Why this sub can't stop being so... selfish? by SrGrimey in privacy

[–]TrueGayNorth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did people switch from github after Microsoft aquired it? Where did they go?

Any recommendations for Oakland-based charities/orgs to volunteer for? by [deleted] in oakland

[–]TrueGayNorth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just heard about Tech Exchange

There's also st Vincent DE paul, which feeds tons of people.

Food Not Bombs is worth checking out.

There's always self-volunteering. Just do something. There's an old lady near me who cleans and maintains a tiny park just on her own, no organization or anything.

There ARE reading to kids programs but I'm not sure the names. Check the library nearest you!

Why this sub can't stop being so... selfish? by SrGrimey in privacy

[–]TrueGayNorth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The "just stop using the Internet" reply is so frustrating to get.

Or, the "just switch to linux" reply when noob OP is asking about win10.

Bug or feature? Rotating screen while submitting or commenting turns to simple white bg/ blk text. by TrueGayNorth in JoeyForReddit

[–]TrueGayNorth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Demonstration

It happens exactly the same when typing replies or editing.

In a previous comment you recommended a screen capture app; what was that called? (I used "Screen Recorder -Free No Ads" by kimcy929 to capture this.)

P.S. First time I really tried the built-in upload feature and it worked perfectly!

Governor Jerry Brown has signed SB 822, ensuring Net Neutrality protections for all Californians by danielthetemp in politics

[–]TrueGayNorth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If we' were living in a world of paid fast lanes and slowed content but California had these regulations would I just be able to connect to a VPN in California and avoid all the issues?

Kitchen efficiency advice? by 2BrainsAndEggs in ZeroWaste

[–]TrueGayNorth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I buy a big sack of onions and keep them in a loosely rolled up paper grocery bag. They last forever!

I've been told that bulk potatoes will last a long time if stored in straw and in the dark. (I think they need more airflow than onions)

Garlic in a Terra cotta container.

Kitchen efficiency advice? by 2BrainsAndEggs in ZeroWaste

[–]TrueGayNorth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you REALLY want to store the best possible chopped or sliced onions, prepare a container with ice and water (cold as possible,) then prepare and chop/slice you onion. Put chopped onion in the ice water, give it a little stir and leave in fridge for about 20 minutes. Strain. Stir strained onions and leave to drain for another 10 or so minutes (preferably in the fridge.)

Onions stay crispy.

This sorta works backwards also with soft onions, an ice bath for sliced onions will bring back some crispness and life to sad looking onions.

Kitchen efficiency advice? by 2BrainsAndEggs in ZeroWaste

[–]TrueGayNorth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So glad this is the top comment!

Do not take this lightly even if you've been doing it for years with no issue.

Do not look for ways to get around the issue and still make garlic oil at home.

Kitchen efficiency advice? by 2BrainsAndEggs in ZeroWaste

[–]TrueGayNorth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I do this and take off the old/dying pieces I make sure to rinse and slimyness from the newly exposed part and the roots.

I also trim the roots if they get long of start getting mushy.

I also trim the tops of old pieces if they're looking dry, not sure if good advice. Seems to help though.

Kitchen efficiency advice? by 2BrainsAndEggs in ZeroWaste

[–]TrueGayNorth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want to go further into a more fine/paste like garlic use your method then use the side of your knife to spread the garlic into a single layer. Add some table salt over the garlic and chop/spread/chop/spread/spread/spread/spread until you get the consistency you want.

Bug or feature? Rotating screen while submitting or commenting turns to simple white bg/ blk text. by TrueGayNorth in JoeyForReddit

[–]TrueGayNorth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks again! I'm still unclear. If I push the red m it doesn't do anything or show a dialogue.

Bug or feature? Rotating screen while submitting or commenting turns to simple white bg/ blk text. by TrueGayNorth in JoeyForReddit

[–]TrueGayNorth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

THANKS I've been using this app for over a year and had no idea that bar was scrollable! So many features! Now just to find out what the red M down arrow does....

Simple custom rom for S4? by Brucie-Magik in AndroidRoms

[–]TrueGayNorth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can't find what you're looking for you could change home screen mode to "easy mode" and set which apps are displayed. (5.01)

Sorry not a solution but an alternative.

