Stage Manager is Apple's multitasking feature for Mac and iPad introduced with macOS Ventura and iPadOS 16. It keeps apps and/or app groups organized along the left side of the screen, while allowing the most complete multitasking experience to date for iPad. Stage Manager allows up to four windows to be displayed on-screen at one time, and a later iPadOS update will allow Stage Manager to be extended to an external display for M1-based iPad models, allowing up to eight apps to be displayed simultaneously.
Free get Manager is a powerful, easy-to-use and absolutely free get accelerator and manager. FDM accelerates downloads by splitting files into sections and then downloading them simultaneously. As a result get speed increases up to 600%, or even more!
FDM can also resume broken downloads so you needn`t start downloading from the beginning after casual interruption. FDM lets you get files and whole web sites from any remote server via HTTP, HTTPS and FTP. You can also get files using BitTorrent protocol.
In addition, Free get Manager allows you to: adjust traffic usage; to organize and schedule downloads; get video from video sites; get whole web sites with HTML Spider; operate the program remotely, via the internet, and more!
Free get Manager is compatible with the most popular browsers Google Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer and Safari.
Free get Manager 6.17.0.4792 changelog:
- Remote access.
- BitTorrent: setting for changing port for incoming connections.
- File integrity check: SHA-512 support added.
- Improved startup time in some cases.
- Possibility to rename already downloaded files.
- Possibility to sort downloads using Status column.
- Show/hide some columns in the downloads list.
- Minor interface improvements.
- Fixed: bug in the shutting down process, which probably could lead to damage of service data.
- Fixed: FDM was not able to move files on some drives.
- Fixed: minor bugs.
- Fixed: Windows: [experimental] Software mode is enabled by default instead of OpenGL to hopefully avoid various issues.
- Fixed: macOS: bug detecting system theme.
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Free get Manager is a powerful, easy-to-use and absolutely free get accelerator and manager. FDM accelerates downloads by splitting files into sections and then downloading them simultaneously. As a result get speed increases up to 600%, or even more!
FDM can also resume broken downloads so you needn`t start downloading from the beginning after casual interruption. FDM lets you get files and whole web sites from any remote server via HTTP, HTTPS and FTP. You can also get files using BitTorrent protocol.
In addition, Free get Manager allows you to: adjust traffic usage; to organize and schedule downloads; get video from video sites; get whole web sites with HTML Spider; operate the program remotely, via the internet, and more!
Free get Manager is compatible with the most popular browsers Google Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer and Safari.
Free get Manager 6.16.2.4586 changelog:
- Fixed: FDM could ignore maximum get count setting in some cases.
- Fixed: it was not possible to choose a file with add-on in some cases.
- Fixed: bug of automatic detection of the current language.
- Fixed: minor bugs.
- Fixed: Android: cross-app scripting vulnerability.
- Fixed: Linux: FDM could not start under Ubuntu 22.04.
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John Ruiz began his writing career in 2008 as a freelancer writing for eHow and various technology, software and hardware blogs. He has been designing websites since 2002. Ruiz earned a Bachelor of Science in information technology and web design from AMA Computer University.
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Choosing a new password can be a daunting task. It can be hard to decide what to go for. Should you choose your pet's name? Your favorite teacher from high school? You can't be careless when it comes to passwords. You want your data protected and personal information secured, which means it's risky to rely on weak passwords like simple number sequences or your name. Even though it may be easier to remember and use, it's dangerous. The people looking to take your information are pros at password cracking, so you need to be diligent in defending your accounts. That's where a password manager comes in.
Unless you want to constantly safeguard a hard copy list of all your passwords, you might want to consider a password manager. It can help you seamlessly oversee and handle all of your login credentials for any online account and maintain airtight password security. They're also handy when it comes to autofilling forms and syncing your data across Windows PCs and Macs, iPhones, iPads, Android phones and more.
A password manager is essentially an encrypted digital vault that stores secure password login information you use to access apps and accounts on your mobile device, websites and other services. In addition to keeping your identity, credentials and sensitive data safe, the best password managers also have a password generator to create strong, unique passwords and ensure you aren't using the same password in multiple places. (Password generation really comes in clutch when you can't come up with yet another unique password on the fly for the latest must-have app.)
