Combined Defence Services Examination Details

(A) Tentative Schedule: (Examination held twice a year)

(i) Notification of Examination - August and March

(ii) Conduct of Examination - February and August

(B) Age-limits:
19-24 Years Indian Military Academy
19-22 Years Naval Academy
19-23 Years Air Force Academy
19-25 Years Officers’ Training Academy

(C) Educational Qualifications:
IMA & OTA Degree of a recognized University or equivalent
Naval Academy B.Sc. with Physics & Mathematics or Bachelor of Engg
Air Force Academy B.Sc. with Physics and/or Mathematics or Bachelor of Engg

Candidates appearing at the degree or equivalent examination also eligible to compete. Such candidates will be required to submit the proof of passing the requisite qualifying examination by a date to be specified in the Commission’s Notice for the Examination.

(D) Scheme of Examination:

Written Examination
(a) For Indian Military Academy , Naval Academy and Air Force Academy

1. English (Objective type) 100 Marks
2. General Knowledge (Objective type) 100 Marks
3. Elementary Mathematics (Objective type) 100 Marks

Total 300 Marks

(b) For Officers’ Training Academy

1. English (Objective type) 100 Marks
2. General Knowledge (Objective type) 100 Marks

Total 200 Marks

Marks for SSB Interviews
IMA, NA and AFA 300 marks
OTA 200 Marks

NOTE:
For further details, please refer to the Commission’s Notice for the Examination when it is published in the Employment News and some of the daily newspapers.

May YSR's soul rest in PEACE !!!

It took 24hrs of hardcore search, all of which into vain with the news breaking the death of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister. Let us all offer our DEEP CONDOLENCES to the Andhra Pradesh Honorable Chief Minister Dr. Yeduguri Sandinti Rajasekhara Reddy.

Check out his profile drawn from this page: "http://www.aponline.gov.in/quick%20links/cm/cmprofile.html "

Dr. Yeduguri Sandinti Rajasekhara Reddy, popularly known as YSR, is an astute politician and a charismatic mass leader who has carved for himself a niche in State politics by his exemplary devotion and dedication to the uplift of the downtrodden and neglected segments of society. Born on July 8, 1949, in Pulivendula in the backward Rayalaseema region, YSR has always struggled to secure the rights of the poor and the underprivileged.

Son of late Sri Y.S.Raja Reddy, a dynamic leader in his heyday, Rajasekhara Reddy evinced interest in politics right from his student days. While studying in M R Medical College, Gulbarga, Karnataka, he served as President of the Students union. He was elected leader of the House Surgeon's Association in S V Medical College, Tirupati.

After completing MBBS, he served as Medical Officer at the Jammalamadugu Mission Hospital for a brief period. In 1973, he established a 70-bed charitable hospital, named after his father late Y.S.Raja Reddy at Pulivendula. His family established one polytechnic and one degree college in Pulivendula, which were later handed over to the well-known Loyola group of institutions.

Rajasekhara Reddy's sound business acumen, entrepreneurial skills, and, above all, his transparency brought him laurels in the business arena. On the flip side, his success also brought him many adversaries, political and otherwise, who were desperately looking for a shred of evidence to prove umpteen charges against him. In the end, their mud-slinging did not yield a single point that could paint the mass leader in bad light. In fact, his detractors became red-faced, as they had to swallow their words.

Groomed by a family deeply involved in public service, YSR entered active politics in 1978 and contested elections, four times to enter the State Legislative Assembly and an equal number of times to enter the Lower House of Parliament. A winner in all that he does, YSR won all the elections he contested. Even today his admirers exclaim: "He (YSR) defeats defeat."

During his 25-year-long political career, YSR has served the people in multiple capacities, both in Government as well as in Party. He was President of the Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) twice - 1983-1985 and 1998-2000. During 1980-1983, he was a minister holding important portfolios related to Rural Development, Medical & Health and Education etc. From 1999 to 2004 he was the Leader of Opposition in the eleventh state assembly.

As a champion of the masses, his stentorian voice in the assembly, raised particularly during debates that sought to lend voice to the voiceless millions, forced the Government to retrace several anti-people steps it contemplated. YSR has been instrumental in orchestrating several mass struggles, while highlighting issues facing peasants, weavers, Dalits, youth and women. His relentless fight for clearance of pending irrigation projects, particularly in the backward Rayalaseema region, has earned for him a special place in the hearts of millions of farmers. His unremitting struggle against certain anti-people economic measures that were sought to be introduced in the name of "reforms", including the frequent increases in power tariff and indiscriminate privatization of public sector units, exalted him far above the street smart politicians.

