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CliffsNotes On Nicholas Sparks' The Notebook
Richard P. Wasowski Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0000
  Get the most from Nicholas Sparks' The Notebook with CliffsNotes—the original study guidesWhether you've read the novel countless times or are a newcomer to Nicholas Sparks' work, this book is the perfect study guide companion to The Notebook. You'll fall in love with the story of Noah and Allie in a new way through the valuable insight and trusted guidance of CliffsNotes.Inside, you'll get: Read More...
CWTS: Certified Wireless Technology Specialist Official Study Guide: Exam PW0-070
Robert J. Bartz Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0000
  About the BookThis Official Study Guide for the CWTS exam features complete coverage of the exam objectives, as well as hands-on exercises, Real World Scenarios, chapter review questions, a detailed glossary, objective map, and a pre-assessment test. The enhanced CD includes two bonus exams, 150 flashcards, Case Studies, and demo software.Exam coverage includes: Read More...
MCTS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Configuration Study Guide: Exam 70-236, 2nd Edition
Joel Stidley Mon, 22 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0000
  The most up-to-date study guide on Exam 70-236-written by Exchange MVP Joel StidleyExam 70-236 has been updated to include the latest release of Exchange Server 2007: Service Pack 1 (SP1). This new edition is written by an Exchange MVP, author, trainer, and consultant who arms you with the most up-to-date information on preparing for Exam 70-236.You'll explore areas such as installing and configuring Microsoft Exchange Servers, configuring recipients Read More...
70-620: Windows Vista Configuration with MOAC Virtual Lab Set
Microsoft Official Academic Course Tue, 09 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0000
  MOAC Virtual Labs provide students with a hosted emulation environment for working in labs designed for use with the Microsoft Official Academic Course curriculum.  These labs are the hands-on software experience that is critical for students to build the skills and knowledge they need for effective work with Windows Server 2008 on the job.  Give them real experience with real software, freely exploring the full environment, instead of the prescribed Read More...
MOAC 70-646: Windows Server 2008 Administrator with MOAC Virtual Lab, Set
Microsoft Official Academic Course Tue, 09 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0000
  MOAC Virtual Labs provide students with a hosted emulation environment for working in labs designed for use with the Microsoft Official Academic Course curriculum.  These labs are the hands-on software experience that is critical for students to build the skills and knowledge they need for effective work with Windows Server 2008 on the job.  Give them real experience with real software, freely exploring the full environment, instead of the prescribed Read More...
PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, Includes Audio CD, 5th Edition
Kim Heldman Tue, 02 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0000
  The much-anticipated update to the highly acclaimed PMP study guide!The Project Management Profressional (PMP) certification is the most desired skill in today's IT marketplace and candidates are required to have thousands of hours of PM experience even before taking the PMP exam.This fifth edition is completely updated for the newest exam and is the most comprehensive review guide on the shelf. You'll benefit from the detailed discussions on a wide Read More...

 

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5.10 Climbing Club: Double Butterfly - Explanation, illustrations, and instructions.
Meta Description: [ 5.10 Climbing Club, rock climbing ]

Alrama's Knots - Animated graphics of several knots being tied.

Animated Knot Tying Software - Downloadable demonstration software
Meta Description: [ Animated knot tying programs (Knots & Fishing Knots). Step forward & backward. Front & back views. Instructions. Free demos. For boaters, sailors, fishermen, scouts... ]

500 Baggy's Rope Box - Covers the Angler's loop, the Fisherman's knot, and the Friendship knot. Step by step illustrations and instructions.

Beer Knot - Photos and instructions for tying this variant of the water knot.
Meta Description: [ How to tie the Beer Knot ]

Best Knots for Fishing and Outdoors - Illustrations and instructions for a large number of knots used in fishing, boating and paddling.
Meta Description: [ How to tie fishing knots and knots in rope. Clear knot illustrations for fishing, scouts, climbers and sailors. ]

Blue Ridge Mountain Rescue Group - Covers climbing and rescue knots including how to make a seat harness from webbing and the bowline-on-a-coil. Photos and instructions.
Meta Description: [ These pages are for the purpose of Teaching knots used for Search and Rescue to the Blue Ridge Mountain Rescue Group. Feel free to use these as a training aid, but always get expert, in person instruction as these knots could cause injury if not used correctly ]

500 Climerware - Analysis of the strength loss caused by using a girth hitch. Climbing variations of the girth hitch, the dogvine, the mule knot, and the Figure-8. How to tie a bowline and clove hitch one-handed.

