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The purpose of the paper is to discuss ten things potential users should know about the limits of the Dynamic Conditional Correlation (DCC) representation for estimating and forecasting time- varying conditional correlations. The reasons given for caution about the use of DCC include the following: DCC represents the dynamic conditional covariances of the standardized residuals, and hence does not yield dynamic conditional correlations; DCC is stated rather than derived; DCC has no moments; DCC does not have testable regularity conditions; DCC yields inconsistent two step estimators; DCC has no asymptotic properties; DCC is not a special case of GARCC, which has testable regularity conditions and standard asymptotic properties; DCC is not dynamic empirically as the effect of news is typically extremely small; DCC cannot be distinguished empirically from diagonal BEKK in small systems; and DCC may be a useful filter or a diagnostic check, but it is not a model.

Abstract The purpose of the paper is to discuss ten things potential users should know about the limits of the Dynamic Conditional Correlation (DCC) representation for estimating and forecasting time- varying conditional correlations. The reasons given for caution about the use of DCC include the following: DCC represents the dynamic conditional covariances of the standardized residuals, and hence does not yield dynamic conditional correlations; DCC is stated rather than derived; DCC has no moments; DCC does not have testable regularity conditions; DCC yields inconsistent two step estimators; DCC has no asymptotic properties; DCC is not a special case of GARCC, which has testable regularity conditions and standard asymptotic properties; DCC is not dynamic empirically as the effect of news is typically extremely small; DCC cannot be distinguished empirically from diagonal BEKK in small systems; and DCC may be a useful filter or a diagnostic check, but it is not a model.

Abstract The purpose of the paper is to discuss ten things potential users should know about the limits of the Dynamic Conditional Correlation (DCC) representation for estimating and forecasting time- varying conditional correlations. The reasons given for caution about the use of DCC include the following: DCC represents the dynamic conditional covariances of the standardized residuals, and hence does not yield dynamic conditional correlations; DCC is stated rather than derived; DCC has no moments; DCC does not have testable regularity conditions; DCC yields inconsistent two step estimators; DCC has no asymptotic properties; DCC is not a special case of GARCC, which has testable regularity conditions and standard asymptotic properties; DCC is not dynamic empirically as the effect of news is typically extremely small; DCC cannot be distinguished empirically from diagonal BEKK in small systems; and DCC may be a useful filter or a diagnostic check, but it is not a model.

Abstract: The purpose of the paper is to discuss ten things potential users should know about the limits of the Dynamic Conditional Correlation (DCC) representation for estimating and fore- casting time-varying conditional correlations. The reasons given for caution about the use of DCC include the following: DCC represents the dynamic conditional covariances of the stand- ardized residuals, and hence does not yield dynamic conditional correlations; DCC is stated rather than derived; DCC has no moments; DCC does not have testable regularity conditions; DCC yields inconsistent two step estimators; DCC has no asymptotic properties; DCC is not a special case of GARCC, which has testable regularity conditions and standard asymptotic prop- erties; DCC is not dynamic empirically as the effect of news is typically extremely small; DCC cannot be distinguished empirically from diagonal BEKK in small systems; and DCC may be a useful filter or a diagnostic check, but it is not a model.

Time series data affect many aspects of our lives. This paper highlights ten things we should all know about time series, namely: a good working knowledge of econometrics and statistics, an awareness of measurement errors, testing for zero frequency, seasonal and periodic unit roots, analysing fractionally integrated and long memory processes, estimating VARFIMA models, using and interpreting cointegrating models carefully, choosing sensibly among univariate conditional, stochastic and realized volatility models, not confusing thresholds, asymmetry and leverage, not underestimating the complexity of multivariate volatility models, and thinking carefully about forecasting models and expertise.