Even as a novice in the legislature, YSR rallied all the Congress MLAs from the Rayalaseema region and led an indefinite hunger strike demanding solution to the water crisis. He also led a Paadayaatra from Lepakshi to Pothireddipadu in Kurnool district. The 14-day hunger strike of legislators under his leadership in August 2000 to register protest against the hike in power charges is still fresh in the memory of people. By systematically exposing the misdeeds of the then Government, both inside and outside the Assembly, YSR was playing his political role to the hilt.

During mid-summer in 2003, he led an unprecedented 1400 Km long Paadayaatra covering all backward areas in the state to understand the ground realities of living conditions of the people there.

Now, as Chief Minister, the crowning glory of this studded political career, he can proudly claim to be the quintessence of a politician who, with vision focused on the coming generations as well, has earned the title of a statesman. Amidst a bewildering number of turncoats among politicians, who thrive in "shifting loyalties", YSR stands out as a sterling example of the old guard in pristine Indian politics.

This explains why he has never turned his back on the Congress party, which nurtured his political moorings. The lure of power and pelf could not divert him, when the party was briefly out of power, from his mission to hold the reins of power as a trusted lieutenant of the Congress and, more importantly, as a darling of the masses. Sworn in as Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh on 14.05.2004.

YSR's Personality

A modest Personality:

Dr.Reddy,unlike most politicians, reflects the spirit of a true Indian who walks his talk.While his thought is dressed with all that is modern and ennobling, Dr.Reddy's person is invariably clothed in traditional costumes that include dhoti and a shirt made of handloom cloth.In all of his public and private conversations, he speaks from the core of his heart. Naturally, he hates hypocrisy.

As a demanding Chief Minister, YSR expects bureaucrats to do their job meticulously, and present before him only facts that are shorn of all publicity-oriented and manipulative figures. He does not tolerate hype and extravaganza in communicating official messages. He wants incontrovertible facts stated in a simple language that is intelligible even to the unlettered, because taking administration to the people is an article of faith for him.

His Philosophy of Life:

Dr. Rajasekhara Reddy strongly believes that the human life is a boon provided by the Almighty to share one's blessings with others, while serving less privileged human beings.

"Don't count the years you want to live. Ask yourself how much you have done for society at large with whatever opportunities the Almighty has provided you", is Dr. Reddy's word of advice for those who have excuses for not doing even what is within their means.

It is this humane principle that prompted him to take pioneering steps to ensure delivery of social security pensions to the needy in the first week of every month.

His stature:

Though measuring 5'7", Reddy looks majestically simple in his appearance with an ever-smiling genial countenance. This in fact overshadows his unfailing willpower to achieve his targets with the resilience and tenacity of a spider.

When YSR undertook his unprecedented 1500-KM-long Padayaatra (march on foot) in scorching sun during summer in 2003,covering backward areas of the state in particular, few people could discern the underlying motive: knowing first-hand the real problems of the people in their own language and their doorstep.

His Mission:

As around 75% of the population in India depend upon agriculture for livelihood, most administrative efforts should be focused on the rural economy, he believes.

Citing renowned economists, Dr. Reddy regrets that neglect of the agriculture and irrigation sectors in recent years have become the bane rural economy. As a proactive Chief Minister, he embarked upon a massive programme of executing 26 major irrigation projects to create 65 lakh acres of new ayacut.

His Motto:

Dr. Reddy's motto is that the ultimate objective of any program executed under a democratic set-up should be prompt and dependable delivery of sevices to the common man.

With this as the guiding principle, YSR has advised bureaucrats at all levels to help revive the functioning of the administrative system at all levels without habitually looking for autocratic 'diktats'. 'Decentralization of administrative power within the guidelines of the policy framed by the government reflects the true spirit of democratic governance", Dr. Reddy argues.

His strength:

Dr Reddy's strength lies in his stature as a mass leader since his advent in politics. Whether in or out of power, he has always championed the cause of the common man. This has endeared him to all segments of the Congress party as well.

Even after becoming the Chief Minister in May 2004, Dr Reddy makes it a point to address all the problems that are brought before him directly by people, cutting through bureaucratic hurdles, every day.

If any scheme or programme under formulation is placed before him for approval, its outcome is a foregone conclusion that is dependent on Dr. Reddy's invariable query: "How best will it benefit the people at large or ensure good governance?"

