donate your spoilt or good fans for a good cause - we refurnished fans and donate to charity or underprivileged

thank you all fans donors. our next fans distribution-your fans will be going to the rental flats in chai chee after our volunteers technician refurnised them. we will update after giving to them. God blessed you and your family for a good cause. due to limited resources, we will give priority to fans distribution to charity organisation instead of individual. the individual can get it from the RC. www.facebook.com/projectfanrecycle

fans blades moving very slowly - learnt how to change the fans capacitor

 

fans blades do not turn, try this first by cleaning and oiling the shaft - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AH8ByDEq7iw

SANYA, Hainan - china hawaii 

A MUST VISIT temple for the big statue guanyin - You can also pay your respects to the Nanshan Guanyin, a 135-meter-tall bodhisattva, make obeisance and pray for good fortune.

The statue has three aspects: one side faces inland and the other two face the South China Sea, to represent blessing and protection by Guanyin of China and the whole world. One aspect depicts Guanyin cradling a sutra in the left hand and gesturing the Vitaraka Mudra with the right; the second with her palms crossed, holding a string of prayer beads; and the third holding a lotus.

The statue took six years to build and was enshrined on April 24, 2005, with the participation of 108 monks from various Buddhist groups in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao and Mainland China, and tens of thousands of pilgrims.

FREE windows 10 upgrade for Windows 7 users and above

Support for Windows 7 ended in January, strongly recommended to upgrade to Windows 10 to keep devices running securely and smoothly. If you have an older PC or laptop still running Windows 7, you can purchase the Windows 10 Home operating system on Microsoft's website for $139. But you don't necessarily have to shell out the cash: A free upgrade offer from Microsoft that technically ended in 2016 still works for many people. Hurry !!! free upgrade will be valid for limited periods !!!


When Windows 10 was first released in July 2015, Microsoft offered an unprecedented free upgrade offer for Windows 7, 8 and 8.1 users, good through July 2016. But in 2017, Ed Bott of CNET sister site ZDNet reported that the free upgrade tool was still functional. I tried it out in November 2019, and was able to upgrade a 2014 Dell OptiPlex 9020 desktop from Windows 7 Pro to Windows 10 Pro. As of January 2020, readers are still emailing me and commenting below, saying that it's worked for them as well.

Windows 7 users who don't upgrade to the new version will no longer be able to get Microsoft's security updates or fixes, or technical support for any issues, leaving your computer at greater risk from viruses and malware. While Windows 10 users have experienced a number of bugs over the years, upgrading remains the best option for keeping your computer safe, analysts say.

Here's how to get Windows 10 for free, if you're currently running a licensed and activated copy of Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 Home or Pro: 

1. Go to the Download Windows 10 website.

2. Under Create Windows 10 installation media, click Download tool now and Run.

3. Choose Upgrade this PC now, assuming this is the only PC you're upgrading. (If you're upgrading a different machine, choose Create installation media for another PC, and save the installation files.)

4. Follow the prompts.

5. When the upgrade is complete, go to Settings Update & Security > Activation, and you should see a digital license for Windows 10.

Microsoft is encouraging Windows 7 users to upgrade to Windows 10 before support for the former ends in January 2020.

It should be noted that if you have a Windows 7 or 8 Home license, you can only update to Windows 10 Home, while Windows 7 or 8 Pro can only be updated to Windows 10 Pro (the upgrade is not available for Windows Enterprise. Other users may experience blocks as well, depending on your machine). This upgrade using the media creation tool isn't meant for the general consumer, but it works for many nonetheless.

System requirements for installing Windows 10
These are the basic requirements for installing Windows 10 on a PC. If your device does not meet these requirements, you may not have as great an experience with Windows 10 and might want to consider purchasing a new PC.
Processor:  1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster processor or System on a Chip (SoC)
RAM:   1 gigabyte (GB) for 32-bit or 2 GB for 64-bit 
Hard drive space:  16 GB for 32-bit OS 32 GB for 64-bit OS
Graphics card:  DirectX 9 or later with WDDM 1.0 driver
Display:  800x600
Internet Connection:
Internet connectivity is necessary to perform updates and to download and take advantage of some features. Windows 10 Pro in S mode, Windows 10 Pro Education in S mode, Windows 10 Education in S mode and Windows 10 Enterprise in S mode require an internet connection during the initial device setup (Out of Box Experience or OOBE), as well as either a Microsoft account (MSA) or Azure Activity Directory (AAD) account. Switching a device out of Windows 10 in S mode also requires internet connectivity. Learn more about S mode here.

