Otero County is located in south-central New Mexico, extending from the Sacramento Mountains eastward onto the High Plains and bordering Texas. Established in 1899 and named for territorial governor Miguel Antonio Otero, it developed around ranching, railroad-era settlements, and later military and aerospace activity. The county is mid-sized in population, with roughly 68,000 residents, and its county seat is Alamogordo. Land use and settlement are largely rural outside Alamogordo and nearby communities, with significant public lands including parts of Lincoln National Forest and the White Sands region. Major economic influences include White Sands Missile Range, tourism tied to desert and mountain recreation, and traditional agriculture such as cattle ranching. The landscape shifts from Chihuahuan Desert basins and gypsum dunes to forested high-elevation terrain, contributing to distinct local climate zones and outdoor-focused culture.

Otero County Local Demographic Profile

Otero County is located in south-central New Mexico along the eastern edge of the Tularosa Basin and includes communities such as Alamogordo as well as significant federal land holdings (including White Sands Missile Range). For local government and planning resources, visit the Otero County official website.

Population Size

According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Otero County, New Mexico, the county’s population was 67,000 (2020 Census). The same source provides the most recent Census Bureau population estimate for the county (listed on QuickFacts under “Population estimates”).

Age & Gender

Age and sex statistics for Otero County are published by the U.S. Census Bureau in QuickFacts, including:

Racial & Ethnic Composition

County-level race and ethnicity shares are reported by the U.S. Census Bureau, including (at minimum) categories such as White, Black or African American, American Indian and Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, Two or More Races, and Hispanic or Latino (of any race). These measures are provided in the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Otero County.

Household & Housing Data

Household and housing indicators for Otero County are reported by the U.S. Census Bureau, including:

  • Households and persons per household
  • Owner-occupied housing rate
  • Median value of owner-occupied housing units
  • Median gross rent
  • Housing unit counts and related housing characteristics

These county-level figures are available in the Otero County QuickFacts table, which compiles U.S. Census Bureau data products for local demographic and housing profiles.

Email Usage

Otero County’s mix of small cities (e.g., Alamogordo), federal lands, and sparsely populated rural areas shapes digital communication by concentrating higher-quality internet infrastructure in population centers while leaving outlying areas more constrained. Direct county-level email usage statistics are not routinely published; broadband, device access, and demographics serve as proxies for likely email adoption.

Digital access indicators from the U.S. Census Bureau data portal (American Community Survey) show county patterns for household broadband subscriptions and computer ownership, which are closely associated with the ability to maintain regular email access. Age structure also matters: ACS age distributions for Otero County indicate a substantial adult and older-adult population, groups that tend to rely on email for healthcare, government, and financial communications, though adoption can be moderated by digital literacy and connectivity.

ACS sex distribution (male/female shares) is available but is generally less predictive of email use than age and access indicators.

Connectivity constraints are reflected in rural availability gaps documented by the FCC National Broadband Map, where service quality and provider options often decline outside incorporated areas.

Mobile Phone Usage

Overview and local context

Otero County is in south-central New Mexico along the U.S.–Mexico border region, anchored by Alamogordo and adjacent to the Sacramento Mountains (including the Cloudcroft area) and the Tularosa Basin. The county combines small urbanized areas with extensive rural and mountainous terrain. Low population density outside Alamogordo, long travel distances between settlements, and rugged topography in the Sacramento Mountains can affect mobile network propagation, backhaul placement, and coverage continuity.

Authoritative county profile context is available from the U.S. Census Bureau’s county pages (population, density, housing, and income indicators) via Census.gov (search “Otero County, New Mexico” in data/quick facts products).

Network availability (coverage) vs. household adoption (use)

Network availability describes where carriers report service (e.g., 4G LTE or 5G) and where regulators map coverage. Household adoption describes whether residents actually subscribe to mobile service and use mobile broadband, and whether households have internet at home (which may be fixed, mobile-only, or both). These measures differ substantially in rural counties where coverage can exist along highways and population centers while adoption varies with income, age, housing, and service costs.

