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LEGAL ASPECTS OF THE NEW BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY

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Naturally, the new technology Blockchain, as a new way of recording and storing data, should first be considered in light of the law of personal data protection.

Questions such as who will be considered the controller and who is the processor will be difficult to answer especially in open (permissionless) blockchain platforms.

But also rights such as the right to delete or update personal data are extremely doubtful whether and how they could be satisfied in a database that is kept simultaneously in thousands of copies and in which it is impossible to modify, let alone remove data, and in fact, in the manner required by the new Regulation for the protection of personal data (GDPR).

Virtual currencies/cryptocurrencies

The legal characterization of cryptocurrencies is a prerequisite for their legal treatment and their systematic inclusion in the corresponding set of legal rules. Although the name suggests coins, the answer is not so obvious as almost none of the cryptocurrencies act as currency.

As we mentioned above, almost every open blockchain protocol provides for the creation of tokens (for example ether for the eEthereum platform) which are necessary for participation in this platform. To be able to use the protocol, or conclude and fulfill a smart contract, the participants in a transaction must have tokens of this protocol at their disposal.

Therefore, the nature and operation of cryptocurrencies are more akin to digital assets whose value is tied to and exists only within the operating ecosystem of a particular blockchain protocol (rather than a currency). This value is determined by the technical characteristics of the protocol, its functional capability, es and ultimately its appeal and dissemination to the community it addresses.

The concept of tokens can be better understood by looking at the architecture and structure of the companies that issue and own them, usually through what is called an Initial Coin Offering or ICO (referring, rather euphemistically, to Initial Public Offering – IO, i.e. the public registration, with which they have nothing to do).

These companies create services that are based on decentralized co-creation, depend on the distribution of tokens, and the main, if not the only, source of income is the increase in the value of the tokens according to the success of their “economy”.

Recently, in the case of the distribution of tokens through the Ethereum platform, the US Securities and Exchange Commission. , (SEC), ruled that these should be treated as securities and therefore their disposal is governed by applicable law.

In addition, in October 2015 the Court of Justice of the European Union in the context of the interpretation of Directive 2006/112/EC on VAT. ruled that bitcoin cannot be classified as tangible goods within the meaning of Article 14 of the VAT Directive, because it has the sole purpose of being a means of payment and that the exchange of traditional currencies for bitcoins is exempt from VAT.

Also, according to the Court of Justice of the EU, transactions involving non-conventional currencies, i.e. currencies that are not legal tender in one or more countries, are financial transactions, provided that the non-conventional currencies in question are accepted by the traders as an alternative, about conventional currencies, means of payment and are used exclusively as means of payment.

It is worth noting that according to the referral decision of the requesting court (Sweden’s Supreme Administrative Court) in the above case, the bitcoin address [pp. a user’s public key] can be compared to the bank account number.

Furthermore, according to its February 2015 report, the European Central Bank does not consider virtual currencies, such as Bitcoin, to be a form of money as defined in economics, nor from a legal point of view.

For this report, the ECB defined virtual currencies as “a digital representation of value, which is not issued by a central bank, financial institution or an electronic money institution, which, in some cases, can be used as an alternative of – traditional – money”.

For the ECB, the existing regulation that applies to the traditional financial sector cannot be applied as the traditional financial parties do not exist, and categorizes bitcoin as a “convertible decentralized virtual cryptocurrency”.

The European Union plans to regulate, at least in part, the distribution of virtual currencies as part of the revision of Directive (EU) 2015/849 on money laundering.

Consumer protection law

Today’s most popular application of blockchain technology, virtual currencies, raise important issues directly related to consumer law, due to certain disadvantages they present, in particular:

  • Lack of transparency as to how they work, as their key features are difficult for users to understand and the information available is limited, especially for the lesser-known ones. In addition, as most users treat virtual currencies as a store of value rather than a means of payment, and invest in them with the expectation of their value increasing, they are likely to fall victim to fraudulent promises from issuers (risk of investment fraud due to lack of transparency).
  • The legal status of cryptocurrencies is unclear, as is often the identity of these key actors, who are generally not subject to regulation or supervision, information that users are very likely to be unaware of, especially due to the similarity of virtual currencies with electronic money. Therefore, users do not benefit from legal protection provisions, such as the possibility of redemption or a deposit guarantee system, and are exposed to various risks that are usually limited by legislation.

Furthermore, the continuity of a virtual currency is far from guaranteed and users may be faced with an abrupt cessation of the issuance or validity of the virtual currency.

When using virtual currencies as a means of payment for goods and services, users are not protected by the refund rights granted for (unauthorized) transfers from a contractual account, as applicable under EU law. This is because in these cases there is no one payment service provider that users can turn to, and no central dispute resolution body.

Smart contracts

As programming languages are less ambiguous than human languages, this implies less uncertainty about the interpretation of the terms of a smart contract: two people may ascribe a different meaning to the same words, but not two computers in the code of a smart contract. Therefore, the scope for different interpretations of the contractual terms is significantly reduced (if not eliminated) during their execution.

