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A moat is deep, broad trench, usually filled with water, that surrounds a structure, installation, or town, normally to provide it with a preliminary line of defense. Traditionally, moats were excavated around castles and fortifications as part of the defensive system, and were usually filled with water. They provided a preliminary barrier outside the fortification walls against attacks upon the complex. A moat made access to the walls difficult for siege weapons, such as siege towers and battering rams, which needed to be brought up against a wall to be effective. A very important feature was that a water-filled moat made very difficult the practice of mining, that is to say digging tunnels under the fortifications in order to effect a collapse of the defenses. The word was adapted in Middle English from the French motte "mound, hillock" and was first applied to the central mound on which a fortification was erected (see Motte and bailey), and then came to be applied to the excavated ring, a "dry moat". The term moat is also applied to natural formations reminiscent of the artificial structure. In the violent conditions of the 14th and 15th centuries in England, though defensive walling required a charter from the king, a moat round a manor house could deter all but the most determined intruders (illustration, top right). See also Ightham Mote. Moated fortresses are also evident in Ferrara, the Rocca Sanvitale in Fontanelleta, and the Rocca Scaglieri in Sirmione on the shores of Lake Garda.
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1. Borneo Golfing
November 03, 2008
Sutera Golf/Spa Megaresort, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Crack! Splash. Those two sounds are the first that I hear on arrival at the driving range. They signal that another golfer has just hooked a ball into the moat.
Soon I am emulating that feat and feeling bad about the waste of equipment. Happily, however, the balls are low-density, which means they float and can be retrieved.
So, as the two Aussies (both called Andrew) who run the course might say, “no worries”. After I have had a blast at the range, Perth product Andrew Farmers, 23, rounds me up and chauffeurs me in a buggy to... (read more)
Author: simon ramsden
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2. Are you thwart the Barbarian Spyware!
May 12, 2008
Today, on most internet user's computers, we have the ability to employ software, along with our intelligence, to prevent viruses and spyware. To put this article into proper perspective, we'll use medieval defense tactics.
This is accomplished by 3 methods. First, a firewall... 'The Castle Moat' so to speak. A firewall can't see inside your computer beforehand though, so if any viruses or spyware were present before the firewall was installed then it’s of no use. Of course, it’s extremely good at preventing new attacks.
Second, an anti-virus program.... 'The Cast... (read more)
Author: ginfo1 plus
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3. Are you thwarting the Barbarian Spyware!
April 30, 2008
Today, on most internet user's computers, we have the ability to employ software, along with our intelligence, to prevent viruses and spyware. To put this article into proper perspective, we'll use medieval defense tactics.
This is accomplished by 3 methods. First, a firewall... 'The Castle Moat' so to speak. A firewall can't see inside your computer beforehand though, so if any viruses or spyware were present before the firewall was installed then it’s of no use. Of course, it’s extremely good at preventing new attacks.
Second, an anti-virus program.... 'The Cast... (read more)
Author: ABHISHEK ABROL
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4. The Tower of London: A Glance into History
March 31, 2008
The Tower of London was founded in 1078 when the Norman king William the Conqueror ordered the White Tower - a stark, square fortress - to be built. This was as much to protect the Normans from the people of the City of London as it was to protect London from outside invaders. The Tower was built using Caen stone, imported from France. In the 12th century, King Richard the Lionheart enclosed the Tower with a curtain wall and had a moat dug around it and filled with water from the Thames. The moat was not successful, however, until Henry III strengthened the curtain wall and, later, Edward... (read more)
Author: Adam Singleton
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5. Remains of the Data - Protect Your Identity
March 29, 2008
In the wrong hands, it's just as easy for a thief to recover data off your old, discarded hard drive as it is to unravel and read a crumpled piece of paper that you've tossed in the garbage. Geek savvy crooks know just how to access the dark corners of your trusty old computer and this can place your identity at risk. Shredding paper, smashing up CDs, DVDs or USB flash drives that contain any sort of personal or business information is an obvious and simple step to take when discarding any media. But what do you do with your hard drive once you decide to replace it? Most of y... (read more)
Author: Wilfred Walter
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6. Dick and Jane Are Up To Their Elbows In Alligators and The Sharks Are Swimming In The Moat Around Their Home
January 30, 2007
Spot was the first to notice the heavy stress in the home. Spot was staying away from the tension mongers as to not become a target of their frustration. Spot took a lower profile getting a pat or a hug whenever it looked safe.
