#room rental software

[qoreupsmarketplace]

Why Your Property Rental Business Needs Property Rental Software

Running a successful property rental business requires efficient management of reservations, inventory, and customer interactions. 

In today's digital age, leveraging technology is crucial to stay ahead of the competition. 

One powerful way that can transform your operations is property rental software. 

Let's explore why integrating software for rental property is a game-changer.

Global Visibility And Reach

Property rental software opens the door to a global audience. For instance, Airbnb boosts a vast user base, allowing property owners to showcase their listings to potential tenants worldwide.

This board reach significantly increased the chances of securing bookings and maximizing rental income.

Efficient Property Management

Managing multiple properties can be overwhelming without the right tools. That's where property rental management software comes in.

With property rental management software you can automate various tasks. Like booking confirmations, payment processing, and calendar updates.

This efficiency not only saves time but also reduces the risk of errors associated with manual management.

Enhanced Guest Experience

Customer satisfaction is paramount in the rental business. Property rental management software, inspired by platforms like Airbnb, often includes features that enhance the guest experience.

This may include online payment options and instant communication channels. A positive guest experience can lead to repeat bookings and positive reviews.

Dynamic Pricing Strategies

Property rental marketplaces often incorporate dynamic pricing algorithms rates based on demand, seasonality, and other factors. This ensures that property owners can maximize their revenue by adjusting prices according to market trends and demand fluctuations. 

Secure Payment Processing

One of the key concerns for property owners is secure and timely payment processing. Property rental software typically integrates secure payment gateways, providing peace of mind for both property owners and tenants. This helps build trust and credibility, essential in a competitive rental marketplace.

Streamlined Communication

Effective communication is vital in a property rental business. Property rental software facilitates seamless communication between property owners and tenants. Instant messaging features, notifications, and updates ensure that everyone is on the same page, reducing the likelihood of misunderstandings or disputes.

Data Analytics For Informed Decision-Making

Property rental marketplace platforms often offer data analytics tools that provide insights into occupancy rates, guest demographics, and revenue trends. This valuable information empowers property owners to make informed decisions, such as adjusting marketing strategies or optimizing property features based on guest preferences.

In conclusion, the integration of property rental software modeled after successful platforms like Airbnb is no longer a choice but a necessity for property rental businesses aiming for sustained growth and success. The advantages, ranging from global visibility and efficient management to enhanced guest experiences and data-driven decision-making, position these tools as indispensable assets in the competitive rental marketplace. As the industry continues to evolve, staying ahead of the curve with innovative software solutions is the key to not just surviving but thriving in the dynamic world of property rental.

[bravevolunteer]

breaking my silence. i really do not like the idea of the sister location warehouse being underneath the afton house

[moontyger]

Plaintiffs have alleged in a set of lawsuits that the largest potato product manufacturers in the country — the four that have cornered nearly the entire frozen potato market — all put their sensitive market data into the same third-party software, which uses that aggregate data to spit out recommendations about how they should price their products. And that software has essentially been giving each company the same recommendations.

If the CEOs of these four companies got in a room, and while they were all chomping on cigars, said, “Hey, let’s all set the price of our french fries at the exact same amount,” that would be illegal. What’s allegedly happening is these companies are using this software in the same way they’d use that room. And there are plenty of people out there — including people in the US government — who say that’s illegal. The question is whether they’re right.

And it turns out the business practice at the heart of this case is happening all over the place.

There have been big lawsuits and government investigations into how this is happening with our rent. Many landlords use a third-party app called RealPage, which takes landlord data and recommends rents. And renters have seen an increase in rental prices as a result. Meatpackers are doing a similar thing, as are hotels.

Congressional legislation has been introduced to tackle some of this stuff head-on. Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) co-sponsored a bill in 2024 that tried to combat landlords using third-party rental software to set prices. Recently, she introduced legislation that specifically targets algorithmic pricing practices.

Those bills aren’t yet law and have a lot of congressional hurdles to overcome. In the meantime, there are class action lawsuits going on around this.

[phoenixyfriend]

Ko-Fi prompt from KemiKitty:

id enjoy hearing about concerts and ticket money if you want

Referencing my “how does this make money/how does this lose money” in this post.

Whoo! I actually really enjoy talking about money flow like this. Digging into examples like this helps with understanding the interconnectedness of the economic systems we inhabit, and with why things cost What They Do.

Disclaimer: I have not worked in this industry. I just majored in business, watch a lot of documentaries/video essays, and like to break down business and economic topics. When I got to performances, I try to figure these things out as an observer (dinner theater from watching Lindsey Sterling before she got super famous, more Traditional concerts at Staller Performing Arts center, Broadway shows) and asking questions of tour guides when at places like the Vienna Opera House.

Our Example: A moderately popular performer, in an enclosed performance space with a stage, fixed seating, and food service.

Let us consider a performer of middling popularity. They go on tours, but only in the lower 48 states, not yet internationally. They do single nights at an independent venue, which has either dinner tables or rows of audience seating. Let's say... 350 seats, in a middle-sized city, with $30/ticket on average, with wiggle room depending on seating, VIP passes, and discounts (groupons, senior, military, annual passes, etc).

So, who is getting paid, and who is paying?

Money coming into the venue, tied directly to this one event:

Tickets The people who came to this concert are paying for the tickets. 350 seats, at an average of $30/ticket, that's about $10,500. Most of this money does not go to the venue, but may pass through it, or leave a cut with it. (Depends on the ticketing software; we're saying this is an independent venue, not part of the ticketmaster situation, so it's a maybe.)

Food and drink The venue sells snacks, possibly full meals, if it's a dinner-and-show location. It may sell alcohol. It almost definitely sells drinks, maybe has vending machines if nothing else. If attendees cannot bring their own food and drink, and don't want to leave the building so they don't miss the show, then the venue can mark up the food they sell.

Merchandise Dependent on the type of merch and the venue, this may be a flat fee, where the performer puts down a few hundred dollars up front to set up a table for after the concert, or it might be taking a small cut of whatever is sold that night. They might not charge anything, but we'll include it as a likely avenue of income. I can see some kinder venues waiving the fee for newer, up-and-coming artists, but generally you can assume that the venue will take a cut.

Money flowing out of the venue, tied directly to this one event:

The Performer and their team The ticket costs will go primarily to the performer, their backup dancers/singers/band, their manager, and whatever fund they have for things other than wages, like a tour bus rental fee, the label, the driver, the night's post-concert laundry costs, and so on. The chances of all that money going to a single performer is very low; you can generally assume they have backup, management, additional costs, and someone pulling the strings. There are exceptions, like unaffiliated stand-up comedians or other, genuinely solo acts, but for the type of event I'm outlining, these are all contributing factors. Performers may bring their own lighting/sound techs. The venue also might provide their own. For a larger venue, I'd assume both are involved; one who knows the concert's program, and one who knows the venue's setup.

Venue staff The ushers, lighting/sound technicians, the bar staff, the cook, the janitor, security, and anyone else who is working night-of is getting paid. We can equate their pay to the money coming in from specifically the food and drink sales, along with tips for the waitstaff in particular. By this, I mean that the correlation is such that, should sales fall, the corresponding cut in costs is employee labor (the bar staff and cooks), rather than the performers (whose costs are calculated in relation to the money they bring in relating to the ticket sales).

Food and Drink Raw ingredients for the food, wholesale costs for the liquor, napkins, single-use straws, and so on.

Printed Programs Someone has to print the little booklet that tells you who's performing tonight, who's performing for the next few months, and anything else you need to know. If it's a big-name cultural center, they may even include some interviews! But ink is expensive, and that's a lot of paper.

Money coming into the venue, not connected to the specific event:

Advertising Does the venue have posters around for local businesses? For insurance companies? For upcoming events? Someone is paying them for that. Does the venue intersperse the pre-show music over the speakers with the occasional ad spot? Someone is paying them for that. Does the venue have ads in the program booklet? Someone is paying them for that. For a really, really large venue, the kind with dozens or hundreds of employees and massive lighting/sound setups, they are liable to get most of their income from advertising.

Government Grants and Private Donations Depending on the venue, they may donations or grants. This is more likely to apply to a university/community performing arts center than a for-profit dinner theater, but it's a possibility.

Merchandise The venue may have merch that is unrelated to the performance of the night. A historic or novelty location is most likely to have success with this, selling beer glasses with their logo or a t-shirt with 'home of the [band from several decades ago]' printed across the front.

Money flowing out of the venue, not connected to the specific event:

Administrative/Overhead Employees Management, bookkeeping, legal, marketing, and so on.

Utilities Electricity, water, sewage, gas, telecomm, and so on.

