Showing posts with label Digital Downloads. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Digital Downloads. Show all posts
Take Time for Yourself - October is Mental Health Month
Sutherland Shire Libraries has a range of downloadable resources that you could use in your 'me' time.
Reading has long been recognised as a good way to relax. Have you ever thought of letting someone else do the reading? Sutherland Shire Libraries have eBooks and Audiobooks that can be downloaded to your mobile devices. You can find out what eBooks and Audiobooks the library has by searching the library catalogue. Overdrive has recently improved content offering books from best selling authors such as Lee Child, Lisa Jackson, Jodi Piccoult, Patricia Cornwell, Clive Cussler, Judy Nunn, Peter Fitzsimons, David Hill, Tom Keneally. This library never closes and lets you read or listen on your PC or transfer to your e-reader, iPod or tablet.
eBooks and Audiobooks are shown in your library catalogue search results by these two icons:
The icons with the 'e' as part of the caption indicate the titles which are Electronic Resources. They can be used from anywhere you have an internet connection. No need to physically visit the library to use them.
eBooks from Overdrive do not open directly from the search results. First time users should look at the instructions supplied from the library's Overdrive Audiobooks and eBooks Learn More link help with setup of Overdrive.
Overdrive has a great range of Fiction and Non-fiction titles, which can be found via Encore or in Overdrive itself.
Overdrive allows you to borrow titles for a 3 week period, (shorter if you wish), renew them and place or cancel holds on titles. You can have a maximum of 10 titles out at a time, whether that is a mix of eBook or eAudio.
TIP: Overdrive titles do not appear on your regular library online account, a separate Overdrive account has to be created for each member and loans, returns and holds etc. are managed from there.
eAudio is also available from Overdrive, with the titles coming from over 2,000 publishers and new ones being added all the time, there is something for everyone.
OneClickdigital
eAudio is the only format available from OneClickDigital, so if you want something to listen to while driving or on your morning walk browse through the range offered by OneClickDigital. Like Overdrive to borrow audiobooks from Oneclickdigital you have to create a new account, which enables the creation of preferences, alerts and collection lists.
Overdrive and OneClickDigital require software to be downloaded to your PC or portable device on the first use. All the information required to access these all these titles is contained on the library website under each resource.
Zinio
Get free music and music videos from thousands of artists from the Sony catalogue. Using Freegal, library members can download up to 3 free song MP3s, or 1 song MP3 and 1 music MP4 video per week from the Sony Music catalogue. Choose from thousands of artists and hundreds of thousands of songs, all free and legally yours to keep. Library members can now also access 3 hours of music streaming per day. Information and step-by-step instructions on setting up and using Freegal are available on the Sutherland Shire Libraries website.
These resources are available to members of Sutherland Shire Libraries.
Reading has long been recognised as a good way to relax. Have you ever thought of letting someone else do the reading? Sutherland Shire Libraries have eBooks and Audiobooks that can be downloaded to your mobile devices. You can find out what eBooks and Audiobooks the library has by searching the library catalogue. Overdrive has recently improved content offering books from best selling authors such as Lee Child, Lisa Jackson, Jodi Piccoult, Patricia Cornwell, Clive Cussler, Judy Nunn, Peter Fitzsimons, David Hill, Tom Keneally. This library never closes and lets you read or listen on your PC or transfer to your e-reader, iPod or tablet.
eBooks and Audiobooks are shown in your library catalogue search results by these two icons:
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| eBook 2014 |
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| eAudio 2014 |
You can also go directly to the library's Audio and eBook page.
Overdrive
Overdrive has a great range of Fiction and Non-fiction titles, which can be found via Encore or in Overdrive itself.
TIP: Overdrive titles do not appear on your regular library online account, a separate Overdrive account has to be created for each member and loans, returns and holds etc. are managed from there.
eAudio is also available from Overdrive, with the titles coming from over 2,000 publishers and new ones being added all the time, there is something for everyone.
eAudio is the only format available from OneClickDigital, so if you want something to listen to while driving or on your morning walk browse through the range offered by OneClickDigital. Like Overdrive to borrow audiobooks from Oneclickdigital you have to create a new account, which enables the creation of preferences, alerts and collection lists.