His 'pastime':

A curious 'pastime' of Dr Reddy is to feel the pulse of people in rural areas on Sundays through the Rajiv Palle Batta.

The Rajiv Palle Baata is a novel mass contact programme under which the Chief Minister reaches out to even unmotorable areas in the rural areas for personally collecting feedback on the implementation of various programmes. This programme has become extremely popular, because it highlights not what the Chief Minister does in the glare of official publicity, but what his officials may not have done in the people's own words.

In view of the rational changes brought about in administrative matters following the success of Rajiv Palle Baata, the Chief Minister now extended the programme to urban areas through Rajiv Nagara Baata.

His Approach:

The Chief Minister's emphasis on development of the rural economy does not presuppose a blinkered approach towards new and emerging technologies.

Dr.Reddy is committed to a balanced approach towards giving thrust to information technology, bio-technology and all sectors that enhance industrial and agricultural production. His watchword is total transparency in all transactions and deals that envisage public-private partnerships or involve private investments. Because, YSR believes he is simply a custodian of people's trust that is invaluable.

It is not a coincidence that he loves the company of children and often "gets lost" in their World that is founded on trust of the highest order.

EYENET CCTV SERVICES & NET SOLUTIONS, your third eye !!!

EYENET CCTV and NETWORK Solutions is an initiative of Karnati Goutham and myself. We deploy surveillance systems, Intranets and they also specialize in LAN/WAN Solutions.It is based at Hyderabad, Andhra pradesh.

The company is engaged in business of electronic security systems like CCTV & Digital Video Surveillance, Burglar & Fire Alarms and Lan/Wlan/Wan solutions. The company is known for providing quality products. We aim to provide security regardless of the place and field.Our Success in this feild is after sales service.Eyenet is running under the management of SRI TIRUMALA AGENCIES(Sole distributor of genuine replacable parts of earthmover machines in Andhra pradesh).

The company employs CCNA certified profeesionals to provide networking solutions to their customers.They provide 24 X 7 customer support both onsite and offsite.The company ensures customer satisfaction by maintaining a " no compromise untill the best is achieved" motto.


SERVICES :

• A Full service. Design, Installation and Maintenance.


• Site survey and risk assessment


• Supply CCTV products,Digital Video Surveillance & Digital Video Recorder.


• Install for home and business.


• Install for large scale projects to enterprise systems


• Consultancy from system design to full audit.


• Support & maintenance.


• Configuring Lan/Wlan/Wan.


• Lan/Wlan solutions.

Surveillance:

EYENET deals in the following brands.We are the authorized dealer of these brands.
Avtech - Global Manufacturer of CCTV Products & Solutions.
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They deal in the following type of cameras:
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Ø Standalone Dvr’s.
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My road to CISCO's CCNA certification

Guys i saw many posts pertaining to CCNA preparation and other relevant details and so i decided to post !!! hope this helps !!! The course details and the centres are for the city Hyderabad.

Course Details:
i took a course in Zoom. (you can go with either of the 2 option)Short Term- 15 days- Zoom Institute located at dilsukhnagar,banjara hills and secunderabad. Course fee 4500 bucks.
3 month course- Institutes are Accel IT academy, Netmetric Solutions, many others(but the mentioned are preferable) . Course fee 12000 bucks.
i suggest taking a course as you would be having real time routers and you ll be allowed to perform practicals on those. if you choose preparing for this at home then you can use a router simulator but it doesn't support all commands or consider buying a low cost router.
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Self-Preparation:
Once you are done with the course, you need to work on the theoretical part as well as practical aspect because you will have to configure routers in the exam.For your preparation at home, you can follow the CISCO PRESS BOOKS- CCNA ICND1 and CCNA ICND2 (Author: Wendell Odom). you ll be provided with a cd as well with simulator, pdfs, some practice material in it.Whatever you learn theoretically, apply it on the simulator to the best possible extent
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Certification Dumps:
Over the Internet you ll find many dumps for various examinations. Look for the latest Pass4sure dumps for CCNA. Go through it a 100 times.( You can easily pass the certification by just reading the dumps, most of the questions are directly taken from the dumps.... But if you seriously wanna have good hold on the concept-- take the course-- prepare using prescribed texts and simulators-go thru the dumps and give your shot)
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Certification Exam Fees:
For you to be CCNA certified you have two options of giving the exam
1. you can give a single exam (CCNA... paper code 640-802). The exam fees for this is $250. This option is preferable as the questions are evenly divided between the switching and routing concepts and it cost you $50 less than the second option.
2. you can give it in two parts (CCNA ICND1 & ICND2). The exam fees for this is $150 for each part.i.e $300.
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Exam centers:
The certification exams are to given in certain centers. MICROSOFT Cert, SAT, GRE are all given in Prometric test centers. Similarly Cisco examinations are given in PEARSON VUE centers. I gave it in Everron Systems(Kachiguda).