Mobile network availability in Otero County (4G/5G)

Primary public coverage sources

  • The Federal Communications Commission publishes nationwide mobile broadband coverage maps and underlying data through its mapping program. County-level inspection is typically performed by zooming to local areas rather than relying on a single county statistic. The main reference is the FCC National Broadband Map, which includes layers for 4G LTE and 5G (including different 5G technology categories where reported).
  • New Mexico’s statewide broadband planning and mapping resources provide complementary context on infrastructure and unserved/underserved areas; see the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) (state broadband office) and associated mapping/plans.

What the maps generally show at a county scale (limitations noted)

  • 4G LTE availability is typically the most geographically extensive mobile layer in rural New Mexico counties, with stronger continuity around Alamogordo, along major corridors (including U.S. 70 and U.S. 54), and in populated valleys. Coverage in mountainous areas can be fragmented due to line-of-sight constraints and tower siting limitations.
  • 5G availability is commonly concentrated in and near population centers and along higher-traffic corridors; coverage can appear as smaller footprints compared with LTE. In rural areas, 5G can be present without being ubiquitous, and reported coverage may not reflect indoor performance.

Limitations: The FCC map is based on carrier-reported coverage and standardized modeling. It is appropriate for identifying where service is claimed to be available, but it does not directly measure user experience (signal strength at street level, indoor coverage, congestion, or speed variability). Countywide “percent covered” summaries are not consistently published as a single official statistic for every county and technology in a way that directly translates to real-world usability.

Household adoption and mobile access indicators (county and local measures)

Internet subscription and “mobile-only” reliance

County-level indicators of internet access and subscription are best drawn from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS), which reports:

  • Presence of a computer and type (desktop/laptop, smartphone, tablet, etc.)
  • Internet subscription type (including cellular data plans, broadband such as cable/fiber/DSL, satellite, and others)

These tables can be accessed via data.census.gov (commonly ACS Table B28001 and related “Computer and Internet Use” tables). This provides the clearest separation between:

  • Adoption of home internet (any subscription)
  • Households using cellular data plans (which can indicate mobile broadband adoption and, in some cases, mobile-only internet reliance)

Limitations: ACS is survey-based with margins of error that can be sizable for smaller geographies. For some specific breakdowns (fine-grained device categories or smaller sub-county geographies), reliability can be limited.

Broadband service availability vs. subscription

The FCC also provides fixed broadband availability layers; however, for mobile phone usage specifically, the key distinction is:

  • Availability: FCC coverage layers show where a provider reports service.
  • Adoption: ACS indicates what households report subscribing to and what devices they have.

Mobile internet usage patterns (LTE vs. 5G use)

County-specific “usage patterns” such as the share of active devices on 5G versus LTE, data consumption per user, or time-of-day congestion are generally not published as official county statistics by federal agencies. The most defensible county-level approach is to describe technology availability (FCC map layers) and household subscription types (ACS cellular plan subscription) as a proxy for mobile broadband reliance.

Within that constraint:

  • LTE remains a baseline mobile broadband layer in rural and mixed-terrain counties because it is engineered for broader-area coverage.
  • 5G availability is often localized to denser areas and major corridors and may not translate into uniform countywide mobile internet experience, especially in mountainous terrain.

Common device types (smartphones vs. other devices)

The ACS provides county-level counts/shares for device availability in households, including smartphones and other computing devices. For Otero County, the most direct measure is the ACS “computer type” and “smartphone” household estimates available through data.census.gov.

Key points supported by ACS device categories:

  • Smartphone access is measured at the household level (households with a smartphone), not necessarily individual ownership.
  • ACS separates smartphones from desktop/laptop and tablet/other devices, enabling a distinction between “smartphone present” and “smartphone as the only computing device in the home” when using the relevant cross-tabulations.

Limitations: ACS does not measure phone model, operating system, or “feature phone” ownership in a granular way. “Smartphone present” does not indicate whether all household members have smartphones or whether devices are current-generation.

Demographic and geographic factors influencing mobile usage and connectivity

Geography, terrain, and settlement patterns (connectivity constraints)

  • Mountainous terrain (Sacramento Mountains) can reduce signal reach and create coverage shadows, affecting both availability and consistent performance.
  • Rural settlement patterns increase the cost per user of tower density and backhaul, often concentrating higher-quality service in and around Alamogordo and along highways.
  • Public lands and sparsely populated areas can limit infrastructure placement options and economics of expansion in remote parts of the county.