Zinio
Do you like to keep up to date with your favourite magazines? Then you’ll love Zinio – a free digital magazine service available at Sutherland Shire Libraries as part of its range of online collections.
The current issue of popular magazine titles can be downloaded onto many devices including PC, Mac, iPad or Android tablet. Zinio enables readers to move seamlessly between text, graphics, animated illustrations and videos; making reading their favourite titles an interactive experience.
Titles cover a wide range of interests and age groups including Elle, Gardening Australia, Harper’s Bazaar, MacUser, PC & Tech Authority, Popular Mechanics, Popular Science, Donna Hay, Taste, Star, OK, Vogue Australia, Weight Watchers,
Gourmet Traveller, Australian Womans Weekly, New Idea and many more.
A list of magazines included in Sutherland Libraries zinio subscription can be found on the library catalogue.
Information and step-by-step instructions on setting up and using Zinio are available on the Sutherland Shire Libraries website
Freegal
Freegal
These resources are available to members of Sutherland Shire Libraries.
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Overdrive audiobooks and ebooks: new features
In a recent update to our Overdrive audiobooks and ebooks service 2 new features were added that users of this service will want to know about.
Back Issues added to Zinio Digital Magazines
Back issues of digital magazines are now available through the library's Zinio collection.
The library collection page will contain all of the back issues of magazines currently offered in the library's collection, back to the beginning of of our subscription period in mid 2013 (or if the title was added later, to the date when we first subscribed).
The library's collection page and checkout process has also been enhanced to show more information about each title, including issue date and a list of compatible devices (iPhone, iPad, Android, browser, etc).
Try it for yourself.
Zinio Digital Magazines
The library collection page will contain all of the back issues of magazines currently offered in the library's collection, back to the beginning of of our subscription period in mid 2013 (or if the title was added later, to the date when we first subscribed).
The library's collection page and checkout process has also been enhanced to show more information about each title, including issue date and a list of compatible devices (iPhone, iPad, Android, browser, etc).
Try it for yourself.
Zinio Digital Magazines
One Click Digital - Our Newest Audiobook Supplier
Many of our library members know we have partnered with Overdrive to supply downloadable digital audiobooks and ebooks. What you may not know is that we have recently added another supplier of digital audiobooks - One Click Digital.
One Click Digital is similar to Overdrive in that you login to a Sutherland Shire Libraries branded version of their website using your library card number. From that site you can search, browse and download digital audiobooks to your computer and transfer them to your portable devices.
They offer a Media Manager, a piece of software to help you manage the checkout -- download -- transfer -- listen process just like Overdrive; there are versions for Windows and Mac. And they also have iOS and Android Apps available for your portable devices in the relevent app stores.
With One Click Digital, however, there are no reserves and no waiting. All titles have unlimited availability, meaning all library borrowers can download the latest titles at the same time.
In addition, over 90% of the Sutherland Shire Libraries One Click Digital collection are downloaded as unprotected mp3 files, meaning they work on almost any device including iPods and other mp3 players. There are some DRM protected Windows Media files in the collection but they are in the minority.
On the other hand, there are no ebooks, only audiobooks. If ebooks are your thing you will want to stick with Overdrive.
So if you haven't already discovered One Click Digital on our website why not check it out!
We recommend that you watch the tutorial overview video before you start downloading as there's a bit of setting up involved to make things work smoothly.
You can find the details for One Click Digital on our website under Audiobooks & eBooks.
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| Digital audiobooks from One Click Digital now available from Sutherland Shire Libraries |
One Click Digital is similar to Overdrive in that you login to a Sutherland Shire Libraries branded version of their website using your library card number. From that site you can search, browse and download digital audiobooks to your computer and transfer them to your portable devices.