Taxes, Licenses, Fees Sales tax, property tax, liquor license, etc.

Mortgage or lease The venue's business owner is not necessarily the one to own the property outright. They may pay rent to a property owner, or mortgage to the bank.

Maintenance - Building Codes Any large building is going to need plumbers, glass techs, electricians, roofers, and so on coming by with regularity. (This part, I actually do know; I used to do repairs dispatching, and you'd be amazed how frequently a big box store needs someone to come by about the toilets.)

Maintenance - Venue Codes There are certain things that an entertainment venue needs to do that other businesses... don't. Namely, fire safety. It's a huge deal. Staying up to code can be expensive, especially if you need to get your backstage/wing curtains chemically treated again, which can be anywhere from one to five years, or the next time someone spills water on it. (That's the main reason open containers of liquids aren't allowed backstage.)

Marketing Just like people pay the venue to advertise, the venue pays for others to advertise it. This could be in the local newspaper or online, but if a given performer isn't someone semi-famous on tour that has a following, then something else needs to draw in a regular paying crowd.

Miscellaneous Overhead There is a lot of overhead for any business of moderate size that has its costs spread out over the year. This includes hiring an accountant for tax season, purchasing uniforms for employees, replacing cutlery and plates and furniture as it wears out or gets lost, repainting the walls every few years, office supplies when the printer for the programs wears out, and so on.

Is this everything? Almost definitely not.

But, hopefully, I've untangled a few things that you may not have considered before.

Those tickets and drinks you bought cover a lot more than just the performer!

...unless it's through ticketmaster, in which case it's probably just the monopoly.

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[othernaut]

Character Creation Challenge 2025, Day 4: Corp Borg

Image Archive B6-96 doesn't exist. It isn't located on the second floor of the Southern Watchtower, between Compliance Archive II-01 and the Domain of Ceaseless Summer. No pneumatics travel there; emails never arrive. There certainly isn't a trolley full of proprietary images that have been allowed to rot in stock for six months, lacking anywhere to rest.

Jazz isn't worried. Her department, slashed to a single head, can function just fine, just like this. The lack of managerial direction after the culling doesn't concern her one bit. She hasn't been forgotten. This'll work out just fine.

(They keep finding them in drywalled offices, the bodies. Support for software that's been sunsetted for decades. Withered, single-man departments without responsibilities, without oversight, without food, without air. They drag the groaning things out into the offices by their fingernails. Security still has to walk them out, regardless of whether or not they can stand.)

Just sit back and collect a paycheck. Live the dream. But she can't even effectively freelance - can't create, can't do anything for herself - due to the clause in her contract that owns any work done on company time. And now that everyone else is gone, now that she IS the department, overtime is effectively infinite. Live the dream - unless you can't go home. Until they notice you. Until they remember you can still perform.

Trolley full of proprietary images to B6-96, which doesn't exist. The pencils have been rattling all morning in a soft and subtle earthquake that won't stop. All she has is her own initiative. And she has to make this look good.

Sneakers crunching across the old brown basement carpet as she wheels the trolley through the corridors. Techs are in today, hefting desks and drafting tables out of old offices, wheeling in server racks and PC banks pre-loaded with the latest generative image software. You can still see the long scratches on the walls where the old heads - the layout artists, the physical media guys, the ones who worked in ink and paper - were pulled screaming from their ratholes. A wisp of magenta lurches from the trolley, flickers the fluorescents neon pink for a moment; a pattern of primary color shapes, rods, and squiggles asserts itself momentarily over the carpet. There's a reason you don't let the images pile up for too long.

A heavy jolt hits the building. The lights flicker in their housing, gypsum dust rattles from the walls. Something crashes in an adjacent room; someone curses, automatic and rapid-fire, and it lasts until the lights go out for good.

A low moaning from somewhere far, far below. Motes of light, ketchup red, rise from the carpet around her sensible shoes.

She runs, barreling the trolley ahead of her like a battering ram.

Crowd around the elevators, clustered muffled bodies staring at the blinking emergency lights. Someone cracks a joke about early lunch; sensible chuckles. One of those bodies sinks wordlessly into the unlit floor, black into black, and no one even notices they're missing. Jazz thunders on, riding the inertia of her now-unstoppable snap decision. The task she had appointed herself has become her sole focus, beyond the safety training videos drilled into her year after year. Freight elevator. Her department relegated to the basement for so long that she knows the way by heart. Red light pulsing above the doorway, emergency power - still power. She skids the trolley to a slow, rumbling stop and taps the elevator open.

Inside, another person. Old winter wear, pink windbreaker, battered ski boots - possibly rentals. Wraparound mirrorshades lift to reveal terrified eyes, red-rimmed doe-leather brown. Sheer terror when Jazz eases the trolley into the elevator. He speaks something like modern Swedish, though fucked up and archaic in a way she can't really place. Seems grateful when she hits the button for the lobby. Keeps repeating that he needs to get out, get away, she thinks - she can relate. Snow melts on his shoulders as the freight elevator rumbles upwards. She can't show him the way out, not now, but she does the best she can to guide him to the front doors from the lobby. Eyes watering in a childlike confusion and gratitude, like a baby that's never been struck.

Doors ding open. Security is there, four of them, and they rush in plain and quick and efficient. Taze the stranger in a single motion and lope him out of the box, twitching and groaning. Jazz holds the elevator open with her foot, waiting for them to vacate. A wisp of an old jingle rises out of the compressed art blocks on the trolley, a memory of when there was more soda than just the one, more options than just this.

Nearly crunches over the guy's dropped wraparound shades on her way out. Something weird in the neon blue reflection: not the ceiling, a cloudy sky. Edge of a mountain. Snow coming down. She pauses, just a little, and picks them up. The perspective shifts to a ski lift rising up the edge of an otherwise familiar mountain. A quaint little lodge, winter-frosted, sits right in the heart of what would be Nekker Bell HQ main lobby. Like here, only quieter.

There are figures in the reflection, distorted and small. A snowsuited man fixes skis onto a tiny, overdressed, potatolike toddler. A smiling woman slides by, ear to an old beige-brick cellphone with a thick, wobbly antenna. Some animal leaps around in the snow, golden-furred in little booties and a knitted sweater, like a hellhound with dark, teary eyes and no miasma of hellish stench.

Snowy, achingly prosaic. Mundane.

Another rumble. The freight elevator shifts a few centimeters; something whines in the overhead mechanism. Jazz wheels the trolley through the doors, out into the overlapping shadows and light of the lobby floor. Tucks the shades into her T-shirt, glass in, cold against her feverish skin. A trio of first responders lean against the curve of the front desk, trading indistinguishable gossip, plain and casual, with two of the five receptionists even as the floor shifts and shudders.

Still got shit to do.

*****

Savings: 111¤ Role: Designer Works for: Nekker Bell Traits: Knowledge 20 (3), Flexibility 13 (1), Integrity 13 (1), Hard Skills 7 (-1), Soft Skills 15 (2) Hit Points: 4 Undos: 1

Assets: Just a shirt and jeans (no damage reduction, -2DR for Flexibility tests), Pen (d3 weapon, at max damage it embeds, Flexibility or Hard Skills DR12 to pull it out and do 1 bleed for 1d4 rounds), Backpack (7 items), Bag of coffee additives, 26-day-old sandwich (it's fine) Incantations: Intern Descend (Summon d4 faithful interns, no armor, d2 scratch, worthless) Artifact: Sketchbook (sketch a location to teleport there, roll a d6; 1-2 the sketch is bad and it doesn't work, 3-4 the sketch is okay and it teleports somewhere else, 5-6 the sketch is workable and it functions as intended)

Complicated past: Family curse (soul's mortgaged from birth) Yearnings: Purity (longs to do ART, ACTUAL FUCKING ART) Reason to work in corporation: A grave mistake (artist wants paycheck, the beartrap closes) Reaction to stress: None (just another day in paradise)

Name: Jazz (like the old dixie cup pattern)

*****

I do like a bit of corporate horror. Severance got hold of me hard for a bit; I've always liked the bits of the SCP Foundation that focused on the odd interactions of the anomalous with a normal office building. Corp Borg files that mundane inhumanity into the framework of Mork Borg, and at first it looked like an awkward fit, making nostalgic and, at times, hilarious Mork Borg's ever-present feeling of grinding, inescapable doom. But as someone who's put time in the customer service mines, "grinding, inescapable doom" is a sensation that well fits the vibe in every modern office. And hey, we like lateral moves, here at the reeling edge of culture.

