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For the Linux users out there, I need some opinions/answers. I've got an older Windows machine that I am thinking of reviving with a Linux OS. I am also considering a Linux dual boot system, with Linux on a thumb drive while the original Windows OS on the HD. That would give me access to all the stories, photos, and what-not.

My question is which would be a better choice: Ubuntu or Mint? Either one can be installed on the HD or a thumb drive. I like the thumb drive option for it's portability. Any suggestions or recommendations?

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maybe they don't know as much as we think they do

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I've seen a lot of postings here about how much anyone can learn about us on the internet. What makes me question just how much research is really being done is things like getting fund raising letters from both the Republican and Demacratic parties in the last few days. Obviously one of them has it wrong unles I'm even more mixed up than I thought. And obviously neither one has access to my bank records. Or maybe they just didn't ask google.

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The Fall of Kruhl - Sight Unseen

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The Fall of Kruhl - Sight Unseen

By Daniel A. Wolfe


When Agent Van den Broeke makes use of her abilities in the park, the answers to so many mysteries are uncovered, but new, more troubling ones arise and a dark specter reveals itself.

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A Very Merry Christmas to Erin and

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ALL the volunteers et al who help keep Top Shelf alive and thriving.

This includes Piper, Cat, Frank and ALL those who help, and all those who help with contributions of money, time and work.

I thank you all for all your hard work and dedication that make Top Shelf THE place to be, and create and meet. you have made lives better, you have SAVED lives, you have made careers for others and you have helped people find themselves.

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Santa Babe 2: Elfsurrection

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Santa Babe 2: Elfsurrection

By Daniel A. Wolfe


After both Santa and herself undergo titillating transformations into buxom babes on Christmas Night, Sammie the Elf must confront the council of elven elders, but can she convince them that Santa in her sexy new form is an improvement on the old gift-giver or must she take more drastic action?

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The Fall of Kruhl - Double Feature

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A double posting today! I hope you enjoy the story.

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The Fall of Kruhl - The Warrior King

By Daniel A. Wolfe


Now that her memory has returned, Kruhl is freed of her bindings, but is trapped anew. Alone in her strange new prison, she has the opportunity to, at last, explore her new form.

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The Fall of Kruhl - Spectral Visitor

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The Fall of Kruhl

By Daniel A. Wolfe


Enclosed within a strange metal box, strapped to a rolling platform, and guarded by a pair of closemouthed humans Kruhl doesn’t think things could get any worse, but when a dark apparition appears she discovers just how wrong she was.

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The Fall of Kruhl - The Lost Girl Awakens

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The Fall of Kruhl

By Daniel A. Wolfe


When the lost girl awakens in a strange place, she discovers that so much has changed. Frightened and unable to understand what has befallen her, she confronts her new situation the only way she knows how, head-on.

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Enamored is now live on Smashwords!

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That's right, I have another, yes, another book, live right now and ready to sell, sell, sell, on Smashwords!

Enamored: A Transgender Romance Fiction Two pack!

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If you like my stories "Romeo and Roomiette" and "Little by Little," then this is the pack for you! Enjoy both on your favorite reading device for the low, low price of only 1.99 USD.

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The Fall of Kruhl - Serena and the Lost Girl

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By Daniel A. Wolfe


A young woman, naked and delirious from fever, appears on the streets of Tondzaosha, Idaho while a dark cloaked figure lurks in the darkness. She bears a sword, containing a power the likes of which the world has never seen. This weapon could bring salvation or it could spell certain doom for everyone.

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Displaced (new short story)

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Before, I get started I just thought I'd mention that the revised version of Virtually Twisted has, at last, made it's way to BigCloset Topshelf! So, if you've been waiting for the story to drop here, please have at it and I hope you enjoy. Thanks to all those who commented and supported my website over these last couple years!

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Ever since he lost his job, Harry has been eking out a meager existence with his fledgling repair business, but when a catalog claiming to sell real magical items falls into his hands, his life is ‘displaced’ forever.

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Virtually Twisted - Epilogue

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The final part is here at last. Be sure to keep your eye out, next week there will be a little surprise!

Edit: I am currently formatting the story to post here on bigcloset and all the usual places. It will probably find it's way here sometime within the next week.

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As Callista comes to the end of her journey will she, at last, get her happily ever after?

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Virtually Twisted - Reunited

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On more part to go! I can hardly believe it's so close!

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Reunited with Megan, Calista learns the true extent of her friend’s twist and discovers of one last surprise.

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Virtually Twisted - The Unexpected

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After her trip to the salon, Calista has a surprise waiting for her back home. What could Carrie and Drew have in store for her?

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Virtually Twisted - Salon Magic

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Calista’s adventure at the salon continue and she unleashes her feminine side, much to the chagrin of the tattered remnants of her male half.

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Virtually Twisted - Feminine Possibilities

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After her doctor’s visit, Carrie takes Calista on another outing, and our hero is introduced into a world of feminine possibilities.

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Computer Crashed

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A few days ago my computer gave a few clicks of death and decided to go into a coma. Fortunately, we've managed to save the hard drive well enough to transfer the contents to a new computer. The transfers are in progress. At this point, we think we can recover everything. Should be interesting.

