ExpatWoman Web Site - Recent Posts http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/recent.aspx ExpatWoman Web Site - Recent Posts en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Jitbit AspNetForum Thu, 23 May 2013 18:11:08 GMT Thu, 23 May 2013 18:11:08 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206380 Message from RuthM - DLink is a manufacturer that produces a number of devices including their own wireless streaming media player namely the Boxee Box. DLink also manufacture wireless routers.

In order to use any wireless streaming media player you will requirea PC or Mac and a wireless router in order to run your network. Your router will need to be able to reach both the location of your computer and the location of the media player (unless you have an extension set up). You can use a cabled set up if you have a cabled network in your home.

AppleTV uses iTunes on your Mac/PC to stream to your television. The AppleTV predominantly uses the mp4 format and other formats may need to be converted using a variety of software packages. The Boxee appears to use a web browser to stream video which may be more complex to use however I have never seen one so cannot advise. I do not think the Boxee will be able to play media purchased in iTunes as Apple protect their video files with DRM.

The AppleTV is very easy to set up:

Computer

Go to File->Home Sharing->Enter the details you wish to use for your home share

AppleTV:

Go to Settings->Computers->Turn On Home Sharing-> Enter the AppleID you used on your computer

I also use my AppleTV for music playlists etc. when we have parties as I have our stereo system connected into the TV.]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 18:11:08 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=205380 Message from hokeypokey Thu, 23 May 2013 18:05:30 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206377 Message from Clairehdp Thu, 23 May 2013 18:04:33 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206347 Message from Clairehdp Thu, 23 May 2013 18:03:52 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206332 Message from Tattie Bogle
DesertRose, wise words - as always ]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 18:03:05 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206385 Message from Elmpark Thu, 23 May 2013 17:55:32 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206347 Message from Eden ]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:50:52 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206382 Message from Pikachu Thu, 23 May 2013 17:50:01 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206370 Message from AnneCoulter Thu, 23 May 2013 17:48:14 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206347 Message from Livelytrish They were excellent.]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:46:37 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206332 Message from PowerPuffMom DesertRose1958 wrote:
This has been going on for days and is set to run for a while yet. Victoria has been given the advice she needs but isn't quite ready yet to do what she needs to be doing. I think perhaps letting it go now and leaving her to process her thoughts is what's needed right now more than anything else. What will be will be.

Did everyone hear DR, she has spoken and has a wealth of experience in dealing with domestic workers and and and.....]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:45:55 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206382 Message from Quinn10 Arlette wrote:
AnonDubai wrote:
I would also be interested to know.

Arlette, do you know of any other place in the Dubai Mall that does birthday parties besides Hamley's?


Just Kidzania I think. The adult entry price tag into birthday parties is what turns me off that place for hosting a party. Also, I don't suppose it would be manageable to keep all the birthday party guests in one place - they will surely disperse and go crazy .

What about La Petit Palais? The new play area in galleries lafayette. Telephone+971 4 339 9933 Also, there is Goal, the football place on the 10th floor.]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:41:47 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206384 Message from 2dogs I have 2 medium sized dogs and we are planning to be away in August. Big Grin]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:37:57 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206347 Message from Eden Thu, 23 May 2013 17:36:29 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206385 Message from khristinescott Thu, 23 May 2013 17:32:52 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206382 Message from AnonDubai Thu, 23 May 2013 17:32:36 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206315 Message from Elmpark Thu, 23 May 2013 17:32:24 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206384 Message from chowsrule
We are looking for someone who may be interested in swapping dog sitting duties if you are planning on going on vacation this summer (Jun-Aug).

We live in a new villa in Al Furjan (Near Discovery Gardens). We have vacation scheduled for Sept/Oct and would like our cute little Chihuahua "Jake" to go to a nice home as opposed to a kennel (he is very much a "people-pet" and does not do well in kennel conditions).

We would be happy to have your furry friend as our guest in our home this summer in exchange for you having our boy in your home in the fall.

Should you be interested we would be happy to hear from you.

