@ face value

Article Abstract:

A history is presented of the @ sign, which is an integral part of the electronic mail addressing system. The sign was first used in an email address by computer engineer Ray Tomlinson, who was trying to find a keyboard sign that would not appear in any person's name.

History, Electronic mail systems, Email, Design and construction, Punctuation

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Slavery's new face

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the exploitation of unpaid domestic staff in certain wealthy areas of the US. The luring of young women into the US and the denial of their freedom is discussed. A case study of the experiences of Christi Elangwe is included.

Social aspects, United States, Crimes against, Crime, Slavery, Slaves, Slaveholders, Elangwe, Christi

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Changing face of conservatism

Article Abstract:

The Moran portrait prize, set up in 1988, had a reputation for being rather conservative compared to the Archibald prize. Now it is the other way round with a greater variety of portraits being entered for the Moran prize.

Evaluation, Competitions, Awards (Prizes), Portraits, Archibald prize

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