#dunolly

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Alice Street, Dunolly, Victoria.

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“Dunollie Castle Ruins, Oban.”

Castle Dunollie Ruins, Oban, Scotland.

Pastel painting on white drawing paper, approx 80mm x 103mm.

A soft and hazy painting with subtle colours. Remembering a peaceful, early morning walk along Gallanach Road to the Kerrera ferry.

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Oban from PS Waverley.

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Dunollie Castle | Oban, UK

July 2009

August 2013

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How to Get the Most Out of a VoIP Phone System

For small businesses, VoIP can offer a wide range of benefits. It is flexible and scalable, which means that it can grow with your business without incurring excessive costs or energy consumption.

It is important to choose a reliable VoIP provider with a good track record. This will help you avoid connectivity issues and other problems that can affect the effectiveness of your communications.

Cost Savings

When compared to traditional phone systems, VoIP offers significant cost savings. This is because it uses your existing internet infrastructure (WiFi or Ethernet connection) to carry calls, instead of requiring additional hardware like PBX equipment. Additionally, VoIP allows you to take advantage of cheaper international call rates, although this will require a monthly service fee.

Additionally, if you are planning on opening a new branch or hiring seasonal workers, a VoIP system will allow you to add lines with minimal additional costs and disruptions. The scalability of the platform also means that you can add additional users and features without any extra costs.

Additionally, VoIP can be used with laptops and smartphones, allowing employees to answer customer calls from any location. This feature is especially helpful for business travelers who can access voicemail and attend meetings from their home or hotel. It also eliminates the clutter of extra phones and reduces fire hazards from unnecessary electrical wires.

Reliability

The reliability of a VoIP system depends on a high-quality internet connection and compatible hardware. You can choose from hardware-based systems that require voip phone system melb or adapters and a dedicated router, or software-based solutions that work on your computer, mobile device, or tablet. Whether you opt for hardware or software, look for a provider that offers tools to check your Internet connection speed and provides instructions on how to prioritize voice traffic on your router.

Choose a provider that has multiple data centers and network redundancy to ensure uninterrupted service. This will help you avoid expensive outages and downtime. In addition, you should look for a provider that offers excellent customer support. The best VoIP systems provide tools to improve the customer experience, such as call routing and call recording. These features make it easier for sales and customer support teams to connect with customers and prospects. These tools also help identify patterns and improve marketing strategies.

Scalability

To get the most out of your VoIP system, it is essential to select a scalable solution that seamlessly expands with your business. This will allow you to take advantage of features like voicemail-to-email and remote access without compromising call quality or functionality. Moreover, you can easily manage a scalable VoIP system using an intuitive web-based control panel.

When selecting a scalable VoIP solution, consider the number of lines each user will need. This will determine how many calls each individual can receive simultaneously. Also, evaluate the scalability of the hardware you’ll need. You may want to invest in RJ-9 or USB-to-Bluetooth adapters to maximize connectivity options.

To ensure that your VoIP phone systems are highly scalable, they must be configured with a stable Internet connection. A reliable connection is crucial for VoIP communications because it will prevent choppy or distorted audio, echo, or delay. Additionally, a stable Internet connection will prevent other Internet transmissions from competing with VoIP traffic and affecting call quality.

Customisation

VoIP phone systems are flexible and can be customised to suit the needs of your business. Some companies prefer a software-based solution that can be accessed using a mobile app or computer, while others like to use dedicated VoIP phones or adapters. Some providers also offer features such as voice encryption, which protects calls from eavesdropping and other security risks.

Compared to traditional landline-based telephone systems, VoIP offers more functionality at lower costs. Depending on your business needs, you can choose from various plans and features that include hunt groups, auto receptionist, fax2email, and other call management capabilities.

A VoIP system requires a reliable internet connection and VoIP-compatible hardware. Users can use dedicated VoIP phones or adapters, or they can connect existing analog devices to the network via a router. Some providers offer a specialized router that prioritises voice data over other applications, ensuring quality call experience. They can also access an online dashboard that enables them to manage the phone system remotely.

