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[bananababblegigglemuffin]

PEGGING LOGAN WHO HAS A PRAISE KINK⁉️

Note: WHOAAA alright oi always imagined deadpool with this but lets do it...

Summary: Just a weekend of pegging with sub Logan

KINKTOBER- DAY 1- PEGGING X Logan

Logan stood naked in the bathroom doorway. It was 1 a.m. Sunday morning, and he had just finished depilating his body from the waist down, as you had instructed him.

"Looking good, honey. Nice and smooth," you said. you motioned him towards the bed. "Lie down, Lo, so I can rev you up for our 'Nothing but naughty Weekend!'"

"Yes, my princess," Logan responded. He was on his back, with his arms spread, and pointed towards the corners of the head of the bed. You buckled a leather cuff on each wrist; these were each attached by braided leather ropes to one of the eyebolts. He thought that he was going to get an orgasm to start off the weekend, but little did he know what you had in store for him!

A little over a year ago, Logan had brought up pegging. You weren't *against* it, beyond seeing an occasional item on the web about how pegging was increasing in popularity, I just hadn't thought about it much. You didn't tell Logan "no," but you did say you wanted a little time to think about it.

Being somewhat of a geek, you started reading up on pegging. The human anal area is full of nerve endings, and of course, in men, there's the prostate. Somewhat more intriguing was what women had to say about it, regarding the inversion of the power dynamic. Many women said that being the "aggressor," the penetrator, and so on, and having their partner in a submissive position, was why they liked pegging. You decided that, yes, you'd be willing to indulge Logan, and at the same time see for myself what it was like.

So, you selected a butt plug of moderate size that would be just for him. He took care of inserting it; he sometimes wore it during regular sex. You ordered a strap-on harness that had gathered several comments from women touting its comfort and fit, Lo and you together selected a nice, black dildo, with some ridges on it. It measured 6.5" long, and 1.25" in diameter. Unbeknownst to him, you took the liberty of updating the order to a larger size: 8" long, and 1.75" in diameter. It just seemed hotter, and besides, what Logan didn't know wouldn't... worry him. you told him that when our order arrived, you wanted to open it.

"Ready to take some dick like a good boy, honey?," you asked; "Yours seems to be pretty happy right now."

"Babe, I've been ready all week, craving your touch," he answered.

you slapped his butt. "Well, then, sweet cheeks let's go!"

You stroked Jack's cock a couple of times, and told him to wait for me on the bed, face down. you wanted to "strap on" in the bathroom, so that he wouldn't have much of a chance to notice the larger size of the dildo you had ordered.

When you stepped out, you saw that he had dimmed the lights a bit. He looked at you, and you noticed him squint a bit suspiciously, but he was still smiling.

"On your knees, my sweet baby - ass up, head down!," you told him. He assumed the position.

"OK, Lo it's time to be a nice hole for me," you said, as you touched the head of the dildo to his asshole.

"Uh huh," he grunted in assent, as you very slowly began to push the dildo into him.

Logan on his knees and forearms, with his face scrunched up a bit. You, on your knees, with one hand on his hip, and the other guiding the dildo.

It was as if your pussy knew how much your were enjoying this before my brain did. you had been watching Jack's face for feedback, and you realized you were getting more and more wet as the dildo entered Logan.

You looked down. "Ahhh hon it hurts a bit i think thats enough" he pleaded. Two inches in, six to go. you grabbed both of Logan's hips, and started to thrust forward again. "I think my pretty baby is going to take it. Are you going to be a nice boy and take it, Lo?" As you watched the cock slowly disappear into your husband, you felt... something begin to build within you. Further and further you penetrated, and you realized you were literally dripping. Finally, the front of your thighs made contact with the cheeks of his ass. "Aww you got such a pretty ass for mama"

Right at that moment, you glanced over at the large mirror on our bedroom wall. Thoughts echoed in my head. Your. Dick. Is. Buried. In. His. Ass. "Oh, my god. I. AM. FUCKING. MY. HUSBAND. WITH. MY. HUGE. COCK. That "something" I felt inside was going to be an earthquake of an orgasm." you thought

You pulled out half an inch, then thrust forward again, hearing Jack grunt. "Yea my beautiful sweetheart, take it like a champ and make more of those delicious noises for me will ya" Again you did it. Again. A little more each time. Beginning to speed up. Faster. Faster.

As yout hips continuously snapped forward and back, you became conscious of the rush of blood in my ears. your grip tightened on Logan's hips as you slammed your massive cock into his ass. His grunts, sounding as though they were coming from away, had blended into one continuous moan. barely able to speak just humming to your sweet nothing and instructions. The base of the dildo was rubbing on your clit, and the heat in your pussy was beginning to spread.

you realized words were coming out of your mouth. "Logan. I'm fucking you. I'm owning you, Logan. I. Own. You. My HUGE COCK is deep in your ASS, and I'm making you MY FUCK TOY OH MY GOD I'M GOING TO COME IN YOUR ASSHOLE YOU PRETTY CHEEKY GORGEOUS BOY AND I... eeyaAAHHHhh UH UH UUUNNGGGHHHHHHHHHH..."

The strongest orgasm him and you'd ever experienced rolled through your bodies.

you didn't think you actually passed out, but you were out of it for anywhere from five to twenty minutes. you became aware that you were laying on Logan's back, with the dildo still buried in his ass. you heard his voice, asking quietly, "honey? honey, are you OK?"