They offer a Media Manager, a piece of software to help you manage the checkout -- download -- transfer -- listen process just like Overdrive; there are versions for Windows and Mac. And they also have iOS and Android Apps available for your portable devices in the relevent app stores.
With One Click Digital, however, there are no reserves and no waiting. All titles have unlimited availability, meaning all library borrowers can download the latest titles at the same time.
In addition, over 90% of the Sutherland Shire Libraries One Click Digital collection are downloaded as unprotected mp3 files, meaning they work on almost any device including iPods and other mp3 players. There are some DRM protected Windows Media files in the collection but they are in the minority.
On the other hand, there are no ebooks, only audiobooks. If ebooks are your thing you will want to stick with Overdrive.
So if you haven't already discovered One Click Digital on our website why not check it out!
We recommend that you watch the tutorial overview video before you start downloading as there's a bit of setting up involved to make things work smoothly.
You can find the details for One Click Digital on our website under Audiobooks & eBooks.
Download audiobooks and ebooks with Overdrive
Are you interested in reading digital books?
Then try out Sutherland Shire Libraries Overdrive service. You can use this service to browse, check out and download a wide range of audiobooks and ebooks. Your downloads can then be transferred to a device such as your PC, CD, ipod, mp3 player or Windows media player subject to digital rights restrictions.
This means you could listen to your downloads in the car, on the train and when you're out and about. If the book you wanted in the Library is checked out, you might be able to download it and view it from your PC.
To access this service all you need is the Internet and a valid Sutherland Shire Libraries card.
Library and Information Week 24-30 May 2010
Join us in celebrating Shire libraries as the place to access, communicate, connect, educate, entertain and inform.
Each library will be holding special activities and events during the week. Visit your local library to see what's on.
ANNUAL BOOK SALESutherland Library
Friday 21 - Sunday 23 MayIt's that time again! Sutherland's huge annual book sale. This year is the 21st anniversary of our annual sale and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
If you have never been to this event before come along and join the fun.
Run in and grab a bargain from our huge range of adult and children's books and magazines. There is something for everyone.
The sale is held over 3 days with stock replenished regularly. Proceeds from the book sale are used to fund new library projects. Cash sales only.
Friday 21st 9am-8.30pm
Saturday 22nd* 9am-3.30pm
Sunday 23rd 12noon-3.30pm
* Face painting 11am-12noon (Saturday only)
DAILY LIBRARY TOURS
Sutherland LibraryMonday 24-Friday 28 May
11am and 2pm
Announcements will be made as to meeting point.
FAMILY HISTORY FOR BEGINNERSEngadine Library
Monday 24 May
10.30-11.30 am
Ever felt the urge to find out about your family tree?
Come and hear Heather Clarey from Botany Bay Family History Society give tips on how to begin researching your own family history using a variety of resources including ancestry.com
CARD MAKING FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Tuesday 25 May
10am - 12noon
Impress your friends and family with your handmade cards. All materials are supplied but numbers are limited so bookings are essential. For information and bookings phone Kristin on 9710 0823.
Downloadable Audio Books and eBooks Using Overdrive
Engadine Library
Thursday 27 May
10.30am-11.30amCarry all your favourite books in your pocket! Discover how to download popular digital audio and eBooks from the library website any time you want.
National Simultaneous Storytime
All Libraries (except Bundeena)
Wednesday 26 May
11amJoin us for some fun with a nationwide Simultaneous Storytime Reading of Little White Dogs Can't Jump by Bruce Whatley and Rosie Smith. Be one of over 100,000 children and adults across Australia taking part in this special event.
National Simultaneous Storytime provides a fun and special opportunity for everyone to share in the joy and importance of reading and literacy for children.
Night Time Storytime
Menai Library
Monday 24 May
6.30pm
Miranda Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Wear your pyjamas if you like!
Creative Writing Workshop
Cronulla Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pmAlways wanted to write but not sure where to start?
Join us at this introductory workshop presented by Stella Tarakson, an award winning author, researcher and tutor from St George and Sutherland Community College.
For bookings phone
Cronulla Library
9523 4980
Behind the ScenesSutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10am
Discover staff work areas and back room activities.
