I have just installed Visual Studio 2005 Professional Edition, SQL Server 2005 Developer Edition running in x86 operating bit systems .

Anyway, I first installed Visual Studio followed by the SQL Server 2005. Since I’m only running a SQL Developer Edition which does’nt have the Enterprise Manager like in SQL Server 2000. Then I now want to use the SQL Server Management Studio to administer a database I have running on a website. The SQL Server Management Studio in SQL Server 2005 is equivalent to Enterprise Manager and Query Analyzer in SQL Server 2000. At first I’m so confused in it, but upon reading and searching in MSDN…all my questions was absolutely answered.I really had a hard time installing my SQL Server 2005 with SQL Management Studio. The problem is where do I find this SQL Server Management Studio? I guess that I installed the Visual Studio first. And in that case, I likely got a copy of SQL Server Express Edition installed by the Visual Studio. It has a subset of the SQL Tools that need to be upgraded to the Developer Edition tools.

I got the solution to my problem I went to Add/Remove Programs, selected “Remove” on SQL Server 2005, then in the dialog that comes up next, select to remove the “Workstation components…” and the “SQLExpress Instance…”. Then after that is finished, restart setup and reinstall the tools.

When I go through the UI for SQL Server 2005 Setup, at some point I came to a “Existing Components” dialog with a checkbox asking if I want to install the “Workstation Components, Books Online and Development Tools”. I Check that box, then continue…

Once I finished installing…Boom! I made it! I found in the Start Menu folder all these “Microsoft SQL Server 2005″ and another folder inside that called “Configuration Tools”, “Analysis Services”, “Performance Tools” “SQL Server Business Intelligence Development Studio”, “SQL Server Management Studio” and “Documentations and Tutorials”.

Here are the top 10 tips to capture great photos!
from: F.D.S.B.

1. Look Your Subject in the Eyes — This will not only draw your attention to them as the photographer, but will translate into the picture later on. It will force you to be on the same level as your subject, open the doorway to their world and make each shot much more personal.

2. Look for the Light — Once you’ve looked your subject in the eyes your next concern should be the light. I know this sounds funny, but good lighting can make all the difference. It will affect every aspect of your photograph, so pay attention. If you don’t like the lighting you have, try moving. A few step in either direction may make the difference between a good photograph and a great one.

3. Don’t Be Afraid to Flash — Even if it is light outside your flash may be your best friend. Try using your flash on those particularly bright days to rid yourself of those dark under-eye shadows caused by the sun. If you have the choice of fill flash, use it for those close-up shots.

4. Get to Know You Flash — Ever have those pictures where you know you used the flash, but no one could tell it by looking at your pictures? This is a common mistake. Each flash has a range. That is the distance that the light will travel to be effective. Flash ranges can vary greatly from one camera to another, so check your manual. Most are about 10 feet. If your subject is outside the range of your flash, it will do no good at all.

5. Simplify Your Background — Keeping the background simple will draw the attention where it belongs, to your subject. Take a moment to study the background, make sure there is nothing strange behind your subject that might look funny later. If you’re trying to get an important portrait try several locations. You will soon see the difference the right background can make in the over all feel of your picture!

6. Take a Step Closer — Don’t be afraid to zoom in. Your pictures will be much more interesting if there isn’t a lot of “dead space.” Fill your frame. The closer you get the better, just make sure that you don’t lose focus. If you’re editing you’re pictures digitally you can play with cropping out the “dead space” later. Try it with some of your old photos, you may be surprised at the results.

7. Remember the Rule of Thirds — This “rule” has been used in the arts for centuries. Basically, you will want to divide you picture into thirds, both vertically and horizontally. Then place the most important elements of your shot where those imaginary lines would intersect. In other words, rather than placing your subject right in the middle, position them a third of the way up or a third of the way to the left of your picture.

8. Keep Your Focus — Especially when using techniques like the “rule of thirds” you may find that you loose focus on your subject. To prevent this you will need to lock your focus. You can usually do this fairly simply. First, position your subject in the center of your shot. Next, hold the shutter button half way down in order to focus. While continuing to hold the button down, move the camera into the desired position. Then simply press all the way down and take your picture. This isn’t hard to do, just hard to remember.

9. Go Vertical — Often times, we simply forget to turn the camera. Some shots will be much more dramatic in a vertical format. Having a mixture of vertical and horizontal pictures will also make your digital photos much more interesting.

10. Take Charge — As the photographer, you must be the director, so to speak, of each photoshoot. Whether it’s your kids out in the backyard or a guest at your best friends wedding – take charge. Don’t be afraid to tell people how they will look best. A simple “move in a little closer” can make all the difference. They will thank you later.

First posted 11:28pm (Mla time) May 31, 2006
By Melvin Gascon
Inquirer

Editor’s Note: Published on Page A15 of the June 1, 2006 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer
SANTA ANA, CAGAYAN—The grill gets even longer.

Thousands of residents of this coastal town in the northeastern tip of Luzon gathered on Tuesday to join an attempt to set a world record for the longest grill.