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Virtually Twisted - Creature Comforts

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When Calista finds herself alone with the creature in Dr. Mansfield’s office, she finds that not at all is as she expect and that they have more in common than she would have ever guessed.

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Virtually Twisted - Doctor's Visit

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At last, Calista sees the doctor, and she learns what a visit to the Spiral Clinic really entails.

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Virtually Twisted - The Clinic

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Calista's first visit to the Spiral Clinic seems to be going well. So why then is she on edge?

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Virtually Twisted - Flesh & Blood

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Calista finally meets her knew family, but will she find acceptance or will she find herself once again cast by the wayside?

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Virtually Twisted - The Morning After

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The morning after showing up at the Turow’s doorstep, Calista arrives at her father’s home, but before she can meet her new siblings she’s pulled aside for some more one-on-one time with her father.

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Virtually Twisted - Shattered Expectations

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When Calista comes face to face with a woman named Carrie, all the expectations she had for her father are thrown out the window. Who is this woman and more importantly will she be willing to hear our hero out?

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Virtually Twisted - That Time of the Month (2 Parts)

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Alone in the bath after finding her way to Liz and David, Calista makes an unsettling discovery.

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The Real Score about Fanfiction and Fair Use

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The Real Score about Fanfiction and Fair Use

Hi.

I was reading a blog here in the Big Closet, titled "Fan Fiction." (see https://bigclosetr.us/topshelf/blog-entry/79528/fan-fiction )

I was interested in the topic because I knew something about it because it's part of the work that I do, and I thought I could pick up something that may be useful at work next time I have to deal with the same thing again. And, besides, I have several fanfiction stories here.

Anyway, though I am not a lawyer, I've been fielding questions and issues relating DCMA, derivative works and Fair Use for a while now. So I have a fairly substantial knowledge about it, IMHO.

So I thought I'd share what I know about fanfiction and Fair Use (I know my facts are backstopped, but feel free to verify the things I say here if you want - I won't mind, though I ask that, if you disagree, that we not fight or argue, okay? Let's be civil).

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Sorry, no Virtually Twisted

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Well, sorry to say this, but I went on a trip this weekend and I neglected to pack the charger for my laptop and also neglected to charge it before leaving. I do not have access to any of my files. Consequently, there will be no Virtually Twisted this weekend. I'll make it up next week by posting two parts.

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Virtually Twisted - Family Ties

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After so much hardship Calista has found her way to some people who seem to be acquainted with her father, but what do they know that she doesn't?

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Virtually Twisted - Stranded (Also seeking input)

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Before I get started I'm considering changing my posting schedule. Instead of doing regular postings after work on weekdays I'm considering switching to a regular Saturday morning posting as I am doing today. If you have a preference I sure would appreciate your thoughts and opinions.

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On her way to Spiral, Calista finds herself stranded. Will she make it into town or will she fall by the wayside?

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Odds and ends

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Is anyone else seeing visited links intermittently showing properly or not when opening a new webpage on the site? I don't know whether it is my Safari browser or the site that is causing this issue.

I've lost track of another story I wanted to reread too. As I recall the protagonists are long time friends (male and female) that are out of college. He wants a romantic relationship with her and so does she, but she is a lesbian. She is also a brilliant scientist that works on computer VR and medicine that has implications for mind control and changing a person's sex.

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Virtually Twisted - Tribulations

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Things are tense for Calista as she makes another fuel stop. What will become of her when she is met with fear and suspicion?

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Virtually Twisted - The Road

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On the road, Calista makes her first stop for fuel. Will she find met with kindness or will she be driven off again?

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Time again to open wallets and purses.

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Well, I guess it's time for me to get back on my soapbox and pontificate a bit.

Erin is worrying herself into sickness or worse andit's up to US to alieviate her worries a bit. For those who regularly contribute thank you SO much. You are the backbone of the financial help for Erin and Top Shelf. Again, thank you, from my heart.

Now... for the rest of us. Folks, I live on a VERY limited budget and I KNOW how hard it is to try to pry an extra buck or two loose from a wallet or purse that seems welded shut... but consider this.

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Computer woes

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I got tired of the Win 7 validate nag (This Windows is not genuine) and reinstalled my OS, I knew this would involve some pain, loosing my pigeon connection and the BCTS chat room link was a casualty (the link on the front page is broken again. If someone could help me I shore would appreciate it ( I know, it is sure, but I do have a dialect to maintain ) Part of why I did it was my lappy keyboard was going out and I added a new USB keyboard to it.

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Virtually Twisted - Double Posting

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A double posting this week. I hope you all enjoy.

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When they awaken the next morning Calista and friends discover that trouble has once again found its way to them.

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Netbooks - free.

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Reiterating a previous offer.

I have three netbooks running Raspbian Linux. They're not the fastest, and I don't know about the strength of the batteries, but they all run, and should stay running for a while.

Their screens are larger than a phone, so anyone who needs a 'home' machine for basic web browsing and documents, let me know.

Continental US, preferably, unless you assist with shipping.

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