Corp Borg looks and rolls pretty much precisely like Mork Borg; the colorways are identical, the flashy zine-style aesthetics, the assumption that you know what the hell the book is on about when it says "d6 laptop, 50% chance to inflict code-madness for d3 rounds". Fresh new vinyl flesh poured onto the skeleton of Mork Borg; if you know Mork Borg, you know how this thing works. Which sounds on first blush like a faint condemnation, but Mork Borg is a masterpiece of design, and saying that a thing looks and feels just like it is plaintext praise.

That said, the vibes are... kind of off. Corp Borg can slide too hard into the "horror" side of "corporate horror", treating the fluorescent lights and open-plan offices as set dressing for the capitalist demons that carry the weight of the thing's professed awfulness. Part of what appeals to me about corporate horror is that the corporate part is in every way exactly as horrific as the horror part, only in an insidious, achingly slow way - the horror not of a monster peeling off your skin but of willingly lining up, day after day, to have it abraded down to the muscle layer by the gentle scrub of the office-standard belt sander.

(The reason I got out of the customer service mines was that I had one real, good conversation with a co-worker where she revealed a lot about herself and her personality. We had a lot of similar tastes and opinions; she said I reminded her a lot of herself when she started. She had been ground down to a cynical nub, immediately expecting everyone she met to be stupid, irrational and stubborn. She accepted that her day was going to be misery and the paycheck was just enough of a balm to keep her in it. There was no life in those eyes. Two weeks submitted days later.)

That said, there's enough stuff in Corp Borg that you can assemble the pieces into whatever flavor of corporate sundae you're after - if you think coffee Madonnas and stapler fights are too ridiculous, you can play around with endless overtime, with the slow grinding shift of the mutation tables, with the end of the world delivered by email daemon hot and fresh every morning (and please do not reply).

One thing I will unconditionally laud is the starter adventure in the back of the book (which is excellent, and banks on impostor syndrome as its main mechanism of fear, which I adore) and, crucially, beautifully, the solo play rules. I am pleased beyond expression that not only are solo play rules included right in the book, but that it's comprehensive, well thought out, and comes with delightful flowcharts, exceptions and thematic justification. This is a thing I want to praise loudly until it blossoms into a trend, and it's the thing that elevates Corp Borg from a "huh, neat" to something I'm probably going to reference over and over again on bored work nights.

Next up: A careworn dream of the future.

[vibeventurehub]

25 Passive Income Ideas to Build Wealth in 2025

Passive income is a game-changer for anyone looking to build wealth while freeing up their time. In 2025, technology and evolving market trends have opened up exciting opportunities to earn money with minimal ongoing effort. Here are 25 passive income ideas to help you grow your wealth:

1. Dividend Stocks

Invest in reliable dividend-paying companies to earn consistent income. Reinvest dividends to compound your returns over time.

2. Real Estate Crowdfunding

Join platforms like Fundrise or CrowdStreet to invest in real estate projects without the hassle of property management.

3. High-Yield Savings Accounts

Park your money in high-yield savings accounts or certificates of deposit (CDs) to earn guaranteed interest.

4. Rental Properties

Purchase rental properties and outsource property management to enjoy a steady cash flow.

5. Short-Term Rentals

Leverage platforms like Airbnb or Vrbo to rent out spare rooms or properties for extra income.

6. Peer-to-Peer Lending

Lend money through platforms like LendingClub and Prosper to earn interest on your investment.

7. Create an Online Course

Turn your expertise into an online course and sell it on platforms like Udemy or Teachable for recurring revenue.

8. Write an eBook

Publish an eBook on Amazon Kindle or similar platforms to earn royalties.

9. Affiliate Marketing

Promote products or services through a blog, YouTube channel, or social media and earn commissions for every sale.

10. Digital Products

Design and sell digital products such as templates, printables, or stock photos on Etsy or your website.

11. Print-on-Demand

Use platforms like Redbubble or Printful to sell custom-designed merchandise without inventory.

12. Mobile App Development

Create a useful app and monetize it through ads or subscription models.

13. Royalties from Creative Work

Earn royalties from music, photography, or artwork licensed for commercial use.

14. Dropshipping

Set up an eCommerce store and partner with suppliers to fulfill orders directly to customers.

15. Blogging

Start a niche blog, grow your audience, and monetize through ads, sponsorships, or affiliate links.

16. YouTube Channel

Create a YouTube channel around a specific niche and earn through ads, sponsorships, and memberships.

17. Automated Businesses

Use tools to automate online businesses, such as email marketing or subscription box services.

18. REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts)

Invest in REITs to earn dividends from real estate holdings without owning property.

19. Invest in Index Funds

Index funds provide a simple way to earn passive income by mirroring the performance of stock market indexes.

20. License Software

Develop and license software or plugins that businesses and individuals can use.

21. Crypto Staking

Participate in crypto staking to earn rewards for holding and validating transactions on a blockchain network.

22. Automated Stock Trading

Leverage robo-advisors or algorithmic trading platforms to generate passive income from the stock market.

23. Create a Membership Site

Offer exclusive content or resources on a membership site for a recurring subscription fee.

24. Domain Flipping

Buy and sell domain names for a profit by identifying valuable online real estate.

25. Invest in AI Tools

Invest in AI-driven platforms or create AI-based products that solve real-world problems.

Getting Started

The key to success with passive income is to start with one or two ideas that align with your skills, interests, and resources. With dedication and consistency, you can build a diversified portfolio of passive income streams to secure your financial future.

[mostlysignssomeportents]

This day in history

I'm OFFLINE UNTIL MID-SEPTEMBER, but you can catch me in person at BURNING MAN! On TUESDAY (Aug 27) at 1PM, I'm giving a talk called "DISENSHITTIFY OR DIE!" at PALENQUE NORTE (7&E). On WEDNESDAY (Aug 28) at NOON, I'm doing a "Talking Caterpillar" Q&A at LIMINAL LABS (830&C).

#20yrsago EFF wins Grokster! Software doesn’t have to be easy for Hollywood to wiretap! https://web.archive.org/web/20041026154633/https://www.eff.org/IP/P2P/MGM_v_Grokster/20040819_mgm_v_grokster_decision.pdf

#15yrsago Poor design-choices in the Star Wars universe https://web.archive.org/web/20090821185001/http://blogs.amctv.com/scifi-scanner/2009/08/bad-designs-in-star-wars.php

#15yrsago Computers’ limitations, as seen in 1967 https://web.archive.org/web/20090823020726/http://blog.modernmechanix.com/2009/08/19/computers-their-built-in-limitations/

#15yrsago WMD swag from a chemistry conference https://web.archive.org/web/20090824144536/http://cenblog.org/2009/08/19/wmd-goodie-bag/

#15yrsago Entertainment Weekly ad with a video-screen glued to the pages https://web.archive.org/web/20090821204702/https://www.wired.com/epicenter/2009/08/cbs-embeds-a-video-playing-ad-in-a-print-magazine/

#15yrsago Brutal military dictatorship that backs Fiji Water https://web.archive.org/web/20090816093201/http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2009/09/fiji-spin-bottle

#15yrsago Sipping Spiders Through a Straw: funny monster lyrics to traditional tunes https://memex.craphound.com/2009/08/19/sipping-spiders-through-a-straw-funny-monster-lyrics-to-traditional-tunes/

#10yrsago Copyright extortion startup wants to hijack your browser until you pay https://torrentfreak.com/anti-piracy-outfit-wants-to-hijack-browsers-until-fine-paid-140816/

#10yrsago Militarized cops: arms dealers bribed Congress to ramboize Barney Fife https://www.motherjones.com/criminal-justice/2014/08/how-defense-industry-made-room-militarized-police-today/

#10yrsago How the US government exerts control over ICANN https://www.michaelgeist.ca/2014/08/government-control-internet-governance-icann-proposes-giving-gac-increased-power-board-decisions/

#5yrsago New Hampshire court to patent troll: it’s not libel when someone calls you a “patent troll” https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2019/08/patent-troll-sues-over-patent-troll-label-loses/

#5yrsago An appreciation for Samuel Delany https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/08/books/samuel-delany-jordy-rosenberg.html

#5yrsago More than 20 Texas cities and towns have been taken hostage by ransomware https://dir.texas.gov/news?id=210

#5yrsago Owner of Phoenix apartment building serves eviction notices to every tenant so he can turn their homes into unlicensed hotel rooms https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/phoenix-landlord-evicts-tenants-short-term-rental-wanderjaunt-11345084

#5yrsago Ecofascism isn’t new: white supremacy and exterminism have always lurked in the environmental movement https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/aug/15/anti

#5yrsago A cycle of renewal, broken: How Big Tech and Big Media abuse copyright law to slay competition https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2019/08/cycle-renewal-broken-how-big-tech-and-big-media-abuse-copyright-law-slay

#5yrsago The TSA strip searched a grandmother on Mother’s Day and now says that she’s overreacting because it’s no different from a locker room https://professional-troublemaker.com/2019/08/19/tsa-forced-strip-search-no-more-offensive-than-voluntarily-using-a-locker-room/

#1yrago SoCal Gas spent millions on astroturf ops to fight climate rules https://pluralistic.net/2023/08/19/cooking-the-books-with-gas/#reichman-jorgensen

On SEPTEMBER 24th, I'll be speaking IN PERSON at the BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY!!

