Being a writer, scatter-brain and serial list maker, it is safe to say that I need as many tools to help organise my study life as possible. However, I don’t doubt for a moment that these technological treats are universally applicable, and will certainly prove to be nifty little angels in your lives too… By […]
Behind the scenes of Customer Support
Behind the scenes of Customer Support. Library assistant Claire Callan shares her experience and tips… Libraries. Quite straightforward things surely? Put books in buildings, take them out on loan, return them, try not to get a fine… Well, the world of university libraries (and The University of Warwick Library in particular) is actually quite a […]
What kind of searcher are you?
Find your library search personality type and get our tips for how to make the most of the information that is out there, just waiting for you… By Kate Courage When your tutor says to you, “You really need to work on your bibliography. Try some of the Library’s databases…”, rather than sticking your head […]
How many horsepower does a Honda AquaTrax have?
How many horsepower does a Honda AquaTrax have? The foundation of the R-12Xis a 165-horsepower, four-cylinder powerplant, turbocharged for extra oomph. How fast is a Honda f12? Honda AquaTrax Top Speed and Engine The Honda AquaTrax top speed averages out to around 66 mph, or 106 km/h. How much does a Honda AquaTrax weight? AquaTrax […]
What kind of pick is best for beginners?
What kind of pick is best for beginners? Light guitar picks with less than 0,6 mm are considered beginners’ guitar picks. The reason for this, is that most beginner guitar players first learn strumming techniques, which can usually be played better with thinner plectrums. However, medium guitar picks with 0,75 mm thickness are the best […]
What qualities is it necessary for a successful host family to have?
What qualities is it necessary for a successful host family to have? 5 qualities of the perfect host family Act like a family. This may sound obvious, but you really want families who act like a family. Know that safety and security come first. Include the student in family life. Know when not to include […]
What was a football made of before leather?
What was a football made of before leather? The first properly made ball was simply a pig or sheep’s bladder, inflated by good old fashioned lung power and knotted at the end. A leather casing would then be fitted around the bladder to provide durability. The resulting ball was rounder than a rugby ball, although […]
Is genetically modified food good or bad?
Is genetically modified food good or bad? A group of scientists did an extensive review of research on the safety of crops from GMOs over the past 10 years. They found no significant harm directly tied to genetic engineering. And the American Medical Association thinks genetically modified foods are OK. What are the dangers of […]
What type of information is the most frequently exposed in a data breach?
What type of information is the most frequently exposed in a data breach? Common data breach exposures include personal information, such as credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers and healthcare histories, as well as corporate information, customer lists and source code. What is the biggest source of information security breaches? While most […]
Who would win Komodo dragon or snake?
Who would win Komodo dragon or snake? It rather depends – on the size of each animal. Certainly a full-grown Reticulated python at around 10 metres) could overpower a Komodo dragon IF – it got in the first strike. Snake reflexes are super-fast – and assuming the python ‘hit’ first, the dragon would be wrapped […]