Bintan famous 500 lohan temple

VIHARA KSITIGARBHA BODHISATTVA (500 LOHAN TEMPLE)

Also known as the 500 Lohan Temple, Vihara Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva is one of Bintan’s best hidden treasures. Located in Kijang (South Bintan), the premise is just a short drive away from the main bustling scene of Tanjung Pinang. Step into the temple grounds and be transported into surreal settings of towering structures and the highlight—more than 500 life-sized (Lohan/arhat) stone statues with intricate physique and facial expressions, each one unique and different from the next. Look through the sea of faces and try spotting famous Chinese characters such as Journey to the West’s Tripitaka or Romance of the Three Kingdoms’ Guan Gong.

it is cheaper to hire a transport (we hired at the airport) than going in a tour if you have 4 or more persons.

Entrance Fee (Published):

IDR 30,000

Operation Hours:

Tuesday – Sunday
7:00am – 5:00pm

Closed on Mondays (unless Public Holidays)
Add: Jalan Nusantara, KM 13 Kijang Koota Tanjungpinang Provinsi Kepulauan Riau – Indonesia

batam - famous temples MUST visit

Batam - 2 must visit temples
Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya Temple (buddhist temple)
Large Buddhist temple with many statues, plus an eatery serving vegetarian fare.

The Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya Buddhist Temple was built on 2 November 1991 and was inaugurated on January 23, 1999. The idea of building this Buddhism temple came from the Supreme Leader Tao Maitreya, MS. Gao Shan Yu Ren who sent a message to Pandita Muda Harun, a local businessman and a devoted follower of Maitreya from Batam, to find an appropriate site to build a great temple in Batam.

Location	:	Jl. Bukit Beruntung, Sei Panas, Batam Center
Telephone	:	+62 778 462901
Fax	:	+62 778 462349
Operational hours	:	daily, 8am-8pm
Admission fee	:	free
Facilities	:	vegetarian restaurant, clinic, school, parking area, souvenir shop, auditorium, free tour guide (only in Bahasa Indonesia)
Nearby facilities	:	restaurants, mini market, ATMs
How to get there	:	by taxi from Batam Center International Ferry Terminal to the temple ranging from Rp. 40,000, while from Nagoya is starting from Rp. 50,000
Remarks	:	feel free to take pictures inside the vihara. The vihara usually will be crowded on weekends and holidays.

TUA PEK KONG TEMPLE

Also known as Vihara Budhi Bhakti, Tua Pek Kong Temple is the oldest Chinese temple in Batam, having been inaugurated in September 1986. While the influence of Chinese design is made obvious through its many red lanterns, large candles and colorful tributes, the temple itself celebrates a variety of deities. In fact, within the temple grounds you can find tributes to many different Gods and deities from Taoist, Buddhist and Confucian teachings.

Tua Pek Kong is a popular tourist spot, with many tours stopping here throughout  the day, however it is also frequented by locals who come regularly to pray and present offerings. For this reason, you’ll be met with the heady scent of incense when you enter the temple grounds, as well as the perfume of burning Joss paper, used to send materials and wealth to relatives who have passed away.

The temples got many big statues for nice pictures.  Off to the side, the Temple has a small garden and Koi pond, a beautiful place for tourists and locals to take pictures, relax and reflect away from the bustle of the main area. If you get hungry you can even snack on the delicacies sold by nearby food vendors!

Located in the central area of Nagoya, Tua Pek Kong Temple is an easy destination to reach while travelling in the area. Not to mention it would make a perfect activity for a family-friendly holiday in Batam, as kids would love exploring the myriad colors, scents and statues within the temple walls.

Location	:	Windsor, Nagoya
Telephone	:	+62 778 424530
Opening hours	:	daily, 6am-6pm
Facilities	:	toilets, warungs, free Buddhist course
Nearby facilities	:	restaurants, hotels, ATMs
How to get there	:	by taxi from Harbour Bay Ferry Terminal or Batam Center International Ferry Terminal is around 15 minutes

anti-virus and spyware

many do not realize that having anti-virus software is not enough.  you need anti-spyware.
Spyhunter 4 2016 version is a very good anti virus and a spyware. It is one of the most used anti-spyware application. It supports all kinds of the computer applications and it prevents the computer from the most dangerous viruses. It works with the advanced technology’s.
It has the capacity to detect and remove all the spywares and other applications that install the unwanted applications and make problems to the computer system. It also prevents the system from Trojans and other spyware programs

my favourite spyware is spyhunter.   you can download a trial version and still able to manually delete all the malware infested your computer

DIY - solution to your clog sink

A clogged or slow-draining bathroom sink is a common problem in most homes

1.  Push 1 cup of baking soda down the sink drain. Use a spatula to force the baking soda into the opening, if necessary.

