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Cyber mans write many but mean nothings. Your article is pretty good, bun need more comments.
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Another neat program for Mac users to pull music off their iPod is iPodDisk (http://ipoddisk.ourbiti.com/index.php/download/). This mounts your iPod to your desktop like any other disk drive. Your PlayLists and Library appear as folders of songs - Just drage ‘em off.
It’s not perfect, but it’s good - and free!
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You mentioned that the programs were on your old hard drive, are the Installation/Setup programs on the old hard drive, or do you have a master restore instead of disks? My laptop has a hidden partition for the “As built Restore” command with the OS and preloaded programs. You may be able to copy this partition to the new disk, the run restore to reformat the new drive to the “as built” condition of the original drive. You will loose every thing on the new drive (the restore runs format C:\ first), then copy the data files to the newly reformatted drive. Another option is to make an installation cd/dvd from the restore partition, then run that. Your old HD may have a make cd function to provide you with the neccessary cd’s.
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You mentioned that the programs were on your old hard drive, are the Installation/Setup programs on the old hard drive, or do you have a master restore instead of disks? My laptop has a hidden partition for the “As built Restore” command with the OS and preloaded programs. You may be able to copy this partition to the new disk, the run restore to reformat the new drive to the “as built” condition of the original drive. You will loose every thing on the new drive (the restore runs format C: first), then copy the data files to the newly reformatted drive. Another option is to make an installation cd/dvd from the restore partition, then run that. Your old HD may have a make cd function to provide you with the neccessary cd’s.
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Instead of trying to mess with a bulky Linux distro, Pam may want to look at NASLite (http://www.serverelements.com/naslite.php).
She would want the SMB version. And hey, it runs off a floppy drive!
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To Jerry in Tustin:
You mentioned that the programs were on your old hard drive, are the Installation/Setup programs on the old hard drive, or do you have a master restore instead of disks? My laptop has a hidden partition for the “As built Restore” command with the OS and preloaded programs. You may be able to copy this partition to the new disk, the run restore to reformat the new drive to the “as built” condition of the original drive. You will loose every thing on the new drive (the restore runs format C:\ first), then copy the data files to the newly reformatted drive. Another option is to make an installation cd/dvd from the restore partition, then run that. Your old HD may have a make cd function to provide you with the neccessary cd’s.
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Clarkconnect is also a good and easy choice for a linux file server.
http://clarkconnect.org
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Clarkconnect is also a good and easy choice for a linux file server.
http://clarkconnect.org
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Regarding using iPod in an automobile. I use the Griffin Road Trip(under $90 CDN) It works very well. It connects to power socket in car, charges the iPod in the included cradle which detaches and doubles as a belt clip! Works with any ipod with dock connector. Is available in white and black for those who need it to match the colour of the iPod. Bonus: The FM transmitter detaches and using the included USB cable for power and mini-stereo jack which is plugged into audio out on desktop or laptop, the device can be used to transmit FM to any FM radio in your home!!!
Check it out at www.griffintechnology.com
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You can use the Tivo to make the daily call using a supported USB wired or wireless device attached to the Tivo. No hacking required on the stand alone units. The Directv boxes are a different story all together.
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I agree with Jeff (though I don’t know about his links) Naslite is a dead simple and rock solid way to make an old computer a modern and reliable network file server. It is available in a couple of different varieties ranging from free to about $25
I have it at my home and have set it up in businesses. the address is www.serverelements.com
I think you will love it
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BEST and Simplest Car Player: Virtual Reality Sound Labs makes two models of their FM Transmitter. I broadcasted from one car to another separated by 80 feet. Perfect sound, just like FM. (I returned my cassette adapter which had a weak signal and poor bass.) Under $30 for the longest range model (VRFM7). Connects to any music player (std. mini plug) and can also be used with any USB memory stick holding MP3 or WMA files. Store item web page: http://store.yahoo.com/nextpowerusa/viresolavr3v.html
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For Jerry in Tustin. He can solve his problem by using Macronis Migrate Easy. It is a $40 program that worked like a charm for me.
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Isn’t Senuti a Mac-only program and thus works with Mac-formatted iPods? I don’t think this will work if the songs that you want recovered are residing in a PC-formatted iPod. You might have better luck running Yamipod, which is a free PC-based backup program. To transfer the songs to the Mac, you need to do the following: (1) use Yamipod to transfer all of the songs from your iPod to your PC’s hard disk; (2) if there’s enough free space on the iPod, transfer all of the music files from your PC to the iPod’s hard disk (via Windows Explorer with the iPod in disk mode); (3) connect the iPod to your Mac (which can read FAT32 formatted disks such as a PC-formatted iPod) and transfer the music files to your Mac’s hard disk; (4) import songs into Mac’s iTunes; (5) reformat the iPod for Mac use; (6) reload the now-empty iPod via Mac’s iTunes.
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He’s using his smart phone and a bluetooth headset to listen to podcasts, but he wants to set his dad up. You can use any MP3 player with a cassette adapter - that’s the cheapest solution and it works great. If you don’t have a cassette player you might want to visit an auto sound installer and get the Harmon-Kardon drive+play - the most elegant way to integrate an iPod into a car stereo.
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He’s using his Smartphone installed with BlueCast and a bluetooth headset to listen to podcasts, but he wants to set his dad up. You can use any MP3 player with a cassette adapter - that’s the cheapest solution and it works great. If you don’t have a cassette player you might want to visit an auto sound installer and get the Harmon-Kardon drive+play - the most elegant way to integrate an iPod into a car stereo.
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It take a little more time to install but it will be optimized for your box. No binary installs everything is built from source, and also you install the programs you want/need no more no less. One more + ‘portage’ with out a doubt is eaider to use the apt-get/rpm/yum. I’ve tried all three and portage pulls in all the deps you need. This is great espically from new linux users. Enough on that..
Here’s your links
http://www.gentoo.org/doc/en/handbook/handbook-x86.xml
http://gentoo-wiki.com/Samba
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howtoforge.com is best site for all kind of Linux setup with step-by-step instructions.
you can get the perfect Fedora code 4 setup
http://howtoforge.com/perfect_setup_fedora_core_4
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I think the C. Crane FM transmitter (http://www.ccrane.com/radios/fm-transmitters/fm-transmitter.aspx) is a good choice for listening to your iPod in your car. When you hack it (EXTREMELY easy - just need a screwdriver to open the case - instructions here - http://www.xmfan.com/viewtopic.php?t=3257) the range is very powerful and you’ll get a clear sound in the toughest of metropolitan cities crowded with FM stations.
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At home I’m syncing at around 14mb
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My father’s office has adsl2+ also, he is some what closer to the exchange and syncs at 20mb
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At home I’m syncing at around 14mb — see: http://quick.imageupload.com.au/706
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Apple Computer on Wednesday released a security update for Mac OS X that fixes 20 vulnerabilities, including a high-profile Web browser and Mail flaw disclosed last week.
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very interesting.
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very interesting.
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In most cases when I encountedred Spybot not updating properly it was affected by virys or spyware able to break it. Simple reinstal won’t help much. Make sure your antispyware works properly. Check programs starting on boot and run antivirus scan OFF-NETWORK.
Reinstal spybot in safe mode, off-network and run first scan in safe mode.
Fewer cases are due to poor spybot update sources. Try different one if this happens.
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I was the caller talking about adsl2+
At home I’m syncing at around 14mb
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My father’s office has adsl2+ also, he is some what closer to the exchange and syncs at 20mb
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February 27, 2006, at 07:20 AM
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Listner aussie_ian adds From the Senuti website they claim to suport playlists “Senuti not only reads the playlists that you made on your iPod, but it allows you to transfer them back to your computer as well. A simple drag and drop action within the application will not only copy songs to your computer and and add them to iTunes, but it will make a new playlist with the same name and add all of the songs to that list.”
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For a newbie, naslite is hands-down, the best choice for a number of reasons. It’s simple to set and operate, it’s rock-solid and costs little or nothing. In addition, you dont need to buy much hardware. Using your old clunker, you can have a terabyte server - http://www.ivamp.de/privat/nas/.
February 26, 2006, at 01:10 PM
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Xandros (default install):
All the difficulty of the Linux learning curve
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Just say **NO**.
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PCmover lets you move all of your applications, data files, and even registry settings to another PC, and even from old operating systems to newer ones!
Easy PC Migration
Simply install PCmover on both computers and go! PCmover will determine what files and settings need to be moved. You dont even have to tell PCmover which applications to move or know the location of your programs or files.
With the PCmover Wizard, your transfer is accomplished with just a few clicks. When the transfer is complete, you are ready to use your new computer with all of its pre-installed software as well as your familiar applications, data files, and settings.
PCmover does not overwrite the new system like a cloning or imaging utility does and it does not change the old PC in any way. PCmover only transfers and merges entries from the old PC into the new PC.
PCmover is not designed to move data from newer operating systems to older operating systems. For example, we do not recommend attempting to transfer programs and data from a PC running Windows XP to a PC running Windows 98 and doing so may render your system unbootable
Key Features
Move your programs, file and settings over a network connection, Laplink parallel cable, Laplink USB 1.1 cable or using removable media such as a CD-R or DVD-R
Easy to use wizard interface
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Undo any transfer
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My old Dell computer is dying!! HELP! What’s a good external back up for 80GB?
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This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at “http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”
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This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/
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For a file-serving linux machine, I would recommend NASLite (http://www.serverelements.com/). It does Samba and FTP and the download fits on a floppy.
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For a file-serving linux machine, I would recommend NASLite (http://www.serverelements.com). It does Samba and FTP and the download fits on a floppy.
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www.kartoo.com is another good search engine, if you’re a real visual person. It “maps” things out, like those diagrams you used to make in grade school.
