DigressCast http://www.tech65.org [Podcast, feeds.feedburner.com/tech65/digresscast] Ever wondered how Tech65 rolls behind the scenes? Well, we digress. A lot. DigressCast is the place where we let our digressing skills take over. Join us in this hilarious podcast of fun and adventure with a sprinkle of technology. Wed, 30 May 2012 03:03:33 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 This podcast is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Singapore License. justin@tech65.org (Tech65) justin@tech65.org (Tech65) Technology, Singapore, Gadgets, Computers, Software, Hardware 1440 http://www.tech65.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/digresscast144px.png DigressCast http://www.tech65.org 144 144 http://feeds.feedburner.com/digresscast Digressions by geeks for geeks.. Ever wondered how Tech65 rolls behind the scenes? Well, we digress. A lot. DigressCast is the place where we let our digressing skills take over. Join us in this hilarious podcast of fun and adventure with a sprinkle of technology. podcast, tech, random, comedy Tech65 Tech65 justin@tech65.org no no This podcast is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Singapore License.podcast, tech, random, comedyTechnologyComedyTechnology/Podcasting DigressCast #15 – The Random Digression from Simply Geek #18 http://www.tech65.org/2011/04/04/digresscast-15-the-random-digression-from-simply-geek-18/ http://www.tech65.org/2011/04/04/digresscast-15-the-random-digression-from-simply-geek-18/#comments Mon, 04 Apr 2011 01:00:50 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=1282 It’s been so long since our last DigressCast. I hope you guys haven’t forgotten about me! In this episode, we took various snippets from our Simply Geek #18 discussion and took the digression to a whole new level. I’m currently the leading champion digresser of Tech65, and during having our awesome discussion of instant messengers, we got to hear our dear Farinelli singing. I think there’s whole segment about earth hour, our new (or not so new) busses in Singapore, and fansubbing…? Go, listen, we digress.

- NTT, Justin Lee, Farinelli (Wong Ren Hao), Timothy Lim.

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2011/04/04/digresscast-15-the-random-digression-from-simply-geek-18/feed/ 0 0:19:48 It’s been so long since our last DigressCast. I hope you guys haven’t forgotten about me! In this episode, we took various snippets from our Simply Geek #18 discussion and took the digression to a whole new level. I’m currently the[...] It’s been so long since our last DigressCast. I hope you guys haven’t forgotten about me! In this episode, we took various snippets from our Simply Geek #18 discussion and took the digression to a whole new level. I’m currently the leading champion digresser of Tech65, and during having our awesome discussion of instant messengers, we got to hear our dear Farinelli singing. I think there’s whole segment about earth hour, our new (or not so new) busses in Singapore, and fansubbing…? Go, listen, we digress. - NTT, Justin Lee, Farinelli (Wong Ren Hao), Timothy Lim. DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast #12 – The Jerrick Show http://www.tech65.org/2010/08/25/digresscast-12-the-jerrick-show/ http://www.tech65.org/2010/08/25/digresscast-12-the-jerrick-show/#comments Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:33:53 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=920 Welcome, to the Jerrick Show. The diva of Tech65 comes on to our DigressCast and shows off his proud peacock feathers. We talk about random stuff from everything and anything about Jerrick, and technology. Hear him break the show and rock the house down.

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2010/08/25/digresscast-12-the-jerrick-show/feed/ 0 0:43:04 Welcome, to the Jerrick Show. The diva of Tech65 comes on to our DigressCast and shows off his proud peacock feathers. We talk about random stuff from everything and anything about Jerrick, and technology. Hear him break the show and rock the house [...] Welcome, to the Jerrick Show. The diva of Tech65 comes on to our DigressCast and shows off his proud peacock feathers. We talk about random stuff from everything and anything about Jerrick, and technology. Hear him break the show and rock the house down. DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast #14 – Flooding in Singapore http://www.tech65.org/2010/08/25/digresscast-14-flooding-in-singapore/ http://www.tech65.org/2010/08/25/digresscast-14-flooding-in-singapore/#comments Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:54:08 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=919 Hey everyone! Do you miss us? Well, I’m skipping 2 episodes to release this first, but don’t worry 12 and 13 is still in the works. In this episode, we have NTT joining us on Skype to talk about the recent flooding in Singapore. Naturally, we digressed into iPads, iPhone 4, and other various weird topic digression.

