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--- lifestyle:resourcefulness [2021/07/16 15:08]
frater_secessus [by place]
+++ lifestyle:resourcefulness [2021/07/16 15:24] (current)
frater_secessus [internet]
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 ==== commercial buildings ====
+=== food and drink ===
+Cafes, restaurants, and bars will have restrooms and often wifi and power outlets.  Ask to sit near a power outlet and charge your devices while you visit.
 === gyms ===
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 ==== power ====
+Carry a phone charger (with wall adapter) with you everywhere to take advantage of charging opportunities. If you have a laptop or tablet, bring them and charge whenever you see an opportunity.
+In order to make most efficient use of your time near an outlet, it may make sense to:
+  * get a power brick or small [[lifestyle:faq_solar_generator|solar generator]] to charge from the wall so you can take more power with you
+  * carry a gym bag, day pack, or laptop bag containing
+    * a power strip in it;  this will allow you to charge many things at once, and will also allow you to share the outlet more fairly
+    * an extension cord to reach inconveniently-placed outlets
+    * devices to be charged.
 ==== water ====
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 ==== internet ====
+While you have access to internet
+  * update devices and software
+  * update offline maps
+  * upload videos and pictures
+  * download media for offline consumption (Amazon Prime, etc)

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