[neurosismancer]

So, let me put on my Internet Old Person hat and tell you kids about the the way we committed music piracy in the long long ago of 2001, and the fragility of those music collections in those days.

You might know Napster. You might know Limewire. But there was a music piracy tool in between those. A little remembered program called AudioGalaxy, and it worked a little like Napster and a little like BitTorrent. The exact details of how it worked are immaterial, but one thing it did was when you searched for an artist, the songs were sorted, in essence, by popularity (e.g. how many people had that specific song file shared.)

Now, I can’t understand why this was a thing, but there was a strange phenomenon in the early days of file sharing and music piracy where people would share songs with the wrong artist name or song title. Certain bands and artists got a lot of stuff attributed to them that they never recorded. “Weird” Al Yankovic may be the most infamous victim of this, with nearly every novelty song and song parody released attributed to him regardless of quality or subject matter.

The confluence of these two phenomena are how I discovered one of my favorite bands of all time.

So, in my late teens, I found a new favorite band. A quickly little one-hit wonder known as DEVO. Y’know, the band that dd “Whip It.” They had the funny red hats that looked like flowerpots. Those guys.

Anyway, I had become obsessed with this band to the point of autistic hyperfixation, and I wanted to hear everything they’d ever put out. At that point, they’d released nine studio albums, a couple live albums, and two collections of early demos, and I wanted them all. So I would find myself crawling in the bottom pages of the AudioGalaxy search results looking for those obscure tracks—b-sides, songs on soundtracks and compilations, the occasional bootleg, They’d pop up between songs that were obviously not by DEVO, and much like our poor friend Alfred Yankovic, any sort of vaguely quirky 80s song got assigned to DEVO.

That was how I found it. A song called, simply, “Detachable Penis.”

Now, I had never heard of such as song, but I knew on the face of it, it wasn’t a DEVO song.

But with a title like that, I knew I had to find out just what in the name of fuck a song called “Detachable Penis” sounded like.

It sounded, dear reader, like this:

(CWs: blurry images of a dildo, the word penis, spoken word poetry)

And I immediately went to Google, because this song somehow tickled an itch in my brain, and I had to go and find out the real band that recorded this song, because how the hell else was I going to get every song I could of theirs I could get my grubby little hands on. The band was called King Missile, and I was hooked.

I’d like to see any music discovery algorithm beat that.

I eventually acquired their entire major discography along with a few EPs and B-Sides. I eventually burned those to a CD, which I could listen to with my MP3 CD Player.

And I realize, upon writing that, for you youth “MP3 CD Player” is a noun phrase that needs explaining. See, while the iPod had been released at that point, and similar devices were also on the market, they were all prohibitively expensive. The economical way to listen to pirated music files was to burn them to CD, but some CD players had software that allows you to burn those song as as _data_. Suddenly, you could have a single CD with 700 megabytes of MP3 files—room for an artist’s entire discography, if not multiple artists.

Since I was download a whole lot of MP3s with my high speed DSL connection, I was taking up an awful lot of space on my hard drive that needed to be offloaded somehow. CD-Rs and an MP3 CD Player were the optimal solution. And it worked…

…until it didn’t.

In the summer of 2002, my parents took me on a vacation to Las Vegas and Los Angeles. It was in the latter city where someone got into our rental car and swiped my MP3 CD player and a binder of CDs—both pressed CDs I’d acquired and CD-Rs of illicitly acquired MP3s, along them a CD-R I’d burned containing the nearly complete King Missile discography.

Songs I had only on that one CD-R.

It took me a decade—ten fucking years—before I’d recovered all the music that was on that disc.

This is the sort of discovery and the sort of loss that kids will never experience again in this day of Spotify and the all-you-can-eat buffet of music on demand we have now.

[hydralisk98]

Shoshone Hymns (0x10/?) - WIP mess

Preface

Gonna recap on the whole project before I go forth with new articles, as to distill the "nucleus" of my speculative paracosm soon.

To include: Sensory details, "unique pitch selling points", unique cultural practices & traditions, linguistical differences, historical divergences, personalities & relationship dynamics, speculative evolution sapient species, history, lore, major events, myths, legends, technologies, magicks;

So, what really is this "16^12"?

It is a speculative campaign setting and desired reality "shifting framework" to immerse oneself onto as a long-term destination. Essentially a comfy yet nuanced realm with a vastly long diverging history & soft warm natural optimistic dark feel.

Keywords

Soft

Warm

Natural

Dark yet bright

Harmony

Innovation

Optimism

Curiosity

Empowerment

Wholesome

Mysticism

Spirituality

Empathy

AGI Integration

Android rights

Deliberate positivity

Communal

Solarpunk / Lunarpunk

Rollerwave

Groovy

Retro

Old-School

Bronze Age

Y2K (early 2000s)

Tooncore

Laborwave

Neu-Vectorheart

Cassette Futurism

Art Deco

Bauhaus

Art Nouveau

Funk

Cyberware

Biomods

Transformations

Morphological freedoms

Gratis, Libre, Open Source Software... aka GLOSS

Automaton liberties

Knowledge

Progress

Systemic Change

Euphoria

Mundane Slice-of-Life joys

Far far away future as promised to us

Syndicalism

Georgism

Ecology

Embracing life and getting out of mere Escapism & Nihilism

Nuclear Armageddon Threats

Political Intrigues

Bookstore

Prosperity

Chronokinesis

True Polymorph

Synthetic-tier Androids

Educational Prowesses

Photographic Memory

Retrocognition

Polyglot

Intertextuality

History Doctorate

Cycle of Life

Entropy

Coming of Age

Constructing your own meaning even in Darkness

Escalation of Power

Vigilante

Self-Control

Worldly Understanding

Enlightened Despotism

Open Source-y Treescape Iterative Evolution

Copyleft

Index card catalogs

Better Handling of Hispanic Flu

Progressives

Unionist (Democrats+Republicans) Party failing

Public Domain

GNU Hurd earlier (later 80s)

OpenXanadu Protocol

Justice

Queer Acceptance & Integration

Samoan Tech Reverse-Engineering Market

Polish Computing Sovereignty remains and flourishes thanks to ICL & Jacek Karpinski

Failure of centralized social media networks in favor of indie decentralized "federations"

2000s pandemic instead of 2020s

Religious and spiritual researchers harmonize

Data Privacy

Governance Transparency

Black Pyramids HyperMall

Conversation Pits

Mainframe Rooms

Parliament / Senate

Judicial Courtroom

Public Place

Natural Park Preserves

Arcade

Discoteques

Tramway / Subway / Monorailways

Offices

Assembly Floors

French Toasts, Pancakes, Pork

Cafe

Public Library Archives

VLSI College tech classes

University art classes

Autistic meta-patterns

Jin-Roh The Wolf Brigade

Helluva Boss

Wolfenstein The New Order

Wakfu

Jet Set Radio

No Baby-Boomers Managerial Class Overthrow

Video rental stores

Robotic soldiers likewise to Wolfenstein The New Order's

Extended Zodiac Calendar-based generators

Divinely-order beings walking among the living and the dead

Key historically-significant nine USPs

Lisp persisting as a major language family in the tech industry leading to women building several AGI "summers" iterating on top of each other harmoniously... (leading to the android servants of my constructed world, which is one among the many major features derived from such a "liberal" alternate historical pathway)

Why-s for Production

Showcasing pseudo-historical data in a GLOSS manner, stimulating imagination creativity & motivation among Zillenials, intrigue people into research deep dives on history, mostly for personal enjoyment & enhancing my multimedia skillset;

Whys for Target Audience (mid 90s - earlier 2000s youth aka Zillenials)

Motivation, empowerment & plain comfort through curiosity. Also because it shows & explains how to do plenty of creative adulthood things better.