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2010/08/25/digresscast-14-flooding-in-singapore/feed/ 1 0:31:49 Hey everyone! Do you miss us? Well, I’m skipping 2 episodes to release this first, but don’t worry 12 and 13 is still in the works. In this episode, we have NTT joining us on Skype to talk about the recent flooding in Singapore. Naturall[...] Hey everyone! Do you miss us? Well, I’m skipping 2 episodes to release this first, but don’t worry 12 and 13 is still in the works. In this episode, we have NTT joining us on Skype to talk about the recent flooding in Singapore. Naturally, we digressed into iPads, iPhone 4, and other various weird topic digression. DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast #11: Farinelli’s Nuts http://www.tech65.org/2010/06/28/digresscast-11-farinellis-nuts/ http://www.tech65.org/2010/06/28/digresscast-11-farinellis-nuts/#comments Mon, 28 Jun 2010 06:00:40 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=819 Well, I think everyone’s been waiting for this episode for the past 6 months. It is finally out. DigressCast will be resuming its regular podcasting season. Now for the episode itself. We had a somewhat long discussion about our favourite Tech65 crew Farinelli, how and why he got his nickname. You might want to brace yourself for a ride of your life, because this episode is just so funny, your nuts will drop… literally.

Now you know the story.

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2010/06/28/digresscast-11-farinellis-nuts/feed/ 5 0:33:58 Well, I think everyone’s been waiting for this episode for the past 6 months. It is finally out. DigressCast will be resuming its regular podcasting season. Now for the episode itself. We had a somewhat long discussion about our favourite Tech[...] Well, I think everyone’s been waiting for this episode for the past 6 months. It is finally out. DigressCast will be resuming its regular podcasting season. Now for the episode itself. We had a somewhat long discussion about our favourite Tech65 crew Farinelli, how and why he got his nickname. You might want to brace yourself for a ride of your life, because this episode is just so funny, your nuts will drop… literally. Now you know the story. DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast #10.5 (April Fools!): The Ethics of Throwing Technology http://www.tech65.org/2010/04/01/digresscast-10-5-the-ethics-of-throwing-technology/ http://www.tech65.org/2010/04/01/digresscast-10-5-the-ethics-of-throwing-technology/#comments Thu, 01 Apr 2010 10:00:34 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=838 It’s been quite some time since we last released an episode. To keep you guys a little enticed until the next episode of DigressCast, we have come up with a short clip of a digression we recording a few days back about “The Ethics of Throwing Technology”. Do enjoy this semi point episode until we get our next episode out the door. Nothing beats a casual digression after all.

Justin

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2010/04/01/digresscast-10-5-the-ethics-of-throwing-technology/feed/ 1 0:06:21 It’s been quite some time since we last released an episode. To keep you guys a little enticed until the next episode of DigressCast, we have come up with a short clip of a digression we recording a few days back about “The Ethics of Thr[...] It’s been quite some time since we last released an episode. To keep you guys a little enticed until the next episode of DigressCast, we have come up with a short clip of a digression we recording a few days back about “The Ethics of Throwing Technology”. Do enjoy this semi point episode until we get our next episode out the door. Nothing beats a casual digression after all. Justin DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast #10: The CellPhone Episode http://www.tech65.org/2010/02/05/digresscast-10-the-cellphone-episode/ http://www.tech65.org/2010/02/05/digresscast-10-the-cellphone-episode/#comments Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:30:14 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=817 Finally, as predicted in December, this episode is released in February. It is finally out. In this episode, we discuss about cellphones (or handphones for locals), and reminisce about our past cellphones. Those who grew up from the beginning of cellphones, you’ll love to walk down memory lane. Get ready your favourite search engine and search for the old phones we talk about.