Many new buyers have not been exposed to the huge swings of many business cycles of the past and thus were somewhat babes in the woods. Many parents impressed on their children “Not an ARM”… “Not an ARM they will go up and put you in a bad spot” “Get a fixed rate and you won’t have to worry” Those who listened to this cautionary advice and have a fixed rate mortgag... (read more)
Author: Dale Rogers
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7. Preparing the Proper Bridge to Win a Disability Retirement Case Under FERS and CSRS
October 23, 2006
Then, there is the story of an old man who wanted to have peace and quiet, and become a recluse. So he built a castle, and began first by digging a moat so wide and deep that none would be able to violate his privacy. Thereafter, he filled the moat with water, and released crocodiles and other dangerous creatures to keep all strangers away. Next, he scattered broken glass and sharp objects on the outer perimeter of the moat, to ensure that none would be able to enter. Alas, when it came time to build his home in the middle of the moat, none could enter, for the old man had forgotten to first... (read more)
Author: Paul Smith
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8. Storing Fine Wine in Your Home
October 04, 2006
The kings of old had the most impressive wine collections in their castle homes. Fortunately, these days you can get the same without digging a moat around your home.
Storing Fine Wine in Your Home
If you have a large collection of wine bottles, a simple wine cabinet or wine refrigerator may not be large enough to hold your entire range of wine. When you've reached this point, which usually happens around 600 bottles or so, it's time to start thinking about alternative methods of storage. If you own your own home, installing one of the different types of storage solutions available ... (read more)
Author: Xavier Modini
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9. How You Can Control Hummingbird Feeder Pests Such as Ants, Bees and Wasps
April 18, 2006
The same sugar solution that attracts Hummingbirds to your feeder, will also be attractive to ants, bees and wasps. Not only will they drink, they will also contaminate the nectar and sometimes even keep the Hummingbirds from using the feeder. Ants getting inside the feeder will drown and contaminate the nectar as their bodies decompose. As for bees and wasps, I have seen bees and wasps at my feeder so thick that the Hummingbirds couldn't feed at all. Thumping them with a rolled up newspaper seemed to help a little, but every time I thumped one, it wasn't long before it was replaced by... (read more)
Author: Michael Baughman
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10. Bastille Day - France's Independence Day
April 08, 2006
Bastille Day is much like Independence Day in the United States - It is the celebration of a new form of government. Bastille Day symbolizes the overthrow of the old monarchy and the beginning of the French republic.
The Bastille
The Bastille was built in 1382 and was originally used to defend the east side of Paris from attack. The Bastille had walls more than 80 feet high and was surrounded by a moat. Hundreds of years later, the French monarchy converted The Bastille into a prison to lock up people who didn’t agree with their decisions. People were jailed by arbi... (read more)
Author: Harmony Sweets
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11. How to thwart the Barbarian Spyware!
August 29, 2005
Today,on most internet user's computers, we have the
ability to employ software, along with our
intelligence, to prevent viruses and spyware.
To put this article into proper perspective, we'll use
Medieval defense tactics.
This is accomplished by 3 methods. First, a firewall...
'The Castle Moat' so to speak. A firewall can't see
inside your computer beforehand though, so if any viruses
or spyware were present before the firewall was installed
then its of no use. Of course, its extremely good at preventing new
attacks.
Second, a anti-virus program.... 'The Castle Drawbridge!
... (read more)
Author: Doug Woodall
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12. Are You Listening?
June 12, 2003
Are You Listening?
Helaine Iris
© 2003
“At any moment, you have a choice, that either leads you closer to your spirit or further away from it.” Thich Nhat Hahn
Last summer my husband and I went away for our anniversary. We went to the White Mountains of New Hampshire for some camping and hiking. Mind you, my husband has hiked the Appalachian Trail and his idea of a hike is far different than my idea of a hike.
He wanted to climb Moat Mountain, a two-mile climb with an elevation of 2800 feet. It was a ninety-degree day in August with about ninety percent humidity, otherwise a perfe... (read more)
Author: Helaine Iris
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