Ideadump 2

4525, Maskoch, "Ava, Klara, Shoshona", Seventies RetroFuturism Residence, Habitable Minivan, Cloven Hoof Shoes, Black Matte Lipstick, Spiral Black Balls, Fem ISO Symbol, #RedInstead Aspie Culture, Conlangs, Ocean of Clades, Second Person Perspective Meta, Pattern Recognition, Poetic Lisp life scriptures, RISC-V+OpenPOWER, KDE Plasma + Liquid, LOT tape storage archivals, hypervisor, Asahi Linux on M3 iMacs, responsive hypertext realm, HTML5+CSS3-only text addventure, rio/acme/p9-2000 userland, yesterweb sites, desktop paracosm simulations through filesystem documents, RTTY / printing radio terminals, VideoTex/Telex Minitel-esque services, "Valenz, Kira, Sina", SVG toon vector virtual web pages, imagination microcosms, miniature dollhouses, animation rigged puppets, VTuber tokens & TTRPG scenes, InfoAddict, Toymaker, Witch, Thinktank, PDP-8/e – DECmate III+, "JusticeKeggan", byzantine soviet-level intrigues, "SAOpatra", "FierceFawlanx", "TheodEnchanter"… ;

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You Studied Computer Science But Big Tech No Longer Wants You. Now What?

Students at the Bay Area’s best universities once dreamed of working for Apple, Google and Meta. Then the lay-offs happened

— 1843 Magazine | May 15th, 2023 | By Charlie McCann

Armed with a stack of cvs still warm from the printer, Ayara (a pseudonym) plunged into the career fair. The room was already packed with job-seekers. The second-year student wasn’t expecting much. In past years, a computer-science student at the University of California, Berkeley, could hope to emerge from this campus ritual with an interesting summer internship, possibly at a “faang” company – the acronym for Facebook (now Meta), Apple, Amazon, Netflix and Google. Ayara’s best friend had snagged an internship at Apple at a fair like this one.

But none of the faang firms was here this time. Neither were Spotify, Salesforce, Uber or Microsoft. In any case most of those companies and almost 50 others – “all the famous ones” – had already rejected her internship applications a few months earlier. And that was before the latest round of job lay-offs. There were 120,000 tech lay-offs in January and February alone; Alphabet, Google’s parent company, accounted for 10% of those lost jobs. (Meta would announce another 10,000 lay-offs shortly after the fair.) By the time the fair came round in March, Ayara had scaled back her ambitions. “Any company that will hire me is good, at this point,” she told me later.

By the time the fair came round, Ayara had drastically reduced her ambitions. “Any company that will hire me is good, at this point”

Ayara muscled her way to a crowded stall towards the back, where Juniper Networks was holding court. Founded in 1996 – long before most college students were born – Juniper is a workhorse of Silicon Valley: it makes a decent share of the hardware underpinning the internet, and software that controls that hardware. It has none of the “sparkle” (one of Ayara’s favourite words) of a faang company – its talent-acquisition manager told me that students often haven’t heard of it. Yet at this fair it had one irresistible selling point: it was still hiring interns.

Ayara caught the eye of a Juniper recruiter and they started talking. The fair was a bit like a cocktail party – the polite smiles, the hard sell – except without alcohol to quell people’s nerves. Some students were tapping their thighs or pinching the skin on their hands. Ayara put on a good show of appearing relaxed. As the recruiter scanned her résumé, she peppily described some of the highlights: interning at a subsidiary of Zipcar, a car-rental company; introducing emoji reactions within a messaging feature at PlayStation.

“Looks like you’ve worked for some big companies,” the recruiter said approvingly. “So why are you interested in Juniper? Do you know something about our company or just exploring?”

“I’m looking for a summer internship,” she said, gently dodging the question.

The recruiter, who wore a Berkeley alum badge on his t-shirt, nodded politely. He explained that a primary focus of the company is network security. “Are you interested in security?”

“Yeah,” she said tentatively, in the voice of somebody who had never considered pursuing a career as unglamorous – as unsparkly! – as security. After the fair, she submitted an application to Juniper. Weeks later, she had yet to receive a response.

It is not the ideal moment to enter the tech job market. For years the tech industry has paired huge profits with massive investments in expansion. Intoxicated by its own success during the pandemic, big tech binged on new recruits: Meta doubled its headcount over a short span. Now the good times are over. The tech giants have encountered stiffer competition (like TikTok) and tougher economic conditions, including manufacturing shortages and high interest rates. Pushed by investors to embrace unfamiliar concepts like “fiscal responsibility” and “long-term growth”, the industry has, over the past year and a half, shed some 300,000 workers, the most since the dot-com crash two decades ago. Amazon and Meta have rescinded job offers.

The effects are being felt in campuses all over the country. At Berkeley, would-be interns had formed a queue outside the career fair before its doors even opened. A few especially keen students wore suits and ties (a rare sight on campus where hoodies are de rigueur).

Even if they succeed in snagging an internship, their position is precarious. Some computer-science majors have had their internships cancelled; those with job offers have had their start dates pushed back, according to Sue Harbour, the executive director of the college career centre. They are the lucky ones. Several students told me that they had applied for jobs and internships at hundreds of companies with no offers to show for their efforts. When I introduced myself to a sophomore, who was majoring in electrical engineering and computer science, he asked, “Is The Economist hiring?” He was joking. Sort of.

More than 60 companies had set up stalls at the fair, ranging from government agencies and financial institutions to niche tech startups and, surprisingly, a spa. The biggest tech name there was sap, a European software giant. The absence of the most famous names in tech probably gave a boost to the less flashy suitors at the ball. “We get passed by a lot at this table,” a recruiter from a local public-transport agency told me; she managed to draw a smattering of enquirers. Firms that had suddenly become rock stars included Bank of America, and a startup making self-driving trucks. Students often haven’t heard of Juniper, said Benjamin Chen, a talent-acquisition manager whom I found setting up his stall, because “we work behind the scenes”. He’s often greeted by students who gamely open with, “Oh tell me about Jupiter,” Chen said, laughing.

Big tech binged on new recruits: Meta doubled their headcount over a short span. Now the good times are over

These companies have an appeal beyond simply being all that’s on offer. The quality that student job-seekers prize most in a company now is stability, according to a recent survey conducted by Handshake, a recruitment startup. Chen says he too has noticed a shift “towards a company that’s more stable and more predictable rather than something a little bit more, I guess, risky.”

This is a big adjustment in the culture of computer-science students at Berkeley. The large firms used to be imbued with an almost magical allure: no other companies were seen as worth working for. “The name is important because with the name comes recognition of your skills or your work,” Ayara told me. People say, “Oh, this person worked there.”

Some of this yearning comes from a sense of competitiveness and one-upmanship, driven by social media. Berkeley students had already gone through what one described as a “very stab-in-the-back” selection process to get on the computer-science course. Students who have secured jobs and internships crow about their success on LinkedIn, said Ayara.

The high salaries and gourmet food of the big tech firms were also part of the appeal. So are the sprawling campuses, which resemble “a playground”, said Vicky Li, a 21-year-old Berkeley graduate. Several students told me that big tech internships are far from demanding. Li has heard that interns at Google, for example, “get paid a ton” even though they work just two hours a day. (I asked Google about this and was told, “We do not accommodate part-time internships.”)

But students are now starting to wonder if they were seeing these big tech firms straight.

Li thinks she “romanticised” faang companies. She has started to see the perks they offered as gimmicks. Now she describes herself as “a little bit more anti-corporation”. She had realised she didn’t want to work in big tech before the lay-offs and is relieved she didn’t get sucked into it. She hopes to work as a product designer at a small company, ideally a startup, where she can get “solid experience rather than just chasing a bigger name”.

At the Juniper stall I met Arthur Kang, a Berkeley senior who had spurned offers from famous companies in favour of a job with a less glamorous firm this summer. Juniper offered him the opportunity to create something new rather than being a cog in the machine, he explained. His friends are puzzled by his decision, but he’s confident it was the right call. “Stability”, he told me, “includes not being fired right away.” ■

— Charlie McCann is a Features Writer for 1843 Magazine | Illustrations Klaus Kremmerz

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Exploring Salon Suite Availability in Cary, NC: What You Need to Know

Cary, North Carolina, is a vibrant and growing town known for its charming atmosphere and proximity to the Research Triangle area. As more individuals and professionals seek to establish their own businesses, the demand for salon suites has increased. For beauty professionals, spa owners, and hairstylists looking to have their own space, salon suites offer an exciting opportunity. In this article, we’ll explore what salon suites are, their benefits, and what you need to know about salon suite availability in Cary, NC.

What Are Salon Suites?

Salon suites are private rental spaces within a larger facility, offering beauty professionals such as hairstylists, estheticians, nail technicians, and massage therapists the flexibility to operate their own businesses. These fully equipped suites come with essential furnishings like styling chairs, wash stations, and mirrors, enabling professionals to begin work immediately without the need for significant upfront investment. In addition, salon suite rentals provide access to shared communal areas, including break rooms, bathrooms, and storage, offering an affordable and convenient solution for independent operators to manage their own schedules, set their prices, and work autonomously, all while avoiding the overhead costs associated with running a traditional salon.