What is your first phone? Leave us a comment.

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2010/02/05/digresscast-10-the-cellphone-episode/feed/ 2 0:45:16 Finally, as predicted in December, this episode is released in February. It is finally out. In this episode, we discuss about cellphones (or handphones for locals), and reminisce about our past cellphones. Those who grew up from the beginning of cel[...] Finally, as predicted in December, this episode is released in February. It is finally out. In this episode, we discuss about cellphones (or handphones for locals), and reminisce about our past cellphones. Those who grew up from the beginning of cellphones, you’ll love to walk down memory lane. Get ready your favourite search engine and search for the old phones we talk about. What is your first phone? Leave us a comment. DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast Episode 9: Christmas Wish http://www.tech65.org/2009/12/24/digresscast-episode-9-christmas-wish/ http://www.tech65.org/2009/12/24/digresscast-episode-9-christmas-wish/#comments Thu, 24 Dec 2009 05:00:19 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=778 Twas’ the night before Christmas,
And all around,
the thinkeyly think, of Gadgety sounds,
It was magical, it was fantastical,
as the crew from 65, gathered round.

On the roof Nicole heard,
the clompity compity of Saint Nick’s reindeer,
Daniel squealed, Fari grinned and DK had a beer,
NTT played in the snow,
as he is wont to do,
whilst Justin, sweet Justin, roasted a cockatoo,
Saint Nick showered upon them,
a hard drive, a camera and maybe even a Voodoo or two!
But alas this scene missed, a few boys, for they were up to no good
Naveen with his wiley ways, and Jerrick with his bad taste.
Saint Nick visited them anyway – to bring them a gift,
one that lasts all time. The gift of friends, those who talk tech, and those who love tech.

As he parted, Ol’ Nick said – Merry Christmas to All, and to All – A Tech Night :)

In this episode, we bring out our gadget geekness and discuss about what our dream gadget we want for Christmas. Weird ideas from controlling the weather, to teleportation, to brain dumps.

Happy Christmas, and May all your dreams be of Terabyte hard drives, DSLRs and well priced earphones.

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2009/12/24/digresscast-episode-9-christmas-wish/feed/ 1 0:38:17 Twas’ the night before Christmas, And all around, the thinkeyly think, of Gadgety sounds, It was magical, it was fantastical, as the crew from 65, gathered round. On the roof Nicole heard, the clompity compity of Saint Nick’s reindeer, D[...] Twas’ the night before Christmas, And all around, the thinkeyly think, of Gadgety sounds, It was magical, it was fantastical, as the crew from 65, gathered round. On the roof Nicole heard, the clompity compity of Saint Nick’s reindeer, Daniel squealed, Fari grinned and DK had a beer, NTT played in the snow, as he is wont to do, whilst Justin, sweet Justin, roasted a cockatoo, Saint Nick showered upon them, a hard drive, a camera and maybe even a Voodoo or two! But alas this scene missed, a few boys, for they were up to no good Naveen with his wiley ways, and Jerrick with his bad taste. Saint Nick visited them anyway – to bring them a gift, one that lasts all time. The gift of friends, those who talk tech, and those who love tech. As he parted, Ol’ Nick said – Merry Christmas to All, and to All – A Tech Night In this episode, we bring out our gadget geekness and discuss about what our dream gadget we want for Christmas. Weird ideas from controlling the weather, to teleportation, to brain dumps. Happy Christmas, and May all your dreams be of Terabyte hard drives, DSLRs and well priced earphones. DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast Episode 8: Moving Along Swiftly To The Next Topic Because This Topic Has Expired… http://www.tech65.org/2009/12/21/digresscast-episode-8-moving-along-swiftly-to-the-next-topic-because-this-topic-has-expired/ http://www.tech65.org/2009/12/21/digresscast-episode-8-moving-along-swiftly-to-the-next-topic-because-this-topic-has-expired/#comments Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:30:31 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=770 We did this episode when we’re really high on caffeine. This is the first time where we have most of the Tech65 crew gathered together after doing so many episodes of 65bits and Gear65 at one go. This is our usual DigressCast style format where we just talk about anything under the sun. But there’s something special about this. We have a timer called Farinelli to buzz us when the topic becomes stale and moving to the next topic. Interesting? Let us know.