Grog's Animated Knots - Knots for boating, climbing, and fishing with clear animations.
Meta Description: [ Animated Knot-Tying for Boating, Climbing, Fishing, Scouting, Search and Rescue, and Arborists ]

Ian's Shoelace Site - Illustrations and instructions. Including common, faster and more secure knots. Also a section on different methods of lacing shoes.

Irish Climbing - Covers common climbing knots, including five friction knots for ascending the rope. Illustrations and common uses.

Knot Knotes - Trivia, jokes, records, projects, and games. Knot basics. Downloadable fonts.
Meta Description: [ Knots, Scout Knots, Knotting, Knot Tying, Knot Craft, IGKT, International Guild of Knot Tyers, Whatknot, Knotter, Knotting Links, Scout Skills, Bowline, Square knot, Scout knots ]

Knot Knowledge - Covers single loop knots, double loop knots, hitches, friction knots, bends, and stopper knots. Step by step instructions with photos. Definitions of terminology.
Meta Description: [ Knot Knowledge presents photographs of the steps involved in tying knots, including hitches, bends, loop knots, and friction hitches. ]

Knot Tying DVD - Sells a video (VHS/DVD) showing 47 knots and 6 splices tied from the user's perspective. Also gives information on making and caring for ropes. Language and Subtitle options: English/Spanish.
Meta Description: [ Knot tying instructional video which teaches how to tie 47 knots and 6 splices and build a rope making machine. Great for use with Scouts troups or Pathfinder clubs. ]

Knots on the Web - A collection of knotting resources.
Meta Description: [ The most comprehensive collection of knotting resources on the web. Sections on knot tying, mathematical knot theory, knot art, knot discussion forums, knot software, knot videos, and knot books. Also a knot gallery. ]

New Zealand Speleological Society - Covers common caving knots including the Figure 8, Figure 9, Alpine Butterfly, Italian hitch, and Tape knot. Illustrations and common uses.

Rec.crafts.knots FAQ - Frequently asked questions for the newsgroup, covering resources, recommendations, and links.

Rope Rescue - Presentation paper which exposes new students to safe, basic rope rescue fundamentals. Advanced students gain knowledge of proper techniques. All experiences are based on current testing and review the techniques of application used by different groups, from cave explorers to mountain rescue personnel.

Ropers Knots Pages - Index of knots with links, illustrations, and descriptions.
Meta Description: [ How to tie knots in rope. Knotting instructions for scouts, climbers and sailors. Clear knot descriptions and drawings. ]

Ropeworks - A book of knots, hitches, splicing, lashing and rope making.

Ruckus Society - Short climbers' knots manual.

Sailfree - Common sailing knots, including the Figure 8, Square knot, Sheet bend, Clove hitch, and Bowline. Illustrations, instructions, and common uses.

Six Exploding Knots - Covers six knots that untie easily, including the Sliding Butterfly, Double Carrick bend, and Clove Hitch Biting a Bight. Step-by-step illustrations with instructions and a table of properties.

Sophia-Antipolis Speleogical Society - Covers common caving knots including the double figure-8 on a bight and the farmer's knot. Illustrations.

404 Surgeon's Encyclopedia of Knots - Types of knots, techniques, special surgeon's knots, suture materials, and selected terms.

Team Whiskers Knots - Catfishing Team. Includes information on baits, knots, rigs, tackle, recipes, and tournaments.
Meta Description: [ Fishing Knots, Team Whiskers: 2002 World Cup Champions ]

404 The Knotting Dictionary of Kännet - Covers some common and some uncommon knots, including the Reef knot, Square knot, Sheepshank, Simple Simon Over, Monkey's Fist, and Vice Versa. Illustrations and common uses. What the knot is called in other languages. User-submitted comments.

The Lehigh Group - Covers common marine knots, plus the Hangman's knot, the Scaffold knot, and the Gallows knot. Illustrations and common uses.
Meta Description: [ Description and illustration of several useful and popular marine knots ]

500 The Pitzen Knot - Illustrations and step-by-step instructions.

The Prusik Knot - Discussion, comments, and tips regarding use for both sailing and climbing. History.

University of New England Mountaineering Club - Covers the Alpine Butterfly, Bowline, Clove hitch, and Fisherman's knot. Animation and common uses.