"Yes, handsome," I answered, "How about you?"

"I... I think so, but I think I'm going to be walking pretty slowly for a while. Can we get that thing out of me now?"

"Sure, Lo, but let me tell you..." you moved up a little so you could put your lips practically in his ear, and you whispered, "I hope you enjoyed that, because I certainly did. We're going to be doing a LOT of that from now on."

From that point on, you took charge of your love life. Jack didn't put up much of a fight, and I definitely had a fantastic time, with more orgasms than ever before. Handcuffs, a cock cage, even a humbler became part of our "inventory." There was plenty of teasing, some denial, and some light "torture."

you occasionally had second thoughts, but you eventually worked out for myself that it wasn't about inflicting pain on Logan, nor was it about humiliating him (though a little of that happened, too). It was simply the control that you got off on.

End

Author's note: might be a bit weird, first time for this genre so bear with me, there might be typos idk, but WHEWWWW. I hope some of you find it nice :) happy reading...

[demilypyro]

About the gunpla situation: there's a store over in Ede that does gunpla, they got at least some of the more recent stuff. It's called Geeks Heaven, and they even managed to get the God Hand nippers in. If it's a bit far to travel, it looks like they got a decent web shop as well

Gghhhn it's a little far but I could probably get there with an hour or two on the train.....

[krewssleuth]

# _ this is the crime kitchen after all.

ib:: their video (i work at a criminal kitchen) content:: murder, crimes, illegal stuff, it isn't as dark n very generic soo note:: first post let's go! (btw i'm still working on a better post design) help why was this so good?! why do 2am works turn out better than when i'm fully awake. also, i need to find proper ages for them to make it make sense.

The Killer ; Painting Rainbows

- An infamous 'alien hunter' in the community. Lunar knew of her as the head honcho in dealing of illegal items. Rainbow then got in touch with Funneh and thus got hired.

- She used to work at the sandwich store until the owner was arrested. Rainbow wasn't arrested due to the government wanting to hide the truth of aliens existance. She also harvests organs which are mainly hearts but doesn't tell how she got them so as to not get anyone else in trouble for her crimes, which I find pretty sweet (Rainbow being sweet is a canon event!)

The Knockout ; Golden Glare

- A fashionable ex-model, now hired at the Sandwich Store due to her ties with Rainbow. Gold knew her from school as Rainbow was called a 'lunatic' for believing that aliens exist. She didn't mind Rainbow as she found her quite 'normal' and understanding when it's just them two.

- She bought her fame, until one day her manager threatened to expose her. The man has helped her too much and demanded a higher pay. Gold being the greedy woman she was, declined and her manager launched at her with a knife. She was able to kill him out of defence, still traumatised by her actions, yet craving for more. The ex-model served her years for manslaughter, then losing her popularity.

The Mastermind ; Funneh Cake

- A young, avaricious money launderer who continued the business out of fun. Funneh hired Lunar, slowly bonding over time. After Funneh bought the place, she had Lunar and Draco invest in the Sandwich Store. She did find it strange that Gold and Rainbow wanted to work there but didn't question it much.

- She found out about the place from rumours that the place had 'aliens'. The thing that truly caught her interest was guns; a popular illegally-bought item. Who on Earth would buy alien bodies or human hearts? Some Science geek who is unafraid to get arrested? Funneh later got in touch with Draco, a man who could cover up their tracks when needed.

The Mule ; Lunar Eclipse

- A blood-thirsty money mule who knows too much about the dark web. Lunar had searched far and wide for quick cash, for unknown reasons. She was only a few years younger than Funneh, deciding then to be her money mule.

- She started off buying illegal items off of the dark web then selling it to classmates and schoolmates, making sure to make profit. She then crossed paths with Funneh while dealing in an alleyway, until Funneh hired her. Lunar found it strange but wanted the money, and since then they have become two peas in a pod.

The Silencer ; Draconite Dragon

- A quick-witted intelligencer that will do whatever it takes to protect his co-workers. Draco met Funneh through the heads of their respective crime families. She found him useful to the team, while he found her and the group interesting. Almost like he knew them, for a long a time. As though he had talked to them every day, had shared great memories with them, lived happily with the team of five.

- Draco is often at a nearby bar or library, eavesdropping on any information that the police knows about him and the others. He would of course report back to Funneh on anything urgent, not wanting to kill off too many people but still, he makes sure to get rid of any person that could risk the group's lives. The four women were very important to him. He never knew why but will never question his heart and soul.

[ Dyaa M_'s LOG Ended. ]

[rude-bird]

Gearing up for both Geek Craft Expo and Rose City Comic Con in Portland. But I do also have a web store in the meantime where I have commissions open! Rudebirds-roost.square.site

But I’ll have multiple sizes of this jellyfish themed bag at my artist alley tables. See y’all at Geek Craft this weekend!

[corbindavenport]

Introducing Alt Text Creator

Images on web pages are supposed to have alternate text, which gives screen readers, search engines, and other tools a text description of the image. Alt text is critical for accessibility and search engine optimization (SEO), but it can also be time-consuming, which is why I am releasing Alt Text Creator!