Enjoy the episode!

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2009/12/21/digresscast-episode-8-moving-along-swiftly-to-the-next-topic-because-this-topic-has-expired/feed/ 0 0:41:02 We did this episode when we’re really high on caffeine. This is the first time where we have most of the Tech65 crew gathered together after doing so many episodes of 65bits and Gear65 at one go. This is our usual DigressCast style format wher[...] We did this episode when we’re really high on caffeine. This is the first time where we have most of the Tech65 crew gathered together after doing so many episodes of 65bits and Gear65 at one go. This is our usual DigressCast style format where we just talk about anything under the sun. But there’s something special about this. We have a timer called Farinelli to buzz us when the topic becomes stale and moving to the next topic. Interesting? Let us know. Enjoy the episode! DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast Episode 7: The Semi-serious Tech Discussion http://www.tech65.org/2009/12/17/digresscast-episode-7-the-semi-serious-tech-discussion/ http://www.tech65.org/2009/12/17/digresscast-episode-7-the-semi-serious-tech-discussion/#comments Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:30:42 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=767 I hope you haven’t forgotten about us. It has been some time since we last released and yes, I blame myself for not doing anything about it. So here it is, Episode 7 of DigressCast. We have Aylwin, who’s our very first listener of DisgressCast, joining us to talk about Sidekick, Windows 7, Windows 98, and Palm, among everything else we digressed.

Let us know what you think about this Episode and the new discussion format we have.

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2009/12/17/digresscast-episode-7-the-semi-serious-tech-discussion/feed/ 1 0:44:42 I hope you haven’t forgotten about us. It has been some time since we last released and yes, I blame myself for not doing anything about it. So here it is, Episode 7 of DigressCast. We have Aylwin, who’s our very first listener of Disgre[...] I hope you haven’t forgotten about us. It has been some time since we last released and yes, I blame myself for not doing anything about it. So here it is, Episode 7 of DigressCast. We have Aylwin, who’s our very first listener of DisgressCast, joining us to talk about Sidekick, Windows 7, Windows 98, and Palm, among everything else we digressed. Let us know what you think about this Episode and the new discussion format we have. DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast Episode 6: The Charity Walk by DK http://www.tech65.org/2009/11/01/digresscast-episode-6-the-charity-walk-by-dk/ http://www.tech65.org/2009/11/01/digresscast-episode-6-the-charity-walk-by-dk/#comments Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:30:17 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=723 Disclaimer: This episode is not suitable for people sensitive to certain topics. Listen at your own discretion.

We have Farinelli with us in this episode. We talk about what happened with the national service pay and some *ahem* news reporting from Farinelli. He tells us about how he gets turned on, and lastly we talk about how DK is volunteering to walk from Boon Lay to Pasir Ris for charity!

So without further ado, please email us if you’re interested to assist in our charity walk.