With the constant news of security breaches and identity theft, having a unique password for each location can go a long way to ensuring that if one site gets hacked, your stolen password can't be used on other sites. You're basically using multiple passwords to create your own security features.
Read more: The Guide to Password Security (and Why You Should Care)
Plus, with a manager, you don't have to remember the various other pieces of information, such as shipping addresses and credit card information. With just one master password, or in some cases a PIN or your fingerprint, you can autofill a form or password field. Some also feature online storage and an encrypted vault for storing documents.
All our best password manager picks come with either free versions or as a free trial -- and typically let you securely store passwords for one device -- although our pick for the best free manager can be used for syncing across multiple devices. And all handle hardware authentication through YubiKey.
Our best password security manager picks also feature subscription options that let you sync your secure password login information across devices, share credentials with trusted family and friends, and get access to secure online storage. And if transparency is important to you, several of our picks are open-source projects. We also look at what a password manager is, its security features and the basics of how to use one.
Note that these password manager services are independently chosen by our editors. We update this story periodically as new options become available or as prices change.
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- Open-source, secure and transparent
- Free version can be used across unlimited devices and device types
- Premium subscriptions start at $10 per year
- Works with: Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iPhone and iPad. Browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera, Vivaldi, Brave and Tor.
Bitwarden leads the list of the best password managers for 2022 thanks to both its open-source roots and its unbeatable -- and unlimited -- free version. This lean encryption software can generate, store and automatically fill your passwords across all of your devices and popular browsers -- including Brave and Tor -- with competitive security strength.
Its free version lacks some of the bells and whistles of our other picks, but its premium versions are just as feature-rich. Just like its closest competitors, a Bitwarden premium subscription allows you to share passwords, logins, memberships and other items with trusted family and friends, use multifactor authentication through YubiKey and get 1 gigabyte of encrypted storage. Although it has fewer features than the premium version, Bitwarden's free version also offers a one-to-one texting feature called Bitwarden Send which allows you to securely share login information with another person.
If you're looking for a user-friendly free service with an excellent security reputation for password management, it's hard to pass up Bitwarden, which made it into CNET's Cheapskate Hall of Fame as the best free password manager. Plus it has a password sharing feature so you can share all your login info with another person. For $10 a year, you can add 1GB of encrypted file storage. And for $40, you can opt for the Families Organization plan, which allows for 6 individual accounts with unlimited sharing between them. Both subscription tiers come with a 30-day money back guarantee.
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- Offers free version (but limited to one device type)
- Base price beyond free: $36 per year
- Command line interface is open source
- Works with: Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iPhone and iPad. Browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Internet Explorer, Edge and Opera.
The free version of LastPass once made it stand out as the best password manager in this category by giving you the ability to store passwords, user login info and credentials and sync all of it wherever you want across both your mobile devices or your browsers. And while you can currently view and manage passwords across mobile and desktop devices, as of March 2021, you'll have to choose either mobile or desktop if you're using the free version.
That means if you choose mobile, you'll be able to access your LastPass account across your phones, tablets or smartwatches, but not on your laptop or desktop app -- unless you upgrade to Premium, for $36 a year, or Families, for $48 a year.
The Premium version of the password manager also allows you to share passwords, logins, memberships and other items with trusted family and friends, use multifactor authentication through YubiKey and get 1 gigabyte of encrypted storage. Meanwhile, the Families plan gives you six individual accounts, shared folders and a dashboard for managing the family accounts and keeping an eye on your account's security.
No, LastPass isn't flawless: A vulnerability privately reported in September 2019 was a scary flaw that could potentially compromise passwords. But the company patched it before it was known to be exploited in the wild. It was one of several vulnerabilities that have been discovered in LastPass over the years.
More recently, however, privacy and security concerns emerged around LastPass' Android app when a privacy advocacy project discovered seven web trackers within the mobile app. LastPass has since reduced that to five web trackers on its Android app.
Read more: LastPass vs. 1Password: Choose the Best Password Manager for You
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- Offers 14-day free trial
- Base price: $35.88 per year
- Works with: Windows, MacOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, iPhone and iPad. Browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge and Opera.