On the other hand, the modification (due to e.g. changes in the mandatory legal framework that occurred after the conclusion of the contract) of the terms of a smart contract is difficult, since it has been integrated into a blockchain platform. The interlinking of smart contracts with databases (public or private) to be automatically updated with the current legal framework, and the separation of terms into modifiable and non-modifiable, are some of the solutions that have been proposed.

Also, due to the cross-border nature of transactions on a blockchain platform, in some cases, it will be difficult to identify those characteristics that are set as criteria by the rules of private international law, such as the place of residence of the parties, the place of making a contract, the place fulfillment, etc., to determine the applicable law in case this has not been agreed between the contracting parties.

Finally, the most important legal aspect of the implementation of smart contracts is arguably the stage of execution and whether the strict conditions of automatic fulfillment of the consequences against the non-compliant party are consistent with the public nature of the execution acts. The problem in bankruptcy law is similar: in the example of the starter switch, the debtor will be protected and will be able to use his car if he is placed in bankruptcy or pre-bankruptcy proceedings during which any acts of execution against the debtor are suspended.

Organizations – legal entities

In addition to applying new technology and digital governance capabilities to existing corporate types, blockchain has created an entirely new type of organization, the so-called “decentralized autonomous organization” or DAO, whose operation (from the statutes, the terms of administration up to the totality of transactions), is captured in smart contracts which “run” on a blockchain platform.

Such an organization that “operates” and is managed decentralized according to the rules installed in the software of thousands of computers in different parts of the world, raises several legal issues, such as the law that governs it, its legal characterization, the acquisition of legal personality, the way of administration, the requirements and consequences of publicity, etc.

Mergers – Legal controls

Already artificial intelligence is widely used in some legal services and especially in the legal audits that are necessary for the context of large transactions.

With the use of algorithms, it is now possible for computers to review thousands of documents and draw legal conclusions with an accuracy equivalent to human work, which would require many times more time.

Recently a Court in the United Kingdom accepted the use of artificial intelligence, in the context of legal review, despite the opposition of the other party.

With the use of blockchain technology, where all corporate governance acts, transactions, accounting entries, and assets of companies will be registered in the blockchain registry, the process of legal audits and generally establishing the financial and accounting status of a company will it is fully automated, accurate, and secure.

Procedure: evidence

But also at the level of procedure and mainly of evidentiary means, the new technology will have consequences, as it is certain that the proof of title deeds, transactions, or even the certainty of the date of actual events will (may) be done by presenting the data concerning their registration on a blockchain platform.

These data will be able to be verified with certainty by the judge without the assistance of experts since all entries in the – open – blockchain databases are public and available.

Likewise notifications with a certain date, certain content and certain receipt (delivery of documents) will be possible based on the new technology.

Procedure: forced execution

As we saw above, one of the key features of smart contracts is the automated fulfillment of contractual terms if the agreed conditions are met.

This feature, i.e. the fulfillment of contractual obligations regardless of the will of the parties and without the assistance of a third party, will have the consequence of limiting the need to resort to an enforcement procedure for contractual debts.

CONCLUSIONS

Although it is difficult to predict the evolution and degree of adoption of the new technology, it is very likely that its path will be similar to other innovative proposals of the recent Internet past and will eventually either be adopted by central authorities or organizations or become a technological guide for the improvement of existing services and technologies to the extent that blockchain technology offers advantages over them.

Whether the new technology blockchain and cryptocurrencies will live up to these expectations depends to a large extent on whether the citizens have the maturity to take power but above all the responsibilities that its decentralized philosophy implies and that the new technology promises to give them.

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3 ways to deal with a clogged drain

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How is a main sewer line getting clogged according to Αποφράξεις Πειραιάς? Well, there are several possible causes of blockages which we will see in our article.

In short a blockage, a blockage can form from oils, hair and other debris that stick together and block the pipe. This is why it is so important not to pour oils, food and grease down the kitchen sink or flush anything down the toilet.

Other causes of a blocked sewer line include tree roots from neighboring trees that have found a food source and then grow into the pipe.

When your main sewer line gets blocked, it’s not a situation you want to ignore. If not fixed quickly, the sewage will make its way into your home with foul smell, huge mess and even potential health hazards.

Services for the correction of the main sewer line

Fixing your main sewer line and general drain blockage is not a do-it-yourself job unfortunately. It’s not DIY. A professional plumber or specialist blockage company should come to your premises to check the situation and suggest the best way to repair or replace the pipe. Here are three types of services that may be needed:

A. Camera sewer inspection

Because the main sewer pipe is underground, it’s hard to access and see what’s really going on. That’s where a camera drain diagnosis can be valuable. A probe with a small camera is sent through the sewer line until it reaches the blockage.

This will tell the plumber where the blockages are and what problems they are causing. Camera pipe inspection also gives us valuable information that can guide his recommendation on the most effective, least expensive method to fix the problem.