Alt Text Creator is a new browser extension for Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome (and other browsers that can install from the Chrome Web Store) that automatically generates alt text for image using the OpenAI GPT-4 with Vision AI. You just right-click any image, select "Create Alt Text" in the context menu, and a few seconds later the result will appear in a notification. The alt text is automatically copied to your clipboard, so it doesn't interrupt your workflow with another button to click.

I've been using a prototype version of this extension for about three months (my day job is News Editor at How-To Geek), and I've been impressed by how well the GPT-4 AI model describes text. I usually don't need to tweak the result at all, except to make it more specific. If you're curious about the AI prompt and interaction, you can check out the source code. Alt Text Creator also uses the "Low Resolution" mode and saves a local cache of responses to reduce usage costs.

I found at least one other browser extension with similar functionality, but Alt Text Creator is unique for two reasons. First, it uses your own OpenAI API key that you provide. That means the initial setup is a bit more annoying, but the cost is based on usage and billed directly through OpenAI. There's no recurring subscription, and ChatGPT Plus is not required. In my own testing, creating alt text for a single image costs under $0.01. Second, the extension uses as few permissions as possible—it doesn't even have access to your current tab, just the image you select.

This is more of a niche tool than my other projects, but it's something that has made my work a bit less annoying, and it might help a few other people too. I might try to add support for other AI backends in the future, but I consider this extension feature-complete in its current state.

Download for Google Chrome

Download for Mozilla Firefox

[msbarrows]

I feel a sudden, urgent need to rant, probably because I just spent a ridiculous amount of time on simply confirming that, yes, the local Best Buy's Geek Squad is an authorized service centre for HP, and all I need to do is walk in and drop off my laptop. Like, the HP web site helped me locate any service centres near me (though it kept being convinced I was in southern Ontario, not up around Sudbury). The Best Buy web site confirmed there's a Geek Squad centre there. Their "Chat with an agent" link is a dirty filthy lie, however, as when you phone the number provided, you end up on an automated voice mail system that at no point actually gives you an option to speak to a human, and instead eventually hangs up on you after (unhelpfully) offering to text or email you links of where to go to get service via their web site.

I eventually resorted to trying the live tech support chat option, where the agent (also potentially just a bot responding to keywords) admitted that, yes, they do tech support, it's strictly walk-in no appointment needed, and that, oh yeah, personnel in-store can't be reached by phone.

JFC Best Buy at least have your damn web site or voice mail tree have information like that AVAILABLE RIGHT THERE. That was all I needed to know. I shouldn't have to jump through hoops for a quarter of an hour or more just to confirm that yeah, you do HP support, and yeah, I can just bring in and drop off my laptop.

...now I just need to get said laptop there. Brother has offered that if they're open late enough, he can drive it in after work, weather permitting. Also, if there was a non-Best Buy option, they would so be getting my business instead.

[beyondthisdarkhouse]

God, this part...

But I feel like an asteroid. I feel like the asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs. I was very, very guilty for years. I had to go to extensive therapy because I was like, “oh my god, I, Lochlan O'Neil, single-handedly destroyed fandom culture?”

She didn't she didn't she didn't. That wasn't it. She wasn't an asteroid.

She was the first skater that fell through the ice of Web 2.0.

I was also a teenager who found an amazing world, and My People, and friends I'd still talk to every day, on the internet. I spent years getting my mother to let me go to conventions and meet friends in distant cities. I started ambitious internet communities I didn't have the experience or skills to bring to fruition. I don't think there was a lot of difference between us, in a lot of ways. It's not that I was somehow smart or skilled or suave and she wasn't. She didn't have some awful planet-killing stink or velocity that she brought to the show.

The difference was this:

In 1994, when the Endless September began and the Internet felt perpetually full of stupid newbies, there were 20 million people online.

In 2001, when I got my first LiveJournal account, there were 500 million.

In 2012, when she joined Tumblr, there were 2.43 billion.

When I started out, and you joined a new messageboard or chatroom or mailing list, you had to introduce yourself to the community. Except in the biggest of websites, people expected to log onto the internet, read through all the new things that had been posted to their local bit of it, and then log off again. Older members took it upon themselves to greet the newbies and answer any questions they might have, directing them to the relevant community FAQs. People would say things like, "Oh yes, I remember you. This is only your second Thursday with us, right? I hope you have fun!"

I joined an Internet full of adults who got online through their jobs or their universities, one of the first wave of kids allowed to roam free. And the proportion of adults to kids kept steadily changing, but until DashCon, I don't think people understood how much. I remember a discussion that happened in early 2000s slash fandom, where the very true observation was made that in particular artistic ways, we had all agreed to suspend shame, which created a unique kind of space. As a community we could all admit that we were there to be embarrassingly enthusiastic in unusual ways about absolute nerd shit, and we understood that it wasn't life or death, it wasn't rocket surgery, but it also wasn't going to get broadcast onto the clouds and our bosses didn't know who we were. Everyone was (willing to act like) an adult, and we could hold the circle and create safety there.

That felt like a lot of geek spaces, then. Anime conventions, science fiction conventions, furry conventions, videogame stores, D&D meetups. Images were bulky and pixelated, video incredibly hard to move. When you got to a con, it was like a brief oasis of Weird that sheltered you and screened you from view, and you ended up volunteering because the weary, cynical, intelligent, kind people in the con ops office looked like you were throwing yourself in front of a bullet just for offering to run a clipboard down to the other end of the hotel for them.