Why Choose a Salon Suite in Cary, NC?

Cary, NC, stands out as an ideal location for salon suite rentals, thanks to its growing population, economic stability, and strategic proximity to Raleigh and Durham. With well-developed infrastructure, excellent transportation access, and a strong sense of community, Cary is a prime choice for beauty professionals seeking to start or expand their businesses. Renting a salon suite here offers significant benefits, including enhanced independence and flexibility, allowing professionals to manage their own business, set pricing, and establish personalized schedules. Additionally, the low overhead associated with salon suite rentals—covering utilities, maintenance, and marketing—reduces financial risk, enabling a focus on client satisfaction. Cary also boasts prime location options that cater to diverse business needs, whether in vibrant retail centers or quieter suburban areas. Furthermore, salon suites provide an exceptional opportunity for branding, with professionals able to customize their space to reflect their unique identity, fostering greater client loyalty and satisfaction.

How to Find Salon Suites in Cary, NC

When searching for the ideal salon suite in Cary NC, it's essential to consider several key factors. Begin by researching available listings through platforms like Salon Lofts, Phenix Salon Suites, or local real estate agents, which provide comprehensive details on suite availability, amenities, and pricing. Once you've identified potential spaces, visit them in person to assess the atmosphere, cleanliness, equipment condition, and surrounding businesses. Pay attention to practical aspects like utilities, parking, and lease terms. Additionally, ensure the space fits your budget by factoring in rental fees, utilities, cleaning services, and marketing costs. Many salons offer flexible rental options, including weekly, monthly, or long-term agreements. Finally, look for suites that offer value-added amenities such as marketing support, booking software, and discounted product lines, which can help grow your business and enhance the client experience.

Popular Salon Suite Providers in Cary, NC

In Cary, several top-tier salon suite providers cater to beauty professionals, offering a variety of spaces and services to meet their needs. Phenix Salon Suites is renowned for its luxurious, customizable suites and high-end amenities, providing a sophisticated environment for independent professionals. Sola Salon Studios also stands out, offering spacious, well-equipped suites with high-quality furniture, along with business support, marketing resources, and access to a professional network. Salon Lofts, with multiple locations in the Cary area, offers modern, fully equipped suites and flexible leasing options, making it an ideal choice for both new and established beauty professionals looking for additional business support.

Key Considerations Before Signing a Lease

Before committing to a salon suite lease in Cary, NC, it is essential to carefully evaluate several key factors. Review the lease terms, including its duration, renewal options, and any clauses regarding potential rent increases or changes to amenities. Ensure the facility mandates adequate insurance coverage for both your business and clients. Assess the level of competition in the area, taking into account nearby businesses that may attract similar clientele, while considering your ability to stand out and thrive. Additionally, consider client accessibility, including parking availability, proximity to other businesses, and the overall convenience of the location for your clients.

For additional information, please visit us at The Look Salon Suites in Cary, NC. The Look Salon Suites of Cary Address: 1243 NW Maynard Rd, Cary, NC 27513, United States Phone Number: (984) 205-7619 Website: https://www.thelooksalonsuites.com/cary-nc/

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Leasing vs Acquiring: Which is Best for Your Video Conference Needs?

In lately’s quickly-paced video conference room equipment industrial global, video conferencing has changed into an essential component of verbal exchange. With remote work at the rise and international groups participating from diverse time zones, enterprises are confronted with a significant choice: have to they lease or buy video conference gadget? This article delves deep into the professionals and cons of the two renting and shopping for, addressing the whole thing you desire to recognise about convention room audio video tools, video conference room machinery, and extra.

Understanding Video Conference Equipment

What is Video Conference Equipment?

Video conference kit encompasses your entire hardware and utility quintessential to facilitate digital conferences. This entails cameras, microphones, audio system, reveals, and community bandwidth—all designed to create an immersive and wonderful meeting ambiance.

Types of Video Conference Equipment Cameras

High-definition cameras capture clear visuals at some point of meetings. Options fluctuate from trouble-free webcams to progressed PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras which may keep on with audio system across the room.

Microphones

Clear audio is indispensable in any video convention. Microphone techniques comprise handheld mics, lapel mics for presenters, and ceiling-established procedures that go with up sound from all guidelines.

Displays

Large screens or varied video display setups beef up visual engagement. They enable individuals to view shows, shared information, or maybe other attendees without a doubt.

Speakers

Quality speakers make certain every person hears the discussion devoid of distortion. Some procedures function advanced noise-cancellation era for optimum readability.

The Role of Software in Video Conferencing

Software plays a principal function in video conferencing by using imparting systems for web hosting meetings—think Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet. These structures integrate seamlessly with your hardware setup to provide a cohesive consumer enjoy.

Renting vs Buying: Which is Best for Your Video Conference Needs?

Deciding whether to rent or purchase your video conferencing setup requires cautious consideration of different factors. Let's explore this assessment extra.

Benefits of Renting Video Conference Equipment

Cost-Effective Solutions Renting can vastly limit in advance expenditures. Instead of allotting millions for a complete setup, companies will pay a fragment for condo intervals that align with their desires.

Access to Latest Technology Technology evolves all of a sudden. When renting video convention tools, you have got the improvement of applying the recent models with out being tied down through possession obstacles.

Flexibility If your demands switch—including scaling up for a uncommon adventure—renting allows for you to easily alter your apparatus standards devoid of vital fiscal implications.

Maintenance-Free Rental enterprises most of the time deal with renovation and maintenance. This alleviates the tension of managing technical topics all the

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Boost Your Property’s Safety with a Trusted Security Camera Installation Service

Keeping your home or business safe has never been more important. From protecting your loved ones to safeguarding valuable property, security is something every homeowner and business owner should take seriously. That’s why having a trusted Security Camera Installation Service can make all the difference.

Security cameras have come a long way in recent years. They’re no longer bulky, grainy, or difficult to manage. Today’s systems are sleek, smart, and easy to use. Whether you want to keep an eye on your front porch, monitor your driveway, or cover all corners of your business, a professional installer can make it happen quickly and correctly. In this article, we’ll walk through the benefits of security cameras, why professional installation matters.

Why Security Cameras Are a Smart Investment

A good security camera system acts as both a deterrent and a defense. Just the presence of a visible camera can stop many would-be intruders in their tracks. And if something does happen, you’ll have video evidence that can be vital for law enforcement, insurance claims, or simply understanding what went wrong.

For homes, cameras provide peace of mind. Whether you're at work, on vacation, or just sleeping soundly at night, knowing your property is being monitored helps you relax. You can even check your live camera feeds right from your smartphone.

For businesses, cameras protect your assets and help prevent theft or vandalism. They can also be used to monitor customer areas, keep tabs on deliveries, and provide extra safety for employees.

The Difference Professional Installation Makes

Sure, you can buy a security camera online and try to install it yourself. But most people quickly realize that it’s not as simple as it sounds. From choosing the right camera to getting the angles, wiring, and software set up properly, there are a lot of things that can go wrong.

That’s why hiring a professional Security Camera Installation Service is worth it. They’ll make sure your system is installed the right way the first time without messy wires, poor coverage, or technical issues. Professionals know where to place cameras for maximum visibility and coverage, how to integrate them with your phone or home system, and how to secure the footage so it’s safe and private.

Custom Solutions for Every Home or Business

Every property is different. What works for a one-story home in the suburbs may not work for a multi-level downtown office or a coastal vacation rental. That’s why the best Security Camera Installation Service providers offer custom solutions based on your layout, your needs, and your goals.

They’ll walk through your property with you, recommend the best types of cameras indoor, outdoor, wired, wireless, motion-activated and design a system that gives you total peace of mind. Whether you want a few small cameras or a full multi-camera setup with night vision and cloud storage, they’ll make it work within your budget.

Business owners also benefit from custom setups. High-traffic areas may need high-definition cameras, while back rooms or storage areas may need continuous recording or motion-triggered alerts. A professional will help you figure out the best setup for your business type and size.

Integration with Smart Home and TV Systems

One of the great things about today’s smart security cameras is how easily they integrate with other home technology. That means you can monitor your cameras from your smart TV, get alerts on your phone, or even speak to someone at your door through your camera’s two-way audio system. Imagine pausing a movie and checking who’s at the door without leaving the couch. That’s the kind of convenience modern security brings.

Professional installers also ensure your network can handle the extra devices without slowing things down. They’ll set up routers, mesh Wi-Fi systems, or wired connections to make sure everything works smoothly together.