Headfirst Networking: A great book for people who want to have their basics right in the subject !!!

Book Name：Head First Networking
Writer：Al AndersonPublisher：O’Reilly Media, Inc 2009ISBN：0596521553Format：PDF；30MB；536pages

Frustrated with networking books so chock-full of acronyms that your brain goes into sleep mode?Head First Networking’s unique, visually rich format provides a task-based approach to computernetworking that makes it easy to get your brain engaged. You’ll learn the concepts by tying them to on-the-job tasks, blending practice and theory in a way that only Head First can.
With this book, you’ll learn skills through a variety of genuine scenarios, from fixing a malfunctioning office network to planning a network for a high-technology haunted house. You’ll learn exactly what you need to know, rather than a laundry list of acronyms and diagrams. This book will help you:
Master the functionality, protocols, and packets that make up real-world networking
Learn networking concepts through examples in the field
Tackle tasks such as planning and diagramming networks, running cables, and configuring network devices such as routers and switches
Monitor networks for performance and problems, and learn troubleshooting techniques
Practice what you’ve learned with nearly one hundred exercises, questions, sample problems, and projects
Head First’s popular format is proven to stimulate learning and retention by engaging you with images, puzzles, stories, and more. Whether you’re a network professional with a CCNA/CCNP or a student taking your first college networking course, Head First Networking will help you become a network guru.

Taken from : http://allfreedownloadlinks.com/free-ebooks-downloads/head-first-networking/

ICC T20 SCHEDULE

With India the favourites to win , lets wish the INDIAN CRICKET "All the very Best"

Group A	Group B	Group C	Group D
India	Pakistan	Australia	New Zealand
Bangladesh	England	Sri Lanka	South Africa
Ireland	Netherlands	West Indies	Scotland
Group E	A1, B2, C1, D2	Group F	B1, A2, C2, D1

Date	Lord's	Trent Bridge	The Oval
Fri, 5 June	Opening ceremony England v Netherlands 22:00 IST
Sat, 6 June		India v Bangladesh 22:00 IST	New Zealand v Scotland 14:30 IST Australia v West Indies 18:00 IST
Sun, 7 June			South Africa v Scotland 18:00 IST England v Pakistan 22:00 IST
Mon, 8 June		Ireland v Bangladesh 18:00 IST Australia v Sri Lanka 22:00 IST
Tues, 9 June	Pakistan v Netherlands 18:00 IST New Zealand v South Africa 22:00 IST
Wed, 10 June		Sri Lanka v West Indies 18:00 IST India v Ireland 22:00 IST

Placement for the Super Eight stage is determined as follows:
The first two teams in each group are placed 1 or 2. They will retain this position for the Super Eight stage, irrespective of whether they finish first or second in their group, unless they are knocked out by the team 3 in their group. In this instance, team 3 replaces the position of the team they knock out.

Date	Lord's	Trent Bridge	The Oval
Thu, 11 June		D1 v A2 (18:00 IST) B2 v D2 (22:00 IST)
Fri, 12 June	B1 v C2 (18:00 IST) A1 v C1 (22:00 IST)
Sat, 13 June			C1 v D2 (18:00 IST) D1 v B1 (22:00 IST)
Sun, 14 June	A2 v C2 (18:00 IST) A1 v B2 (22:00 IST)
Mon, 15 June			B1 v A2 (18:00 IST) B2 v C1 (22:00 IST)
Tues, 16 June		D1 v C2 (18:00 IST) D2 v A1 (22:00 IST)

The teams finishing first and second in groups E and F, based on points obtained in the Super Eight stage will compete in the semi-finals