The ice was thick enough to skate on. The circle was strong enough to let you be brave and funny and silly and free, and you could buckle down with some friends and clean all the trash out of the ballroom by 11am on Sunday, and you'd see everyone next year.

The bubble was going to burst, but nobody seemed to worry about it.

Things were changing fast for fans, all kinds of fans, in the early 2010s. Conventions that used to get news coverage like "Local Freaks Weird Out Hotel Employees: This Weekend Only" to "#Cosplay: The Hottest New Trend" and from Geocities sites that shut down if you exceeded your page visits for the month to AO3 getting 10 million pageviews a week.

It was great. We could conquer the world together. We could stay safe and together and the circle would hold.

And then the ice broke open and Lochlan fell through. Right through the bottom of that goddamn ballpit into freezing arctic sea. Right into years of people sorting through the churned ice of the wreck, taking years to come to the realization that there really had not been ANY goddamn adults in the room making sure things were okay. The community had not actually failed so much as never been formed in the first place.

Because as it turns out, group-bonding techniques that work for 100 or 1000 people do not work for 10,000. Or 100,000. Or one million. Or one billion.

That line about agreement to suspend shame sticks with me all these years after because the defining feature of post-Dashcon Tumblr has been shame. And scorn, contempt, derision, and hatred. Cringe, in short, and kys. Exactly the kind of bullshit I saw every day in junior high school, and ran to the Internet and fan conventions to get away from.

I got the kind of community and mentorship and support that have made fandom a refuge and a resource my whole life. Lochlan O'Neill didn't. Not because there was anything worse or dumber or less experienced about her.

Because a system built in the 1990s was incapable of bearing the stress of a load fifty times bigger than what was already "way too full."

Just because I'm from one generation, and she's from another.

It was not her fault.

[nayialovecat]

My friend send me this bingo for fun.

I did it.

It's my results.

I need to explain myself X"D

Has a special interest that brings me lots of joy - At the moment it's the Aztecs and spiders, and I also have some "permanent" interests, like numerology (numbers in general), horoscopes, world mythologies… I have more X"D I love reading, watching, talking and finding new curiosities on these topics.

Makes random noises for fun - Oh yes. Sometimes I don't even know why I did it. I can suddenly start parodying well-known melodies (even unrelated to the topic of conversation), makes random roar or screech. Although my husband was most amused by the time I was walking through the kitchen and suddenly started walking in a dinosaur pose singing "velociraptor, velociraptor, velo-velo-velociraptor".

Gets along well with other autistic people - I can't say yes here, 'cause people are different. I like some, some piss me off. I like the least those who behave like me and have a similar character to me.

You've been called very smart/knowledgable before - I corrected my teacher when she made a mistake sometime in the first week of elementary school. I thought my peers were morons. Adults adored me and thought I was a genius, and I just read a lot. Yes, before I started elementary school.

Has fun researching your favourite topics - This question has already been asked, only written differently. I refer you to it.

Very skilled at your hobby / special interest - I have a problem with this question, because I don't consider myself very talented. But I think I'm quite good at what I do. Rate my drawings, film analyses or novel fragments for yourself.

Enjoys the company of animals more than people - For most of my middle school and high school years I said "I'm not a human, I'm a cat." I hated people so much and wished I was a cat. Now I have friends that I like, but if I had to choose company humans outside of my friends or any animals (except a wasps), I'd choose any animals. Especially if it was some cool millipedes or snails.

Eats the same food every day - Now I try to have a balanced diet, but when I was younger, I didn't mind eating the same soup or the same cutlets with potatoes and the same salad for a week. Now I almost always make sandwiches the same way. I have a few dishes that I like and I prepare them interchangeably. I'm reluctant to try new things, unless I have a spurt to do so. Rarely.

Likes plushies and other "childish" interested - I prefer watching cartoons than "serious" movies, I like collecting figurines or plushies (but now it's called being a geek), and to this day when I buy a kinder surprise egg for my daughter in a store, I buy a second one for myself (and a third one for my husband, so he wouldn't be sad).

Clothes MUST be comfortable - YES! YES ABSOLUTELY! And my mum never understood that so much, saying: appearance is important, a girl has to suffer sometimes to be pretty. That's when I decided I didn't want to be a pretty girl and for half of my childhood I wore camouflage clothes: combat pants, T-shirts, hoodies (much to my dad's delight).

Listen to music to shut your brain up - I don't really know what this point is about, but I can't function properly without music playing in the background. If I can't listen to music, I start singing myself. My mrs boss was very quick to agree to let me listen to music at work (I sing very bad, lol X"D).

Knows a ton of random fun facts - Did you know that tomatoes and bananas are berries - but raspberries are not? Or that female bonobos do sex for food and other material benefits (prostitution is not a human domain!)? In fact, relatively few spiders make webs. My favourite jumping spiders have no cribellum at all - they jump on their prey, they are intelligent, fast and aggressive predators. Love them.

Has an eye for detail - Again, it's hard for me to judge… I think so, because I can pay attention to some detail that others miss. This is the basis of the game of Dixit between me and my friend Titatotrix. But at the same time, I miss important details when someone shows me something. But I think generally yes.

Thinks "outside of the box" - Would I play so many point and click games if I was shit at it? X'D

Very punctual (good job!) - NO! I'm totally unpunctual, my friends know that and make appointments with me for an earlier hour than with themselves X"D Then I'm on time.