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We had AOL for DSL and liked it a LOT better than SBC. (Then again, SBC in Illinois, at least our area, isn’t anything to write home about, except letters of frusteration.)
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We had AOL for DSL and liked it a LOT better than SBC. (Then again, SBC in Illinois, at least our area, isn’t anything to write home about, except letters of frusteration.)
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We had AOL for DSL and liked it a LOT better than SBC. (Then again, SBC in Illinois, at least our area, isn’t anything to write home about, except letters of frusteration.)
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We had AOL for DSL and liked it a LOT better than SBC. (Then again, SBC in Illinois, at least our area, isn’t anything to write home about, except letters of frusteration.)
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I search with Big.com - The search engine with the most readable results on the Web. http://www.big.com/
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I search with Big.com, the search engine with the most readable results on the Web.
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Todays Program brought to you and Paid For By Apple Computer and iPod Company the checks in the Mail, Leo
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Todays Program brought to you and Paid For By Apple Computer and iPod Company the checks in the Mail, Leo
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Gosh, When I used Netscape.net, in 1999, seems like there were some ads..& Yahoo has LOTS of ads! My Geocities web pages have a banner, but it goes away if you click it!
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Gosh, When I used Netscape.net, in 1999, seems like there were some ads..& Yahoo has LOTS of ads! My Geocities web pages have a banner, but it goes away if you click it!
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www.kartoo.com is another good search engine, if you’re a real visual person. It “maps” things out, like those diagrams you used to make in grade school.
—Janet
(Show Notes hate me unless I don’t sign my comments. o_O )
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www.kartoo.com is another good search engine, if you’re a real visual person. It “maps” things out, like those diagrams you used to make in grade school.
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Check out my webcam featuring an aquarium made from a Macintosh G4 Cube computer case:
http://lanfiles.williams.edu/~mrichar2
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I upgraded to IE7 about 2 weeks ago on my laptop, it still lets in spyware. I normally use firefox, after using IE7 using normal browsing habits for 2 weeks my spyware scanners showed about a 200% increase in tracking cookies and other mild spyware. IE7 is better then 6 but still needs work
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I upgraded to IE7 about 2 weeks ago on my laptop, it still lets in spyware. I normally use firefox, after using IE7 using normal browsing habits for 2 weeks my spyware scanners showed about a 200% increase in tracking cookies and other mild spyware. IE7 is better then 6 but still needs work
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AOL also has the poorest customer service possible. They only give out a number with the free disks they mail out and if you call the “Voice Rcognition” system doesn’t. DSL Extreme dial up is a bargain at $9.95 a month with the same kind of support as the DSL subscribers get.
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AOL also has the poorest customer service possible. They only give out a number with the free disks they mail out and if you call the “Voice Rcognition” system doesn’t. DSL Extreme dial up is a bargain at $9.95 a month with the same kind of support as the DSL subscribers get.
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I can understand wanting to get people to stop using IE6 but recommending people to upgrade to IE7 beta 2 I think is a bit premature. Especially a beta from Microsoft. They have a very poor track record of upgrading from beta to release versions. That and IE’s inability to uninstall may leave many stranded and requiring a full O/S reinstall to correct. I think that MS’s recommended target for this release (Developers and IT Pros) makes sense.
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I can understand wanting to get people to stop using IE6 but recommending people to upgrade to IE7 beta 2 I think is a bit premature. Especially a beta from Microsoft. They have a very poor track record of upgrading from beta to release versions. That and IE’s inability to uninstall may leave many stranded and requiring a full O/S reinstall to correct. I think that MS’s recommended target for this release (Developers and IT Pros) makes sense.
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We had AOL for DSL and liked it a LOT better than SBC. (Then again, SBC in Illinois, at least our area, isn’t anything to write home about, except letters of frusteration.)
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I was going to instal IE7 Beta 2 Preview, but after reading the release notes I changed my mind. Leo, I don’t think you should recomend IE7 just yet because first of all, it is in beta and many people don’t understand that betas can cause problems and aren’t perfect. Also, there are many newbies who listen to the show, and judging by all the problems mentioned in the release notes, this beta is rather advanced.
Just my thaughts
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I was going to instal IE7 Beta 2 Preview, but after reading the release notes I changed my mind. Leo, I don’t think you should recomend IE7 just yet because first of all, it is in beta and many people don’t understand that betas can cause problems and aren’t perfect. Also, there are many newbies who listen to the show, and judging by all the problems mentioned in the release notes, this beta is rather advanced.
Just my thaughts
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This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at “http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”
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This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at “http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”
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This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at “http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”
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SME Server is a free download for File server, firewall, web hosting. I have been playing with this this week. It is Web based setup and admin, just like a router. Check it out.
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SME Server is a free download for File server, firewall, web hosting. I have been playing with this this week. It is Web based setup and admin, just like a router. Check it out. http://contribs.org/modules/news/
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Greetings - does anyone know how to load the streaming audio show in Media Player for the Mac, so I can use “AirFoil” http://www.rogueamoeba.com/airfoil/ and listen to the show on my stereo using my Airport Express?
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Regarding Earthlink/DSL in Mission Viejo; Cable TV/ISP in that area can also provide telephone service. Residential switch was seamless.
As mentioned, DSL Reports should give useful information.
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Disregard my last question - I figured it out. I just needed to choose “System Audio” in AirFoil and it now pipes all the system audio events to my AirPort Express. AirFoil is a great tool!
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IE7 is a no-go for me. I can’t get it down to one slim tool bar. Back to IE6
BTW, I have set up IE6 to set up to be worry free with the host file and security settings.
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Regarding Earthlink/DSL in Mission Viejo; Cable TV/ISP in that area can also provide telephone service. Residential switch was seamless.
As mentioned, DSL Reports should give useful information.
IE7 is a no-go for me. I can’t get it down to one slim tool bar. Back to IE6
BTW, I have set up IE6 to set up to be worry free with the host file and security settings.
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Were you on the what’s his name On Computers show with John what’s his name on KNBR? The station went sports, the show is now a web cast with a character called Alaska Joe (a kind of Jeff Levy type except listenable) and Gina, well, what up wit dat?!
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We had AOL for DSL and liked it a LOT better than SBC. (Then again, SBC in Illinois, at least our area, isn’t anything to write home about, except letters of frusteration.)
—Janet
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11:40 by Janet.
We had AOL for DSL and liked it a LOT better than SBC. (Then again, SBC in Illinois, at least our area, isn’t anything to write home about, except letters of frusteration.)
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11:43 by Jon?.
I think AOL is also taking advantage of dial-up people who have no other choices.
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11:52 by anonymous.
I was going to instal IE7 Beta 2 Preview, but after reading the release notes I changed my mind. Leo, I don’t think you should recomend IE7 just yet because first of all, it is in beta and many people don’t understand that betas can cause problems and aren’t perfect. Also, there are many newbies who listen to the show, and judging by all the problems mentioned in the release notes, this beta is rather advanced.
Just my thaughts
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12:09 by anonymous.
This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at “http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”>
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that last caller had a website…was it cyberdorks.com? It went by fast, not sure I caught it right…
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12:33 by anonymous.
Re that caller from Australia:
They have ADSL2 and we in the USA do not! Just another example of other countries surging ahead of the USA in internet delivery to the consumer.
The internet has become the vital circulation system for information delivery.
The USA is like an old person with hardening of the arteries. Were dying and don’t even know it.
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doug, that’s what he said his podcast was, but obviously that is not the site.
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For a file-serving linux machine, I would recommend NASLite (http://www.serverelements.com/). It does Samba and FTP and the download fits on a floppy.
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11:52 by anonymous.
I was going to instal IE7 Beta 2 Preview, but after reading the release notes I changed my mind. Leo, I don’t think you should recomend IE7 just yet because first of all, it is in beta and many people don’t understand that betas can cause problems and aren’t perfect. Also, there are many newbies who listen to the show, and judging by all the problems mentioned in the release notes, this beta is rather advanced.
Just my thaughts
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SME Server is a free download for File server, firewall, web hosting. I have been playing with this this week. It is Web based setup and admin, just like a router. Check it out.
http://contribs.org/modules/news/
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thanhs brent, I will search iTunes
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My old Dell computer is dying!! HELP! What’s a good external back up for 80GB?
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I wouldn’t buy an ipod and later than about 1 month after one has been released, because you know in a few more months they will be coming out with the latest and greatest. I am holding on to my 4th gen. 20 gig monochrome until it dies.
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13:49 by .
Leo,
After much research in the area of Linux distros, the best one for the lady that wants to set it up as a windows file server would probably be Xandros. Ubuntu would be an excellent second choice, but nothing beats Xandros for a newbie.
It would get her up and running in no time. No headaches.
Regards,
Mario
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In regards to the jumper setting for an external laptop hardrive, and forgive me if I missed something—I just got back to the radio. When I got an external harddrive, my computer couldn’t see it, so I thought it was a jumber setting. It turns out, I just had to go to disc mananagement, and assign the new drive a drive letter.
P.S. Sorry Leo for not listening to your whole show…I’m building a new computer with an Athlon X2 dual core :-)
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I agree, I am a Windows users and right now have no intention of switching to a Mac, but I don’t think is a bad idea for new users to use Macs. It makes it a little easier to learn what computers are all about without some of the headaches that Windows brings.
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I would use CentOS 4.0, which is like Fedora Core, or basically RedHat Linux Enterprise Edition. It’s rock solid, and everthing works. That’s all I use now is CentOS 4.2.
The OpenFiler project would work well for you, but requires more knowledge to setup. Openfiler will automatically make snap shots of your shared data, that can be accessed any time, like a tape backup. It’s built on CentOS 3.0.
Your better off paying someone $200 for Professional Linux setup that covers everything.