Unclogging cameras are a tool that makes the process of an obstruction much easier. When a drain clogs up too often and you can’t find the reason why, then the ideal solution is camera unclogging. Thus, there is no need to dig many meters or break walls, tiles and floors, nor to remove pipes.

Thanks to these cameras, we will be able to locate the exact point of the problem. All the clog cameras we use have a special positioning system for each drain problem. This means they immediately lead us straight to the source of the problem so we can focus directly on fixing it.

With the obstruction cameras we detect leaks, corrosion, cracks, perforations as well as objects such as roots, branches and any accumulations of grease. Also, maybe a ring that you thought you had lost will be found on her way.

B. Disconnecting the main drain

If the pipe is in good condition and only has an internal blockage, then the unblocking company may be able to unblock it without replacing the pipe which requires excavating your property. A special grade drill is sent through the main sewer line. The auger head can break the blockage to open the pipe flow.

C. Branch line blockage

Sometimes it may not be a general line blockage and the blockage may not be in the center line of the basement sewer but in a pipe through a toilet, tub or sink.

In this case, the unclogging company can use special flexible tools to break up the blockage in the branch line. This is usually an easier and less expensive method of determining a backup sewer line.

Once you notice signs like multiple drains clogging at the same time, toilets not flushing as they should, or bubbles coming out of the drains, it’s time to call a reliable occlusion company.

Ways to remove sewage and clean drains

Clogging of drains, failure to observe waste safety is the most common cause of sewage overflow in the home. When drain pipes become blocked, sewage can overflow from municipal and domestic drains into your home through your plumbing system.

Not only can this cause significant damage to property, sewage contains many disease-causing bacteria that are dangerous to your health. For these reasons, it is imperative to have your drain serviced at regular intervals by a certified clogging company.

Sewage and sludge damage is treated by professionals quickly, removing sewage, protecting people and property, immediately removing potentially harmful contaminants and restoring the environment to a dry state.

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6 styling mistakes that harm your health

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Our stylistic choices – γυναικεία ρούχα – are determined by many factors. Fashion, trends, personal taste, etc. However, great importance must also be given to comfort and practicality. Many times we sacrifice the last two on the altar of aesthetics. Nevertheless, we must at least take care to avoid stylistic mistakes that harm our health by following simple tips.

You wear very tight clothes

Tight and fitted clothes may be sexy and flattering, but there is a limit to how tight they should be.

For example, the skinny jeans we love so much can cause problems with blood circulation, muscles, digestive system and create swelling. The same goes for very tight shirts.

Apart from the unsightly part of the gaps between the buttons that expose our body, they can cause breathing problems.

You don’t pay attention to the material of your underwear

Underwear is an essential part of our clothing. Lace and satin may look better and synthetic materials may be cheaper, but the priority should be different.

We should choose cotton underwear in our daily life or at least for most of the day. Synthetic materials do not absorb moisture well, trapping it, increasing the chances of an infection or even fungus.

Especially now in the summer when the heat factor is even more intense, we have to be doubly careful. Of course, in this case too, it is true that very tight underwear does not favor the proper functioning of the body.

Wrong choice of bra

Every woman has a different body and, consequently, different needs. For example, choosing a bra should be based on your breast size and not just on the designs you like. Women with large breasts need a lot of support.

For this reason, it is good to prefer a full cup bra. If you don’t choose the right bra, you are likely to face back and neck pain.

Also, another thing to pay attention to in the bra is the correct fit on the back. Adjust your braces properly so you don’t have problems with shoulder pain.

High heels

We all know how feminine and sexy heels are. However, using them for long hours is not the wisest choice we can make.

It is known that high heels can cause several problems such as foot, lower back and back pain, calluses, strain on the Achilles tendon, bunions and more. Try to avoid them, therefore, in appearances that will last a long time.

I’m sure you’ve heard it again, walking in high heels is the worst thing for your feet. The reason is that the weight of the body falls forward, since you press on the toes and thus put force backwards and all this pressure affects the spine.

Unfortunately the results of this pressure can be seen after a while (cramps, pain in the legs and waist) but luckily there are also low heels – which are also very fashionable – to prefer them.

Oversized bags

Yes yes, I know we here have told you how big the trend is for oversized bags in 2022. However, that doesn’t mean you have to load them up with unnecessary items. The extra weight will cause pain in your shoulders and back. Choose your favorite oversized bag, but don’t overload it.

Yes, the bigger the bag, the more stuff it can hold. But because you usually hold these bags on your side, stress is put on the muscles causing them to be unbalanced (for example, one shoulder being higher than the other).

But there are worse: The heavy bag can cause pain in the neck, shoulders and spine.

The solution: a few days a week leave the big bag and prefer a small, light purse.

Flip flops

It’s summer and the use of flip flops as a staple shoe is almost universal. It is an easy shoe and suits the relaxed mood we have at the moment. However, there are several reasons not to wear flip-flops every day and for long hours.