NEVER punctual - Yep. That's me.

Makes up lots of stories in your head - I regret that there is no technology that transfers my thoughts to paper or Word. So many ideas are lost forever. I've gotten through a lot of tough times just by escaping into my imagination and living my characters' lives instead of my own. Some days it was survival from the moment I got out of bed to the moment I could lie in bed again and continue plotting.

Likes being alone - Yes, I like it. Sometimes when I meet people I regret that I am not at home reading a book or playing a game. But at the same time I hate being alone. In this sense I'm totally like a cat.

Over-explains everything - Again, I don't know if this is true. But I know that when I started writing and went to a literary club, I was accused of writing too boring and detailed descriptions - cuz I couldn't stand the thought that someone might imagine my character or a situation even slightly differently than I did.

Watches/listens to the same movie/series/music over and over - When it comes to music, I can loop one song and listen to it until the ears of those around me start bleeding. I often prefer to watch a movie I know and like than to risk a new one. I love going back to series I like and watching them in their entirety or just individual scenes. I could quote my favourite cartoons as a child along with the characters, including imitating their tone.

People say you look angry or sad, but you are just vibing - Well, sometimes I sit and think about something and someone at work asks me "did something happen? did you hurt? why are you mad?". I don't know why. I understand if I'm thinking of a dramatic moment in the story, but that often happens when I'm just staring into space and not thinking about anything.

Will fidget with any object within reach - My hands can't rest still, especially when there are interesting things next to them. Scribbled and holed erasers, straightened paper clips, torn papers… Now we've got big sheets for our desks at work, so I scribble on them all the time.

Talks to yourself a lot - As an adult, I've learned to talk to myself in my head, not out loud, but I still haven't mastered not using facial expressions. People often are scared of me.

Gets VERY excited when someone starts talking about your special interests - Oh yeah, if the topic turns to something I'm interested in, I have a hard time sitting still or not interrupting people. I try to control it, but… damn, they're talking about what I know, and I know more than them and I can tell them about it! Hurray!

...

And did you know that doctors said I'm not autistic? Yep. I'm not.

[pallaviicert]

Cloud Computing Tutorial for Beginners

Introduction Think of a world where you can use your files, run applications, or even write software without carrying around a high-end computer. That's cloud computing magic — a revolutionary technology that's redefining the manner in which we interact with computers and the web. Be a student, an entrepreneur, or a geek; learning cloud computing opens doors to endless possibilities. In this simple-to-get-start tutorial, we'll de-mystify what cloud computing is, how it works, the main models and services, and why it matters in today's digital age.

What is Cloud Computing? Cloud computing is the provision of computer services — including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, and intelligence — over the internet ("the cloud") to provide faster innovation, elastic resources, and economies of scale. In straightforward terms, rather than executing software or storing information on your local computer or server, you use a distant system that you access via the internet.

Key Features • On-demand self-service: Compute resources can be provisioned by end-users without human intervention. • Broad network access: Services are made available from anywhere on internet-enabled devices. • Pooling of resources: Cloud providers employ multi-tenant models to host several customers. • Rapid elasticity: Resources can be scaled up or down rapidly depending on demand. • Measured service: You only pay for what you use.

Why Cloud Computing? • Economical: No investment in costly hardware or infrastructure. • Scalable: Simply scale your resources as your needs expand or contract. • Reliable: Cloud providers offer strong disaster recovery and backup solutions. • Accessible: Work anytime, anywhere. • No maintenance: Cloud providers handle updates, security patches, and so forth.

Types of Cloud Deployment Models There are three primary deployment models in cloud computing: 1. Public Cloud • They are offered on the public internet and are used by numerous users. • Examples: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

• Suitable for: Small and medium-sized businesses, start-ups, or individuals who need instant access to assets. 2. Private Cloud • Reserved for a single organization. • Either on-premises deployed or by a third-party provider. • Provides greater control and security but is expensive. 3. Hybrid Cloud • Ties public and private clouds together for greater flexibility. • Businesses can have sensitive data on a private cloud and use public cloud for less sensitive processes.

Cloud Service Models Cloud computing services are mostly classified into three models: 1. IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) • Provides virtualized computing resources over the internet. • You control the operating system, applications, and data. • Example: AWS EC2, Google Compute Engine. Usage: Storing web site hosting, running virtual machine executions, and backup data storage.

2. PaaS (Platform as a Service) • Provides a platform to customers to write, run, and host applications without the burden of infrastructure management. • Example: Google App Engine, Heroku. Use case: Developing apps fast without worrying about the hardware or operating system. 3. SaaS (Software as a Service) • Delivers software applications over the internet on a subscription model. • Example: Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Dropbox. Use case: Having access to software like email, file storage, or CRM without installing it locally. Real-World Examples •Netflix uses AWS to provide videos to hundreds of millions of customers across the globe. •Dropbox allows users to save and share documents through cloud storage. •Salesforce offers a cloud-based CRM application to manage business relationships. •Zoom hosts its video conferencing website on the cloud with high availability. Main Cloud Providers Some of these companies own the marketplace in the cloud: •Amazon Web Services (AWS): Most used and veteran cloud platform. •Microsoft Azure: Biggest in hybrid cloud and enterprise cloud. •Google Cloud Platform (GCP): Focused on data analytics and machine learning. •IBM Cloud, Oracle Cloud, Alibaba Cloud: Other prominent ones. Everyone provides similar essential services but differing tools and cost structures.