It doesn’t matter whether you using Server 2003, or Linux, they both have the same learning curve.
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I am a new convert and would like to know if there is a place on this site for us pc converts
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PCmover from Laplink http://www.laplink.com/products/pcmover/overview.asp
Move All Your Programs, Files and Settings to a New PC
Imagine a quick and painless way to move all of your applications, settings, and data files from your old PC to your new PC while keeping all the new software intact. Thats PCmover. “Incredible”, “Brilliant”, “Outstanding” are all words our customers have used to describe this fantastic product!
PCmover lets you move all of your applications, data files, and even registry settings to another PC, and even from old operating systems to newer ones!
Easy PC Migration
Simply install PCmover on both computers and go! PCmover will determine what files and settings need to be moved. You dont even have to tell PCmover which applications to move or know the location of your programs or files.
With the PCmover Wizard, your transfer is accomplished with just a few clicks. When the transfer is complete, you are ready to use your new computer with all of its pre-installed software as well as your familiar applications, data files, and settings.
PCmover does not overwrite the new system like a cloning or imaging utility does and it does not change the old PC in any way. PCmover only transfers and merges entries from the old PC into the new PC.
PCmover is not designed to move data from newer operating systems to older operating systems. For example, we do not recommend attempting to transfer programs and data from a PC running Windows XP to a PC running Windows 98 and doing so may render your system unbootable
Key Features
Move your programs, file and settings over a network connection, Laplink parallel cable, Laplink USB 1.1 cable or using removable media such as a CD-R or DVD-R
Easy to use wizard interface
Create custom rules with the PCmover Control Center
Undo any transfer
Transfer from your old operating system to a newer one
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12:09 by anonymous.
This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at href=“http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”>
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TELEPHONE RECORDER AND PLAYBACK SWITCH DEVICE
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12:33 by anonymous.
Re that caller from Australia:
They have ADSL2 and we in the USA do not! Just another example of other countries surging ahead of the USA in internet delivery to the consumer.
The internet has become the vital circulation system for information delivery.
The USA is like an old person with hardening of the arteries. Were dying and don’t even know it.
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Greetings - does anyone know how to load the streaming audio show in Media Player for the Mac, so I can use “AirFoil” http://www.rogueamoeba.com/airfoil/ and listen to the show on my stereo using my Airport Express?
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Disregard my last question - I figured it out. I just needed to choose “System Audio” in AirFoil and it now pipes all the system audio events to my AirPort Express. AirFoil is a great tool!
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Hey Leo, thanks for giving us real techinical information, as opposed to dumbed down versions like Jeff Levy on 1070. Keep up the good work.
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Regarding Earthlink/DSL in Mission Viejo; Cable TV/ISP in that area can also provide telephone service. Residential switch was seamless.
As mentioned, DSL Reports should give useful information.
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IE7 is a no-go for me. I can’t get it down to one slim tool bar. Back to IE6
BTW, I have set up IE6 to set up to be worry free with the host file and security settings.
Were you on the what’s his name On Computers show with John what’s his name on KNBR? The station went sports, the show is now a web cast with a character called Alaska Joe (a kind of Jeff Levy type except listenable) and Gina, well, what up wit dat?!
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I am just trying to point out some things, and “ipud” is just plain wrong. I like the Treo, but would rather have a smaller phone, plus I use my palm while on the phone for notes, Excel spreadsheet, to do’s etc. (To me it seems like that would be hard to do with the Treo) And for entertainment I still think you can’t beat the ipod. I don’t have the video one, and don’t need it, so maybe the PS2 is better, I don’t know.
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20:03 by JZA.
For: Pam in Pennsylvania - setting up a Linux fileserver
Having a linux fileserver is pretty simple, you just need to well, have a spare PC, put a chunky HD for your files and then the more hard part is to atomate it which is pretty cool.
1.- Install Linux: SuSE might be your best choice. The SuSE desktop is one of the prettiest ones, Mandriva however is also very good and I will recomend Mandriva actually. SuSE has very picky firewall setup.
2.- So Mandriva it is, you can get it from here:
http://mirror.hamakor.org.il/pub/mirrors/mandriva/official/iso/2006.0/i586/
3.- Once you download and burn the CD’s you can just start the instalation, here is a picture tour of the mandriva installation.
http://views.osdir.com/slideshows/slideshow.php?release=472&slide=1
Make sure to create a users.
4.- After you have it running you want to install more software (away from the one on the CD) this is because this will have the programs for backups. So you need to go to to the system panel called: mcc or mandrake control center
5.- Once you have that, you go to the software Manager which will install your new programs. Once there, you will click on ‘Select from where software packages are….’
You can see the image here:
http://views.osdir.com/slideshows/472/58.gif
6.- Then you will click on it and will need 3 things: the type (FTP, HTTP, etc.. you need FTP) the URL here and finally the histlist here.
This will load the list of programs where you can download pretty easily, here we will find the packages for our backup tools.
7. Once installed you will click on the box with the green (+) sign to install some of the programs. Download Drakbackup where you can get this tutorial:
http://iew3.technion.ac.il/CC/Comp_news/Mandrake_starter/drakbackup.html
This way you can setup to do the backup automatically every period (daily, weekly, etc.)
But to do a backup you might need to also have your network setup.
8. On Mandrake Control Center you go to your Mount Point option and select Set Samba Mount Points. This will make all your computers on your network show up and you can start get the folders from the shared files.
Make the mount points and put this folders on the backup tool and then automatically you wil back up your whole network with no issue.
Thats all.
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Brent, I use a headset bluetooth or wired most of the time, plus speakerphone is good also. But no one device works for all and for some the ipod is it
Stupid behavior will get you in trouble no matter what OS you use. The only thing with Windows is that there’s much more opprotunity *to* get into trouble with said stupid behaviors.
13:24 by Rob?.
There are mac virus. Leo just said so on the show. So do I need anti-virus?
yes and no. It’s up to you. Practice safe computing, and you won’t have to worry about viruses and worms. Be careful of MalWare. Remember, one of the first people who jumped on the bandwagon are Anti-Virus Companies. They have the interest of selling Anti-Virus Software.
For a file-serving linux machine, I would recommend NASLite (http://www.serverelements.com/). It does Samba and FTP and the download fits on a floppy.
SME Server is a free download for File server, firewall, web hosting. I have been playing with this this week. It is Web based setup and admin, just like a router. Check it out.
http://contribs.org/modules/news/
My old Dell computer is dying!! HELP! What’s a good external back up for 80GB?
13:49 by .
Leo,
After much research in the area of Linux distros, the best one for the lady that wants to set it up as a windows file server would probably be Xandros. Ubuntu would be an excellent second choice, but nothing beats Xandros for a newbie.
It would get her up and running in no time. No headaches.
Regards,
Mario
In regards to the jumper setting for an external laptop hardrive, and forgive me if I missed something—I just got back to the radio. When I got an external harddrive, my computer couldn’t see it, so I thought it was a jumber setting. It turns out, I just had to go to disc mananagement, and assign the new drive a drive letter.
P.S. Sorry Leo for not listening to your whole show…I’m building a new computer with an Athlon X2 dual core :-)
I would use CentOS 4.0, which is like Fedora Core, or basically RedHat Linux Enterprise Edition. It’s rock solid, and everthing works. That’s all I use now is CentOS 4.2.
The OpenFiler project would work well for you, but requires more knowledge to setup. Openfiler will automatically make snap shots of your shared data, that can be accessed any time, like a tape backup. It’s built on CentOS 3.0.
Your better off paying someone $200 for Professional Linux setup that covers everything.
It doesn’t matter whether you using Server 2003, or Linux, they both have the same learning curve.
PCmover from Laplink http://www.laplink.com/products/pcmover/overview.asp
Move All Your Programs, Files and Settings to a New PC
Imagine a quick and painless way to move all of your applications, settings, and data files from your old PC to your new PC while keeping all the new software intact. Thats PCmover. “Incredible”, “Brilliant”, “Outstanding” are all words our customers have used to describe this fantastic product!
PCmover lets you move all of your applications, data files, and even registry settings to another PC, and even from old operating systems to newer ones!
Easy PC Migration
Simply install PCmover on both computers and go! PCmover will determine what files and settings need to be moved. You dont even have to tell PCmover which applications to move or know the location of your programs or files.
With the PCmover Wizard, your transfer is accomplished with just a few clicks. When the transfer is complete, you are ready to use your new computer with all of its pre-installed software as well as your familiar applications, data files, and settings.
PCmover does not overwrite the new system like a cloning or imaging utility does and it does not change the old PC in any way. PCmover only transfers and merges entries from the old PC into the new PC.
PCmover is not designed to move data from newer operating systems to older operating systems. For example, we do not recommend attempting to transfer programs and data from a PC running Windows XP to a PC running Windows 98 and doing so may render your system unbootable
Key Features
Move your programs, file and settings over a network connection, Laplink parallel cable, Laplink USB 1.1 cable or using removable media such as a CD-R or DVD-R
Easy to use wizard interface
Create custom rules with the PCmover Control Center
Undo any transfer
Transfer from your old operating system to a newer one
TELEPHONE RECORDER AND PLAYBACK SWITCH DEVICE
Message is moved to Shownote 223
Greetings - does anyone know how to load the streaming audio show in Media Player for the Mac, so I can use “AirFoil” http://www.rogueamoeba.com/airfoil/ and listen to the show on my stereo using my Airport Express?
Disregard my last question - I figured it out. I just needed to choose “System Audio” in AirFoil and it now pipes all the system audio events to my AirPort Express. AirFoil is a great tool!
Regarding Earthlink/DSL in Mission Viejo; Cable TV/ISP in that area can also provide telephone service. Residential switch was seamless.