If you're looking for a trusted password manager app to keep your login information private and secure, 1Password is the best password manager for the task, letting you access your accounts and services with one master password. It's available for all major device platforms.
This nicely designed password manager lacks a free version, but you can check it out for 14 days before signing up. (Alas, that's down from the earlier 30-day trial period.) An individual subscription runs $36 a year and comes with 1GB of document storage and optional two-factor authentication through Yubikey for additional security. A travel mode lets you remove your 1Password sensitive data from your device when you travel and then restore it with one easy click when you return, so that it's not vulnerable to border checks.
Biometric authentication can be used to access your password vault on Mac and iOS operating systems, you can use Touch ID to unlock 1Password, and on iOS devices you can use Face ID as well. For $60 a year, you can cover a family of five and access password sharing, credit card information and anything else among the group with a single password manager app. Each person gets their own password vault, and it's easy to control who you share information with and what they can do with it.
You can also create separate guest accounts for password sharing to share Wi-Fi connection passwords, for example, or home alarm codes with guests.
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Other free and paid options worth considering
Bitwarden, LastPass and 1Password are solid, affordable (or free) password keepers, and in a straw poll of CNET staffers, they were about neck-and-neck in use. But if you find none of our three recommended password managers works quite how you want, a handful of other apps are worth considering. These all have free versions available.
Dashlane
- Offers limited free version (50 passwords on one device)
- Base price beyond free: $60 a year
- Works with: Windows, MacOS, Android, iPhone and iPad. Browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Internet Explorer, Edge and Opera.
Dashlane provides a simple and secure way to manage your passwords and keep other login information stored. Just for managing passwords, we like it as much as our picks, but the free Dashlane app limits you to one device and 50 passwords. The $60 Premium subscription is similar to plans from 1Password and LastPass. The $90 Family subscription allows for up to 6 individual accounts.
Keeper
- Offers limited free version (unlimited passwords on one device)
- Base price beyond free: $35
- Works with: Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iPhone and iPad. Browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Internet Explorer, Edge and Opera.
Keeper is another secure password manager that helps you manage login info on Windows, MacOS, Android and iOS devices. A free version gives you unlimited password storage on one device. The step-up version costs $35 a year and lets you sync passwords across multiple device options. For $75 a year, you can also get 10GB of secure file storage and dark web monitoring.
KeePassXC
- It's free
- Donations accepted
- Works with: Windows, MacOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, iPhone and iPad, BlackBerry, Windows Phone and Palm OS. Access via the web plus popular browser extensions. (Except for the official Windows, MacOS and Linux versions, KeePass for other platforms are unofficial ports.)
KeePass, another open-source software password manager, started on Windows but has since added native MacOS and Linux apps and has been ported using the same code base to Android and iOS. On the plus side, it's totally free and endorsed by the Electronic Frontier Foundation. On the other hand, it's really for advanced users only: Its user interface takes a bit of fiddling to get all the independently built versions of KeePass to work together.
What about NordPass and Norton Password Manager?
There's been a shift in the market for VPN and antivirus software in the past few years. Many of the companies behind these software packages are expanding them to become wider software suites. For instance: NordVPN now offers NordPass, a dedicated password manager, and Norton now offers a Norton Password Manager as part of its antivirus and identity theft packages. We haven't specifically reviewed these password storage managers, if only because they don't yet appear to have a feature set or pricing option that beats any of our preferred options above. If and when that changes, we'll check them out in more detail.
We haven't specifically reviewed Norton's password manager solution, if only because it doesn't appear to have a feature set that beats any of our preferred options above. If and when that changes, we'll check it out in more detail.
However, we're looking forward to giving NordPass a closer look as the password manager's pricing and feature offering appears to have gotten significantly more robust and competitive since it was originally introduced in 2019. ExpressVPN's Keys is another password manager solution coming from a VPN provider we're excited to review in the future, so check back as we continually update this story.
Password manager basics
Still need more info on what password managers are, and why they're better than the alternatives? Read on.
How does a password manager work?
To get started, a password manager will record the username and password you use when you first sign in to a website or service. Then the next time you visit the website, it will autofill forms with your saved password login information. For those websites and services that don't allow automatic filling, a password manager lets you copy the password to paste into the password field.