Getting Started with Cloud Computing Follows is a step-by-step way in which you can begin to try cloud computing as a beginner: Step 1: Sign Up for a Free Tier Free tiers are provided by all the big cloud providers. For instance: • tAWS Free Tier provides EC2, S3, Lambda, etc. • tAzure Free Account provides $200 credits. • tGoogle Cloud Free Tier provides Compute Engine and BigQuery. Step 2: Explore Basic Services • Install a Virtual Machine (VM): Start a minimal server using EC2 (AWS) or Compute Engine (GCP). • Install Cloud Storage: Store data in S3 (AWS) or Google Cloud Storage. • Test a SaaS App: Mess around with applications such as Google Docs or Trello. Step 3: Learn by Projects Mess around with small projects such as: • Serving a static web page. • Creating a to-do application with Firebase. • Hosting a chatbot on Azure.

Step 4: Study and Certify Cloud certifications can give your career a boost: • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals • Google Cloud Digital Leader These beginner certifications prove your grasp of cloud concepts.

Security in Cloud Security is top of the mind for cloud computing. Even as providers put huge investments in security, end users have some responsibilities too. Shared Responsibility Model: •Cloud provider secures infrastructure. •Customer secures user access, data, and application-level settings. Key Practices: •Employ strong authentication (e.g., multi-factor). •Encrypt data in transit and at rest. •Monitor activity on a regular basis and audit it. •Set proper permissions on users.

Challenges of Cloud Computing The cloud is wonderful, but it's not all sunshine: •Downtime: Disruptions may occur in accessing essential services. •Vendor Lock-in: It is complicated and costly to switch vendors. •Security Risks: Erroneous configuration can compromise security. •Cost Overruns: Pay-as-you-go arrangements become prohibitively expensive if left unmonitored. It's great to be aware of these challenges in order to make smart decisions. The Future of Cloud Computing Cloud computing just keeps improving with fascinating trends such as: •Serverless computing: Code is the focus for developers, while the infrastructure is handled by the provider. •Edge computing: Processing data close to the source (e.g., IoT devices) for enhanced performance. •AI and ML Integration: Cloud platforms allow for powerful tools for model training and deployment. •Multi-cloud strategies: Organizations use multiple providers to avoid dependence on a sole one. Final Thoughts Cloud computing is not a fad buzzword — it's actually the backbone of contemporary digital life. Whether streaming entertainment and smart homes or business applications and mobile phones, the cloud permeates nearly all aspects of everyday life. By learning the basics now, you're setting yourself up to take advantage of one of the greatest technology shifts of the 21st century. If you love development, data, or infrastructure, the cloud has something for you.

[amandamilkweed]

Print by Tomoko Hara ⚘

I’ve been eagerly awaiting a package from Japan and lighting up with joy every time I’d get a new shipping notification. Today it finally graced the steps of my apartment — I found this picture by chance on Pinterest, and it led me to finding a new favorite artist, Tomoko Hara.

The color choice and mood of her art sparks something inside of me… maybe just genuine appreciation and connection. I was so geeked to buy this off her web store. Now I have a beautiful print on canvas that I’m looking forward to framing. I think I’ll frame it in color.

I have recently discovered the joy of collecting art. I’ve not yet reached the time of my life where I can afford originals, but collecting prints has been exciting as I have a budding collection of images that mean something to me. I didn’t realize this was something that would spark joy in me, but here it is! Here I am!

A big thank you to artists of the world who share their hearts and visions with us all.

[redxpranger]

It's such a blessing to watch Jack perform these two tracks live. Everybody Lost Somebody and Good Morning from their second album perfectly capture the emotions and experiences I’ve had over the past six years. I’m sure many of us can relate to these songs on a deeply personal level.

I’d love to get inside Jack's mind to experience the beauty of his thoughts and understand the band's creative process. And, of course, his vocals!!!

What I find especially remarkable is how most of their songs are crafted to invite audience participation, making their live performances even more unforgettable. 🤓 (why am i geeking out lately hahahaha)

I’m often fascinated by the things we like and how we’re drawn to them. I’ve noticed that, more often than not, we’re attracted to people or things, and later discover unexpected connections that make it feel like there’s an invisible map linking us to an endless web of shared experiences.

For instance, I grew up watching Adam Sandler movies. My mom used to buy DVDs of his films when I was a kid, and I vividly remember keeping all of them neatly stored in my cabinet because of how much I loved them. To this day, I don’t think I’ve met anyone who shares the same level of appreciation for his movies as I do—or even more.