Stylistically it is something that all fashion connoisseurs hate. Beyond that, however, flip-flops don’t offer your foot the support and stability it needs. They are flat, not anatomically designed, do not absorb shocks and cause many injuries.

These are the most basic stylistic mistakes that we all make that harm our health. It would be good, therefore, to try to limit them.

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10 Causes and solutions for problems with blockage of sewer pipes.

10 Causes and solutions for problems with blockage of sewer pipes.

Sewer blockages can be annoying, but if you understand what is happening and treat them early with the help of Apofraxeis Anagnostou technicians, they are relatively easy to correct and you may be able to avoid more serious leaks, overflows or electrical damage.

Why do the sewer pipes become clogged?

Here we have to separate the 3 main points in our space where this is done and put the causes separately:

1. Obstructions in the kitchen

We have seen it many times even in the news the reports of fats that can cause huge public sewer blockages, with the result that sewage accumulates in houses and streets. The things that must be put in the trash and create blockages in the kitchen drains are:

Fat And Oil. The bad habit of throwing cooked potato oil in the sink is one of the most serious problems. Grease and oil can be a liquid when entering a sewer, but it soon cools down there and will thicken quickly. It will become a sticky solid mass that adheres to the walls of the pipes and attaches more waste to it. It’s a must have, for any Affiliate, promoting any program. The recommended solution is to use a fat trap (a disposable lined container) to dispose of used oils and fats. Alternatively keep a mini bin in the kitchen for food waste – it is healthy for both the pipes and the planet!
Food leftovers from dishes and pans.
Hair of all shapes. Hair from both humans and pets is also an important barrier to tubing. The simplest way to prevent blockages and blockage of drains from creating hair is to install grids and filters in all your ducts . Especially in the shower and bath pipes. A grid in the kitchen sink will also trap food waste from washing. They are easy to clean – just make it a habit to empty them regularly.
Coffee beans. Yes. because some wonderful compounds are created based on coffee something like organic glue. Coffee beans look like a harmless, free product to rinse in the sink. However, you may be surprised to learn that they are a high risk factor for blockages. Discard them – along with other food waste, such as rice and pasta – in the food waste bin
Kitchen rolls and papers.

2. Obstructions in the toilet

  • Makeup cleaning products
  • Baby wipes (even if they say “flushable”)
  • Diapers
  • Plaster and bandages
  • Tampons and applicators (plastic and cardboard)
  • Hygiene and incontinence items
  • Razors
  • Fibrous materials . Items such as wet wipes, floss, cotton and feminine hygiene items should be discarded in the bin and not flushed down the toilet. They can easily get stuck in rough places in drains and accumulate in possible blockages.

VERY DANGEROUS MATERIALS – ATTENTION SOS

Pharmaceuticals and chemicals

Engine oil, paints, battery fluids and solvents must be disposed of safely in accordance with local regulations. They should never be introduced into the water supply where they can damage our groundwater and be toxic to plants and wildlife. Return unused medicines to a pharmacist for safe disposal

3.  Outdoors blockages

It goes without saying that you should always try to keep the pipes in your yard free of leaves, foliage, twigs, stones or other garden debris that could enter the sewer and cause blockages.

Regularly sweeping your garden, and using leaf compost is one way to prevent clogging of these pipes and tubing. It is also good to check regularly, if you have an external septic tank, its height. Monthly maintenance and cleaning of cesspools must be done on time.

If blockages occur frequently and you are taking care of all of the above then you may need to seek help from a specialized blockage company. Because the problem can be mechanical (poor gravity of the piping) to identify the cause and relieve the blockage.

There are some techniques that a drainage expert will use. Including the use of CCTV, ie piping control camera. (see also the article blockages with a camera ) to take a closer look at the blockage company and to identify the difficult and inaccessible points of the sewer to see what has blocked the flow of water. Professional obstructors can also advise you on what you need to do in the future to prevent this from happening again.

Tips for keeping your drains clean

Educate your family on what is safe and unsafe to dispose of in sewer pipes. It is also a good idea to use some simple regular cleaning procedures.

  1. A handful of baking soda in the sewer. Followed by a kettle of hot (not boiling) water, it will help dissolve and relax any fats that have begun to accumulate.
  2. A cup of vinegar will work the same way.
  3. Buy an obstructive spiral for your home. A long, flexible tool – to remove accumulations and disconnect the early accumulation.

Most blockages can be avoided. However, if the sewer pipes become blocked, seek professional help immediately. The Apofraxeis Anagnostou unblocking company has a specialized workforce. It can handle all blockage issues and offer a range of blockage related services in your home.

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How do couples manage disagreement over sexual desire?

How do couples manage disagreement over sexual desire

How do couples manage disagreement over sexual desire?

People differ significantly in the degree of sexual desire as escorts claim. What strategies do couples use to negotiate differences in their sexual desire?