As mentioned, DSL Reports should give useful information.
IE7 is a no-go for me. I can’t get it down to one slim tool bar. Back to IE6
BTW, I have set up IE6 to set up to be worry free with the host file and security settings.
Were you on the what’s his name On Computers show with John what’s his name on KNBR? The station went sports, the show is now a web cast with a character called Alaska Joe (a kind of Jeff Levy type except listenable) and Gina, well, what up wit dat?!
20:03 by JZA.
For: Pam in Pennsylvania - setting up a Linux fileserver
Having a linux fileserver is pretty simple, you just need to well, have a spare PC, put a chunky HD for your files and then the more hard part is to atomate it which is pretty cool.
1.- Install Linux: SuSE might be your best choice. The SuSE desktop is one of the prettiest ones, Mandriva however is also very good and I will recomend Mandriva actually. SuSE has very picky firewall setup.
2.- So Mandriva it is, you can get it from here:
http://mirror.hamakor.org.il/pub/mirrors/mandriva/official/iso/2006.0/i586/
3.- Once you download and burn the CD’s you can just start the instalation, here is a picture tour of the mandriva installation.
http://views.osdir.com/slideshows/slideshow.php?release=472&slide=1
Make sure to create a users.
4.- After you have it running you want to install more software (away from the one on the CD) this is because this will have the programs for backups. So you need to go to to the system panel called: mcc or mandrake control center
5.- Once you have that, you go to the software Manager which will install your new programs. Once there, you will click on ‘Select from where software packages are….’
You can see the image here:
http://views.osdir.com/slideshows/472/58.gif
6.- Then you will click on it and will need 3 things: the type (FTP, HTTP, etc.. you need FTP) the URL here and finally the histlist here.
This will load the list of programs where you can download pretty easily, here we will find the packages for our backup tools.
7. Once installed you will click on the box with the green (+) sign to install some of the programs. Download Drakbackup where you can get this tutorial:
http://iew3.technion.ac.il/CC/Comp_news/Mandrake_starter/drakbackup.html
This way you can setup to do the backup automatically every period (daily, weekly, etc.)
But to do a backup you might need to also have your network setup.
8. On Mandrake Control Center you go to your Mount Point option and select Set Samba Mount Points. This will make all your computers on your network show up and you can start get the folders from the shared files.
Make the mount points and put this folders on the backup tool and then automatically you wil back up your whole network with no issue.
Thats all.
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26 February 2006
(Summary of Todays Censored Postings): Wiki word: laser
Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Tell us it isnt so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
Zero-day exploit (Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware OSX/Oomp-A discovered effects seem innocuous
12:41 by Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Say it Isnt So Leo?? More Apple Flaws!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:00 AM PST
Compliments of MacFixIt.com
MacBook Pro (#7): Sound quality right speaker seems worse, certain apps affected
Sound quality right speaker seems worse Users continue to report poor sound quality from the MacBook Pro under a variety of circumstances.
Mark Qandil reports that, in his case, the issue may be restricted to certain applications. He writes:
The only noticeable issue so far is the sound quality. There is something else going on with the sound other than just hardware. I had no luck adjusting the equalizer in iTunes, as changes did not do anything. After 30 minutes I was able to adjust. The sound quality while using non apple applications such as VLC, or MPlayer sounds so much better than sounds from iTunes, or QuickTime player and even better than my G4 15″ 1.67 powerbook. Somehow it appears sound issue is related to apple applications.
Meanwhile, users continue to note that the right speaker sounds significantly worse than the left speaker.
MacFixIt reader Jordan writes:
I have a MacBook Pro 2.0GHZ and I definitely noticed a sound quality issue exactly as described here. Distortion in the right speaker noticeable at louder volumes.
George Kopp corroborates:
My MacBook Pro speakers exhibit the same behavior. The Left speaker sounds normal but the right speaker is tinny and weak. Overall, the volume of the speakers seems less than my G4 PowerBook too.
David Schloss has a simple way for users to demonstrate the right-speaker distortion problem. He writes:
I wanted to report Im also experiencing the speaker issue with the MacBook Pro. Its my right speaker as well. A simple test of this is to open up Adium with the Tokyo Train Station soundset on. This soundset uses a tone that rings using stereo, so its right, left, right. You can hear the distorted speaker clearly when doing this.
Some users have found that turning the volume down slightly reduced distorion. One reader writes:
When I first played a tune from one of my playlists I too got slightly distorted sound from my right-hand speaker but on closer inspection I realized that the volume was turned up fully. After adjusting it down a notch every thing was nice and clear. Im not sure this distortion can be described the fault of the MacBook Pro or typical with small speaker systems. My experience with the small speaker systems on laptops is that on full volume you get some distortion.
Previous coverage:
◦ MacBook Pro (#5): Notes from service manual; Poor sound quality; more
◦ MacBook Pro #4: FireWire 800 cards for ExpressCard/34 slot on the way
◦ MacBook Pro #3: Ship date; Lack of third-party adapters; Adding a FireWire 800 port; ExpressCard issues
◦ MacBook Pro (#2): SuperDrive apparently not dual-layer; S-Video out gone; No internal modem
12:44 by Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Funny no one EVER hears about these kinda problems with Gateways, HPs, Compaqs, Toshibas, Fujitsus, Acers, Dells, IBMs, Sony Vaios, etc. etc.
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26 February 2006
(Summary of Todays Censored Postings): Wiki word: laser
Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Tell us it isnt so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
Zero-day exploit (Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware OSX/Oomp-A discovered effects seem innocuous
12:41 by Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Say it Isnt So Leo?? More Apple Flaws!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:00 AM PST
Compliments of MacFixIt.com
MacBook Pro (#7): Sound quality right speaker seems worse, certain apps affected
Sound quality right speaker seems worse Users continue to report poor sound quality from the MacBook Pro under a variety of circumstances.
Mark Qandil reports that, in his case, the issue may be restricted to certain applications. He writes:
The only noticeable issue so far is the sound quality. There is something else going on with the sound other than just hardware. I had no luck adjusting the equalizer in iTunes, as changes did not do anything. After 30 minutes I was able to adjust. The sound quality while using non apple applications such as VLC, or MPlayer sounds so much better than sounds from iTunes, or QuickTime player and even better than my G4 15″ 1.67 powerbook. Somehow it appears sound issue is related to apple applications.
Meanwhile, users continue to note that the right speaker sounds significantly worse than the left speaker.
MacFixIt reader Jordan writes:
I have a MacBook Pro 2.0GHZ and I definitely noticed a sound quality issue exactly as described here. Distortion in the right speaker noticeable at louder volumes.
George Kopp corroborates:
My MacBook Pro speakers exhibit the same behavior. The Left speaker sounds normal but the right speaker is tinny and weak. Overall, the volume of the speakers seems less than my G4 PowerBook too.
David Schloss has a simple way for users to demonstrate the right-speaker distortion problem. He writes:
I wanted to report Im also experiencing the speaker issue with the MacBook Pro. Its my right speaker as well. A simple test of this is to open up Adium with the Tokyo Train Station soundset on. This soundset uses a tone that rings using stereo, so its right, left, right. You can hear the distorted speaker clearly when doing this.
Some users have found that turning the volume down slightly reduced distorion. One reader writes:
When I first played a tune from one of my playlists I too got slightly distorted sound from my right-hand speaker but on closer inspection I realized that the volume was turned up fully. After adjusting it down a notch every thing was nice and clear. Im not sure this distortion can be described the fault of the MacBook Pro or typical with small speaker systems. My experience with the small speaker systems on laptops is that on full volume you get some distortion.
Previous coverage:
◦ MacBook Pro (#5): Notes from service manual; Poor sound quality; more
◦ MacBook Pro #4: FireWire 800 cards for ExpressCard/34 slot on the way
◦ MacBook Pro #3: Ship date; Lack of third-party adapters; Adding a FireWire 800 port; ExpressCard issues
◦ MacBook Pro (#2): SuperDrive apparently not dual-layer; S-Video out gone; No internal modem
12:44 by Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Funny no one EVER hears about these kinda problems with Gateways, HPs, Compaqs, Toshibas, Fujitsus, Acers, Dells, IBMs, Sony Vaios, etc. etc.
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Todays Program brought to you and Paid For By Apple Computer and iPod Company the checks in the Mail, Leo
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(He’s using Asterisk@home to call over the internet from down under and it works great!) Open the Computer Management console, click Drive Management, and then assign drives to those removable devices. The next time you connect it should remember the assignments.
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(He’s using Asterisk@home to call over the internet from down under and it works great!) Open the Computer Management console, click Drive Management, and then assign drives to those removable devices. The next time you connect it should remember the assignments.
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20:03 by JZA.
For: Pam in Pennsylvania - setting up a Linux fileserver
Having a linux fileserver is pretty simple, you just need to well, have a spare PC, put a chunky HD for your files and then the more hard part is to atomate it which is pretty cool.
1.- Install Linux: SuSE might be your best choice. The SuSE desktop is one of the prettiest ones, Mandriva however is also very good and I will recomend Mandriva actually. SuSE has very picky firewall setup.
2.- So Mandriva it is, you can get it from here:
http://mirror.hamakor.org.il/pub/mirrors/mandriva/official/iso/2006.0/i586/
3.- Once you download and burn the CD’s you can just start the instalation, here is a picture tour of the mandriva installation.
http://views.osdir.com/slideshows/slideshow.php?release=472&slide=1
Make sure to create a users.
4.- After you have it running you want to install more software (away from the one on the CD) this is because this will have the programs for backups. So you need to go to to the system panel called: mcc or mandrake control center
5.- Once you have that, you go to the software Manager which will install your new programs. Once there, you will click on ‘Select from where software packages are….’