Then there’s Jack Antonoff, the front man of Bleachers. (but his wife, Margaret Qualley, might actually be a bigger fan 🤣)

[svgoceandesigns1]

Futurama Bender Save The Planet SVG - Kill All Humans Geek SVG PNG, Cricut File

Futurama Bender Save The Planet SVG, Kill All Humans Geek SVG PNG EPS DXF PDF, Cricut File, Instant Download File, Cricut File Silhouette Art, Logo Design, Designs For Shirts. ♥ Welcome to SVG OCEAN DESIGNS Store! ♥ ► PLEASE NOTE: – Since this item is digital, no physical product will be sent to you. – Your files will be ready to download immediately after your purchase. Once payment has been completed, SVG Ocean Designs will send you an email letting you know your File is ready for Download. You may also check your Order/Purchase History on SVG Ocean Designs website and it should be available for download there as well. – Please make sure you have the right software required and knowledge to use this graphic before making your purchase. – Due to monitor differences and your printer settings, the actual colors of your printed product may vary slightly. – Due to the digital nature of this listing, there are “no refunds or exchanges”. – If you have a specific Design you would like made, just message me! I will be more than glad to create a Custom Oder for you. ► YOU RECEIVE: This listing includes a zip file with the following formats: – SVG File (check your software to confirm it is compatible with your machine): Includes wording in both white and black (SVG only). Other files are black wording. – PNG File: PNG High Resolution 300 dpi Clipart (transparent background – resize smaller and slightly larger without loss of quality). – DXF: high resolution, perfect for print and many more. – EPS: high resolution, perfect for print, Design and many more. ► USAGE: – Can be used with Cricut Design Space, Silhouette Cameo, Silhouette Studio, Adobe Illustrator, ...and any other software or machines that work with SVG/PNG files. Please make sDisney Father's Dayure your machine and software are compatible before purchasing. – You can edit, resize and change colors in any vector or cutting software like Inkscape, Adobe illustrator, Cricut design space, etc. SVG cut files are perfect for all your DIY projects or handmade businDisney Father's Dayess Product. You can use them for T-shirts, scrapbooks, wall vinyls, stickers, invitations cards, web and more!!! Perfect for T-shirts, iron-ons, mugs, printables, card making, scrapbooking, etc. ►TERMS OF USE: – NO refunds on digital products. Please contact me if you experience any problems with the purchase. – Watermark and wood background won’t be shown in the downloaded files. – Please DO NOT resell, distribute, share, copy, or reproduce my designs. – Customer service and satisfaction is our top priority. If you have any questions before placing orders, please contact with us via email "support@svgoceandesigns.com". – New products and latest trends =>> Click Here . Thank you so much for visiting our store! SVG OCEAN DESIGNS Read the full article

[amitypatna]

Top BCA University In Patna: Curriculum, Placements & More!

If you are a tech geek and willing to learn about coding and tech – then pursuing a BCA degree can become a viable career option. A BCA degree is not just an interesting degree, but it also opens doors to numerous career opportunities; you can become a software developer, web designer, database administrator, system analyst, cybersecurity expert, and much more.

If you are a student from Bihar, then choosing the right college/institute to pursue a BCA degree, can be exhausting. Therefore, in this blog, we are going to shed light on the top BCA university in Patna, and how a BCA degree can help you in securing your career.

What Makes a BCA Degree So Valuable?

A BCA degree is your passport to a world of opportunities and with the right skills and knowledge, you can build a rewarding career in various IT roles. Whether you're interested in creating innovative software, designing stunning websites, or safeguarding digital assets, a BCA degree is your foundation for all.

A BCA degree loads you with:

Strong programming skills: You'll master everything from essential programming languages like C, and C++, to Java, and Python, which enables you to build various software applications.

Database management expertise: You’ll learn to design, create, and manage databases to store and retrieve information efficiently.

Web development proficiency: Gain skills in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to build interactive and user-friendly websites.

Problem-solving abilities: Develop a logical mindset to tackle complex challenges and find effective solutions.

Analytical thinking: Learn to analyze data, identify patterns, and make informed decisions.

Choosing The Right Institute

While a BCA degree helps you grow in the tech field, choosing the right college is equally important. One should not underestimate the importance of the right college, as it decides the factor to shape your future and career. If you are a student from Patna, Bihar, then choosing Amity University is highly recommended. With its regularly updated curriculum, top-notch faculty, world-class infrastructure, loaded libraries, and futuristic labs, Amity University stands out as the best bachelor of computer applications University in Patna.

Amity is also known for its placement assistance, as Amity boasts 100% placement assistance, and this has led to some amazing numbers. In the session of 2022-23, more than 15,000 students have got placements in some of the top companies and MNCs because of Amity. This is undoubtedly one of the best private universities you’ll ever discover in Bihar.

Summing Up!

To summarize- a BCA degree holds the power to shape a successful career, and act as a launchpad for careers in the IT industry, offering roles such as software development, web design, and cybersecurity. It emphasizes the importance of choosing the right institution for BCA studies, particularly for students in Bihar. Furthermore, Amity University Patna is positioned as the best bachelor of computer science University in Bihar, due to its strong curriculum, experienced faculty, and excellent placement record. So if you are also thinking of starting an odyssey towards a successful career – Choose Amity. Admissions Open!

Source: https://amityuniversitypatna.blogspot.com/2024/10/top-bca-university-in-patna-curriculum.html

[rebeccazamorins]

E-Commerce Development: The Online Store Adventure!

Welcome to the wild world of e-commerce development, where we turn your dreams of selling stuff online into a reality! Think of us as your digital fairy godmothers, waving our wands (or, more realistically, coding away at our computers) to create an online store that shines brighter than a thousand disco balls!

Why E-Commerce?

First things first: why bother with e-commerce? Well, if you want to sell your products while wearing pajamas and sipping coffee at home, e-commerce is your best friend! Imagine selling ice cream in winter or flip-flops in Antarctica. Okay, maybe that’s a bit extreme, but you get the idea—your online store can reach customers everywhere!

Let’s Build Your Online Store!