There is nothing conventional about sex in relationships, nor do we need to focus on average studies because it blurs the great diversity of human sexual experience. Thus, we lose the meaning, if, for example, we wonder how often couples “should” have sex.

While some people think that having sex once or twice a month is enough to make a connection with their partner, others need it daily or even more often. In other words, people differ significantly in the degree of sexual desire.

Also, even on an individual level, we may experience differences in sexual desire. Some days we feel an ardent need for sex, while other days not so much. And there are those days when we have no appetite for sex. This wide variety of differences, both between partners and on an individual level, is the only normal thing about sexual desire.

What strategies do couples use to negotiate?

Based on these differences, it is inevitable for couples to experience disagreement in sexual desire. In fact, this is one of the most common reasons couples seek couple treatment. However, with or without help, couples find ways to negotiate differences in their sexual desire, although some of them tend to be more satisfied.

To clarify this issue, Athens escorts asked 229 adults in a stable relationship to describe the strategies they use to deal with sexual dysfunction.

Initially, partners responded to questionnaires that aimed to assess their overall levels of sexual satisfaction, relationship satisfaction, and sexual desire. The escort girls found no gender differences in sexual and relational satisfaction. However, men reported higher levels of sexual desire than their partners, which is consistent with the previous questionnaire.

Sex partners were then asked to report the strategies they use to negotiate differences in sexual desire with their partners. They also rated how satisfied they were with each strategy they use. This was an open-ended question, as the escorts in Athens wanted to gather as many strategies as possible.

The call girls then conducted a content analysis, based on which they were able to group all the strategies mentioned in five areas and which were categorized based on the level of sexual activity they involved. It is important to note that for questionnaire purposes, “sex” was defined as intercourse. The following are the findings of the questionnaire:

Distance

The partner with the lowest sexual desire rejects the other partner’s attempts for sexual intercourse or even complains about them, while the partner with the highest sexual desire either gives up or directs his thoughts to non-sexual activities such as exercise or hobbies.

While 11% of Athens ladies reported distancing themselves from their partners, only 9% of them considered it a strategy that led to satisfactory results. Of all the strategies for managing differences in sexual desire, distancing is by far the least helpful. It also tends to cause significant problems in the relationship in the long run.

Contact

The couple discusses the reasons for the disagreement regarding the sexual experience and tries to find a compromise solution, such as planning sex for another moment. Only 11% of respondents said they used this strategy, but 57% said it had proven useful.

Couples bond more when they can communicate openly and honestly their feelings and desires and may also be able to resolve their differences by doing so.

However, trying to communicate can lead to frustration if the partners become defensive or do not feel comfortable talking about sexual problems.

Engaging in activities without a partner

This category included activities such as masturbating, watching pornography, and reading romance or romance novels.

About 27% of respondents viewed sexual rejection in this way, and about 46% of them considered it a useful strategy. Indeed, more than half of the participants cited masturbation as one of the strategies they use, even if it was not the approach they often used.

As a temporary solution to the temporary mismatch in sexual desire, self-stimulation was cited as a pretty good solution. However, feelings of bitterness are likely to arise when a partner feels that this is the only way to satisfy his or her sexual needs.

Engaging in joint activities

These include activities such as cuddling, massage, and showering together that may or may not lead to sex. Alternatively, the partner with the lowest desire may offer a different sexual activity, such as masturbation or oral sex. More than a third of partners (38%) said they used this approach, while 54% of them said it led to satisfactory results.

Even non-sexual activities, such as cooking a meal together or holding hands while walking in the park, are important bonding experiences that can unite couples and help the partner with the least desire to regain sexual interest in the other half.

Participation in sexual activity, whatever it is

In some couples, the partner with the lowest sexual desire may offer a “quick intercourse” instead of “normal sex“. Some people give in to sex even if they are not in the mood and often get irritated during the process.

Partners who reported using this approach expressed their belief in the importance of sex in a relationship and their desire to meet the needs of their partner. Although only 14% of respondents said they used this approach, 58% said they were happy with the results.

This questionnaire shows that couples use a variety of strategies to deal with differences in their sexual desires and that each of them can be quite effective in solving the problem.

The only exception is distancing, which is detrimental to the relationship, especially when it becomes common practice. If you find that you are rejecting your partner’s approaches, you need to communicate the reasons for your lack of interest and offer your partner non-sexual alternatives for connection.

You also need to be open to the possibility that your sexual desire will return as soon as your other emotional and relationship needs are met.

Similarly, if you find that your sexual approaches are interrupted on a repetitive basis, you need to open a channel of communication with your partner, not cut him off.

In addition, it is important to keep in mind that listening is much more important than talking if you want to understand where your partner’s behavior comes from. As you meet his other needs, you may find that he approaches you more sexually.