Income, age, and household characteristics (adoption constraints)

Adoption tends to correlate with socioeconomic factors captured in ACS:

  • Income and poverty indicators (affect affordability of multi-line plans and home internet subscriptions)
  • Age distribution (older populations can show different adoption rates and device preferences)
  • Housing tenure and household composition (renters vs. owners; single-person households; group quarters)

These contextual variables are available via data.census.gov and help explain differences between areas that are covered by networks and households that subscribe to and regularly use mobile broadband.

Institutional and commuting factors

Otero County includes major institutional and employment centers in the area (including federal facilities and regional employers), which can influence daytime network demand around Alamogordo and key corridors. Publicly available datasets do not generally quantify countywide mobile traffic loads by institution; the primary measurable effect appears through population concentration and commuting patterns reported in Census products.

Summary of data availability and limitations (county level)

  • Network availability (4G/5G): Best documented via the FCC National Broadband Map, which supports local inspection but does not provide a single definitive “mobile penetration” percentage for the county and does not measure actual speeds or indoor performance.
  • Household adoption and device access (smartphones, cellular plans): Best documented via ACS tables on data.census.gov, which distinguish device presence and subscription type but carry margins of error and measure households rather than individual usage intensity.
  • Local/state planning context: The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion provides statewide broadband context and mapping resources that can complement federal datasets, especially when describing rural coverage challenges and priority areas.

This combination supports a clear separation between where mobile networks are reported to be available (FCC) and the extent to which households report adopting mobile and internet services (ACS), while avoiding unsupported claims about countywide 5G usage share or per-user consumption that are not published as official county metrics.

Social Media Trends

Otero County is in south‑central New Mexico along the U.S.–Mexico border region, with Alamogordo as the largest city and major regional influences from White Sands Missile Range and Holloman Air Force Base. The county’s mix of military households, commuting patterns, and a sizable rural footprint tends to align social media use with mobile-first access and community/news sharing typical of smaller metros and rural areas in the Southwest.

User statistics (penetration / active use)

  • County-specific social media penetration rates are not published in major federal datasets or large national surveys at a sample size that supports statistically reliable estimates for Otero County alone.
  • For state-level context, New Mexico’s adult social media usage generally tracks close to national patterns reported in large surveys such as the Pew Research Center social media fact sheet.
  • National benchmark (adults): About 69% of U.S. adults report using at least one social media site (Pew Research Center, 2024). This is commonly used as a baseline when county-level measurement is unavailable.

Age group trends

Age is the strongest consistent predictor of social media use in large U.S. surveys:

  • 18–29: Highest usage; ~84% of adults use social media (Pew, 2024).
  • 30–49: High usage; ~81% (Pew, 2024).
  • 50–64: Majority usage; ~73% (Pew, 2024).
  • 65+: Lower but substantial; ~45% (Pew, 2024).

Platform preference by age also varies nationally:

  • Younger adults over-index on Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, while older adults over-index on Facebook (Pew’s platform-by-demographic breakdowns in the same fact sheet).

Gender breakdown

County-level gender splits are not available from reputable public sources at Otero County granularity; national survey patterns provide the most defensible reference:

  • Overall adult social media use is similar for men and women in aggregate (Pew, 2024).
  • Platform differences (national patterns): Women tend to report higher use of Pinterest and somewhat higher use of Instagram, while men more often report using some discussion and video/game-adjacent platforms; Facebook and YouTube are broadly used across genders (Pew, 2024). For current platform-by-gender details, use the crosstabs in the Pew Research Center fact sheet.