2.   Pour 1 cup of vinegar into the drain opening. Put the stopper into the sink so that the vinegar is forced toward the clog.

3.   Pour Hot water.

Office Feng Shui: How to Use Feng Shui to Increase Wealth

Office Feng Shui: How to Use Feng Shui to Increase Wealth
source:  http://www.blogtyrant.com/office-feng-shui/

How to Feng Shui Your Office

What I am going to do now is go through a few well know Feng Shui tips that are said to help increase wealth by fixing the energy flow in your office. If you have any questions feel free to leave a comment but, as always, I probably have no clue.


1. Make sure your desk is facing the right direction
Feng Shui experts will tell you that the position of your work desk is of utmost importance. If you are facing the wrong direction you can throw off the balance of your office. The idea is to place your desk in a power position such as facing the door with a wall to your back for stability. You should never have your desk with your back to a door or window.
2. Use symbols of wealth in the south-east corner

The south-east corner of your office is said to be the wealth area and as such you should place symbols of wealth in that area and not have anything that might represent money getting sucked away. Some things that you can place here include:

• A jade plant in a red pot
• Images, photos or pictures of something wealthy
• Flowing water or a pond with fish in it
• A heavy crystal weight on your “money-in” receipts

The idea is to make the area feel as prosperous and energetic as possible. Make sure it is clean, well lit and without any clutter. My south-east corner (above) has a couple of healthy jade plants, a coin jar I keep constantly filled and some beautiful crystals. All symbolic of wealth and power.


3. Use flowing water

Flowing water is said to represent prosperity and wealth. This rings true in society at large as well; most successful cities or empires throughout history were located by great rivers.
It is said to be very helpful to have a flowing water fountain with fish in it at your front door (the door you enter your home or office most). If you visit the super successful companies in Asia you will find that most of them have a beautiful water feature at the entrance or places strategically within the lobby. The pond above is something I built using a large plant pot, some water plants and a solar powered water pump. Its right in front of the doorway to our home.
If you can’t build a pond or fountain then images of swimming fish and flowing water will do. My desktop backgrounds on my PC are always images of great flowing waterfalls with lots of sunlight if possible.



4. Hide cables and mess If you have a Mac this probably isn’t a problem but for us PC users there are a lot of cables. Experts say that this clutter stops a clean flow of energy in that it can make you feel stressed, overly busy and cramped. Try to clean up your office cables so that they are hidden and make the mess in the room completely go away. Set it up so that walkways and desk areas flow nicely and you feel like you are in a well organized space.


5. Keep well stocked things visible and fix leaks and breaks

The Chinese believe that you should never leave symbols of poverty or a decline in wealth laying around. A broken and dripping tap, for example, is said to represent a constant loss of wealth or power. You should therefore make sure you fix things as soon as they break, especially in the southeast corner or your house or home office.
The flip side to that is keeping symbols of prosperity and health on display. The above photo is from my kitchen where we like to keep clear containers full of pasta, coffee (who has been drinking that?), flour, oats, cereals, etc. on constant display. Its like having a full granary. Plentiful and healthy.


6. Get lots of sunlight and fresh air
Your office should never be in a dark, stale room. You should always have lots of natural light and fresh air blowing in for as much of the day is possible. This, for me, is one of the most important things because it has a massive and scientifically proven impact on how well you feel. A lack of vitamin D can really get you down and when you feel depressed and stressed you are less creative, less efficient and have no ability to increase and improve your circumstance.


7. Learn about the Feng Shui Bagua
The Bagua is the cornerstone of Feng Shui as well as playing and important part in Taoism and many Chinese philosophies. Basically it is an 8 sides map where each side relates to an aspect of your life. For example, the southeast side relates to money.
It is really important that you check out how your home and office relates to the Bagua. For example, if you find that a toilet is in your wealth area then it is said that you will experience money problems until it is fixed with a remedy. Likewise, your relationship, fame, health, etc. can be thrown off by imbalances with the placement of rooms and elements within those rooms.

How does your office hold up?

Feng Shui is such a massive topic and it can be quite confusing. If you read books on the matter you will constantly find that they say different things. That being said, I know of several businessmen who have consulted Feng Shui experts and have reported great success. So, how is your office Feng Shui? Do you think you might be on the right track? Will you make any changes?