If you're stuck picking a good password, a manager can generate a strong password for you and watch that you aren't reusing it across multiple services. And if you use more than one device, you want a manager that is available across all your devices and browsers, so you can access your passwords and login information -- including credit-card and shipping information -- from anywhere through the manager app or its browser extension. Some provide secure storage so you can store other items too, such as documents or an electronic copy of your passport or will.
Take note: Many password managers keep the master password you use to unlock the manager locally and not on a remote server. Or if it's on a server, it's encrypted and not readable by the company.
This ensures your account stays secure in case of a data breach. It also means that if you forget your master password, there may not be a way to recover your account through the company. Because of that, a few password managers offer DIY kits to help you recover your account on your own. Worst-case scenario, you start over with a new password manager account and then reset and save passwords for all your accounts and apps.
Read more: This is How We Might Finally Replace Passwords
What makes for a secure password?
When trying to avoid a weak password, a good password should be a long string of capital and lowercase letters, numbers, punctuation and other nonalphanumeric characters -- something that's difficult for others to guess, but a snap for a password manager to keep track of. And despite what you may have heard, once you select a good complex password or passphrase, you don't really need to change it periodically.
Can I use a web browser to manage my passwords and login information?
You can certainly use Chrome, Safari or Firefox to manage your passwords, addresses and other login data. You can even set up a master password to unlock your credentials within a browser. And while using an online browser's password tool is certainly better than not using a password keeper at all, you can't easily access your passwords and other login info outside of the browser or share login info with others you trust.
What about iCloud Keychain?
Through iCloud Keychain, you can access your Safari website usernames and passwords, credit card information and Wi-Fi network information from your Mac and iOS devices. This cloud storage option is great if you live in Apple's world. But if you venture outside the Apple operating system and have a Windows or Android device or use the Google Chrome or Firefox browser, iCloud Keychain comes up short.
Can a password manager get hacked?
Even the best password managers can sometimes have security vulnerabilities and can sometimes even be hacked. However, a quality password manager will always be based on a zero-trust security model. This means that your master password along with all of your other stored passwords and data are encrypted at the device level and never accessible to the password manager or any other outside party. So even if a password manager did get hacked, an attacker would not be able to access the contents of your vault.
However, if someone did happen to get a hold of your master password, they could get access to your vault. Keeping your devices secure and enabling features like multi-factor and biometric authentication can be a big help in mitigating the risk of that happening.
How do I set up a password manager?
Setting up a password manager is typically very straightforward and easy. First, you'll need to choose the password manager that best fits your needs and create an account. As you're setting up your account, you'll need to set your master password. Make sure your master password is strong but memorable, and not one you've used elsewhere. Then, you can get the password manager's app to your devices and the browser extension to the browsers that you use.
Once you've downloaded the apps and browser extensions, you can start filling your vault with passwords and other information. Most password managers offer a way to import your stored passwords from a .csv file, browser or other password manager. This makes it easy to get started instead of having to enter each username and password manually. Once you've got your passwords loaded into your vault, you're all set. You'll be able to go to your online accounts and have your password manager automatically fill in your login credentials without having to remember a single one.
David Gewirtz contributed to this story.
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Reports to: Manager, Park Maintenance
Department: Park Maintenance
Status: Full time, Exempt
About Central Park and the Central Park Conservancy
Central Park is one of the most famous and beloved urban public spaces in the world. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1857, the 843-acre park was the first purpose-built public park in the country and is a National Historic Landmark. The Central Park Conservancy, a private not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1980 to rescue the Park which had fallen into serious disrepair. Since that time, the Conservancy has overseen the investment of approximately $1 billion in the restoration of the park, and now hosts over 40 million visitors a year.
The Conservancy’s mission is to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from urban life. The City of New York has formally entrusted the care of the park to the Conservancy which is responsible for every aspect of its care, including landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and the visitor experience. Committed to sharing the best practices in urban park management, the Conservancy also serves as a resource for other NYC parks and for public-private partnerships around the world. The Conservancy employs roughly 325 people and has an operating budget of $80 million.
The Conservancy recently completed a seven-year plan, Central Park Conservancy, A Plan for the Stewardship of Central Park: 2020-2027, which focuses on the ongoing capital investment of the last four decade’s investment of more than $1 billion into Central Park.