Most-used platforms (with available percentages)

Because platform shares are not published at Otero County level, the most reliable percentages are national adult benchmarks:

Behavioral trends (engagement patterns / preferences)

Patterns below reflect consistent findings in large U.S. research and are commonly observed in smaller counties with mixed rural/metro characteristics:

  • Video-centered consumption is dominant: YouTube’s reach (above) indicates broad cross-demographic reliance on video for how-to content, news clips, entertainment, and local interest content (Pew, 2024).
  • Facebook remains the primary “local network” layer: Nationally high penetration and older-skewing usage make Facebook a common venue for local groups, community announcements, and event coordination—behaviors that typically intensify in areas with dispersed population centers.
  • Age-driven platform splits shape content formats: Younger adults’ higher use of Instagram/TikTok corresponds to higher engagement with short-form video and creator-led content, while older adults’ higher reliance on Facebook corresponds to link sharing, comments on local posts, and group participation (Pew, 2024).
  • News and civic information exposure occurs on social platforms: Social feeds and video platforms are common pathways to news; for national context on where Americans get news (including via social media), see the Pew Research Center social media and news fact sheet.
  • Mobile-first usage is common in rural regions: National telecom and broadband reporting shows rural areas often rely more heavily on mobile connections than dense metros; this generally corresponds to higher engagement with mobile-native formats (short video, Stories/Reels) and messaging-based sharing. Background context is available from the FCC National Broadband Map (for local connectivity patterns rather than social usage rates).

Notes on data availability: Public, statistically robust county-specific social media penetration, platform share, and demographic splits are typically not released by major survey organizations due to sample-size limitations; reputable estimates are usually available at national and sometimes state levels rather than for individual counties.

Family & Associates Records

Otero County family and associate-related public records include vital records (birth and death), marriage licenses/records, divorce case records, and adoption case records. In New Mexico, certified birth and death certificates are maintained by the state rather than the county through the New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics and its contracted service, VitalChek (New Mexico).

Marriage licenses are issued and recorded by the Otero County Clerk. Divorce and adoption proceedings are handled by the district court; case files and docket information are accessed through the New Mexico Courts (case lookup and court information) and the local district court serving Otero County. Property, probate, and related filings that can document family relationships and associates are recorded by the Otero County Clerk (recording), with many records available via in-person request and some through county-provided resources.

Public databases vary by record type; statewide court and vital-record systems are the primary online sources, while county offices provide in-person access to recorded documents. Privacy restrictions commonly apply: birth and death certificates are limited to eligible requesters, and adoption records are typically sealed; court records may be restricted by statute or court order.

Marriage & Divorce Records

Types of records available

  • Marriage licenses and certificates (Otero County marriages)
    • Marriage licensing is handled at the county level and results in a marriage license application and a recorded marriage license/certificate (the return completed by the officiant and recorded by the county).
  • Divorce decrees (dissolution of marriage)
    • Divorces are adjudicated in the state district court and result in a Final Decree of Dissolution of Marriage (often accompanied by findings, parenting plans, child support orders, and property division orders as applicable).
  • Annulments
    • Annulments are also court actions and result in an Order/Decree of Annulment and related case filings.

Where records are filed and how they can be accessed

  • Marriage records (licenses/recorded certificates)
    • Filed/recorded with: Otero County Clerk (the county clerk is the office that issues and records marriage licenses for Otero County).
    • Access: Requests are typically made through the Otero County Clerk’s office for certified copies and/or informational copies, subject to identity and eligibility requirements under New Mexico vital records rules and county procedures.
  • Divorce and annulment court records
    • Filed with: New Mexico District Court, Twelfth Judicial District (the district court serving Otero County). Divorce and annulment case files are maintained by the Clerk of the District Court for the judicial district.
    • Access: Copies are requested from the district court clerk. Many New Mexico courts also provide electronic docket access for case information, while certified copies of decrees are obtained through the clerk’s office, subject to court rules and any sealing/redaction orders.
  • State-level vital records
    • New Mexico maintains statewide vital records through the New Mexico Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics (NMBVRHS). State-issued certified copies of many vital events (including marriages) are commonly available through the state bureau under statutory eligibility rules.
    • Reference: New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics

Typical information included in these records

  • Marriage license / recorded marriage certificate
    • Full legal names of both parties
    • Date and place of marriage (ceremony location)
    • Date the license was issued and the license number
    • Officiant’s name/title and certification that the ceremony occurred
    • Signatures/attestations required by state law and local recording practice
    • Commonly recorded demographic items from the application (varies by form and time period), such as ages or dates of birth, residences, and places of birth
  • Divorce decree (final judgment)
    • Names of the parties and case caption/docket number
    • Date the decree is entered and the court/judge information
    • Legal findings and orders dissolving the marriage
    • Orders on property and debt division
    • Orders on spousal support (alimony), when applicable
    • Orders on child custody, visitation/time-sharing, and child support, when applicable
    • Incorporated settlement agreements, parenting plans, or marital settlement terms, when applicable
  • Annulment decree/order
    • Names of the parties and case caption/docket number
    • Court findings and the legal basis for annulment under New Mexico law
    • Orders addressing children, property, and support issues when applicable (annulments can include related orders similar to divorce matters)

Privacy and legal restrictions

  • Marriage records
    • Marriage records are generally treated as vital records in New Mexico. Certified copies are commonly limited to eligible requesters and require compliance with state identification and application requirements administered by NMBVRHS and relevant local procedures for county-held records.
  • Divorce and annulment records
    • Court decrees and registers of actions are generally public court records, but access can be limited by:
      • Sealing orders entered by the court (entire case file or specified documents)
      • Statutory confidentiality for certain information (for example, some records involving minors, domestic violence protections, or sensitive personal identifiers)
      • Redaction requirements for personal data (such as Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and certain personal contact information) under court rules and privacy practices
    • Some filings in domestic relations cases may be restricted from public view even when the final decree itself remains accessible, depending on the document type and applicable court rules.

Education, Employment and Housing

Otero County is in south-central New Mexico along the Sacramento Mountains and the Tularosa Basin, with Alamogordo as the principal population and service center. The county’s population is mid-sized for New Mexico and includes a large federal/military presence tied to nearby installations and testing ranges, plus a mix of small-town neighborhoods and dispersed rural housing.

Education Indicators

Public school systems and campuses (public K–12)

  • The county’s main public districts are Alamogordo Public Schools, Cloudcroft Municipal Schools, Holloman Air Force Base School District, and Tularosa Municipal Schools. A consolidated, authoritative list of every campus name is maintained through district directories and the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) school directory; for countywide school listings, use the NMPED School Directory (New Mexico Public Education Department school directory).
  • A single, consistently updated count of “number of public schools in Otero County” varies by source (district reconfigurations, charter/special programs, and reporting years). The NMPED directory is the most direct proxy for a current count because it lists active public schools by district and location.

Student–teacher ratios and graduation rates

  • Student–teacher ratios and cohort graduation rates are reported at the district and school level through New Mexico’s accountability reporting and profiles. For the most recent published figures, use:
    • New Mexico School Report Card / accountability results (NMPED Assessment & Accountability), which links to school and district performance dashboards and graduation reporting.
  • Countywide rollups are not consistently published as a single statistic across all districts; district-level values serve as the best available proxy for county conditions.

Adult educational attainment (county level)

  • Adult educational attainment is available from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) for Otero County:
    • High school diploma or higher (age 25+) and bachelor’s degree or higher (age 25+) are reported in ACS table sets and county profiles. The most recent estimates are accessible via the Census profile tools for Otero County (U.S. Census Bureau data portal).
  • In general, Otero County’s bachelor’s attainment is lower than New Mexico’s statewide average, while high-school completion is closer to statewide levels; ACS provides the definitive year-specific percentages.

Notable programs (STEM, CTE/vocational, AP/dual credit)

  • New Mexico districts commonly offer Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways (trades, health-related programs, and industry credentials), and dual credit options in partnership with regional colleges; Otero County districts align with statewide CTE and graduation pathway frameworks administered by NMPED (New Mexico Public Education Department).
  • Advanced Placement (AP) and other accelerated coursework are typically offered at comprehensive high schools; the most reliable confirmation is each district’s course catalog and high school counseling office publications (district websites).

School safety measures and counseling resources

  • New Mexico schools operate under district safety plans aligned with state guidance, typically including controlled access procedures, drills, behavioral threat reporting protocols, and coordination with local law enforcement. NMPED provides statewide safety and wellness guidance through its student support services and safe schools resources (NMPED Safe & Healthy Schools).
  • Counseling resources commonly include on-campus school counselors, social workers (varies by district), and referrals to community behavioral health providers; staffing levels are typically reported in district staffing documents and school profiles.