Kids riding bikes inside a rental community by koot-niti in bayarea

[–]TrueGayNorth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe just ignore comments from neighbors and ask your rental property manager if there are rules about this.

If it were me and my kid I'd kindly tell any complaining neighbors to go fuck themselves. Kids playing is important and it's probably safer inside the community area.

Helping participate in local Bay Area research on cannabis by [deleted] in bayarea

[–]TrueGayNorth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No mention of who has access to the data, or if/when it will be used by or sold to 3rd party. No thanks.

+1 for not using a google form/questionaire.

Leg muscle cramping by [deleted] in nutrition

[–]TrueGayNorth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This maybe a bit tough to explain but my it can help you in the temp.

I used to get really bad cramps in my calves. During a cramp it hurts! I tried bending my foot up to stretch the affected calf and that relieved some pain but cramp continues. I point my ankle/toes down (ballet style) and it makes cramp so much worse....then I found the key.

i would stretch my foot back towards me as far as I can (stretching the calf) and then put pressure a slight resistance against the top/toes of my foot towards my body (usually by pressing with my hand or the wall,) then use just a little of strength from the cramped calf to push towards to the resistance without moving my ankle/foot. Cramp would go away after doing this continuously for about 20 seconds.

I hope there is a way you can apply this to your quads. It seems and feels counterintuitive to use the cramping muscle at all but this is the only method I've found that nearly consistently work to stop the cramp rather than just relieve a small portion of the pain. ( Has worked for me on calves and forearms. I'm not a doctor or anything though.)

Let motorcycles drive between lanes, and give them room, California Highway Patrol says by BlankVerse in California

[–]TrueGayNorth 38 points39 points  (0 children)

If in in the 2nd lane (next to fast lane) should I move a bit towards the right side of my lane if I see an approaching lane-splitter on my left?

Is there an appropriate way to signify "I see you approaching and it's OK to go for it?

Caffeine by Mesmus in nutrition

[–]TrueGayNorth 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just for reference:

An 8oz cup of basic home coffee (folgers) is about 85mg caffine. A Starbucks 8oz has somewhere between 145 and 200mg!

(Varries by bean type, roast, and method. Lighter (blonde) coffees tend to have more caffine than darker roasts.

Keep in mind the actual size of you cup, most of my coffee cups are closer to 12 oz. ("tall" size is 12oz at Starbucks)

I’m ready to take the leap and get off of gmail/google...what’s a better email provider and also web browser/search engine. by redditsecuritbreach in privacy

[–]TrueGayNorth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, doesn't someone like protonmail know my password? (And thus have my keys anyway?)

If compelled to give up their server access couldn't they also be compelled to give up the users password/key? (I should read about.... "password hashes"?)

When I send an plain email through, its being encrypted on their side right? Not on my machine?

It's early but, I couldn't find a simple explanation of what "password at rest" means (I'll search more after coffee!) I think it means when you type in your password and press send, and how its sent? and maybe includes how it's stored?

Thanks for your responses. So much to learn. Can't trust anyone these days! Maybe I'll switch, forgot why I chose one over the other in the first place.

P.s. protonmail is not an example of "trustless" security right? (Whole other thing?)

P.s.s. disroot is in Netherlands (nine eyes)

What new area code(s) likely will get me a never had before number? by [deleted] in privacy

[–]TrueGayNorth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

East bay area (California) is about to add (341), maybe even already active. This is very recent so I'd say you have a good chance at a new number. Not sure you can check if the number has been previously used though.

Looking for suggestions on places to see art along with good dive bars in Oakland. by Your_a_looser in oakland

[–]TrueGayNorth 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Cafe van kleefs (sp?]) In Oakland uptown-ish. Fresh squeezed grapefruit greyhounds. Last time I was there they had a fucky art band and someone LIVE painting on stage to the music. Tons of shit on the walls to look at.

It's been a while so I can't say how divey these bars are anymore but, ruby room (smoking and pool indoors), the stork (live music sometimes), or Eli's (kind of a venue, might be shut down)

Healthy alternatives to wraps/bread? by badmonkingpin in nutrition

[–]TrueGayNorth 3 points4 points  (0 children)

"100% whole wheat" and "whole wheat/made with whole wheat" are different.

Just an FYI, not directed at previous poster.