Date	Lord's	Trent Bridge	The Oval
Wed, 17 June	REST DAY	REST DAY	REST DAY
Thu, 18 June		Women's semi-final A1 v B2 (18:00 IST) Men's semi-final E1 v F2 (22:00 IST)
Fri, 19 June			Women's semi-final B1 v A2 (18:00 IST) Men's semi-final F1 v E2 (22:00 IST)
Sat, 20 June	REST DAY	REST DAY	REST DAY
Sun, 21 June	Women's final 14:30 IST Men's final 19:30 IST Closing ceremony

source :http://www.rediff.com/cricket/schedulet20wc.html

Champions League T20

Twelve teams would participate in the inaugural Champions League Twenty20 tournament which will be held from October 8 to 23 in India this year. Three teams from India — the two finalists and the top league finishing team — will compete for the trophy against the top two domestic T20 teams from South Africa, England, Australia and the domestic T20 champions from New Zealand, West Indies and Sri Lanka.

The new tournament dates are October 8-23, with 23 matches scheduled and $US6 million in prize money up for grabs. A draw will be held on June 23 in London to decide the fixtures.

The teams will be divided into four groups of three each and will initially play each other on a league basis. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the second stage and four teams from the second stage would make it to the semi-finals, it was announced on Sunday.

The tournament was scheduled to be held in India last year but was postponed because of the Mumbai attacks.

Deccan Chargers ( IPL 2009 Champion) The Royal Challengers (IPL 2009 Runner Up), and Delhi Daredevils (Top League Finisher in IPL 2009) will represent India, Victoria and New South Wales will represent Australia, while the Cobras and Eagles will the two South African teams. Otago from New Zealand, Trinidad and Tobago from West Indies and Wayamba from Sri Lanka.

The two English teams will be decided after the domestic Twenty20 championship, which ends in August.

Deccan Chargers captain Adam Gilchrist said: “Champions League Twenty20 will provide a different level of stimulus as we will test our strength and our strategies against the best in the world.

“We are keen to make our club a global name and (there is) nothing better than winning the biggest league club cricket has to offer across the world.”

Anil Kumble, captain of the Royal Challengers Bangalore, said on the occasion: “We have achieved our first aim of qualifying for the Champions League Twenty20.We have learnt a lot by competing in the two editions of the IPL and are hopeful that we will do India proud by holding the Champions League Twenty20 trophy later this year.”

Lalit Modi, chairman, Champions League Twenty 20, said, “The inaugural edition did not take place last year due to unfortunate circumstances but we are fully equipped this time around to conduct an extremely successful tournament in India.

Manu Sawhney, managing director, ESPN Star Sports, said, “Today, we are the biggest stakeholder in the game of cricket globally and with our strong brands, we are well placed to fully leverage and exploit multiple opportunities across platforms and markets.”

The League will carry a prize pool of $ 6 million for 2009. ESPN Star Sports are the commercial rights holders for the League for a period of 10 years. The tournament is a joint venture by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Cricket Australia (CA) and Cricket South Africa (CSA).

How to Clean a DVD or CD Disc ?

Here are a few handy tips to clean your CDs and DVD.The disc media is very delicate and you may unintentionally damage the shiny reflective surface if you are not careful:

» If dust particles are sticking to the CD surface, use a piece of soft cloth to wipe off the dust. To hold the CD, insert a finger or thumb inside the center hole of the CD or handle it by the edges but never touch the shiny surface.

» If the DVD surface feels sticky or greasy, mix some baby shampoo in lukewarm water and use cotton or soft cloth to gently rub the CD surface with this solution. Make sure the CD is completely dry (no water drops) before putting it back in the jewel case.

» If there are fingerprint marks on the CD surface, dip a soft cloth in Isopropyl Alcohol/Ethanol/Methanol and gently wipe the surface. Never use a petroleum based solvent like Acetone as that will permanently damage the CD surface.

» When none of the above alcohol based products are available in the local market, use a bottle of Mineral water to clean the dirty CD surface. Normal tap water has higher concentration of salts that may leave white marks on the CD surface.

» Always wipe the disc surface in a non-radial back-and-forth motion (from the center hole to the outer edge). Don't follow the concentric circles while cleaning.

» There are few DVD polish products in the market that promise to repair the scratched surface of CDs and DVDs.

Final Advice: If you notice a scratch on the surface of a CD or DVD, I would suggest that you immediately make a copy of the disc as it is possible that one fine day, your DVD drive may suddenly refuse to read the disc.

http://www.metacafe.com/watch/855395/remove_cd_dvd_scratches_with_toothpaste/

Uninstall Programs Manually

Be aware that these steps may not remove everything associated with the application and can impact other applications on the computer. Have a backup or restore point and use caution.

