I have successfully used Tramp for remote editing of files over scp using XEmacs on Windows XP.

Put this in your ~/.xemacs/init.el

(require 'tramp)
(setq tramp-default-method "scp")

Then open a remote file using:
C-x C-f  /[scp/yourname@yourmachine]/file.name
Of course you want to set up passwordless login over ssh for convenience.

Another great way to do remote editing is using sshfs.

I am traveling overseas so I called AT&T to unlock my phone. They gave me a code and the following instructions

• Power off device and remove AT&T SIM card.
• Insert SIM card from another wireless carrier.
• Power on the handset.
• Press the Left Arrow (<) button.
• Press the star (*) button twice.
• Press the Left Arrow (<) button.
• display indicates “ME Lock”
• wait approximately 3 seconds.
• the display indicates “Network” and a picture of a closed lock.
• Press Yes.
• the display indicates “Unlock?”
• Press Yes.
• Enter the SIM Unlock code.
• Press Yes.
• The handset displays “Network” and a picture of an open lock for three seconds and then reverts to the main display.
• The handset is successfully unlocked

These days I have been doing some readings on investments. I will catalogue my insights as I read up various books.

1) A Complete Guide to the Futures Markets: Fundamental Analysis, Technical Analysis, Trading, Spreads, and Options
by Jack D. Schwager.



This is a relatively old book, published in 1984. As such, it does not have a huge discussion or some of the modern financial derivatives, like stock index futures. As the title says it does have a comprehensive introduction to the futures market, and discusses various types of analysis that you can do. One thing I liked about this book was a list of rules and guidelines that readers should try to follow, in order to pursue a organized approach towards investing. Some of the rules that I particularly liked are noted below (my comments in italics).

• Diversification: This should be obvious target and probably does not need to be elaborated more.
• Maximum Risk per Trade
  The speculator can substantially increase the probability of long-term suc­cess by restricting the percentage of total funds allocated to any given trade.

• Stop-Loss Point:
  Know where you’re going to get out before you get in.

• Establish a planned time routine:
  It is important to set aside some time each evening for reviewing markets and updating trading strategies.

• Maintain a trader’s diary. I thought this was very useful because it helped me document my thought my thought processes as I was buying and selling. I could then go back and revisit them both to educate myself and see what my strengths and weaknesses are.

  The trader’s diary would contain the following basic information for each trade:

  • Reasons for Trade.
  • How the Trade Turned Out.
  • Lessons.
• If you believe a major trading opportunity exists, don’t be greedy M trying to get a slightly better entry price. The lost profit potential d one missed price move can offset the savings from 50 slightly better execution prices.
• Entry into any major position should be planned and carefully thought out-never an intraday impulse.
• Do not initiate large positions when trading is going badly.
• If at any point there is a realization that a trade was a mistake, either liquidate immediately
• Be extremely careful not to change trading patterns after making a profit:
• Do not initiate any trades that would have seemed too risky at start of trading program.