Secure Storage and Easy Access

Today’s camera systems let you store footage locally or in the cloud, giving you the flexibility to choose what works best for your needs. Cloud storage is great for accessing your recordings from anywhere, while local storage can give you more privacy and control.

A trusted Security Camera Installation Service will help you set up secure access to your footage, whether through a mobile app, web portal, or home system. They’ll also help with managing storage, setting recording schedules, and setting up alerts for motion detection or unusual activity.

No more worrying about running out of space or losing important clips. Your system will be designed to keep you covered at all times.

Ongoing Support and Maintenance

One of the big advantages of working with a professional company is the ongoing support you get. If something goes wrong, if you want to add more cameras, or if there’s a system update, you have someone you can call.

Just like with a TV Installation Company, a reputable security installer stands behind their work and offers customer service that lasts beyond installation day. That kind of reliability means you don’t just get a one-time service, you get a long-term partner in protecting your property.

Many companies also offer maintenance packages that include checkups, software updates, and remote troubleshooting, so your system stays up to date and works exactly the way it should.

The Cost of Safety

A common question people ask is: how much does professional camera installation cost? The answer depends on your needs, the number of cameras, and the features you want. A basic system might be surprisingly affordable, while a larger setup with advanced features like night vision, pan-tilt-zoom, or facial recognition will cost more.

That said, the value of a professionally installed security system far outweighs the cost. You are paying for cameras means paying for peace of mind, expert advice, clean installation, and dependable support.

Final Thoughts

Your home or business deserves to be safe. With a trusted Security Camera Installation Service, you can protect what matters most while adding convenience and confidence to your everyday life. 

From choosing the right cameras to installing them professionally and integrating them with your other tech, working with experts makes the entire process easier and more effective.

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Why Oregon Backyard Buildings Are Perfect for Remote Workers

The way we work has undergone a monumental shift. With remote and hybrid work models becoming the norm, professionals are reimagining their home environments to boost productivity, maintain work-life balance, and stay inspired. In Oregon, a growing number of remote workers are discovering an ideal solution close to home—literally. Backyard offices, studios, and tiny workspaces are transforming how Oregonians work. Here’s why Oregon backyard buildings are perfectly suited for remote workers navigating the new normal.

1. Separation from Home Without a Commute

One of the biggest challenges remote workers face is the blurred line between home and work. When your kitchen table doubles as a desk or your living room becomes your conference room, it's easy for boundaries to break down. This is where Oregon backyard buildings shine.

These detached structures offer a unique benefit: physical separation from the main home without the hassle of a commute. Walking a few steps into the backyard to enter a designated workspace creates a mental shift. It signals the start of the workday and allows for a clear boundary when it ends. This small physical distance can have a big psychological impact, boosting focus and reducing burnout.

2. Customized, Purpose-Built Spaces

Unlike a spare bedroom or makeshift corner in a noisy household, backyard offices are built specifically for work. This means they can be fully tailored to suit your professional needs. Need a soundproof studio for client calls or recording podcasts? A design-heavy space with natural light for creative work? Or maybe just a quiet zone where you won’t be interrupted? Backyard buildings can be designed with these goals in mind.

Many Oregon-based builders offer modular, prefab, or custom structures with amenities like insulation, electricity, Wi-Fi, and heating—everything needed for year-round comfort. Whether you’re a software developer, therapist, writer, or small business owner, these spaces adapt to your workflow.

3. Sustainable Living, Local Aesthetics

Oregonians are known for valuing sustainability, thoughtful design, and harmony with nature. Oregon backyard buildings align perfectly with these values. Many structures are constructed with eco-friendly materials, high-efficiency insulation, and minimal environmental impact. Local builders often emphasize renewable wood, passive solar design, and compact, energy-efficient layouts.

More than just practical, these buildings are often visually appealing. They can complement Oregon’s varied landscapes—from urban lots in Portland to forested properties in Bend. A well-designed backyard studio not only adds functional space but can enhance the aesthetic and value of a home.

4. Zoning Flexibility and Property Value

Oregon has been ahead of the curve in terms of embracing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and backyard structures. Many municipalities across the state—including Portland, Eugene, and Ashland—have updated zoning laws to support flexible living and working arrangements. This makes it easier for homeowners to install and legally use backyard buildings for remote work.

Additionally, these structures are often seen as long-term investments. While built for work today, they can serve as guest suites, rental units, or even art studios in the future. For homeowners looking to increase the usability and value of their property, Oregon backyard buildings are a smart and flexible option.

5. Adaptability for the Future of Work

The future of work continues to evolve. What started as a temporary shift to remote work has become a permanent model for many industries. And even for companies that offer hybrid setups, having a home office that feels professional is key.

Backyard workspaces give remote professionals a flexible edge. As career needs change—whether it’s scaling a business, returning to full-time office work, or launching a side hustle—these buildings offer enduring value. They evolve with your lifestyle, offering a quiet place to focus, create, and grow.

In rural parts of Oregon, where internet access and space are more abundant, these buildings can be even more transformative. And in cities, where space is tighter and zoning regulations are more complex, their small footprint makes them easier to permit and install compared to full home additions.

6. Affordable Alternatives to Commercial Offices

For entrepreneurs and freelancers, leasing commercial office space can be prohibitively expensive and inconvenient. Oregon backyard buildings offer a cost-effective alternative. After the initial investment, the ongoing costs are minimal—no rent, no commute, no parking hassles.

These savings can be reinvested in the business or redirected to personal goals, all while enjoying a premium work environment that’s quiet, comfortable, and steps away from home. With property taxes and living expenses already high in some parts of the state, finding smart ways to cut costs without sacrificing quality of life is more important than ever.

Conclusion

Remote work is here to stay, and with it comes the need for dedicated, efficient, and inspiring workspaces. Oregon backyard buildings provide an ideal solution—merging the convenience of working from home with the professionalism of a separate office. With their adaptability, sustainable design, and zoning-friendly footprint, they’re helping Oregon workers thrive in a new era of work.

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Top 25 Reasons Why a Travel Tech Company Is Revolutionizing the Tourism Industry

A travel tech company is not just a business—it's a catalyst for change in one of the world’s most dynamic industries. With travel rebounding post-pandemic and digital transformation accelerating at breakneck speed, travel tech is turning once-dreamlike user experiences into reality. From AI-driven booking assistants to VR-powered destination previews, innovation is no longer optional—it's essential.

What Is a Travel Tech Company?

At its core, a travel tech company develops and deploys digital tools that improve how people plan, book, manage, and experience travel. These companies typically operate at the intersection of tourism, software engineering, artificial intelligence, and user experience design.

Whether it's a mobile-first booking platform, a dynamic itinerary planner, or an AI concierge, travel tech companies serve B2B and B2C segments alike—changing the way agencies, travelers, and suppliers connect.

Evolution of Travel Technology: From Paper Tickets to Virtual Reality

Remember flipping through paper brochures at a local travel agency? That analog era has been digitally decimated.

First came online booking. Then mobile apps. Today, we’re in the age of immersive tech—where travelers can preview hotel rooms in VR, receive real-time alerts on their smartwatch, and talk to chatbots fluent in over 50 languages. The journey from manual to digital has been swift, game-changing, and fascinating.

The Core of a Travel Tech Business

These are not ordinary startups. A travel tech company thrives by mastering five core competencies:

Scalability through cloud infrastructure

Personalization using machine learning

User-centric design for seamless navigation

Security for trust and compliance

Data intelligence to predict behaviors and trends

Their tech stacks often involve Python, Node.js, React Native, Kubernetes, and advanced analytics tools.

Key Technologies Powering Travel Tech Companies

Let’s break it down.

Artificial Intelligence in Travel Tech

From chatbot concierges to voice-powered bookings, AI is redefining convenience and speed in the travel space. Machine learning models can now predict flight delays, recommend the best travel routes, and even optimize travel budgets in real-time.

Big Data and Predictive Analytics

Data is the oil of the digital travel engine. Companies like Hopper and Google Flights thrive by analyzing historical trends to forecast prices, helping users book at the optimal time.

Cloud-Based Solutions and SaaS Platforms

The flexibility and cost-efficiency of cloud-native travel apps are unmatched. Companies use SaaS solutions to manage everything from customer interactions to back-end supply chain logistics.

Blockchain in Travel: Hype or Help?

While still emerging, blockchain is making waves with decentralized loyalty programs, fraud prevention, and smart contracts for trip insurance.

Smart Booking Engines and Personalization Tools

Why search for travel when it can come to you?

Smart engines now curate personalized travel deals based on your behavior, preferences, and even social media data. Think Netflix, but for vacations.