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9 ways to hide your IP address

9 ways to hide your IP address
9 ways to hide your IP address

There are many reasons why you might want to hide your IP address with the help of our company MyIp, experts in web hosting, from having discounted airfare to accessing content that is not available in your home country. This allows you to unblock Netflix libraries in many different countries, as well as platforms such as Hulu and BBC iPlayer, which are blocked in many parts of the world .

It is also a great way to protect your privacy and prevent your personal information from falling into the hands of advertisers, hackers and others.

What is an IP Address?

An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a unique set of numbers and decimals used to identify each device connected to the Internet . Each device that is connected to a computer network has its own unique IP address. But if you have connected several devices through a WiFi router, then their IP addresses are the same.

When you visit a website, your device sends a request to the website server using the website’s IP address. The request returns with the information you requested using your own IP address.

There are two types of IP addresses. IPv4 (Internet Protocol version 4) addresses consist of four two-digit or three-digit numbers separated by periods (for example 123.45.67.89). IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6) addresses are much larger and include uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers.

The IPv6 protocol is being developed because the number of available IPv4 addresses is running low. It also has more efficient routing and data flow than IPv4, as well as improved security. But in most of the world the use of IPv4 is still prevalent and the transition to IPv6 is not an easy process.

If you want to switch to IPv6, your ISP (Internet Service Provider), router, and operating system must be compatible with it. Unfortunately, most ISPs do not yet support IPv6 .

If you want to see your own IP address right now, you can easily use our tool to check your IP . I used it to check my IP address with and without VPN.

Your IP address has not been assigned to you by chance. A non-profit organization called the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority generates IP addresses and gives them to the five regional Internet registries around the world (RIR). These regional registries then assign IP addresses to ISPs in their area.

This means that your IP address can be used to locate your location .

Because your computer and other devices need an IP address to access information on the Internet, there is no way you can avoid using an IP address. The only way to hide your real IP address is to disguise it with a different one.

Why Hide My IP Address?

The fact that you give your real IP to every website you visit can threaten the security of your privacy and anonymity on the internet .

This is because your IP address can easily be used to identify your location – sometimes with a frightening level of accuracy. Hiding your IP prevents you from being detected. This is especially important if you are going to use torrents or any other activity located in the gray area of ​​legality.

But even if you just browse, revealing your location has consequences . Various websites and advertisers can use this data to target you in order to benefit from your online activity.

For example, airlines and travel companies change their prices based on the location of your IP address. You may be shocked at how much airfare can vary because of the location you appear to be in.

Another reason for hiding your IP address is to bypass the restrictions of various websites, ISPs, government agencies, workplaces, and even schools . A common example is Netflix, which uses your IP address to identify content that you can watch.

If you do not hide your IP address, you will only be able to view your Netflix library from your actual location. But if you want to bypass the restrictions of a country and access content from all over the world , hiding your IP will help you achieve this.

9 Ways to Hide Your IP Address

1. Use a VPN

This is the best and most reliable way to hide your IP . All you have to do is select one of the top VPN services, download the VPN and then choose which country you want to connect to. The VPN will assign you a virtual IP address associated with this country and effectively hide your real location .

One of the biggest advantages of using a VPN is the fast connection speed . Unlike other methods, you do not have to worry about browsing, streaming or downloading content too late.

This is especially important if you want to watch content on Netflix or other platforms. These sites are great at detecting when users are trying to bypass their restrictions and will not hesitate to block you. But the best VPNs can easily bypass even the strictest geographical restrictions .

VPNs are also the safest way to download torrents. In addition to hiding your IP address and protecting your privacy, some VPN providers offer dedicated servers for torrents and P2P profiles.

In general, VPNs are incredibly secure if you choose a trusted service that uses advanced security profile. This will protect your IP from leaks.

The best VPNs on the market ask you to pay a subscription, but it’s really worth it. While there are some pretty good free VPNs , these are very few and usually offer slow connection, low bandwidth and data transfer. Some free VPNs may even put you at risk for data theft, malware attacks and other security threats.

In my opinion, it is necessary to invest in a chargeable VPN like the ones we present to you below. Just a few extra dollars a month is the small price you have to pay when it comes to protecting your privacy. The VPNs that we offer you offer money back guarantees, so that you can try their services without any financial risk on your part.

2. Proxy – Slow and Unsafe Download Torrents

Proxies are commonly used to access content with geographical restrictions. Suppose you want to see something that is only available in a specific country. Your computer sends a request to the site to see it, but the proxy corrupts the request and resends it using an IP address from that country . When the proxy server gains access, it sends it back to you – that’s it!

There are several drawbacks to proxies: they are very slow and not very secure because they do not encrypt your traffic like VPNs do. Also, they do not work well for downloading torrents , as they do not hide all your activity from your ISP (your ISP). In addition, many popular sites, such as Hulu, can easily tell when you are using a proxy and block your access.

3. Tor – Covers your IP for Free (Not for Streaming or Downloading Torrents)

If you want to remain completely anonymous online without paying a penny, Tor is a solid solution. It consists of a large network of servers run by volunteers around the world. When you use Tor, your traffic goes through several of these servers and is often encrypted, making it almost impossible for anyone to track your traffic and locate your IP.

