worked on projects for oil & gas companies of all sizes, including independents, national oil companies and (super)-majors, private equity firms, hedge funds and investment banks, and leading management consulting firms. He is an alumnus of Cambridge University. He has M.A and Ph.D. degrees in geology and is a Fellow of the Geological Society of London as well as a respected speaker on management panels at international conferences. Professional Experience Management consultancy & executive education: Advice to investment banks, businesses and major consulting firms. Specialist expertise in upstream oil & gas, with in depth experience in exploration strategy, portfolio valuation and risk assessment. Leadership: Managed and led teams and departments ranging from 3 - 60 in size. Provided technical leadership to a cadre of 800 explorationists in Shell worldwide. Member of the 12-person VP team leading global exploration in Shell, a $3 bln p.a. business and recognised as the most effective and successful among its industry peers. Accountability & decision-making: Accountable for bottom-line results: in a range of successful exploration ventures with budgets ranging from $10's million to $100's million. Made, or contributed to, complex business decisions / investments, taking into account strategic, technical, commercial, organisational and political considerations. Corporate governance: Served as non-executive director on the Boards of the South Rub al Khali Company (oversight of gas exploration studies and drilling in Saudi Arabia) and SEAPOS B.V. (exploration deep-water drilling and facilities management). Technical & operations: Skilled in exploration opportunity evaluation, the technical de risking of prospects, portfolio analysis and managing the interface between exploration and well engineering activities. Unparalleled knowledge of the oil and gas basins of the world, and of different operating regimes and contractual structures, ranging from Alaska, Gulf of Mexico and Brazil, through to the Middle East, former Soviet Union, Far East and Australia. Safety: Following an unsatisfactory audit, became accountable for safety performance in Shell's exploration new ventures. Through personal advocacy and leadership of a small team, delivered pragmatic and effective HSE systems, tools and staff training / engagement and a dramatically improved safety record. R&D: Experience in the 3 key roles in R&D: scientific researcher, research manager, and 'customer' for R&D products. After re-defining Shell's exploration R&D strategy, led the re-structuring of the R&D organization, its interface with 'the business' and approaches to deployment and commercialization. Strategy: Accomplished at formulating competitive strategies in business, R&D and technology deployment, translating them into actionable tactics and results. Defined the exploration strategy of PDO (a Shell subsidiary in Oman) and latterly of Shell's global exploration programme. Professional education, behavioural/motivational coaching: Experienced in organisational re-design, change management, leadership education and talent development. Commercial skills: Personally negotiated drilling compensation claims, educational contracts and E&P contracts, with values of $5 million to $100+ million. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information about post training coaching support and fees applicable for this. Accreditions And Affliations
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