Daily house chores in Santa Ana stopped for four hours when residents roasted about 3.5 tons of flying fish, locally known as “burador,” in the attempt to set a Guinness Book of World Record.

The grill’s official length was 4 km.

The record attempt used up 270 sacks of charcoal and 282 liters of gasoline-kerosene mixture to roast fresh flying fish, according to Danilo Rugrug, chair of the event.

The grill also used 341 pieces of 8 feet by 4 feet galvanized iron sheets and about 10,000 board feet (120 trees) of coconut lumber that were cut and used as grill stands.

Laid out along the national highway here, the record-setting grill started from Palawig Bridge and spanned the three villages of Palawig, Centro and Diora Zinungan.
The grill’s length was officially measured by the Department of Public Works and Highways.

Carol Robertson, a linguistics student who is in the country for a four-month study, was chosen as a witness to the record attempt.

Robertson affirmed the official length after she measured the grill with a global positioning system (GPS) device.

Mayor Norberto Victor Rodriguez said what was more important than setting a world record was the people’s show of unity and cooperation.

The town government spent about P600,000 for the attempt, including P160,000 for the fish that were bought from local fishermen. With a report from Villamor Visaya Jr., PDI Northern Luzon Bureau.

Tuesday, December 20, 2005

386 get jobs at Port Irene CEZA
By: Francis C. Hidalgo

Santa Ana, Cagayan: Around 368 town residents found permanent jobs when the Cagayan Economic Zone Authority opened Port Irene, the so-called Subic Bay of the North, for imported vehicles and other materials.    

Julian Gonzalez, principal engineer of the CEZA, said, “Since the government decided to open the port for imported vehicles, many car enthusiasts and businessmen are coming to our place to buy vehicles.”   

 He added that because the port needs manpower, the economic zone officials decided to recruit the 368 people from Santa Ana.   

 “This is another accomplishment of the job-creation program for the Filipino people of President Arroyo,” Gonzalez said.   

He added: “We started the operation only on June 28, 2005, but we are already getting vehicles from Japan and South Korea.”   

The imported vehicles are affordable for as low as P200,000  to a high of P750,000.00, depending on the model.   

Abe Peralta, port operation officer, said most of the jobs are for mechanics and mechanical engineers who will convert the left-hand drive vehicles to right-hand drive. Others will remodel and recondition engines.

Sunday, May 07, 2006 
By Terrie B. Fucanan

AT 632 kilometers north of Manila, Santa Ana, Cagayan, is truly a lost paradise, being the farthest point in northeast Luzon, next to Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, in the west. The 14-hour land travel to the province is not for the fainthearted but rest assured, all the trouble will be worth your while.

Even with the scorching weather, summer is the best time to make the trip. Without rain you will appreciate the roadside attractions, the boat trips, the beach, the dolphins that playfully show up at sea, and the province’s famous underwater sights.

Santa Ana is nature to the hilt—it is among the few provinces in the north that maintains virgin and growth forests, says Vice Mayor Constante C. Sapla. And its marine resources—once depleted by cyanide fishing—is now protected and being restored by the locals, the maritime police, the local government unit’s Bantay Kalikasan and the World Wildlife Fund. As the base of the Philippine Navy in the north, it is also relatively safe from communist rebels.

With only a few resorts and commercial areas backpackers and nature trippers will fall in love with Santa Ana’s tranquility. There are no five-star accommodations available yet, but who would want to stay indoors? To experience the place is to go trekking to the magnificent caves of Barangay Kapannikan, to go scuba diving in Palaui Island and to go swimming in the white-sand beach of Anguib.

Enjoy a nature trek to the waterfalls of Cape Engaño, watch the sunrise from Crocodile Island and hike up to the 18th-century Cape Engaño Lighthouse. First lighted in 1893, the lighthouse is still awaiting recognition from the Spanish cultural agency and the Unesco. And to this day it serves as a navigation point for ships sailing in the north. So don’t dare miss the hike—the view from atop is simply breathtaking.

With its tourism council under reorganization there are no available package tours to Santa Ana at the moment. But Mayor Norberto Vic Rodriguez and his staff are always ready to give their assistance and the resorts are offering very affordable rates. The mayor’s gracious wife, Pinky, will even regale visitors to her sumptuous recipes using the province’s abundant catch of lobsters, prawns and fishes.

So consider Santa Ana, Cagayan, on your next out of town getaway, especially if you’re planning one this month.

From May 26 to 30 Santa Ana is holding its second Viray Festival, complete with a fluvial parade, carabao parade and agri-fair, street dancing, traditional games and a beach party.

The town will also attempt to beat the Guinness World Records for the longest grill, as it will set up a 4-kilometer grill of the durado (or flying fish), the town’s most abundant catch at summertime. You may as well catch the Philippine Game Fishing Foundation’s international competition in Santa Ana on May 28. The record to beat: a 235-kilo blue marlin fish.

 By land, Santa Ana, Cagayan, can be reached by air-conditioned buses and Air Philippines and Asian Spirit flights bound for Tuguegarao. Service vans are available from Tuguegarao to Santa Ana. For information, call the Local Government Unit of Santa Ana at (078) 844-1078.