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 ### Other gear
-- pocket knife ((Conforming to the German Weapons Act:)[29] Blade must not exceed 12cm; Folding knifes with locking blades must not be designed to be opened with one hand. Also, “thrusting weapons” such as daggers, stilettos, swords etc. are restricted items.)
+- pocket knife ([Conforming to the German Weapons Act:][29] Blade must not exceed 12cm; Folding knifes with locking blades must not be designed to be opened with one hand. Also, “thrusting weapons” such as daggers, stilettos, swords etc. are restricted items.)
     - Swiss knife
     - Victorinox cybertool
     - Leatherman (check for one-handed opening mechanisms, such as thumb holes or studs)
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 ## Securing your devices
-All security measures for devices on public Internet networks also apply here – threats might come from untrusted devices ''within'', as well as from maleficent third parties ''outside'' the Congress network.
+All security measures for devices on public Internet networks also apply here – threats might come from untrusted devices _within_, as well as from maleficent third parties _outside_ the Congress network.
 
 Read the [How to survive guide][1] in the Congress Wiki. There are many excellent tips in there.