The Position:
Working under the supervision of the Manager, the Assistant Manager of Park Maintenance is responsible for the supervision of the day-to-day operations of the cleaning and maintenance of the park and its facilities and assets. The Assistant Manager is expected to work across departments and with other staff in Park Operations to provide support to events and parkwide operations and to perform their primary tasks. The Assistant Manager schedule is determined by the needs of the department, which operated 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days out of the year.
Essential Duties:
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Responsible for supervising staff and the organization of work and vehicle schedules to meet daily and weekly workloads and projects for cleaning and maintenance services in all areas of the park including pathways, hard surfaces, park perimeter, landscapes, and the servicing of waste stations
- Responsible for managing and tracking waste management of the park including timely and consistent pickups of refuse and recycling and transport to appropriate locations.
- Perform daily park inspections to document conditions, report unsatisfactory conditions, and assign maintenance tasks through a computer-based work order system and other forms of communication
- Monitor staff engagement, productivity, compliance, and status of work assignments and take appropriate action based on findings
- Provide technical assistance to forepersons and park maintainers engaged in daily maintenance and cleaning tasks
- Provide consistent feedback to staff using established performance standards to support their professional development within the organization
- Participate in and lead staff meetings and trainings to share information, review safety procedures, and unify the team
- Collaborate with the manager in the hiring, performance reviews and discipline of staff and make recommendations for improvements
- Perform the duties of manager when they are absent
Collaboration
- Coordinate with other departments within CPC on all events, vendors, concessions, and general Park use
- Collaborate with other Assistant Managers in Park Maintenance, Landscape Management, Volunteer Department, and other departments within Park Operations to achieve set work plan goals.
- Report malfunctioning infrastructure, furnishings, safety hazards, quality of life issues through computer-based work order system
- Interact with Park patrons in a professional manner and respond to staff needing support with interactions or emergencies
- Be able identify and adapt to changing priorities
Program Management
- Support Manager in the development and management of a park inspection program that meets and exceeds NYC Parks safety and cleanliness standards.
- Perform and utilize inspections to plan and execute needed park maintenance projects and work plans
- Use computer-based management systems for generating work orders, asset and vehicle management, purchasing, monitoring inventory and expenses, scheduling, and timekeeping
- Maintain inventory and ensure proper care/storage of all tools, carts, equipment, and supplies to support the park maintenance functions
- Use computer-based management systems for budget control, scheduling, timekeeping, and inspections.
- Respond quickly to emergency situations including but not limited to storms and snow events
- The Assistant Manager may be called upon to remove litter, clean facilities, remove snow and perform other related custodial tasks as needed and/or required
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum of 6 years of increasingly responsible experience in maintenance work in the field of construction, facilities or custodial management including a minimum of 6 years in the management and/or supervision of others; or
- Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above. However, all candidates must possess the 6 years of management and supervision of others
- Valid Drivers’ License that must be maintained for duration of employment
- Possess a fundamental understanding and knowledge of park or campus operations or custodial/facility management using modern practices; experience in urban parks is desirable.
Abilities Required
- Ability to provide both oral and written communication that is easily understood and direct in its content
- Ability to engage in critical thinking skills that allow for prioritizing issues, coordinating multiple projects and problem solve
- Knowledge of computer equipment and Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform heavy physical labor daily in all weather conditions
Salary range: $65K - $77,100 (Based on level of experience)
Note: This is an on-site position.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
The Central Park Conservancy’s work is guided by the belief that Central Park, and all public parks, must be managed and actively protected as an inclusive and democratic space for all.
Working closely with our New York City partners, we will always strive towards creating and sustaining a sense of belonging for all visitors and advocating for equitable and accessible public use of the park.
In service of this belief, we are committed to fostering a workforce and organizational culture that is as diverse as Central Park itself and the dynamic city it serves.
Safety Requirements
Establishment and maintenance of a safe work environment is the shared responsibility of this organization and employees at every level. The Conservancy will make every effort to assure a safe environment and follow federal, state, and local safety regulations. Employees are expected to obey safety rules and to exercise caution in all their work activities. Accordingly, employees should be aware of any hazards, which could cause an injury or accident (e.g., spills, obstacles in walkways, etc.). If an employee discovers a potentially dangerous condition, he/she should alert other employees and notify his/her supervisor immediately.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed
With iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura threatening to arrive later this month, we’re on the precipice of the arrival of one of the biggest new features added to the iPad and Mac in recent years: Stage Manager.