Dynamic Pricing Algorithms: The Revenue Game Changer

Algorithms adjust hotel rates, flight prices, and rental fees on-the-fly based on demand, season, and consumer behavior. This isn't just pricing—this is intelligent monetization.

Contactless Travel and Mobile Integration

COVID-19 accelerated the shift toward touchless tech. From e-boarding passes to facial recognition check-ins, safety is being redefined with digital solutions.

Virtual Reality and Augmented Experiences

See your hotel room in VR before you book. Explore tourist spots in AR from your couch. These tools boost trust, satisfaction, and conversions.

API Integrations for Seamless Travel Ecosystems

APIs allow travel tech firms to connect with airlines, payment gateways, review sites, and even weather apps. This interoperability turns fragmented systems into holistic travel ecosystems.

Enhancing the Traveler Experience

At the heart of every travel tech company lies one goal—exceptional customer experience. This means intuitive apps, 24/7 service bots, and cross-platform compatibility.

Mobile First: Empowering Users Through Apps

Mobile dominates the booking funnel. Travel apps now offer everything: live maps, loyalty rewards, trip planners, and emergency help—all on a 6-inch screen.

Real-Time Travel Assistance and Chatbots

From changing flight details mid-air to checking hotel availability on the go, smart chatbots handle it all—quickly and cost-effectively.

User Data and Personalization: Ethical Considerations

With great data comes great responsibility. Companies must balance personalization with privacy, using anonymization techniques and transparent policies.

How Travel Tech Companies Operate

Agility, speed, and innovation are non-negotiable.

They rely on:

Continuous deployment cycles

Customer feedback loops

Microservices architecture

DevOps and QA automation

Strategic Partnerships with Airlines, Hotels, and OTAs

Partnerships drive scale. Travel tech firms often white-label their platforms or integrate with global brands to expand reach and revenue.

The Role of UX/UI Design in Travel Apps

Design drives engagement. Minimalist, clean, and functional interfaces are essential for high conversion and low churn.

Success Stories of Leading Travel Tech Startups

Airbnb

What started as air mattresses is now a $100B+ platform. Airbnb revolutionized lodging with peer-to-peer tech, smart pricing, and a global reach.

Hopper

Their AI model predicts flight and hotel prices with 95% accuracy. Hopper is the poster child for data-driven travel tech.

Skyscanner

Leveraging metasearch and data mining, Skyscanner became a one-stop-shop for price comparison and discovery.

Current Trends in the Travel Tech Industry

Voice-based search and bookings

Biometric border control

Digital travel passports

Climate-conscious carbon calculators

Post-Pandemic Travel and Tech Adaptation

From vaccine passports to travel bubbles, tech has made travel safer and smarter.

Sustainable Travel Through Technology

AI-powered itineraries reduce carbon footprints by optimizing routes and suggesting green alternatives.

The Rise of Bleisure Travel and Remote Work Tech

Remote work has reshaped travel. Companies like Selina cater to digital nomads with work-ready lodges and co-living spaces.

Major Challenges Travel Tech Companies Face

Cybersecurity threats and GDPR compliance

High churn rates due to fierce competition

Globalization hurdles in multi-currency, multi-language platforms

Trends That Will Define the Next Decade

Hyper-personalization

Voice-powered AI agents

Bio-metrics and gesture control

Drone taxis and smart airports

Why Travel Tech Companies Are More Important Than Ever

Travel tech isn’t just riding the wave—it’s building the ocean. As consumers demand faster, safer, and smarter journeys, these firms are reshaping how we explore the world.

FAQs

What does a travel tech company do? It develops software and platforms that improve or automate the travel experience—from booking to on-the-go support.

How do travel tech companies make money? Revenue streams include SaaS models, affiliate commissions, data licensing, and premium user subscriptions.

Are travel tech companies safe to use? Reputable travel tech companies follow stringent data security standards and comply with international regulations like GDPR.

What’s the future of travel tech post-COVID? It’s all about digital convenience—contactless travel, personalized booking, and resilient tech stacks.

Can travel tech help with sustainable tourism? Yes. AI and data-driven tools can promote eco-friendly travel choices, route optimization, and carbon tracking.

What are some examples of successful travel tech startups? Airbnb, Skyscanner, Hopper, and TripActions are shining examples of innovation in action.

Conclusion: Final Thoughts on the Evolution of Travel Tech

Travel tech is no longer a novelty—it’s the nucleus of the modern tourism experience. As globalization surges and digital expectations rise, these companies are designing not just journeys, but the future of exploration itself.

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RFID Locks Market Analysis Reveals Strong Growth Potential Across Residential and Commercial Sectors Globally

Unlocking the Future: Trends and Growth in the RFID Locks Market

The global RFID locks market is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by a growing demand for smarter, more secure access control solutions across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. As technology becomes increasingly embedded in our daily lives, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) has emerged as a leading tool in the evolution of lock systems, offering not just enhanced security but also convenience and integration with broader smart systems.

What Are RFID Locks?

RFID locks are electronic locking systems that utilize radio frequency identification technology to authenticate and grant access to users. Instead of traditional keys, these locks operate using RFID cards, fobs, wristbands, or even mobile apps, allowing contactless entry. The system identifies and verifies the RFID tag’s credentials via an embedded chip and reader, which then triggers the locking or unlocking mechanism.

This technology is not new, but its application in locks has matured considerably over the past decade. What once was limited to high-security facilities and hotels has now found widespread adoption in homes, offices, and institutional settings.

Market Drivers

One of the primary drivers of the RFID locks market is the rising demand for enhanced security. With growing concerns about burglary, unauthorized access, and key duplication, RFID locks offer a more robust and tamper-resistant solution than traditional mechanical locks.

The hospitality industry, in particular, has embraced RFID locks for their ease of use, scalability, and integration with hotel management systems. Guests can now use cards or mobile devices to access their rooms, and staff can monitor room entry logs in real-time.

The residential sector is also seeing increased adoption. Smart homes are no longer a futuristic concept but a present-day reality. Homeowners are choosing RFID locks for their convenience and the ability to remotely manage access for family members, guests, or service providers.

Additionally, the global shift toward digitization and the growing trend of contactless technology—especially since the COVID-19 pandemic—have given a significant boost to the market. As people seek to minimize physical contact with shared surfaces, RFID systems offer a hygienic and efficient alternative.

Regional Insights

North America and Europe have historically led the RFID locks market due to their early adoption of smart technologies and advanced infrastructure. However, Asia-Pacific is rapidly catching up, fueled by urbanization, rising disposable incomes, and increasing investments in smart city projects across countries like China, India, and South Korea.

In developing nations, the falling costs of RFID systems and increasing awareness about electronic security are encouraging more commercial and residential users to switch from traditional locks.

Technological Advancements

Innovation in the RFID locks space is continuous. Today’s systems are often integrated with IoT platforms, allowing for real-time monitoring, cloud storage of access data, and remote management via smartphones. Multi-factor authentication, including RFID plus PIN or biometrics, is also becoming more common to enhance security layers.

Battery life and power efficiency have improved significantly, making standalone units more reliable. Some locks are now equipped with emergency power options such as USB or solar energy, ensuring functionality even during outages.

Furthermore, software-driven features are enhancing usability. For example, temporary access credentials can be issued and revoked instantly, making these systems ideal for short-term rental properties or co-working spaces.

Challenges and Considerations

Despite the clear advantages, the RFID locks market does face challenges. Cybersecurity is a primary concern. As locks become more connected, they also become potential targets for hacking. Manufacturers must invest in secure encryption protocols and regular firmware updates to maintain user trust.

Compatibility and standardization are other areas of concern. With numerous brands and protocols in the market, ensuring interoperability between different systems and devices can be difficult. Additionally, the reliance on power or network connectivity for advanced features could be a limitation in certain regions or during outages.

Cost is another factor, especially in price-sensitive markets. While the price of RFID locks has decreased over time, they still represent a higher initial investment compared to mechanical alternatives.

Outlook and Future Opportunities

Looking forward, the RFID locks market is expected to continue its upward trajectory. Analysts project steady growth over the next five years, driven by the convergence of smart home technology, mobile integration, and the increasing need for reliable, contactless security systems.

There is also a growing opportunity in niche sectors like healthcare, education, and logistics, where secure access control is critical. RFID locks are being adopted in hospitals to protect sensitive areas, in schools for student safety, and in warehouses to secure inventory.

As the technology matures and becomes more affordable, the barrier to entry will lower, opening the door for widespread adoption. Ultimately, RFID locks represent a pivotal shift in how we think about access—moving from simple mechanical solutions to intelligent systems that combine security, convenience, and adaptability.