Storytime Goes Digital
Engadine Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Preschool storytime with a digital component.
Access Your Library OnlineSutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Whiz around the website, gain control of the catalogue, delve into databases and overindulge your senses in Overdrive.
Author Talk - Constance Fairleight
Sutherland Library
Saturday 29 May
1pmLocal author Constance Fairleight will talk about her new book Creating the Life You Truly Deserve TM as the key to attaining the kind of life that you could only dream of. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon.
Light refreshments available.
Luxury Hamper Lucky Draw
Visit any Shire Library during Library and Information Week to go in the draw for your chance to win a basket full of goodies.
Entry is free.
For more information about Library and Information Week visit
library.sutherland.nsw.gov.auor
call 9710 0351
Each library will be holding special activities and events during the week. Visit your local library to see what's on.
ANNUAL BOOK SALESutherland Library
Friday 21 - Sunday 23 MayIt's that time again! Sutherland's huge annual book sale. This year is the 21st anniversary of our annual sale and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
If you have never been to this event before come along and join the fun.
Run in and grab a bargain from our huge range of adult and children's books and magazines. There is something for everyone.
The sale is held over 3 days with stock replenished regularly. Proceeds from the book sale are used to fund new library projects. Cash sales only.
Friday 21st 9am-8.30pm
Saturday 22nd* 9am-3.30pm
Sunday 23rd 12noon-3.30pm
* Face painting 11am-12noon (Saturday only)
DAILY LIBRARY TOURS
Sutherland LibraryMonday 24-Friday 28 May
11am and 2pm
Announcements will be made as to meeting point.
FAMILY HISTORY FOR BEGINNERSEngadine Library
Monday 24 May
10.30-11.30 am
Ever felt the urge to find out about your family tree?
Come and hear Heather Clarey from Botany Bay Family History Society give tips on how to begin researching your own family history using a variety of resources including ancestry.com
CARD MAKING FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Tuesday 25 May
10am - 12noon
Impress your friends and family with your handmade cards. All materials are supplied but numbers are limited so bookings are essential. For information and bookings phone Kristin on 9710 0823.
Downloadable Audio Books and eBooks Using Overdrive
Engadine Library
Thursday 27 May
10.30am-11.30amCarry all your favourite books in your pocket! Discover how to download popular digital audio and eBooks from the library website any time you want.
National Simultaneous Storytime
All Libraries (except Bundeena)
Wednesday 26 May
11amJoin us for some fun with a nationwide Simultaneous Storytime Reading of Little White Dogs Can't Jump by Bruce Whatley and Rosie Smith. Be one of over 100,000 children and adults across Australia taking part in this special event.
National Simultaneous Storytime provides a fun and special opportunity for everyone to share in the joy and importance of reading and literacy for children.
Night Time Storytime
Menai Library
Monday 24 May
6.30pm
Miranda Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Wear your pyjamas if you like!
Creative Writing Workshop
Cronulla Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pmAlways wanted to write but not sure where to start?
Join us at this introductory workshop presented by Stella Tarakson, an award winning author, researcher and tutor from St George and Sutherland Community College.
For bookings phone
Cronulla Library
9523 4980
Behind the ScenesSutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10am
Discover staff work areas and back room activities.
Storytime Goes Digital
Engadine Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Preschool storytime with a digital component.
Access Your Library OnlineSutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Whiz around the website, gain control of the catalogue, delve into databases and overindulge your senses in Overdrive.
Author Talk - Constance Fairleight
Sutherland Library
Saturday 29 May
1pmLocal author Constance Fairleight will talk about her new book Creating the Life You Truly Deserve TM as the key to attaining the kind of life that you could only dream of. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon.
Light refreshments available.
Luxury Hamper Lucky Draw
Visit any Shire Library during Library and Information Week to go in the draw for your chance to win a basket full of goodies.
Entry is free.
For more information about Library and Information Week visit
library.sutherland.nsw.gov.auor
call 9710 0351
Library and Information Week 24-30 May 2010
Join us in celebrating Shire libraries as the place to access, communicate, connect, educate, entertain and inform.