Abstract Time series data affect many aspects of our lives. This paper highlights ten things we should all know about time series, namely: a good working knowledge of econometrics and statistics, an awareness of measurement errors, testing for zero frequency, seasonal and periodic unit roots, analysing fractionally integrated and long memory processes, estimating VARFIMA models, using and interpreting cointegrating models carefully, choosing sensibly among univariate conditional, stochastic and realized volatility models, not confusing thresholds, asymmetry and leverage, not underestimating the complexity of multivariate volatility models, and thinking carefully about forecasting models and expertise.

Ten Things You Should Know About PROC FORMAT Jack Shoemaker, Accordant Health Services, Greensboro, NC ABSTRACT The SAS system shares many features with other programming languages and reporting packages. The programming logic found in the ubiquitous data step provides the mechanisms for assignment, iteration, and logical branching which rest at the core of any procedural language. Analytic data displays, like the humble frequency cross- tabulation produced by various PROC FREQ, may be replicated with varying degrees of success using any number of other products.

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However, during conditions with less light, such as during dusk or dawn – or mesopic light conditions, the human eye is more sensitive to blue light. The consequence may be that your lighting installation gets more light than needed, because lux meters do not register this “extra light” at shorter wavelenghts. This is not a new phenomenon, since discrepancies between e.g. high pressure sodium lamps and other conventional lamps already exist. For high luminance levels, the photopic spectral luminous efficiency curve is correct.

Besides creating a nice environment, tuneable light can be used for health purposes. All human beings have an internal watch – controlled by the daylight. Bodily functions and performance vary over one day and we name this our circadian rhythm (circadian = circa one day). Cool and warm coloured light may affect whether you feel awake or drowsy. Therefore, lighting with cool colour temperatures is sometimes used in office environments, schools or hospitals when concentration is needed, for example under a school test or patient examination.

4. Managing Large Lists Not only can lists in SPS be much larger than in MOSS (up to 50 million items) but by using indexes on multiple columns, you are able to manage and query the data more efficiently. The new Large List Resource Throttling feature is the main reason for the improved performance when loading large lists, however. Administrators have the option of specifying a limit for the number of items that can be displayed at a time. By default, there is a limit of 5,000 items for users and 20,000 items for administrators. When a list exceeds the limits specified for Resource Throttling, the user will be prompted with the option of changing the query settings so the data can be viewed. Resource Throttling can be configured with unique settings for each Web Application running in the Farm.

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transactions involving a jurisdiction outside the U.S., or a type of account, is “of primary money laundering concern.” To make this finding, the Secretary must consult with the Secretary of State and the Attorney General and consider certain factors relating to the foreign jurisdiction or the particular institution targeted. Among the factors relating to a jurisdiction are: involvement with organized crime or terrorists, bank secrecy laws and regulations, the existence a mutual legal assistance treaty with the U.S., and level of official corruption. The special measures generally involve detailed record keeping and reporting requirements relating to underlying transactions and beneficial ownership of accounts. Special measures could involve prohibiting the maintenance of payable- through or correspondent accounts for such institutions or jurisdictions, provided that there has been consultation with the Secretary of State, the Attorney General, and the Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board, as well as with other appropriate federal banking agencies and consideration has been given to whether other nations have taken similar action, whether there would be a significant competitive disadvantage on U.S. financial institutions, and effect upon the international payment system. “Account” is defined for banks, with authority delegated to the Secretary to define the term for other financial services businesses upon consultation with the appropriate federal regulators. The

Rain. Australia can have some of the harshest rain events in the world. It’s important to choose a wireless bridge that is completely waterproof and does not allow water/dust ingress where your cables connect to each wireless unit. See the section on IP rating below Wind. Flimsy mounting brackets and poorly installed mounts can be a huge nightmare for wireless links. A strong gust of wind can blow a wireless link completely out of alignment and can result in lost connectivity. This problem gets worse when you have to scale a mast, or pay for a scissor/boom lift to access the wireless unit. Ensure your link has sturdy mounting brackets, if you plan on using it for a long period of time or in a location that is difficult to access.

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