However, all of this encryption and decryption makes Tor incredibly slow, so it’s not at all useful for streaming or downloading – and its developers advise against using it for torrents. If you just want to browse the web, you can use Tor Browser or download the Firefox extension. However, in order to have the highest possible level of protection of your privacy, I suggest you use Tor in conjunction with a VPN .

4. WiFi Network – A Dangerous Last Solution

Your IP address is assigned to you by your ISP, so if you connect to the Internet through a different network, you will be assigned a new IP. If you want to quickly and temporarily change your IP , you can go to a cafeteria or any other place where there is a public WiFi network. Because this is a shared connection, your activity could not lead to your location.

However, connecting to a public WiFi makes you vulnerable to hacker attacks, malware, and all sorts of security threats. I always recommend using a VPN when connecting to a public WiFi network. Plus, a WiFi network won’t help you get around geographical constraints – so it’s more of a quick fix than a long-term solution.

5. Use Your Mobile Network – A Temporary Solution

If you do not have easy access to a public WiFi connection – or you just do not want to take all the risks involved – you can also temporarily change your IP using the data you have on your mobile instead of connecting to a WiFi .

The biggest disadvantage of this method is that it can be expensive, especially if you want to stream or download a lot of content. But again, this is a solution that can not be permanent and I only recommend it if you think your normal IP address is exposed . If so, using your mobile network is an easy way to get a new IP right away.

6. Disconnect Your Modem – Refresh your IP Address

This may sound silly, but sometimes unplugging your modem for a while can really change your IP address. When you disconnect from your ISP (your ISP), the link to your existing IP is deleted – but only if your ISP uses dynamic IP addresses (which is most likely).

Leave your modem disconnected for as long as you can, as this increases the chance that your IP will change. When you reconnect it, you will need to have a new IP. However, this is not the most reliable method and therefore should not be your first choice.

7. Refresh Your IP Address – Follow These Steps

As I mentioned above, your primary IP address is publicly visible, but if you use a WiFi network or an Ethernet cable, you can also have a private IP address. This method only works to replace private IP , not public IP.

8. Use a NAT Firewall – Hide Your Private IP Address

Like the previous method, this option only applies to your private IP address. A Firewall NAT (Network Address Translation) allows different devices to hide their own IP address and use all the same public IP address. In other words, many devices connected to the same router can share a public IP address.

The main advantage of NAT is that it protects you from receiving unwanted communication from unknown internet users, which can be malicious. However, it does not hide the public IP address of your device , which is even more important when it comes to protecting your privacy online. As I mentioned before, the best way to hide your IP is with a VPN.

9. Ask Your ISP to Change It for You – Ask Kindly

Because your ISP (Internet Service Provider) is the one giving you your IP, you can simply ask them to change it . You should contact his service directly and provide your account details. This is an easy and simple way to change your IP, but it’s not going to solve geographical constraints or security issues like a VPN would .

Remember that if your ISP uses dynamic IP addresses, your address will change again at some point in the future . If you want it to stay the same, you can ask for a static IP address – but this usually costs extra and requires extra effort.

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5 Ways to Detect a Gas Leak In Your Home (+3 Best Detectors and Sensors)

5 Ways to Detect a Gas Leak In Your Home (+3 Best Detectors and Sensors)


Natural gas is a convenient source of energy that over 50 percent of homes in the United States rely on to dry clothing, cook food, heat water, and heat their homes.

It is usually safe, but under certain circumstances, such as improperly installed or poorly maintained gas lines, gas leaks can turn into major problems for your health and your home.

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Traditional yogurt in the kitchen of your house!

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Dairy products like Greek yogurt is famous and stands out for its quality and taste around the world. The recipe is so simple !!! A little fresh milk of good quality, a little yogurt yeast, a warm environment and 3 waiting eggs are enough to taste pure, tasty, traditional yogurt from your hands !!!!

Here you will find all the secrets I learned to make yogurt in the traditional way. How to achieve the perfect skin, how to check the right temperature without a thermometer, when is the right time to add yogurt yeast and how to make your own strained yogurt!

The only thing that will make your yogurt different from the yogurt of your grandparents, when their yogurt coagulated from their “live” ones, is the utensil that you will thicken. They put it in a bag or in a clay pot. If they have left you as a dowry, then even better !!!! Time to use them.

Tip: Get fresh sheep’s milk from the trade or if you are lucky, milk the sheep in the herd and thicken your own yogurt with fresh milk. Sheep’s milk has a higher fat and protein content than goat’s and cow’s milk. It has better density, texture and skin. If you get milk from the trade, make sure it is fresh (short-lived) and full of fat.

Good luck!!!!