For Mac users, Stage Manager is an optional feature that might or might not Excellerate productivity and organization. No big deal! Use it, or don’t. Meanwhile, for the iPad, the feature is practically an existential crisis.
Put simply, Stage Manager is a big deal for the iPad because it gives it windows for the first time, while the Mac has been a window-based computing device since Steve Jobs first took it out of that bag in early 1984. And that contrast gets to the core of why putting Stage Manager on the iPad is a much bigger job than adding it to the Mac.
From the ground up
Anyone who used the Mac in 1984 and was magically transported to a Mac in 2022 would certainly be amazed and discombobulated by the advances of technology in 38 years, but that Mac would still be recognizable: draggable and resizeable windows, a menu bar, and even a close box (joined by two others) in the upper left corner.
Foundry
Of course, over the years, Mac windowing has evolved. When I became a Mac user, you couldn’t really use more than one Mac app at once. But shortly thereafter, System 7 introduced full-on multitasking, and our Mac screens filled with windows from all sorts of different apps running at the same time. Apple introduced a series of task switchers, Mac OS X 10.0 added the Dock and the three stoplight buttons, and later updates added the ability to manage windows with Exposé, Spaces, and Mission Control.
In other words, Apple took a concept–the original Mac interface–and then iterated on it for 38 years. It’s not perfect–most notably, the company has spent a couple of decades trying to figure out ways for regular users to find windows that have been lost behind other windows–but it’s got a real infrastructure behind it. It’s a metaphor that has been extended and elaborated upon with iconography, menu bar commands, keyboard shortcuts, trackpad gestures–the works.
The iPad’s been around for more than a decade, but its history with windowing is essentially nonexistent. iPadOS 15 introduced Quick Note and the “floating center window” in apps like Mail–they were windows, sort of, but one-off windows that followed their own rules. Still, it was a tentative start. But beyond that, there’s really nothing to define what a window on an iPad could be, how it should behave, and how a user would manage a bunch of them.
So macOS Ventura will bring Stage Manager to the Mac, where it will be shuffling and managing familiar windows in new ways. That’s not nothing, but it can take advantage of 38 years of infrastructure and interface grammar.
On the iPad, though, Stage Manager must literally create an entirely new windowing metaphor, out of whole cloth, on day one. It’s an enormous job. Is it any wonder that all summer, Apple has apparently struggled with it?
An iPad identity crisis
Let’s work backward for a moment: What problem on the iPad is Stage Manager supposed to solve? It’s supposedly the inability for users to rapidly work with multiple windows and multiple apps, as they do on the Mac. The larger your display–and my iPad Pro’s display is only slighter than my MacBook Air’s–the more space you have for more windows, and the more ridiculous the iPad’s one- or two-apps-at-a-time interface becomes.
The problem with the current approach to iPad multitasking, Split View, is that it begins to break down when you want to use more than two “windows” (they’re really tiles) at once. While tiled interfaces are incredibly space efficient–there’s no need for window chrome!–they’re also pretty inflexible. I try to imagine creating a four-paned view on my iPad Pro, and I picture a frustrating puzzle. I know that tiling has its adherents, but I am not one of them.
Windows, on the other hand, are time-tested and have a lot of benefits. Though they do require a lot of window chrome that takes up space, they have the advantage of overlapping with one another. Longtime Mac users might not even notice that they’re doing it, but the beauty of overlapping windows is that you can have multiple documents at the ready while one particular document is front and center. It’s an efficient use of space because it doesn’t require the contents of every open window to be on screen at once.
Jason Snell
The problem with iPadOS 16’s Stage Manager is that it can’t decide what it wants to be. It offers windows, so you’d think that it would have decided to lean toward the Mac style of doing things. But one of the best features of windows is that they can be arbitrarily resized and moved around–a feature that Stage Manager resists. iPad windows can only be opened to certain sizes and shapes, and most frustratingly, they can only be dragged into certain locations.