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2009/11/01/digresscast-episode-6-the-charity-walk-by-dk/feed/ 4 0:42:58 Disclaimer: This episode is not suitable for people sensitive to certain topics. Listen at your own discretion. We have Farinelli with us in this episode. We talk about what happened with the national service pay and some *ahem* news reporting from [...] Disclaimer: This episode is not suitable for people sensitive to certain topics. Listen at your own discretion. We have Farinelli with us in this episode. We talk about what happened with the national service pay and some *ahem* news reporting from Farinelli. He tells us about how he gets turned on, and lastly we talk about how DK is volunteering to walk from Boon Lay to Pasir Ris for charity! So without further ado, please email us if you’re interested to assist in our charity walk. DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast Episode 5: The Virgin Night, and a Special for Auntie http://www.tech65.org/2009/10/13/digresscast-episode-5-the-virgin-night-and-a-special-for-auntie/ http://www.tech65.org/2009/10/13/digresscast-episode-5-the-virgin-night-and-a-special-for-auntie/#comments Tue, 13 Oct 2009 01:30:55 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=708 Disclaimer: This episode is not suitable for people sensitive to certain topics. Listen at your own discretion.

We’ve been saying we wanted to do a DigressCast with alcohol involved, and now we have done it. The topic for the night, “Virgin”. Yes. That’s what happens when you mix DigressCast and alcohol. Tonight, we have DK, Justin, Nicole, and our friend Tian Hong, with Rizuan joining us later in the night. This episode is slightly long, running at about 1 hour, and it’s not even done yet!! I’m wondering if I should release the 2nd part as Episode 5.5.

Enjoy your latest DigressCast, with alcohol involved.

DK, Justin, Nicole, Tian Hong, Rizuan.

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2009/10/13/digresscast-episode-5-the-virgin-night-and-a-special-for-auntie/feed/ 0 0:59:00 Disclaimer: This episode is not suitable for people sensitive to certain topics. Listen at your own discretion. We’ve been saying we wanted to do a DigressCast with alcohol involved, and now we have done it. The topic for the night, “Vir[...] Disclaimer: This episode is not suitable for people sensitive to certain topics. Listen at your own discretion. We’ve been saying we wanted to do a DigressCast with alcohol involved, and now we have done it. The topic for the night, “Virgin”. Yes. That’s what happens when you mix DigressCast and alcohol. Tonight, we have DK, Justin, Nicole, and our friend Tian Hong, with Rizuan joining us later in the night. This episode is slightly long, running at about 1 hour, and it’s not even done yet!! I’m wondering if I should release the 2nd part as Episode 5.5. Enjoy your latest DigressCast, with alcohol involved. DK, Justin, Nicole, Tian Hong, Rizuan. DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast Episode 4: Disclaimer, we have entered insanity http://www.tech65.org/2009/09/29/digresscast-episode-4-disclaimer-we-have-entered-insanity/ http://www.tech65.org/2009/09/29/digresscast-episode-4-disclaimer-we-have-entered-insanity/#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2009 03:30:04 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=698 Well, this is the 2nd part from our long digression in Episode 3, where we continue to talk about the Singapore Flyer, Social Media Breakfast, McDonalds, Starwars, and just crazy random talk. Do note that there is a disclaimer. We are not responsible for any words we say in this episode. We have gone past the threshold of reason and just pure blabbering.

Enjoy this… very weird digression.

DK, Justin

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2009/09/29/digresscast-episode-4-disclaimer-we-have-entered-insanity/feed/ 1 0:38:40 Well, this is the 2nd part from our long digression in Episode 3, where we continue to talk about the Singapore Flyer, Social Media Breakfast, McDonalds, Starwars, and just crazy random talk. Do note that there is a disclaimer. We are not responsibl[...] Well, this is the 2nd part from our long digression in Episode 3, where we continue to talk about the Singapore Flyer, Social Media Breakfast, McDonalds, Starwars, and just crazy random talk. Do note that there is a disclaimer. We are not responsible for any words we say in this episode. We have gone past the threshold of reason and just pure blabbering. Enjoy this… very weird digression. DK, Justin DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast Episode 3: Back after a break http://www.tech65.org/2009/09/24/digresscast-episode-3-back-after-a-break/ http://www.tech65.org/2009/09/24/digresscast-episode-3-back-after-a-break/#comments Thu, 24 Sep 2009 03:30:32 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=691 Now that DK is back from reservist, finally, and I’m off duty from producing 65bits, we’re back again with the next episode of DigressCast. This DigressCast Episode is a little special. To make up for the loss of episodes while DK was on reservist, we did 3 episodes of DigressCast almost back to back. Alright then, without letting you wait further, our latest digression. Seriously, I have no idea how to write any show notes because we kept jumping from topics to topics and back again.