• Find the directory for the application and delete all the files in the directory. Delete the directory.

• Open regedit and navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE and find the folder for the application. Delete the folder.

• Open regedit and navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE and find the folder for the application. Delete the folder.

• To remove the application entry from Add/Remove Programs (if present) open regedit and navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall and find the folder for the application. Delete the folder.

• Some applications have Services attached to them. If this is the case, navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services, locate and delete the service.

• In Windows Explorer, navigate to the individual user settings and delete program references. Common places to check would be:

C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs and delete relevant entries.
C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\Startup and delete relevant entries.
C:\Documents and Settings\%YourUserID%\Start Menu\Programs and delete relevant entries.
[Do this for each User ID listed]
C:\Documents and Settings\%YourUserID%\Start Menu\Programs\Startup and delete relevant entries.
[Do this for each User ID listed]

If no entries were found in the previous step and the application launches automatically, navigate to
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Windows
and delete the entry.

source: http://www.theeldergeek.com

Project IGI 2: Covert Strike

"Project IGI2: Covert Strike "

   This game is the best game i have ever played. I love its graphics i love jones i love anna i love priboi and every other character in this game. Its build to perfection. Ita really difficult  and hence people stay away from it saying its not an interesting game. This game requires a lot of patience and strategy to play and if u use them  u are sure to be lured by this game. The following is a small piece of information to help people install and play the game. I ll soon post the walkthroughs. Guys go try this one and you would surely love it.

I. INSTALLING 
II. RUNNING THE GAME
III. CONTROLS
IV. HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS



I. INSTALLING:
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Insert Disc 1 into your CD/DVD drive. If you have Autorun enabled the game should start installing immediately. If Autorun is disabled, browse to the CD and double-click on 'setup.exe'.

You will be prompted for your choice of language for the installer program - select it from the drop-down list.

You will then be asked to enter the directory you wish to install the game to.

After a few minutes you will then be asked to insert Disc 2 to continue the install. Swap Disc 1 for Disc 2 and select 'OK'.

II. RUNNING THE GAME:
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After you install "Project IGI2: Covert Strike - DEMO" there will be an "IGI 2
Demo" shortcut on your desktop. Double-click this to start the game.
Alternatively you can start the game by going to: Start Menu -> Programs -> IGI
2 Covert Strike -> Play IGI 2 Demo.


III. CONTROLS:
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Control A Control B
Movement:

Move Forwards W Arrow Up
Move Backwards S Arrow Down
Move Left A Arrow Left
Move Right D Arrow Right
Turn Left X
Turn Right C
Jump SPACE NumPad 0
Crouch Left SHIFT Right CONTROL
Raise Stance Q INSERT
Lower Stance Z DELETE
Toggle Walk/Run CAPS LOCK END

Actions & Equipment:

Action E Right SHIFT
Peek \ Numpad .
Binoculars B HOME
Zoom In H Mouse Wheel UP
Zoom Out N Mouse Wheel DOWN
Thermal Goggles T PAGE UP
View Map M NumPad ENTER
View Log L 
View Objectives O 
Contact IGI HQ I 
Quick Load F7 

Combat:

Fire Left CONTROL Left MOUSE
BUTTON
Alternate Fire Right MOUSE BUTTON 
Next Weapon F ]
Previous Weapon V #
Reload R RETURN
Drop Weapon G PAGE DOWN
Select Primary Weapon 1 NumPad 1
Select Sidearm 2 NumPad 2
Select Knife 3 NumPad 3
Select Grenades 4 NumPad 4
Inventory 0 NumPad /



IV. HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS:
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(i) Minimum Requirements
(ii) Recommended Requirements
(iii) Supported Graphics Cards


(i) Minimum Requirements

Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
DirectX 8.1
Pentium III or Athlon at 700Mhz
128Mb RAM
Supported 32Mb Graphics Card
DirectX 8.1 Compatible Sound Card
8x CD-ROM
1.9Gb Hard Disk Space
(1.4Gb for game, 500Mb free after installation)

(ii) Recommended Requirements

Windows 98/ME/2000/XP 
DirectX 8.1
Pentium 3/4 or Athlon at 1.2Ghz
512Mb RAM
Supported 64Mb Graphics Card
DirectX 8.1 Compatible Sound Card
32x CD-ROM
1.9Gb Hard Disk Space
(1.4Gb for game, 500Mb free after installation)