When I try to use Stage Manager on my iPad Pro, I almost end up with a single configuration: two windows, more or less equally sized, next to each other. I end up so frustrated with Stage Manager that I essentially re-create Split View! (In fact, if you position two windows in this way and turn off Stage Manager, it literally transforms into a Split View.)
I can’t speak to why Apple chose this hybrid approach, but I can’t say that it makes sense to me. If the goal is to provide all the power of overlapping windows, why prevent users from positioning windows as they wish? Thus the improvements over Split View are meager at best.
The missing pieces
I’m troubled by the fact that Apple doesn’t seem to have a real vision for Stage Manager–or, if what we have right now is its vision, that it’s decided on some weird halfway step.
If the iPad is to have windows, it needs a clear philosophy behind it. We need to know why the windows are there. They need to behave in ways that make sense. The Mac has most of that, but the iPad has very little. Resizing and overlapping windows is a frustration, as is minimizing them, adding them to a stage, and opening new windows from the Dock.
I want to like Stage Manager on the iPad. I think it’s got a lot of potential. But defining how windowing works on a new platform is an enormous job, one that will take years to shake out. Apple would do well to take as many cues from macOS as it can. It needs to come up with a clear vision for what an iPad window should be and what benefit it has to a user. And most importantly, it needs to keep refining that vision over time. Because no matter what version of Stage Manager ships in iPadOS 16.1, it’s going to be a work in progress that will require continual attention over the next few months–and, yes, probably years.
Reports to: Manager, Natural Areas
Department: Landscape Management
Status: Exempt
About the Park and the Central Park Conservancy
Central Park is one of the most famous and beloved urban public spaces in the world. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1857, the 843-acre park was the first purpose-built public park in the country and is a National Historic Landmark. The Central Park Conservancy, a private not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1980 to rescue the Park which had fallen into serious disrepair. Since that time, the Conservancy has overseen the investment of approximately $1 billion in the restoration of the Park, and now hosts over 40 million visitors a year.
The Conservancy’s mission is to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from urban life. The City of New York has formally entrusted the care of the Park to the Conservancy which is responsible for every aspect of its care, including landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and the visitor experience. Committed to sharing the best practices in urban park management, the Conservancy also serves as a resource for other NYC parks and for public-private partnerships around the world. The Conservancy employs roughly 325 people and has an operating budget of $80 million.
The Conservancy recently completed a seven-year plan, Central Park Conservancy, A Plan for the Stewardship of Central Park: 2020-2027, which focuses on the ongoing capital investment of the last four decade’s investment of more than $1 billion into Central Park.
Position Summary
The Assistant Manager – Natural Areas is responsible for the supervision of the day to day operation of the Natural Areas, for implementation of all programs of work set by the Manager and to work as part of a team that manages Park Operations as a whole. Working under the general supervision of the Manager the Assistant Manager is primarily responsible for the supervision of the staff and grounds of the Natural Areas consisting of Hallett Nature Sanctuary, Ramble, North Woods and meadow areas within Central Park. It is expected that the Assistant Manager will work across departments and with other staff on Park Operations to perform their primary tasks.
Essential Duties
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Responsible for supervising all staff and the organization of work schedules to meet daily and weekly workloads and projects for all landscapes, plant bed, hardscape including management of invasive plants and maintenance of native and aquatic plants.
- Guides and gives technical assistance to Foreperson and Natural Area Technicians engaged in daily landscape maintenance tasks.
- Delegate and hold subordinates responsible for satisfactory performance of assignments.
- Lead and coach employees using established performance management and staff development effort providing consistent feedback.
- Works in collaboration with Manager in the hiring, performance reviews and discipline staff. Makes recommendations for improvements
- Monitors and ensures employee engagement, productivity, compliance and status of work assignments.
- Oversee safety and work training program of natural area employees and tracks individual progress and ensure requirements are met at regular intervals
- Performs the duties of Manager when absent
Collaboration:
- Coordinates with other departments within CPC on plantings, restoration projects, trail and path maintenance and repair and on all events, vendors, concessions and general Park use
- Collaborate with other Assistant Managers in Landscape Management, Volunteer Department and other departments within Park Operations to achieve set work plan goals.