So sit back, and enjoy.

DK, Justin

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2009/09/24/digresscast-episode-3-back-after-a-break/feed/ 1 0:38:34 Now that DK is back from reservist, finally, and I’m off duty from producing 65bits, we’re back again with the next episode of DigressCast. This DigressCast Episode is a little special. To make up for the loss of episodes while DK was on[...] Now that DK is back from reservist, finally, and I’m off duty from producing 65bits, we’re back again with the next episode of DigressCast. This DigressCast Episode is a little special. To make up for the loss of episodes while DK was on reservist, we did 3 episodes of DigressCast almost back to back. Alright then, without letting you wait further, our latest digression. Seriously, I have no idea how to write any show notes because we kept jumping from topics to topics and back again. So sit back, and enjoy. DK, Justin DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast Episode 2: Hello? Anyone there? It’s Mario! http://www.tech65.org/2009/08/17/digresscast-episode-2-hello-anyone-there-its-mario/ http://www.tech65.org/2009/08/17/digresscast-episode-2-hello-anyone-there-its-mario/#comments Mon, 17 Aug 2009 07:21:39 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=646 This time, we were at NTT’s place having a ball of a time before our podcasting lesson and a little time before the latest 65bits Episode 130 podcast. I decided to whip out my trusty H2 and recorded the discussion for all of you to listen. Guess what we did? Listen and you’ll understand the topic.

DK, Nicole, NTT, Hisham, Justin

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2009/08/17/digresscast-episode-2-hello-anyone-there-its-mario/feed/ 0 0:42:32 This time, we were at NTT’s place having a ball of a time before our podcasting lesson and a little time before the latest 65bits Episode 130 podcast. I decided to whip out my trusty H2 and recorded the discussion for all of you to listen. Gue[...] This time, we were at NTT’s place having a ball of a time before our podcasting lesson and a little time before the latest 65bits Episode 130 podcast. I decided to whip out my trusty H2 and recorded the discussion for all of you to listen. Guess what we did? Listen and you’ll understand the topic. DK, Nicole, NTT, Hisham, Justin DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no DigressCast Episode 1: Why are you listening? http://www.tech65.org/2009/08/13/digresscast-episode-1-why-are-you-listening/ http://www.tech65.org/2009/08/13/digresscast-episode-1-why-are-you-listening/#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:00:17 +0000 Tech65 http://www.tech65.org/?p=644 This is the 1st episode of our brand new DigressCast. We have hinted *subtly* on twitter, 65bits, and most followers should know that this is finally here. There is no script. There is no topic. We just talk about anything we want. However, we are still feeling our way through what DigressCast is, and how it should be like. Right now, it’s really to hear us talk crap and digress.

Seriously.

Enjoy our new output for Digression.

DK, Justin

]]> http://www.tech65.org/2009/08/13/digresscast-episode-1-why-are-you-listening/feed/ 1 0:54:32 This is the 1st episode of our brand new DigressCast. We have hinted *subtly* on twitter, 65bits, and most followers should know that this is finally here. There is no script. There is no topic. We just talk about anything we want. However, we are s[...] This is the 1st episode of our brand new DigressCast. We have hinted *subtly* on twitter, 65bits, and most followers should know that this is finally here. There is no script. There is no topic. We just talk about anything we want. However, we are still feeling our way through what DigressCast is, and how it should be like. Right now, it’s really to hear us talk crap and digress. Seriously. Enjoy our new output for Digression. DK, Justin DigressCast, Podcasts Tech65 no no Tech65nonadultDigressions by geeks for geeks..