At Zamorins Solutions, we take your ideas and sprinkle a little tech magic on them. We start by chatting with you to understand what you want. Do you have a vision for your store? Maybe you want it to look like a cozy bakery or a trendy fashion boutique. Whatever it is, we’ll help you create it!

The Design: Making It Pretty

Once we have your ideas, it’s time to make it pretty! We believe that your online store should be as inviting as your favorite coffee shop. Our designers will craft a layout that’s easy to navigate, with colors that pop and images that make your products look so good, customers will want to take them home immediately! Plus, with our Kerala web design expertise, your site will have that unique touch that stands out.

Tech Stuff: We Speak Fluent Geek

Now, here comes the tech stuff—don’t worry; we’ve got this! We’ll build your store using custom software tailored just for you. It will be user-friendly, making it easy for you to add products, update prices, and manage orders. Think of it as a super-smart robot working for you, but without the need for charging or coffee breaks! And since we specialize in web development in India, you can trust that we know our stuff.

Payment and Security: Keeping It Safe

When it comes to money, we know how important it is to keep things safe. We’ll set up secure payment options, so your customers can buy their favorite items without worrying about their credit card details being lost in cyberspace. It’s like having a bouncer at your online club, ensuring that only good vibes (and transactions) come through!

Launch Day: The Big Reveal

After all the hard work, it’s time for the big reveal! We’ll help you launch your online store, making sure everything is running smoothly. Imagine confetti falling from the sky as customers start flocking to your site. Okay, maybe no confetti, but it will feel just as exciting!

Marketing Magic: Getting Customers to Your Store

Launching is just the beginning! To get customers in the door (or, you know, the website), we’ll sprinkle some marketing magic. From social media promotions to email campaigns, we’ll make sure your store gets the attention it deserves. It’s like throwing a party and inviting everyone—except this party is online!

Customer Support: We’ve Got Your Back

And don’t worry! If you ever need help after launching, we’re just a message away. Whether it’s a question about managing orders or tips on improving sales, we’re here for you. Think of us as your e-commerce cheerleaders, ready to pump you up for success!

Conclusion: Join the E-Commerce Revolution!

So there you have it! E-commerce development in India isn’t just about building a website; it’s about creating an online adventure where your products can shine. At Zamorins Solutions, we’re excited to be part of your journey.

Ready to take the plunge into the world of online selling? Let’s turn your ideas into a fantastic e-commerce reality! Whether you’re looking for custom software in India or the best web designing in Kerala, together we can make your store the place everyone wants to shop!

[vlessdubai]

Perks of Vaping Over Conventional Smoking Options in Dubai

In the past few years, Dubai has seen a lot of changes, and one of them is the vapes taking the place of conventional smoking options, Vaping has surged in popularity over the past few years and there are many benefits of switching to a vape in Dubai as well. Many people have been using e-liquid or vapes to quit smoking as well. Wondering what are the advantages of vaping over traditional smoking alternatives? Here you go!

Less Exposure to Harmful Chemicals

For one, traditional cigarettes contain different toxic substances, including tar, carbon monoxide, and numerous carcinogens. However, aping is all about the inhalation of vaporized e-liquid, which contains much less harmful chemicals, so it is a lot more harmful than smoking and is a safer alternative for those who want to reduce the health risks associated with tobacco use. 

Control Over Nicotine Intake

Vaping can help users to control their nicotine intake more precisely. Typically e-liquids are available in different nicotine strengths, ranging from mild to high-concentrations. So, you can gradually reduce your nicotine dependence, or use vapes to quit smoking altogether. 

Better Oral Hygiene and Sense of Smell and Taste

Smoking is notorious for causing oral health issues, such as gum disease, tooth loss, and persistent bad breath. Vaping, which does not produce tar or smoke, is associated with better oral hygiene. Users often report a significant improvement in their sense of smell and taste once they switch from smoking to vaping. In addition, the absence of the harsh chemicals found in tobacco smoke helps preserve the natural function of taste buds and olfactory senses.

Different Flavors

Vaping allows users to switch among different flavors from traditional tobacco and menthol to exotic dessert and fruit options that can make smoking all the way more enjoyable and support the transition from the monotonous taste of tobacco. 

Word of Caution:

·         Age Restrictions

When it comes to vaping in the city, Dubai is known for strictly enforcing age restrictions on the sale and use of vaping products. The legal age for purchasing and using these products is 18 years. Retailers are required to verify the age of buyers, and failure to do so can result in significant fines and penalties.

·         Disposing of Waste Responsibly

When you are vaping in public areas, throw away your vape responsibility. Whether we are talking about properly disposing of empty e-liquid bottles, used coils, or any other vaping-related waste, you need to dispose of the product properly after use. Ensure to use designated trash bins, or carry a small bag to store your waste until you find an appropriate disposal point. 

Conclusion

If you want to use an e-cigarette in Dubai, and are looking for the best vapes in UAE at Vape for less. You can get a wide array of flavors and vaping accessories on the website and get some well-known brands ranging from SMOK vape and ASPIRE to VOOPOO, GEEK, VAPORESSO, MYLE, OXVA, YUOTO, and IGNITE. Scouring the web for your favorite vapes in Dubai within an affordable price range? Check out the collection at Vape for Less today! 

Blog Source. https://vapedubailess.com/blogs/news/benefits-of-vaping-over-other-smoking-options-in-dubai