- Daily reports of malfunctioning infrastructure, furnishings, safety hazards, quality of life issues
- Perform tours of Natural Areas discussing plants, ecology and maintenance as needed
- Interact with Park patrons in a professional manner
Program Management:
- Assists in the development of annual work plan, and conducts inspections of all landscape management activities within the Natural Areas and ensures all indicators are met.
- Work with Manager to develop measurements against and will participate in reporting on annual progress of set work plan.
- Assist Manager in the development of an annual budget and collaborate to monitor expenses throughout the year.
- Inspect and monitor work to ensure compliance of organizational standards of methods and practices, safety and other established requirements
- Maintains the inventory and proper care of all tools, equipment, materials, supplies and staff uniforms appropriate to support the landscape management functions.
- Use computer based management systems for budget control, scheduling, timekeeping and inspections.
Related Work:
- Maintains inventory of all signage and directs the repairs and installation. Makes requests for replacements as needed
- Initiates the purchase of supplies, tools and other related equipment to Manager
- Ensure the removal of all trash from landscape, gardens, grounds, hardscape and facilities in the natural areas; collaborate with Park Maintenance on inspections notifications of unsatisfactory conditions.
- Although not part of day to day tasks, the Assistant Manager may be called upon to mow, water, weed, rake, remove snow and perform other related landscape management tasks as needed and/or required
- Respond to emergency situations including, but not limited to, storms and snow events
- Perform related work as assigned
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college in a related field; 6 years of increasingly responsible experience in maintenance work in the field of Landscape management and/or urban woodland restoration including a minimum of 6 years in the management and supervision of others; or
- Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above. However all candidates must possess the 6 years of management and supervision of others
- Valid Drivers’ License that must be maintained for duration of employment
- Possess a fundamental understanding and knowledge of Landscape management using modern practices; native and invasive plants; urban woodland ecology; experience in urban parks is desirable
Abilities Required
- Ability to provide both oral and written communication that is easily understood and direct in its content
- Ability to engage in critical thinking skills that allow for prioritizing issues, coordinating multiple projects and problem solve
- Knowledge of computer equipment and Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform heavy physical labor on a daily basis in all weather conditions
Salary range: $65K-$77,100 (based on level of experience)
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
The Central Park Conservancy’s work is guided by the belief that Central Park, and all public parks, must be managed and actively protected as an inclusive and democratic space for all.
Working closely with our New York City partners, we will always strive towards creating and sustaining a sense of belonging for all visitors and advocating for equitable and accessible public use of the Park.
In service of this belief, we are committed to fostering a workforce and organizational culture that is as diverse as Central Park itself and the dynamic city it serves.
Safety Requirements
Establishment and maintenance of a safe work environment is the shared responsibility of this organization and employees at every level. The Conservancy will make every effort to assure a safe environment and be in compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations. Employees are expected to obey safety rules and to exercise caution in all their work activities. Accordingly, employees should be aware of any hazards, which could cause an injury or accident (e.g., spills, obstacles in walkways, etc.). If an employee discovers a potential dangerous condition, he/she should alert other employees and notify his/her supervisor immediately.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
LANGLEY, BC, Oct. 13, 2022 /CNW/ - Hardwoods Distribution Inc. ("HDI" or the "Company") (TSX: HDI) today announced that it will report its 2022 third-quarter results on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 after the markets close.
The Company will host a conference call on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 8:00 am Pacific (11:00 am Eastern) during which Rob Brown, Chief Executive Officer, and Faiz Karmally, Chief Financial Officer, will discuss the Company's financial performance for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022.
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Available through November 16, 2022 |
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About HDI
HDI is one of North America's largest suppliers of specialty building products to fabricators, home centers and professional dealers servicing the new residential, repair and remodel, and commercial construction end markets. The Company currently operates a network in North America of 86 facilities in the United States and Canada. HDI's common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "HDI".
SOURCE Hardwoods Distribution Inc.
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Event Takes Place November 12-16, 2022 in Orlando, FL
SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–HDI, the leading organization dedicated to elevating service and support across the enterprise, announces the keynote presentations for the 2022 Service Management World conference program. The event takes place November 12-16, 2022 at the Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate in Orlando, FL. Register here.
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Service Management World keynote presentations:
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