(iii) Supported Graphics Cards

3dfx Voodoo 4/5
ATI Radeon, Radeon 7xxx/8xxx/9xxx
Matrox G400, G450, G550, Parhelia
Nvidia Riva TNT 2, GeForce 256/2/3/4
SiS Xabre

MICROSOFT BOOT CAMP nearing

This week thers gonna be a blast for me and other MSPs participating from all the parts of our country. i hope other MSPs would totally agree to it. As the camp was nearing, the anxiety levels of the MSPs were raising as well (technically anxiety levels are directly proportional to nearing of camp date). Now that the Microsoft guys informed us about the hotel details(ELLA SUITES- http://www.ellaasuites.com/photogallery.html) to curb our curiosity, we are more eagerly waiting and looking forward to experience a great BOOTCAMP. though the bootcamp is scheduled for a very short period, the very fact that we are going to visit the MICROSOFT campus makes it more interesting. This is one of the greatest opportunities for me to peep into the world of Microsoft which has always been my dream. Apart from this, another alluring thing is connecting with all the MSPs in person than the online connection which we have been doing from quite a long time. So, guys i am on my way into enjoy this camp to the fullest. Do wait for my next post to find out what fun we had over there !!!

MICROSOFT VIRTUAL TECH DAYS

For MSPs in search of points, here is another opportunity of gaining 40 points. just check out the mail sent by studpart@microsoft.

Here’s an opportunity to get trained on the latest Microsoft technologies! Virtual Tech Days (VTD) are back from 18^th-20^th Feb 2009.

Help your Student Tech Club members & faculty get up to speed by screening VTD in your Campus- and you could get rewarded for this!

All you need to do is:

• Screen at least one full VTD session for at least 50 people- a good internet connection and a projector would be required. Additionally, we strongly recommend that you encourage your peers and Faculty to register online as well using the attached invite.
• Print copies of the attached feedback form and get these filled by the attendees.
• Dispatch the feedback forms to Microsoft Bangalore (we shall send the address later this week)
• Earn 40 points flat (no multiples) by submitting an activity under the “Contribution to Special Activities” along with some cool prizes listed below:

Ø If you send 100 properly-filled VTD attendee feedback forms, you will receive a Microsoft USB kit.

Ø If you send 200 properly-filled VTD attendee feedback forms, you will receive a Microsoft jacket.

Ø If you send 500 properly-filled VTD attendee feedback forms, you will receive a Digital photo frame.

Ø If you send 1000 properly-filled VTD attendee feedback forms, you will receive a Windows Mobile Phone!

To be eligible for prizes, you have to submit appropriate proof (like photographs of the session) along with the feedback forms.

In case of multiple MSPs who jointly organize the VTD screening in a college, here’s an example of how the distribution will happen: If 3 MSPs jointly organize a screening, then (3 x 100) three hundred attendees are required for each MSP to be eligible for a USB Kit.

All the best!

Regards,

MSP India Team

MSP Boot Camp : 6th to 8th March,2009‏

 ALL INDIA MICROSOFT BOOTCAMP for MICROSOFT STUDENT PARTNERS has been anounced. just putting a copy of that mail on my blog. 

 For MSPs hailing from hyderabad there is a bad news, the bootcamp venue is HYDERABAD so there would be no travelling for us. Anyway i am looking forward to it as it would be my first ever bootcamp.

The mail goes this way..............

Folks,

We are glad to announce the all India MSP Boot Camp to be held from 6^th to 8^th March,2009, at Hyderabad. You will be glad to know that this time around, we are conducting the Boot Camp in the Microsoft Hyderabad Campus and during the days that you are in Hyderabad with us, you can expect some great technical content with, of course, loads of fun in the process.

 

   You will also be glad to know that this Boot Camp is coupled with an internship test for Pre Final year MSPs, organized exclusively for Microsoft Student Partners. Read the mail very carefully to know more about the same.

However, please read the portion below very carefully for the eligibility criteria for attendees. If you are to attend the Boot Camp, you will have to satisfy both the criteria.

 

This email contains 3 sections. Read all of them very carefully.

 

Criteria 1:

 

·         All MSPs who did not attend the MSP Boot Camp in Goa in October 2008 and who satisfy the criteria 2 are eligible.

OR

·         MSPs who attended the Boot Camp in Goa but are in the Pre Final year of their degree course and satisfy criteria are eligible.( read the section below related to Internship selection drive)

 

Criteria 2 :

 

Every MSP who intends to attend the MSP Boot Camp in Hyderabad has to have a minimum of 150 activity points in his/her account. Activities submitted on/before 28^th  February, 2009 will be considered.