You can see the image here:
http://views.osdir.com/slideshows/472/58.gif
6.- Then you will click on it and will need 3 things: the type (FTP, HTTP, etc.. you need FTP) the URL here:
ftp://mirrors.usc.edu/pub/linux/distributions/mandrakelinux/official/2006.0/i586/media/contrib
and finally the histlist here:
media_info/synthesis.hdlist.cz
This will load the list of programs where you can download pretty easily, here we will find the packages for our backup tools.
7. Once installed you will click on the box with the green (+) sign to install some of the programs. Download Drakbackup where you can get this tutorial:
http://iew3.technion.ac.il/CC/Comp_news/Mandrake_starter/drakbackup.html
This way you can setup to do the backup automatically every period (daily, weekly, etc.)
But to do a backup you might need to also have your network setup.
8. On Mandrake Control Center you go to your Mount Point option and select Set Samba Mount Points. This will make all your computers on your network show up and you can start get the folders from the shared files.
Make the mount points and put this folders on the backup tool and then automatically you wil back up your whole network with no issue.
Thats all.
February 25, 2006, at 06:45 PM
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IE7 is a no-go for me. I can’t get it down to one slim tool bar. Back to IE6
BTW, I have set up IE6 to set up to be worry free with the host file and security settings.
Were you on the what’s his name On Computers show with John what’s his name on KNBR? The station went sports, the show is now a web cast with a character called Alaska Joe (a kind of Jeff Levy type except listenable) and Gina, well, what up wit dat?!
February 25, 2006, at 05:09 PM
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Regarding Earthlink/DSL in Mission Viejo; Cable TV/ISP in that area can also provide telephone service. Residential switch was seamless.
As mentioned, DSL Reports should give useful information.
February 25, 2006, at 03:07 PM
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Disregard my last question - I figured it out. I just needed to choose “System Audio” in AirFoil and it now pipes all the system audio events to my AirPort Express. AirFoil is a great tool!
February 25, 2006, at 03:03 PM
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Greetings - does anyone know how to load the streaming audio show in Media Player for the Mac, so I can use “AirFoil” http://www.rogueamoeba.com/airfoil/ and listen to the show on my stereo using my Airport Express?
February 25, 2006, at 02:37 PM
by TastesLikeLead - clean up
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Last week a caller was looking for a device that would allow them to push a prerecorded message onto other recording devices. Well the little device below will allow one to not only record a 2 way phone conversation but also play a prerecorded or audio output back via the phone.
TEC220 Phone Recorder Switch from Philmore Electronics
Note: While it is labeled with Play and Record switch settings
Telephone equipment will vary in some locations and the switch
may need to be reversed on the TEC 220 for recording or listening.
Test the installation immediately after connection to ensure proper
slide switch positon for you equipment and needs. In otherwords
Play might be Record and likewise Record might be Play.
I know I needed to do this for my situation but it works great.
TEC220 Recorded switch for telephone handset.
Plays back thru phone. 1/8 plug.
It is available at Fry’s Electronics and also online at Outpost.com
Item:1926543 $6.99
http://shop4.outpost.com/product/1926543?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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February 25, 2006, at 02:30 PM
by Andrew - Tivo2Go is Included in your Tivo Subscription.
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There is no fee for the Tivo2Go here is a quote from the Tivo website;
“Q:Do I need to pay for TiVoToGo?
Transferring shows to your PC for viewing or storing is a service that is included in your TiVo service subscription fee. There is no additional fee for this capability. All you need to do is download the TiVo Desktop software to get started.”
Of Course you will need a home network and a Tivo Series 2 with software version 7.1 or higher Visit Tivo.com to find out how to tell which version you have.
To burn DVDs of our favorite shows with your PC DVD burner, you will need to purchase the Sonic MyDVD software. Download the 15-day FREE trial of the Sonic MyDVD software today!
February 25, 2006, at 02:20 PM
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TELEPHONE RECORDER AND PLAYBACK SWITCH DEVICE
Last week a caller was looking for a device that would allow them to push a prerecorded message onto other recording devices. Well the little device below will allow one to not only record a 2 way phone conversation but also play a prerecorded or audio output back via the phone.
TEC220 Phone Recorder Switch from Philmore Electronics
Note: While it is labeled with Play and Record switch settings
Telephone equipment will vary in some locations and the switch
may need to be reversed on the TEC 220 for recording or listening.
Test the installation immediately after connection to ensure proper
slide switch positon for you equipment and needs. In otherwords
Play might be Record and likewise Record might be Play.
I know I needed to do this for my situation but it works great.
TEC220 Recorded switch for telephone handset.
Plays back thru phone. 1/8 plug.
It is available at Fry’s Electronics and also online at Outpost.com
Item:1926543 $6.99
http://shop4.outpost.com/product/1926543?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
February 25, 2006, at 02:06 PM
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Todays Program brought to you and Paid For By Apple Computer and iPod Company the checks in the Mail, Leo
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February 25, 2006, at 02:02 PM
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(Summary of Todays Censored Postings): Wiki word: laser
Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Tell us it isnt so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
Zero-day exploit (Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware OSX/Oomp-A discovered effects seem innocuous
12:41 by Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Say it Isnt So Leo?? More Apple Flaws!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:00 AM PST
Compliments of MacFixIt.com
MacBook Pro (#7): Sound quality right speaker seems worse, certain apps affected
Sound quality right speaker seems worse Users continue to report poor sound quality from the MacBook Pro under a variety of circumstances.
Mark Qandil reports that, in his case, the issue may be restricted to certain applications. He writes:
The only noticeable issue so far is the sound quality. There is something else going on with the sound other than just hardware. I had no luck adjusting the equalizer in iTunes, as changes did not do anything. After 30 minutes I was able to adjust. The sound quality while using non apple applications such as VLC, or MPlayer sounds so much better than sounds from iTunes, or QuickTime player and even better than my G4 15″ 1.67 powerbook. Somehow it appears sound issue is related to apple applications.
Meanwhile, users continue to note that the right speaker sounds significantly worse than the left speaker.
MacFixIt reader Jordan writes:
I have a MacBook Pro 2.0GHZ and I definitely noticed a sound quality issue exactly as described here. Distortion in the right speaker noticeable at louder volumes.
George Kopp corroborates:
My MacBook Pro speakers exhibit the same behavior. The Left speaker sounds normal but the right speaker is tinny and weak. Overall, the volume of the speakers seems less than my G4 PowerBook too.
David Schloss has a simple way for users to demonstrate the right-speaker distortion problem. He writes:
I wanted to report Im also experiencing the speaker issue with the MacBook Pro. Its my right speaker as well. A simple test of this is to open up Adium with the Tokyo Train Station soundset on. This soundset uses a tone that rings using stereo, so its right, left, right. You can hear the distorted speaker clearly when doing this.
Some users have found that turning the volume down slightly reduced distorion. One reader writes:
When I first played a tune from one of my playlists I too got slightly distorted sound from my right-hand speaker but on closer inspection I realized that the volume was turned up fully. After adjusting it down a notch every thing was nice and clear. Im not sure this distortion can be described the fault of the MacBook Pro or typical with small speaker systems. My experience with the small speaker systems on laptops is that on full volume you get some distortion.
Previous coverage:
◦ MacBook Pro (#5): Notes from service manual; Poor sound quality; more
◦ MacBook Pro #4: FireWire 800 cards for ExpressCard/34 slot on the way
◦ MacBook Pro #3: Ship date; Lack of third-party adapters; Adding a FireWire 800 port; ExpressCard issues
◦ MacBook Pro (#2): SuperDrive apparently not dual-layer; S-Video out gone; No internal modem
12:44 by Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Funny no one EVER hears about these kinda problems with Gateways, HPs, Compaqs, Toshibas, Fujitsus, Acers, Dells, IBMs, Sony Vaios, etc. etc.
February 25, 2006, at 02:01 PM
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(Summary of Todays Censored Postings): Wiki word: laser
Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Tell us it isnt so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
Zero-day exploit (Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware OSX/Oomp-A discovered effects seem innocuous
12:41 by Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Say it Isnt So Leo?? More Apple Flaws!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:00 AM PST
Compliments of MacFixIt.com
MacBook Pro (#7): Sound quality right speaker seems worse, certain apps affected
Sound quality right speaker seems worse Users continue to report poor sound quality from the MacBook Pro under a variety of circumstances.
Mark Qandil reports that, in his case, the issue may be restricted to certain applications. He writes:
The only noticeable issue so far is the sound quality. There is something else going on with the sound other than just hardware. I had no luck adjusting the equalizer in iTunes, as changes did not do anything. After 30 minutes I was able to adjust. The sound quality while using non apple applications such as VLC, or MPlayer sounds so much better than sounds from iTunes, or QuickTime player and even better than my G4 15″ 1.67 powerbook. Somehow it appears sound issue is related to apple applications.
Meanwhile, users continue to note that the right speaker sounds significantly worse than the left speaker.
MacFixIt reader Jordan writes:
I have a MacBook Pro 2.0GHZ and I definitely noticed a sound quality issue exactly as described here. Distortion in the right speaker noticeable at louder volumes.
George Kopp corroborates:
My MacBook Pro speakers exhibit the same behavior. The Left speaker sounds normal but the right speaker is tinny and weak. Overall, the volume of the speakers seems less than my G4 PowerBook too.
David Schloss has a simple way for users to demonstrate the right-speaker distortion problem. He writes:
I wanted to report Im also experiencing the speaker issue with the MacBook Pro. Its my right speaker as well. A simple test of this is to open up Adium with the Tokyo Train Station soundset on. This soundset uses a tone that rings using stereo, so its right, left, right. You can hear the distorted speaker clearly when doing this.