Each library will be holding special activities and events during the week. Visit your local library to see what's on.
ANNUAL BOOK SALE
Sutherland Library
Friday 21 - Sunday 23 May
It's that time again! Sutherland's huge annual book sale. This year is the 21st anniversary of our annual sale and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
If you have never been to this event before come along and join the fun.
Run in and grab a bargain from our huge range of adult and children's books and magazines. There is something for everyone.
The sale is held over 3 days with stock replenished regularly. Proceeds from the book sale are used to fund new library projects. Cash sales only.
Friday 21st 9am-8.30pm
Saturday 22nd* 9am-3.30pm
Sunday 23rd 12noon-3.30pm
* Face painting 11am-12noon (Saturday only)
DAILY LIBRARY TOURS
Sutherland Library
Monday 24-Friday 28 May
11am and 2pm
Announcements will be made as to meeting point.
FAMILY HISTORY FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Monday 24 May
10.30-11.30 am
Ever felt the urge to find out about your family tree?
Come and hear Heather Clarey from Botany Bay Family History Society give tips on how to begin researching your own family history using a variety of resources including ancestry.com
CARD MAKING FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Tuesday 25 May
10am - 12noon
Impress your friends and family with your handmade cards. All materials are supplied but numbers are limited so bookings are essential. For information and bookings phone Kristin on 9710 0823.
Downloadable Audio Books and eBooks Using Overdrive
Engadine Library
Thursday 27 May
10.30am-11.30am
Carry all your favourite books in your pocket! Discover how to download popular digital audio and eBooks from the library website any time you want.
National Simultaneous Storytime
All Libraries (except Bundeena)
Wednesday 26 May
11am
Join us for some fun with a nationwide Simultaneous Storytime Reading of Little White Dogs Can't Jump by Bruce Whatley and Rosie Smith. Be one of over 100,000 children and adults across Australia taking part in this special event.
National Simultaneous Storytime provides a fun and special opportunity for everyone to share in the joy and importance of reading and literacy for children.
Night Time Storytime
Menai Library
Monday 24 May
6.30pm
Miranda Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Wear your pyjamas if you like!
Cerative Writing Workshop
Cronulla Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Always wanted to write but not sure where to start?
Join us at this introductory workshop presented by Stella Tarakson, an award winning author, researcher and tutor from St George and Sutherland Community College.
For bookings phone
Cronulla Library
9523 4980
Behind the Scenes
Sutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10am
Discover staff work areas and back room activities.
Storytime Goes Digital
Engadine Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Preschool storytime with a digital component.
Access Your Library Online
Sutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Whiz around the website, gain control of the catalogue, delve into databases and overindulge your senses in Overdrive.
Author Talk - Constance Fairleight
Sutherland Library
Saturday 29 May
1pm
Local author Constance Fairleight will talk about her new book Creating the Life You Truly Deserve TM as the key to attaining the kind of life that you could only dream of. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon.
Light refreshments available.
Luxury Hamper Lucky Draw
Visit any Shire Library during Library and Information Week to go in the draw for your chance to win a basket full of goodies.
Entry is free.
For more information about Library and Information Week visit
library.sutherland.nsw.gov.au
or
call 9710 0351
Each library will be holding special activities and events during the week. Visit your local library to see what's on.
ANNUAL BOOK SALE
Sutherland Library
Friday 21 - Sunday 23 May
It's that time again! Sutherland's huge annual book sale. This year is the 21st anniversary of our annual sale and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
If you have never been to this event before come along and join the fun.
Run in and grab a bargain from our huge range of adult and children's books and magazines. There is something for everyone.
The sale is held over 3 days with stock replenished regularly. Proceeds from the book sale are used to fund new library projects. Cash sales only.
Friday 21st 9am-8.30pm
Saturday 22nd* 9am-3.30pm
Sunday 23rd 12noon-3.30pm
* Face painting 11am-12noon (Saturday only)
DAILY LIBRARY TOURS
Sutherland Library
Monday 24-Friday 28 May
11am and 2pm
Announcements will be made as to meeting point.