The ingredients of the traditional yogurt

There are only two things you will need to make toy own traditional yogurt:

  • 1 lt. fresh sheep’s milk
  • 1 tbsp. yogurt yeast (sheep yogurt with skin)

Implementation

Step 1: Milk the milk and pass it through a sieve to filter. We start the process of making yogurt immediately. Fresh milk is affected by high temperatures and can become sour if not used immediately or stored properly. In case it becomes sour, “cut” as the old saying goes, it is not suitable for making yogurt or cheese – feta.
(If our milk is commercial we skip the first step.)

Step 2: Place the milk in a saucepan. Turn on the stove at low volume. It is very important that the milk heats up slowly. If the milk boils, “rolls” as your grandmother would tell you, then we will not be able to thicken the yogurt.
Stir gently constantly with a wooden utensil, touching the bottom of the pot so that the milk does not stick.

As the milk heats up we notice that it evaporates, a thin foam is created on its surface and its smell changes, it becomes sweeter and more muscular. We make sure that the temperature of the milk does not exceed 80 or at most 95 degrees Celsius and in no case do we let the milk heat up to boiling point. We just want it to steam and not booze.
Stir until the foam thickens on the surface. This process takes about 45 minutes.

Step 3: Remove the milk from the stove and let it cool until its temperature reaches 40-50 degrees Celsius depending on the season. (In the warm months this temperature ranges from 40 to 45 degrees Celsius. In the cold months when the temperature of the milk is more difficult to maintain it is better to thicken it at a temperature of 45 to 50 degrees Celsius.)
We take 5 tbsp. milk separately and add 1 tbsp. yogurt yeast. Stir until well blended. Add the solution to the milk and mix well.

Step 4: Transfer the mixture to a bowl, preferably to a clay pot. Pour it finely and as it falls, foam is formed. This is a trick to make our yogurt a better skin.
Cover with a clean blanket to maintain its temperature. We make sure we have a warm environment. Our yogurt will be ready in 3 hours. If it gets cold it may take longer to thicken, maybe an entire night. In case the yogurt is slow to thicken, it acquires a sour taste.

If the temperature is kept constant, it will thicken quickly and the yogurt will have a sweeter taste. In the winter months when the room temperature is low enough to keep the yogurt warm, we can place it in an oven preheated to 50 degrees Celsius. Once we place the yogurt in the oven, our oven is off. To be sure that the oven will be kept warm we can only keep the light on.

Once the yogurt thickens, we can remove the whey or otherwise “whey”, therefore make it drained with a denser texture. The process is very simple.
Place the yogurt in a tulip – bag or in a colander with dense holes (eg tea).

Support it so that it floats and place under a utensil to collect the liquids that will be excreted. We leave it like this for about half an hour and our strained yogurt is ready !!!!

What you see in the photo is my strained yogurt from cow’s milk !

Important notes

With the same preparation process we can thicken yogurt with cow’s or goat’s milk. The result of course will not be the same in texture and density and of course will differ greatly in taste, but this is a matter of preference.
For yogurt yeast we use sheep yogurt with skin as in this yogurt the lactic acid bacteria are active. Commercial yogurts that do not have active bacteria are not suitable for use as yogurt yeast. Make sure that the yogurt yeast does not include the skin because it will be difficult to dissolve it with the milk.

Fresh milk must be pasteurized before it can be consumed in any form in order to destroy possible pathogenic microorganisms that are harmful to our health. To make our yogurt, the milk is heated slowly and steadily to 85 degrees Celsius and thus its pasteurization is achieved at the same time.

If we do not have a thermometer we can understand the temperature of the milk at each stage of preparation empirically. In the simmering phase, adjust the intensity of the stove until the milk is steaming. (Milk begins to steam above 60 degrees Celsius). In the phase where we want to calculate the temperature to drop the rennet dld at 45 to 50 degrees Celsius, it is enough to dip our little finger and withstand the temperature of the milk counting up to 22.

Preserve the yoghurt in the refrigerator from 2 to 5 degrees Celsius . Above 5 degrees Celsius, pathogenic bacteria harmful to our body begin to grow.

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6 Steps to Fix a Toilet Leaking at the Base (+ Prevention Tips)

6 Steps to Fix a Toilet Leaking at the Base (+ Prevention Tips)


Toilet leaks aren’t anything to panic over, but no one likes walking into the bathroom with dry socks and coming out with wet socks. Toilets that leak at the base are usually an easy fix with some DIY how-to steps. 

You can make the repairs you need quickly using this guide that provides you with the reasons behind your toilet leak, the tools you’ll need, what to do about the leak, and tips to prevent future toilet leaks.

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7 Signs You Need to Call A Sacramento Plumbing Contractor

7 Signs You Need to Call A Sacramento Plumbing Contractor


There are several cases where you won’t need to call a plumbing contractor. For instance, plumbing problems like clogged toilets or drains are often easy to fix with a plunger or a drain unclogging agent. 

But, what happens if you face a major plumbing issue that you can’t fix yourself? Do you have a plan of action in place? Do you know who to call?

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