 

So if you do satisfy both the above criteria, start packing your bags and get ready to set out to Hyderabad.

 

Remember, you have to have at least 150 points in any case to be a part of the boot camp or internship test.

 

1.Travel Arrangements.

You will have to make all travel arrangements on your own. You should plan your travel in such a way that you reach Hyderabad on the 6^th of March, afternoon and leave on the 8^th March, evening. Microsoft will provide you accommodation only for the period of

 

4 PM, 6^th March to 11 AM, 8^th March. However, we suggest, you take a train/bus/ flight in the evening of 8^th so that you don’t miss on any sessions on that day.

 

We will not make arrangements for you in case you wish to arrive earlier or leave later than scheduled. In all such cases, you are advised to get all such reservations done beforehand. Microsoft will not bear such expenses.

 

All your meals will be taken care of by us in the above mentioned period.

You shall be provided a travel reimbursement as per the fixed plan below. Please note that the Re-imbursements typically take time to get processed and you will receive them at least 2 months after the Boot Camp completion.

 

Slab	State/region
Rs. 700	Andhra Pradesh except Hyderabad
Rs 1500	Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Goa
Rs 2000	Kerala, Orissa, Madhya Pradesh, Chandigarh
Rs 2500	Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Bihar, West Bengal, Rajasthan
Rs. 3000	Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttaranchal, Assam

 

 

 

 

2.Internship Test.

As mentioned, the Microsoft campus recruitment team is going to conduct an internship drive for MSPs during the Boot Camp in Hyderabad. The eligibility criteria for this will be

 

·         You have to be a pre-final year student currently( example: you should be in 3^rd year currently if you are in a 4 year UG/PG course)

·         You should be able to spare a at least 8 weeks( all in a continuation) anytime between April 2009 to June 2010.

 

If you satisfy the above two criteria and have a minimum of 150 points in your account, here is your chance to appear in an MSP exclusive internship test on the 6^th of March (5 PM onwards)

 

 

3.Registration process for Boot Camp and Internship test.

 

You need to control click  registration link here to register for the boot camp. The sequence that you should follow should be

 

·         Read the mail and check if you are eligible.

·         Get your tickets booked

·         Fill in the registration details on the above mentioned link before 11.30 PM, February 15^th, 2009.

 

 

Registrations after 11:30 pm IST on 15th February 2009 will not be accepted under any circumstances.

 

 

We shall send you more information about your hotel details and other such issues after we close the registration on 15^th February,2009.

 

Please post any queries/discussions on http://microsoftstudentpartners.groups.live.com only. We will not entertain irrelevant questions on studpart@microsoft..com.

 

Hope to see you all in Hyderabad soon.!

 

 

Cheers,

MSP India team

MICROSOFT RESEARCH INDIA SUMMER SCHOOL 2009

Microsoft Research India has come with Microsoft Research India Summer School 2009 on Networking for students and faculty. The Summer School is hosted by MSR India in collaboration with Indian Institute of Science from June 08 – 19 2009 at the IISC Campus in Bangalore.

The primary goal of this summer school is to expose students in India to cutting-edge research in computer networking. There are many sound and experienced speakers, who’ll each be giving a series of lectures on a broad range of sub-areas within networking. More information on the summer school is available at http://research.microsoft.com/en-us/events/indiasummerschool2009/.

The selection of students will be made through a competitive process. The selected students need to attend and participate in the entire summer school. They will be offered train fare to/from Bangalore and local accommodation in Bangalore. More information on the application process is available at the webpage pointed to above.

The application form can be obtained from the following link: http://research.microsoft.com/en-us/events/indiasummerschool2009/application.doc

You can send the form:

• By email to msrinss@microsoft.com (Please put the email subject as "Summer School Application").
• By post to Mr. Ashwani Sharma, Microsoft Research India, 196/36, 2^nd Main, Sadashivnagar, Bangalore - 560080 (Please write "Summer School Application" on the envelope).
• By fax to (080) 2361 4657 (Please mark the fax as "Attn: Mr. Ashwani Sharma").

For any queries, you can email msrinss@microsoft.com

( or )

you can drop a mail to my mailbox: madirajutarun@gmail.com. i would get back to you at the earliest with the solution to your queries.

All the best for the selection process!