I sometimes visit a network where port 22 is locked down. I'd like to be able to initiate ssh sessions from this site. Is there any tunneling or other magic I can invoke to reach this goal, or any other solution short of badgering the admins? [more inside]
posted by namespan on Oct 18, 2008 - 10 answers

OldFinancialInformationFilter: Figuring out cost basis for John Hancock Income Securities Trust (JHS) under its previous CUSIP. [more inside]
posted by i love cheese on Oct 4, 2008 - 1 answer

So what's inside areas that are closed off to the public, in buildings? [more inside]
posted by sixcolors on Jul 17, 2008 - 40 answers

Is the term “caption” or “closed caption” and the “CC in a TV” symbol commonly recognizable to non-U.S. people? [more inside]
posted by breaks the guidelines? on May 19, 2008 - 15 answers

I learned yesterday that I do what someone described as "slow blinking" or "long blinking"--essentially, when giving a lecture or talking in a formal environment, I keep my eyes closed for 2-3 seconds at a time when I blink. I have apparently been doing this subconsciously and habitually for awhile. I want it to stop. I can't seem to find any good information on this problem (I keep getting links to computer blinking lights). In addition to general information, I am also looking for clever ideas as to how to help me realize when I am doing it. I don't think it is a medical condition- I was just at the eye doctor recently. I think it is more likely a communication issue, but just knowing I do it and being aware of it has not corrected it.
posted by Harvey Birdman on Sep 20, 2007 - 6 answers

Can I view the closed caption information on my plasma monitor which is hooked up to my dish network receiver? [more inside]
posted by jlub on Jan 29, 2007 - 5 answers

I'm in the UK. I've been expecting a package from the states via USPS. They will not be able to get into my building. How/where can I pick it up? [more inside]
posted by like_neon on Oct 11, 2006 - 5 answers

Why must the toilet seat be left down?
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posted by twine42 on Oct 7, 2004 - 76 answers

A method of determining the opened/closed status of my garage door [More inside] [more inside]
posted by smcniven on May 7, 2004 - 6 answers