Some users have found that turning the volume down slightly reduced distorion. One reader writes:
When I first played a tune from one of my playlists I too got slightly distorted sound from my right-hand speaker but on closer inspection I realized that the volume was turned up fully. After adjusting it down a notch every thing was nice and clear. Im not sure this distortion can be described the fault of the MacBook Pro or typical with small speaker systems. My experience with the small speaker systems on laptops is that on full volume you get some distortion.
Previous coverage:
◦ MacBook Pro (#5): Notes from service manual; Poor sound quality; more
◦ MacBook Pro #4: FireWire 800 cards for ExpressCard/34 slot on the way
◦ MacBook Pro #3: Ship date; Lack of third-party adapters; Adding a FireWire 800 port; ExpressCard issues
◦ MacBook Pro (#2): SuperDrive apparently not dual-layer; S-Video out gone; No internal modem
12:44 by Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Funny no one EVER hears about these kinda problems with Gateways, HPs, Compaqs, Toshibas, Fujitsus, Acers, Dells, IBMs, Sony Vaios, etc. etc.
February 25, 2006, at 02:00 PM
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Todays Program brought to you and Paid For By Apple Computer and iPod Company the checks in the Mail, Leo
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PCmover from Laplink http://www.laplink.com/products/pcmover/overview.asp
Move All Your Programs, Files and Settings to a New PC
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PCmover lets you move all of your applications, data files, and even registry settings to another PC, and even from old operating systems to newer ones!
Easy PC Migration
Simply install PCmover on both computers and go! PCmover will determine what files and settings need to be moved. You dont even have to tell PCmover which applications to move or know the location of your programs or files.
With the PCmover Wizard, your transfer is accomplished with just a few clicks. When the transfer is complete, you are ready to use your new computer with all of its pre-installed software as well as your familiar applications, data files, and settings.
PCmover does not overwrite the new system like a cloning or imaging utility does and it does not change the old PC in any way. PCmover only transfers and merges entries from the old PC into the new PC.
PCmover is not designed to move data from newer operating systems to older operating systems. For example, we do not recommend attempting to transfer programs and data from a PC running Windows XP to a PC running Windows 98 and doing so may render your system unbootable
Key Features
Move your programs, file and settings over a network connection, Laplink parallel cable, Laplink USB 1.1 cable or using removable media such as a CD-R or DVD-R
Easy to use wizard interface
Create custom rules with the PCmover Control Center
Undo any transfer
Transfer from your old operating system to a newer one
February 25, 2006, at 01:55 PM
by Leo -
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QDieter in Mission Viejo - switching DSL providers
Earthlink says it will take three weeks. This might be true. The ILEC often takes its sweet time converting the line - I suspect it’s to discourage people from switching from their service - but you could order a second line, get DSL service on that line then cancel the old provider.
He runs www.loantactics.com
QPam in Pennsylvania - setting up a Linux fileserver
She needs simple instructions. What about this article?
QJerry in Tustin - recovering programs from an old drive
It’s tricky. I don’t know of any automated way to move the applications over.
February 25, 2006, at 01:53 PM
by kirker -
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I would use CentOS 4.0, which is like Fedora Core, or basically RedHat Linux Enterprise Edition. It’s rock solid, and everthing works. That’s all I use now is CentOS 4.2.
The OpenFiler project would work well for you, but requires more knowledge to setup. Openfiler will automatically make snap shots of your shared data, that can be accessed any time, like a tape backup. It’s built on CentOS 3.0.
Your better off paying someone $200 for Professional Linux setup that covers everything.
It doesn’t matter whether you using Server 2003, or Linux, they both have the same learning curve.
February 25, 2006, at 01:51 PM
by Dave -
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In regards to the jumper setting for an external laptop hardrive, and forgive me if I missed something—I just got back to the radio. When I got an external harddrive, my computer couldn’t see it, so I thought it was a jumber setting. It turns out, I just had to go to disc mananagement, and assign the new drive a drive letter.
P.S. Sorry Leo for not listening to your whole show…I’m building a new computer with an Athlon X2 dual core :-)
February 25, 2006, at 01:49 PM
by TastesLikeLead -
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Todays Program brought to you and Paid For By Apple Computer and iPod Company the checks in the Mail, Leo
February 25, 2006, at 01:49 PM
by mario massens massensgmailcom -
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13:49 by .
Leo,
After much research in the area of Linux distros, the best one for the lady that wants to set it up as a windows file server would probably be Xandros. Ubuntu would be an excellent second choice, but nothing beats Xandros for a newbie.
It would get her up and running in no time. No headaches.
Regards,
Mario
February 25, 2006, at 01:48 PM
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(Summary of Todays Censored Postings):
Tell us it isnt so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
Zero-day exploit (Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware OSX/Oomp-A discovered
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My old Dell computer is dying!! HELP! What’s a good external back up for 80GB?
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(Summary of Todays Censored Postings):
Tell us it isnt so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
Zero-day exploit (Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware OSX/Oomp-A discovered
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SME Server is a free download for File server, firewall, web hosting. I have been playing with this this week. It is Web based setup and admin, just like a router. Check it out.
http://contribs.org/modules/news/
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For a file-serving linux machine, I would recommend NASLite (http://www.serverelements.com/). It does Samba and FTP and the download fits on a floppy.
February 25, 2006, at 01:42 PM
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yes and no. It’s up to you. Practice safe computing, and you won’t have to worry about viruses and worms. Be careful of MalWare. Remember, one of the first people who jumped on the bandwagon are Anti-Virus Companies. They have the interest of selling Anti-Virus Software.
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Remember, one of the first people who jumped on the bandwagon are Anti-Virus Company. They have the interest of selling Anti-Virus Software.’‘’
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yes and no. It’s up to you. Practice safe computing, and you won’t have to worry about viruses and worms. Be careful of MalWare. Remember, one of the first people who jumped on the bandwagon are Anti-Virus Company. They have the interest of selling Anti-Virus Software.
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‘’‘yes and no. It’s up to you. Practice safe computing, and you won’t have to worry about viruses and worms. Be careful of MalWare.
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(Summary of Todays Censored Postings): Wiki word: laser
Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Tell us it isnt so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
Zero-day exploit (Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware OSX/Oomp-A discovered effects seem innocuous
February 25, 2006, at 01:24 PM
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(Summary of Todays Censored Postings): Wiki word: laser
Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Tell us it isnt so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
Zero-day exploit (Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware OSX/Oomp-A discovered effects seem innocuous
February 25, 2006, at 01:23 PM
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Ya see, Mac ZEALOTS REALLY HATE when the truth is told … it’s just like communism, the TRUTH can only hurt when it
s NOT SUPRESSED.
Right Commisar Laporte?
13:23 by Rob?.
Why do mac people delete our posts? I have said nothing wrong or incorrect.
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13:23 by Rob?.
Why do mac people delete our posts? I have said nothing wrong or incorrect.
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Ya see, Mac ZEALOTS REALLY HATE when the truth is told … it’s just like communism, the TRUTH can only hurt when it
s NOT SUPRESSED.
Right Commisar Laporte?
February 25, 2006, at 01:22 PM
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13:15 by Rob?.
Mac is not any safer then windows.
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Stupid behavior will get you in trouble no matter what OS you use. The only thing with Windows is that there’s much more opprotunity *to* get into trouble with said stupid behaviors.
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It’s the Mac Zealots that plague this site with MISINFORMATION
Stupid behavior will get you in trouble no matter what OS you use. The only thing with Windows is that there’s much more opprotunity *to* get into trouble with said stupid behaviors.
13:21 by Rob?.
Very true Janet
Here ya GO!
(Summary of Todays Censored Postings): Wiki word: laser
Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Tell us it isnt so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
Zero-day exploit (Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware OSX/Oomp-A discovered effects seem innocuous
February 25, 2006, at 01:21 PM
by Curious Minds Want to Know -
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Here ya GO!
(Summary of Todays Censored Postings): Wiki word: laser
Curious Minds Want to Know?.
Tell us it isnt so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
Zero-day exploit (Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware OSX/Oomp-A discovered effects seem innocuous
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13:21 by Rob?.
Very true Janet
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and what do you have to back your statement?
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Stupid behavior will get you in trouble no matter what OS you use. The only thing with Windows is that there’s much more opprotunity *to* get into trouble with said stupid behaviors.
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It’s the Mac Zealots that plague this site with MISINFORMATION
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and what do you have to back your statement?
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13:15 by Rob?.
Mac is not any safer then windows.
February 25, 2006, at 01:14 PM
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to treat each other with respect?.
C’mon, it’s not that bad!
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Brent, I use a headset bluetooth or wired most of the time, plus speakerphone is good also. But no one device works for all and for some the ipod is it
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Brent, I use a headset bluetooth or wired most of the time, plus speakerphone is good also. But no one device works for all and for some the ipod is it
>>>>>>>
13:13 by Rob?.
Mac is not any safer then windows. Just tell the truth!!
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13:13 by Rob?.
Mac is not any safer then windows. Just tell the truth!!
February 25, 2006, at 01:12 PM
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Check out my webcam featuring an aquarium made from a Macintosh G4 Cube computer case:
http://lanfiles.williams.edu/~mrichar2
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Check out my webcam featuring an aquarium made from a Macintosh G4 Cube computer case:
http://lanfiles.williams.edu/~mrichar2
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I upgraded to IE7 about 2 weeks ago on my laptop, it still lets in spyware. I normally use firefox, after using IE7 using normal browsing habits for 2 weeks my spyware scanners showed about a 200% increase in tracking cookies and other mild spyware. IE7 is better then 6 but still needs work
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I upgraded to IE7 about 2 weeks ago on my laptop, it still lets in spyware. I normally use firefox, after using IE7 using normal browsing habits for 2 weeks my spyware scanners showed about a 200% increase in tracking cookies and other mild spyware. IE7 is better then 6 but still needs work
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AOL also has the poorest customer service possible. They only give out a number with the free disks they mail out and if you call the “Voice Rcognition” system doesn’t. DSL Extreme dial up is a bargain at $9.95 a month with the same kind of support as the DSL subscribers get.