Cheers!]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:28:57 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206198 Message from Elmpark Geordie expat wrote:
Elmpark wrote:
Exam systems with continuous assessment build in do offer an element of helping those who struggle with exam pressure etc. I believe there probably does need to be an element of exams and swotting for them etc, but too. often I see parents of primary aged kids pushing their kids, and then as. Feefmick has said a year 7 doing full tests on year's knowledge! Way too much too soon. Really if our generation got to Uni without this pressure why do we need to do this to our kids? I think a well rounded person, who has good social skills, conversational skills, etc as well as a decent educational background will do far better at interview than the poor soul who has been kept in being overloaded with school work!


I was one of those who left school in the '70's. Didn't go to Uni, but that was for family reasons.
Majority of my friends did and most did very well.

All we had was the 11 plus, which decided if you went to the local Grammar School or Comprehensive. Then we had O'Levels then A'Levels. None of us appear to have suffered from the lack of too many exams and tests.

I feel that we were able to be much more social and have done better in the long term as we spent more time with our friends and family and weren't stressed out about school work. Yes we studied hard, but we also played hard.

Yes all parents want their children to do well academically, but from a personal point of view and I know 'cause I went through it with one of my kids, if pushed this often works the opposite way.
Completely agree, eventually everyone has had their fill of being examined and tested.

Also I do think year 9 is ok for tests but year 7?!!! Or the pressure of year 6 SATS? I come from the Scottish system where my first tests were in my 3rd year of secondary to see how I would do with Standard Grades the following year. That was plenty and I was 14. My first lot of exams and I approached them with a fair amount of nerves. I had 8 subjects and I coped well but scored badly with chemistry, giving me a good indication that if I didn't work harder then I would do badly in the real thing...worked my socks off for a year and sorted it. I really didn't suffer from not being tested to death in primary and the early years of secondary.]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:28:27 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206374 Message from 2dogs
Thank you so much for your help and input, DH loves EW, he keeps asking what did they say on EW ;-) hahaha
Hopefully my next post is about moving companies! hehe Have a lovely weekend
xx]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:24:56 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206332 Message from Pikachu Thu, 23 May 2013 17:24:05 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206382 Message from Arlette AnonDubai wrote:
I would also be interested to know.

Arlette, do you know of any other place in the Dubai Mall that does birthday parties besides Hamley's?

Just Kidzania I think. The adult entry price tag into birthday parties is what turns me off that place for hosting a party. Also, I don't suppose it would be manageable to keep all the birthday party guests in one place - they will surely disperse and go crazy .]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:23:13 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206332 Message from DesertRose1958 Thu, 23 May 2013 17:19:35 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206209 Message from sweetbug might be worth a try... good luck..]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:18:11 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206376 Message from Ginnee Thu, 23 May 2013 17:15:35 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206380 Message from sarahlou123 pollydxb1 wrote:
Oooh thanks I must remember that too

I hook the laptop up to the TV so I can watch all the downloads on a bigger screen :-)]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:09:58 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206382 Message from AnonDubai
Arlette, do you know of any other place in the Dubai Mall that does birthday parties besides Hamley's?]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:07:13 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206368 Message from AnonDubai Thu, 23 May 2013 17:06:09 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206332 Message from AnonDubai Daza wrote:
PowerPuffMom wrote:
Gosh, so much drama. If you trust the maid then let her stay working here, if not then send her home. It i really not a big event, just drive to the airport and walk her through. There is little to talk about, and she will not wrestle with you at the airport. Just tell her that you are going there to do the cancellation as immigration is closed on the weekend. Once inside, you can check her in....all done.


Drama-o-rama indeed! When we had a maid a abscond a few years back it was high drama Chez Daza. It was all a bit of a let down how uninterested and 'meh' immigration were when we contacted them. BUT SHE"S GONE!!! WHAT DO WE DO???!!! *Stifled yawning from the immigration man on the other end of the phone*

For immigration, it's just another absconded worker. They really don't care and would never view an absconded maid as a missing person's case...]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:04:38 GMT http://www.expatwoman.com/abudhabi/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=206332 Message from Purple
DNRD website with all numbers etc: http://dnrd.ae/en/Pages/Home.aspx
edited by Purple on 23/05/2013]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 17:03:00 GMT