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CLANS OF SCOTLAND ⚔️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Part 1

1. Inverary Castle | Clan Campbell

2. Dunollie Castle | Clan MacDougall

3. Achnacarry Castle | Clan Cameron

4. Old Castle Lachlan | Clan Maclachlan

5. Castle Leod | Clan Mackenzie

6. Ardverikie Castle | Clan MacPherson

7. RobRoy MacGregor Statue | Clan McGregor

8. Drumin Castle | Clan Gordon

9. Kildrummy Castle | Clan Mar

10. Castle Fraser | Clan Fraser Of Philorth

11. Wardhill Castle | Clan Leslie

12. Esslemont Castle | Clan Cheyne

In the annals of Scottish history, a tale as ancient as the mist-shrouded glens unfolds, a tale of kinship, resilience, and the enduring spirit of the Highlands.

Here, amidst the beautiful landscapes of Scotland, the tradition of clans emerged, weaving together Celtic, Norman-French, and Norse threads into a rich tapestry of heritage.

At the heart of this tradition lies the concept of the clan - a term derived from the Gaelic word 'clann,' signifying "family", yet extending its embrace to all who pledged allegiance to the clan chief. Whether by blood or by bond, members found solace and strength within the protective embrace of their kin.

Led by a clan chief, these communities forged a way of life shaped by the rhythms of the land-farming, tending to livestock, and engaging in the timeless rituals of Highland culture. Yet, amidst the tranquility of everyday existence, the specter of conflict loomed large.

The turbulent currents of Scottish history bore witness to countless clashes-clan against clan, invader against defender - as land and legacy hung in the balance. But it was the fateful Battle of Culloden in 1746 that delivered the decisive blow, shattering the old order and ushering in an era of upheaval.

The Highland clearances dispersed clans and severed bonds. In the hearts of those tracing their lineage to Scotland's soil, the spirit of the clans endures, a testament to community, resilience, and the timeless majesty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Milestone Monday

February 5th marks the anniversary of the discovery of the largest alluvial gold nugget in history, known as “Welcome Stranger.” The nugget was found in 1869 by miners John Deason and Richard Oates just outside of Dunolly, Australia. It weighed just under 193 pounds earning the miners roughly £9,381 (equivalent to around A$743,000 today). A little over 8,000 miles away, California was winding down its famed gold rush that forever altered the area���s landscape, societal growth, and indigenous communities.  

California Gold Rush Camps: A Keepsake in Fourteen Parts published in 1998 by The Book Club of California documents the lives of miners and the camps that shaped California in the latter half of the 1800s. The keepsake contains fourteen folders, each highlighting the history of a camp that played a notable role in the gold rush. The text is accompanied by color illustrations from Life Among the Miners published by Hutchings & Rosenfield in 1854, sketches published in local magazines and newspapers, lithographs, and a daguerreotype. The series was edited by Robert J. Chandler and designed and printed by Patrick Reagh Printers, Inc. 

In alignment with their commitment to sharing California history, The Book Club of California presented portions of this publication at the 1998 Western History Association annual meeting. California Gold Rush Camps: A Keepsake in Fourteen Parts is part of an extensive collection of The Book Club of California materials held within Special Collections. This book is another gift from our friend Jerry Buff.

View other posts on gold mining.

Read other Milestone Monday posts here! 

– Jenna, Special Collections Graduate Intern 

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Dunollie Castle farmland, Oban

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Road tripping - a selection. Bushwalk stops and a lot of flowering canola, big cloudy skies, cacti, and coffee here and there. #roadtrip #travels #bluecaladenia #springflowers #terrestrialorchid #dunolly #terrickterricknationalpark #cactuscountry #lakemulwala #canola #greyskies #jugiong #decohotel #Canberra https://www.instagram.com/p/B2F25RuhOQj/?igshid=lf2pkgs41vin

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Dunollie Castle, Oban, Scotland. by Alex de Haas

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Update: Scotland is a mindbending experience so far. I thought I’d be posting regular photos…but while my walking is at an all-time high (9 miles yesterday, 7 the day before, etc.), and I’m taking tons of photos, there has just been no time to sort through the photos, choose worthy ones, edit and tweak as necessary, etc. So I just wanted you to know I haven’t forgotten my whole thing over here.

The photo shows Dunollie Castle, built by the Clan MacDougall many hundreds of years ago and bearing testimony to our might, perseverance and ingenuity even today.

More to come, friends.

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Dunollie Castle sketch.

6B pencil on drawing paper.

A preparatory sketch of the ruins of Dunollie Castle, Oban, Scotland seen from Gallanach Road.

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Oban, Dunollie Castle. Scotland. 9/8/2018

Dunollie Castle (MacGibbon and Ross)

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Dunollie Castle