FAMILY HISTORY FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Monday 24 May
10.30-11.30 am
Ever felt the urge to find out about your family tree?
Come and hear Heather Clarey from Botany Bay Family History Society give tips on how to begin researching your own family history using a variety of resources including ancestry.com
CARD MAKING FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Tuesday 25 May
10am - 12noon
Impress your friends and family with your handmade cards. All materials are supplied but numbers are limited so bookings are essential. For information and bookings phone Kristin on 9710 0823.
Downloadable Audio Books and eBooks Using Overdrive
Engadine Library
Thursday 27 May
10.30am-11.30am
Carry all your favourite books in your pocket! Discover how to download popular digital audio and eBooks from the library website any time you want.
National Simultaneous Storytime
All Libraries (except Bundeena)
Wednesday 26 May
11am
Join us for some fun with a nationwide Simultaneous Storytime Reading of Little White Dogs Can't Jump by Bruce Whatley and Rosie Smith. Be one of over 100,000 children and adults across Australia taking part in this special event.
National Simultaneous Storytime provides a fun and special opportunity for everyone to share in the joy and importance of reading and literacy for children.
Night Time Storytime
Menai Library
Monday 24 May
6.30pm
Miranda Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Wear your pyjamas if you like!
Cerative Writing Workshop
Cronulla Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Always wanted to write but not sure where to start?
Join us at this introductory workshop presented by Stella Tarakson, an award winning author, researcher and tutor from St George and Sutherland Community College.
For bookings phone
Cronulla Library
9523 4980
Behind the Scenes
Sutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10am
Discover staff work areas and back room activities.
Storytime Goes Digital
Engadine Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Preschool storytime with a digital component.
Access Your Library Online
Sutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Whiz around the website, gain control of the catalogue, delve into databases and overindulge your senses in Overdrive.
Author Talk - Constance Fairleight
Sutherland Library
Saturday 29 May
1pm
Local author Constance Fairleight will talk about her new book Creating the Life You Truly Deserve TM as the key to attaining the kind of life that you could only dream of. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon.
Light refreshments available.
Luxury Hamper Lucky Draw
Visit any Shire Library during Library and Information Week to go in the draw for your chance to win a basket full of goodies.
Entry is free.
For more information about Library and Information Week visit
library.sutherland.nsw.gov.au
or
call 9710 0351
Fantastic News for iPod Owners
You can now play OverDrive WMA (Windows Media Audio) audiobooks from Sutherland Shire Libraries Digital Downloads on your iPod. Until now iPod owners have been limited to mp3 format audio books from our Digital Downloads collection due to rights issues, which has meant that iPod owners have missed out on many of the best sellers and most popular audio books. (Typically mp3 files have been restricted to classics and out-of-copyright titles)
That has just changed!
Nearly all OverDrive WMA Audiobooks in our download collection are now compatible with the iPod, iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPod nano, as well as Zune and thousands of other portable devices.
To access this new functionality all you have to do is upgrade OverDrive Media Console to version 3.2 on Windows PCs.
There are a few requirements for transfering WMA audiobooks to Apple devices, which you can read about in the Overdrive Help.
OverDrive Media Console's enhanced Transfer Wizard will expand the largest selection of iPod-compatible audiobook titles for libraries by making the vast majority of existing audiobook titles playable on Apple devices.
That has just changed!
Nearly all OverDrive WMA Audiobooks in our download collection are now compatible with the iPod, iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPod nano, as well as Zune and thousands of other portable devices.
To access this new functionality all you have to do is upgrade OverDrive Media Console to version 3.2 on Windows PCs.
There are a few requirements for transfering WMA audiobooks to Apple devices, which you can read about in the Overdrive Help.
OverDrive Media Console's enhanced Transfer Wizard will expand the largest selection of iPod-compatible audiobook titles for libraries by making the vast majority of existing audiobook titles playable on Apple devices.
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