Employment and Economic Conditions

Unemployment rate (most recent year available)

Major industries and employment sectors

  • Major employment anchors include:
    • Public administration and defense-related employment (federal/military and contractors associated with regional installations and ranges)
    • Health care and social assistance
    • Retail trade and accommodation/food services (supporting Alamogordo and tourism/recreation flows)
    • Educational services (K–12 districts and postsecondary-related employment in the region)
  • Industry composition and sector employment levels for Otero County are available through the Census Bureau’s County Business Patterns and ACS industry tables (data.census.gov).

Common occupations and workforce breakdown

  • Occupational distribution in Otero County typically concentrates in:
    • Office/administrative support
    • Sales
    • Food preparation and serving
    • Healthcare support and practitioner roles
    • Transportation and material moving
    • Installation, maintenance, and repair (often linked to defense/industrial support)
  • The most recent county occupation shares are published via ACS occupation tables (search Otero County, NM occupation in data.census.gov).

Commuting patterns and mean commute time

  • Commute behavior (drive-alone share, carpool, work-from-home share, and mean travel time to work) is reported in ACS commuting tables for Otero County (e.g., “Means of Transportation to Work” and “Travel Time to Work”) via data.census.gov.
  • Typical commuting in the county includes in-county commuting into Alamogordo from nearby communities and some out-of-county commuting tied to regional job centers and federal facilities.

Local employment vs. out-of-county work

  • The share of residents who work outside the county is most directly measured using ACS “Place of Work” and commuting flow products; detailed flow data can be accessed through the Census commuting/LEHD tools where available, and ACS place-of-work county-to-county tables serve as a practical proxy (data.census.gov).

Housing and Real Estate

Homeownership and rental shares

  • Homeownership rate and renter share are reported in ACS housing tenure tables for Otero County. The latest county percentages are available via data.census.gov.
  • Otero County generally has a majority-owner housing tenure profile, with a substantial renter segment in and around Alamogordo and near military-associated housing demand; ACS provides the definitive split for the most recent year.

Median property values and recent trends

  • Median value of owner-occupied housing units is published by ACS for Otero County and is the standard benchmark for county-level home values (ACS median home value tables).
  • Recent trends are best characterized using multi-year ACS comparisons (e.g., comparing the latest 1-year/5-year estimates to prior periods). A single “home price index” for the county is not always available in official federal datasets; ACS median value is the most consistent proxy.

Typical rent prices

  • Median gross rent is available from ACS and is the most widely used county-level rent benchmark (ACS rent tables on data.census.gov).
  • Private listing medians vary by month and sample composition; ACS provides the most stable, comparable measure.

Housing types

  • ACS describes housing stock by structure type (single-family detached/attached, small multifamily, large apartment buildings, and mobile homes). Otero County’s stock typically includes:
    • Single-family detached homes as the dominant form in many neighborhoods
    • Manufactured housing/mobile homes as a meaningful share in rural and some suburban areas
    • Apartments and small multifamily concentrated in Alamogordo
    • Rural lots and lower-density subdivisions outside the city core and in mountain communities

Neighborhood characteristics (proximity to schools/amenities)

  • Housing near Alamogordo’s core tends to have closer proximity to public schools, health services, and retail corridors, while outlying areas (including mountain communities) have more dispersed amenities and longer travel times to hospitals and major shopping.
  • School attendance boundaries and proximity are governed by district zoning and specific campus locations; district maps and municipal GIS layers are the most authoritative sources (district/city websites; county GIS where available).

Property tax overview (rate and typical homeowner cost)

  • New Mexico property taxes are assessed on net taxable value, with residential property generally assessed at a fraction of market value, and tax bills determined by local mill levies and overlapping jurisdictions. Otero County’s billed amounts vary significantly by location (city vs. unincorporated), school district levies, and exemptions.
  • The most direct official references for rates, assessed values, and billing are the Otero County Assessor and Otero County Treasurer offices (Otero County official website). For statewide context on property taxation, see the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department (New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department).
  • A single “average effective property tax rate” is not uniformly published as an official county metric; the most defensible proxy is to use actual tax bills for representative owner-occupied homes by jurisdiction, as reflected in county treasurer records and assessment notices.

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