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Tell us it isn’t so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
Provided by MacFixIt.com
Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
“Zero-day exploit” (“Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts”) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ ”Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts” vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for “Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts” vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) — not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware “OSX/Oomp-A” discovered — effects seem innocuous
Ya - OS X viruses are taking over the world.. compare the score of OS X viruses to Windows malware here:
http://grownupgeek.blogspot.com/2006/02/apple-os-x-viruses-take-over-world.html
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I can understand wanting to get people to stop using IE6 but recommending people to upgrade to IE7 beta 2 I think is a bit premature. Especially a beta from Microsoft. They have a very poor track record of upgrading from beta to release versions. That and IE’s inability to uninstall may leave many stranded and requiring a full O/S reinstall to correct. I think that MS’s recommended target for this release (Developers and IT Pros) makes sense.
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AOL also has the poorest customer service possible. They only give out a number with the free disks they mail out and if you call the “Voice Rcognition” system doesn’t. DSL Extreme dial up is a bargain at $9.95 a month with the same kind of support as the DSL subscribers get.
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11:40 by anonymous.
We had AOL for DSL and liked it a LOT better than SBC. (Then again, SBC in Illinois, at least our area, isn’t anything to write home about, except letters of frusteration.)
—Janet
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I can understand wanting to get people to stop using IE6 but recommending people to upgrade to IE7 beta 2 I think is a bit premature. Especially a beta from Microsoft. They have a very poor track record of upgrading from beta to release versions. That and IE’s inability to uninstall may leave many stranded and requiring a full O/S reinstall to correct. I think that MS’s recommended target for this release (Developers and IT Pros) makes sense.
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I think AOL is also taking advantage of dial-up people who have no other choices.
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We had AOL for DSL and liked it a LOT better than SBC. (Then again, SBC in Illinois, at least our area, isn’t anything to write home about, except letters of frusteration.)
—Janet
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I think AOL is also taking advantage of dial-up people who have no other choices.
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that last caller had a website…was it cyberdorks.com? It went by fast, not sure I caught it right…
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Leo didn’t go to CES because no one would pay him to go and pay for everything. Besides, Apple was a small fry, as they should be, at CES.
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doug, that’s what he said his podcast was, but obviously that is not the site.
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11:52 by anonymous.
I was going to instal IE7 Beta 2 Preview, but after reading the release notes I changed my mind. Leo, I don’t think you should recomend IE7 just yet because first of all, it is in beta and many people don’t understand that betas can cause problems and aren’t perfect. Also, there are many newbies who listen to the show, and judging by all the problems mentioned in the release notes, this beta is rather advanced.
Just my thaughts
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that last caller had a website…was it cyberdorks.com? It went by fast, not sure I caught it right…
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thanhs brent, I will search iTunes
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“Leo didnt go to CES because no one would pay him to go and pay for everything. Besides, Apple was a small fry, as they should be, at CES.”
My company would have picked up the tab for me to go but I, like Leo, decided that there is very little value anymore in attending CES in person. Unless you HAVE to go (i.e. you are a vendor or are courting a large customer) you can stay productive by not going to LV and STILL get any and all info via the web. You don’t get a bag full of crap, however :).
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I wouldn’t buy an ipod and later than about 1 month after one has been released, because you know in a few more months they will be coming out with the latest and greatest. I am holding on to my 4th gen. 20 gig monochrome until it dies.
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doug, that’s what he said his podcast was, but obviously that is not the sight.
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the url is www.thecyberdorks.com - this is the site that Scott from LV mentioned.
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I agree, I am a Windows users and right now have no intention of switching to a Mac, but I don’t think is a bad idea for new users to use Macs. It makes it a little easier to learn what computers are all about without some of the headaches that Windows brings.
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The Sony PSP was THERE OVER a year ago! Cinema aspect ratio screen, higher resolution, builtin wireless, web browsing, music playablity, video playback, REAL MOVIES, gaming, exchangable BATTERY and Flash RAM to 2GB ($79.00)!
The iPud is sooo old thing. Apple, NOT the Innovator again!
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I am a new convert and would like to know if there is a place on this site for us pc converts
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11:52 by anonymous.
I was going to instal IE7 Beta 2 Preview, but after reading the release notes I changed my mind. Leo, I don’t think you should recomend IE7 just yet because first of all, it is in beta and many people don’t understand that betas can cause problems and aren’t perfect. Also, there are many newbies who listen to the show, and judging by all the problems mentioned in the release notes, this beta is rather advanced.
Just my thaughts
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12:09 by anonymous.
This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at href=“http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”>
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thanhs brent, I will search iTunes
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12:33 by anonymous.
Re that caller from Australia:
They have ADSL2 and we in the USA do not! Just another example of other countries surging ahead of the USA in internet delivery to the consumer.
The internet has become the vital circulation system for information delivery.
The USA is like an old person with hardening of the arteries. Were dying and don’t even know it.
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I wouldn’t buy an ipod and later than about 1 month after one has been released, because you know in a few more months they will be coming out with the latest and greatest. I am holding on to my 4th gen. 20 gig monochrome until it dies.
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That is because the sound on these systems frequently suck on both speakers equaly
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the url is www.thecyberdorks.com - this is the site that Scott from LV mentioned.
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Hey Leo, thanks for giving us real techinical information, as opposed to dumbed down versions like Jeff Levy on 1070. Keep up the good work.
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I agree, I am a Windows users and right now have no intention of switching to a Mac, but I don’t think is a bad idea for new users to use Macs. It makes it a little easier to learn what computers are all about without some of the headaches that Windows brings.
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is there anything like senuti for PC?
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I am a new convert and would like to know if there is a place on this site for us pc converts
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I am just trying to point out some things, and “ipud” is just plain wrong. I like the Treo, but would rather have a smaller phone, plus I use my palm while on the phone for notes, Excel spreadsheet, to do’s etc. (To me it seems like that would be hard to do with the Treo) And for entertainment I still think you can’t beat the ipod. I don’t have the video one, and don’t need it, so maybe the PS2 is better, I don’t know.
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This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at href=“http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”>
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to treat each other with respect?.
C’mon, it’s not that bad!
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12:33 by anonymous.
Re that caller from Australia:
They have ADSL2 and we in the USA do not! Just another example of other countries surging ahead of the USA in internet delivery to the consumer.
The internet has become the vital circulation system for information delivery.
The USA is like an old person with hardening of the arteries. Were dying and don’t even know it.
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Brent, I use a headset bluetooth or wired most of the time, plus speakerphone is good also. But no one device works for all and for some the ipod is it
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Hey Leo, thanks for giving us real techinical information, as opposed to dumbed down versions like Jeff Levy on 1070. Keep up the good work.
is there anything like senuti for PC?
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I am just trying to point out some things, and “ipud” is just plain wrong. I like the Treo, but would rather have a smaller phone, plus I use my palm while on the phone for notes, Excel spreadsheet, to do’s etc. (To me it seems like that would be hard to do with the Treo) And for entertainment I still think you can’t beat the ipod. I don’t have the video one, and don’t need it, so maybe the PS2 is better, I don’t know.
to treat each other with respect?.
C’mon, it’s not that bad!
Brent, I use a headset bluetooth or wired most of the time, plus speakerphone is good also. But no one device works for all and for some the ipod is it
February 25, 2006, at 01:10 PM
by TastesLikeLead - Clean Up Trolls, Flames, and nonesense
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Where’s the 60GB PSP? Yeah, I thought so.
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the url is www.thecyberdorks.com - this is the site that Scott from LV mentioned.
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lol, oepapel, ipud? come on! The thing has changed the computer and music industry!
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I agree, I am a Windows users and right now have no intention of switching to a Mac, but I don’t think is a bad idea for new users to use Macs. It makes it a little easier to learn what computers are all about without some of the headaches that Windows brings.
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the url is www.thecyberdorks.com - this is the site that Scott from LV mentioned.
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11:58 by anonymous.
If you don’t like Apple, you don’t have to flame Leo just because he recomends it to new users. Personally, I think Macs are better for newbies and Windows is probably better for advanced techies. I’m not a big fan of Apple myself, but I don’t go flaming people just because they like Apple.
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12:09 by anonymous.
This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at href=“http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”>
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I agree, I am a Windows users and right now have no intention of switching to a Mac, but I don’t think is a bad idea for new users to use Macs. It makes it a little easier to learn what computers are all about without some of the headaches that Windows brings.
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12:33 by anonymous.
Re that caller from Australia:
They have ADSL2 and we in the USA do not! Just another example of other countries surging ahead of the USA in internet delivery to the consumer.
The internet has become the vital circulation system for information delivery.
The USA is like an old person with hardening of the arteries. Were dying and don’t even know it.
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@Brent…
My previous comment was in response to “Been There Done That”. The PSP is a good device but it’s lack of capacity is what keeps it from being an iPod Video killer. If the PSP had 60GB capacity then it would be a serious contender. The fact that only UMD discs get the full screen resolution (video on MemoryStick has to be lower resolution to play) is also a big letdown.
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All of the UNIX SysAdmins at work have switched to OSX, so Apples aren’t just for noobs…
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Hey Leo, thanks for giving us real techinical information, as opposed to dumbed down versions like Jeff Levy on 1070. Keep up the good work.
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12:09 by anonymous.
This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at href=“http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”>
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I am just trying to point out some things, and “ipud” is just plain wrong. I like the Treo, but would rather have a smaller phone, plus I use my palm while on the phone for notes, Excel spreadsheet, to do’s etc. (To me it seems like that would be hard to do with the Treo) And for entertainment I still think you can’t beat the ipod. I don’t have the video one, and don’t need it, so maybe the PS2 is better, I don’t know.
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Oh oepapel, there is already an accessory 5GB 1″ HDD ($199 list) that slips in to UMD slot! Guess you’re just as behind the times with the tech world as you are with uses an iPud! Where’s your slip in replacable battery or interchangable FLASH??? Full length movies?? REAL games???? Huh huh huh??
Also guess it’s pretty hard on the eyes SQUINTING at the itsy bitsy teenie weenie little low resolution LCD, huh???
Bwah ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ……
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to treat each other with respect?.
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Ps oepapel, I’ve MOVED full length movies with Freeware software to as 1GB MemoryStick Pro Duo flash and they ARE AT FULL RESOLUTION …. so once again, you’re full of it!
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to oepapel: I was agreeing with you, and laughing at your comment re: 60 gb.
Only $199 for a 5gb memory stick!!!
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Brent, I use a headset bluetooth or wired most of the time, plus speakerphone is good also. But no one device works for all and for some the ipod is it
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“Oh oepapel, there is already an accessory 5GB 1 HDD ($199 list) “
So for 60GB, I only need to pay the low price of $2400? Yeah, What a deal. I should snap it up right now!. As for full length movies, I can convert any DVD to iPod video and can easily store 100 DVD’s on my iPod. And I don’t have to pay a premium for the privilege like those UMD movies.
12:19 by anonymous.
I didn’t say Apple was FOR newbies, I said it was BETTER than Windows for newbies because of security measures that have to be taken when using Windows.
@Been There Done That,
I’m glad they solved the lower res problem. I hadn’t heard about it. So now, I only need 30 x 2GB Memory Sticks ($79 each, according to you). Hey, that’s only $2370! It’s $30 bucks cheaper than 12 5GB HD’s. The prices are amazing! I’m rushing out to the Sony store now…
I have a couple of each (Winows and Mac) and like them both. I practice “Computational Diversity”… “Can’t we all just get a long?”
to oepapel, Brent, & Been there dont that.
Ya’ll are all off base. get a Treo! expandiable memory, full length videos, mp3′s streaming video and music, internet and phone all in one device, not perfect but closer then anything out there now.
@Wild West PC
I’ll ask you the same question. Where’s the 60GB Treo? No solution that forces me to take a drop in storage (or pay a fortune for more storage) is going to convince me.
12:33 by anonymous.
Re that caller from Australia:
They have ADSL2 and we in the USA do not! Just another example of other countries surging ahead of the USA in internet delivery to the consumer.
The internet has become the vital circulation system for information delivery.
The USA is like an old person with hardening of the arteries. Were dying and don’t even know it.
“oepapel”, you are truely an idiot and a typical Apple Kool Aid Drinker. Avoid the OTHER facts and go for the extremes.
So by YOUR math anyone that doesn’t want to carry around an iPud 60GB BRICK and want an Nano, they’ll need to buy SIXTY 1GB Nano’s for $8,940 DOLLARS!!??? Hmmm, the Sony is cheaper!!
Guess I’ll take the Sony PSP, which Sony has announced MemStick Pro Duo stick at 32GB by year end!
And PS, you’re WRONG AGAIN … Sony NEVER had low resolution problem, but that NEVER stops you Apple Kool Aid Drinkers for making up stuff (who needs facts!)
What’s the itsy bitsy teenie weenie little low resolution LCD on a ViPud, huh???
@Wild West PC, ask oepapel how he makes call on his iPud, or watches FULL LENGTH Movies, or plays REAL games, or surfs the Internet …
This Twit won’t answer except for his moron response “where’s the 60 GB HD ….” wait till his battery dies!
Bwah ha ha ha ha ha ……
Oepapel: Thats the wonderful thing about living in this day, you need 60g for music and video but not phone, organizer, internet, or such. I need those things but not the single storage space (got my laptop)Ani’t technologie GREAT!
Say it Isn’t So Leo?? More Apple Flaws!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:00 AM PST
Compliments of MacFixIt.com
MacBook Pro (#7): Sound quality — right speaker seems worse, certain apps affected
Sound quality — right speaker seems worse Users continue to report poor sound quality from the MacBook Pro under a variety of circumstances.
Mark Qandil reports that, in his case, the issue may be restricted to certain applications. He writes:
“The only noticeable issue so far is the sound quality. There is something else going on with the sound other than just hardware. I had no luck adjusting the equalizer in iTunes, as changes did not do anything. After 30 minutes I was able to adjust. The sound quality while using non apple applications such as VLC, or MPlayer sounds so much better than sounds from iTunes, or QuickTime player and even better than my G4 15″ 1.67 powerbook. Somehow it appears sound issue is related to apple applications.”
Meanwhile, users continue to note that the right speaker sounds significantly worse than the left speaker.
MacFixIt reader Jordan writes:
“I have a MacBook Pro 2.0GHZ and I definitely noticed a sound quality issue exactly as described here. Distortion in the right speaker noticeable at louder volumes.”
George Kopp corroborates:
“My MacBook Pro speakers exhibit the same behavior. The Left speaker sounds normal but the right speaker is tinny and weak. Overall, the volume of the speakers seems less than my G4 PowerBook too.”
David Schloss has a simple way for users to demonstrate the right-speaker distortion problem. He writes:
“I wanted to report I’m also experiencing the speaker issue with the MacBook Pro. It’s my right speaker as well. A simple test of this is to open up Adium with the Tokyo Train Station soundset on. This soundset uses a tone that rings using stereo, so it’s right, left, right. You can hear the distorted speaker clearly when doing this.”
Some users have found that turning the volume down slightly reduced distorion. One reader writes:
“When I first played a tune from one of my playlists I too got slightly distorted sound from my right-hand speaker but on closer inspection I realized that the volume was turned up fully. After adjusting it down a notch every thing was nice and clear. I’m not sure this ‘distortion’ can be described the fault of the MacBook Pro or typical with small speaker systems. My experience with the small speaker systems on laptops is that on full volume you get some distortion.”
Previous coverage:
◦ MacBook Pro (#5): Notes from service manual; Poor sound quality; more
◦ MacBook Pro #4: FireWire 800 cards for ExpressCard/34 slot on the way
◦ MacBook Pro #3: Ship date; Lack of third-party adapters; Adding a FireWire 800 port; ExpressCard issues
◦ MacBook Pro (#2): SuperDrive apparently not dual-layer; S-Video out gone; No internal modem
Funny no one EVER hears about these kinda problems with Gateway’s, HP’s, Compaq’s, Toshiba’s, Fujitsu’s, Acer’s, Dell’s, IBM’s, Sony Vaio’s, etc. etc.
“oepapel, you are truely an idiot and a typical Apple Kool Aid Drinker. Avoid the OTHER facts and go for the extremes.”
It’s not extreme to expect a new device to have AT LEAST as good specs as my existing device. To me, capacity is a big factor. Would I like better resolution? Yes. Maybe there will be a better iPod available tuesday.
I’m not trying to get you to stop using a PSP. YOU, on the other hand, are telling me that I’m crazy for using an iPod. I’m not disparaging you but the PSP will not work for me. Show me otherwise. A nano won’t work for me either.
As for the low res problem, It did exist at one time. A friend of mine returned his PSP for that very reason. The Sony sales guy confirmed it as a problem. I’ll take your word for it that it is no longer the case but stop trying to rewrite history.
For the record, I’m looking into an Archos player so I’m not “drinking the Koolaid” as you so eloquently put it. If anything, I’d say you have had a sip or two of the Sony Koolaid.
I don’t understand why everyone has to encourage this flame war on here all the time. Apples are computers too, ALL computers have problems. Why do people get so upset over the fact that other people like other things? Leo happens to like Apple, others like PC. Who cares? We are all different, and we all like different stuff, why make large posts about how much different things suck? Enough already!!!
That is because the sound on these systems frequently suck on both speakers equaly
This is my first time on this site….do you people always argue?
I hope that people will stop fighting, it makes a site less fun to visit. If I want to listen or read fighting, I will watch my neighbors.
I’m with Tage. Take it to IM or e-mail, peoples.
“This is my first time on this site.do you people always argue?”
This site seems to attract Zealots who can’t bear to hear that their device or software of choice has limitations even though they are the first to list them in others. Normally I ignore them. I’ll take the blame for suffering to argue with them. I always hope that it’s just a misunderstanding but, alas, Zealots seldom relent.
Hey Leo, thanks for giving us real techinical information, as opposed to dumbed down versions like Jeff Levy on 1070. Keep up the good work.
This is my last time on this site…..I like listening to Leo but this is a waste of time.
is there anything like senuti for PC?
I am just trying to point out some things, and “ipud” is just plain wrong. I like the Treo, but would rather have a smaller phone, plus I use my palm while on the phone for notes, Excel spreadsheet, to do’s etc. (To me it seems like that would be hard to do with the Treo) And for entertainment I still think you can’t beat the ipod. I don’t have the video one, and don’t need it, so maybe the PS2 is better, I don’t know.
to treat each other with respect?.
C’mon, it’s not that bad!
Brent, I use a headset bluetooth or wired most of the time, plus speakerphone is good also. But no one device works for all and for some the ipod is it
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Brent, I use a headset bluetooth or wired most of the time, plus speakerphone is good also. But no one device works for all and for some the ipod is it
February 25, 2006, at 01:10 PM
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Her old copy of Spybot is not downloading updates. I’d get the latest version from www.safer-networking.org. I also recommend the free Microsoft Defender anti-spyware.
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Her old copy of Spybot is not downloading updates. I’d get the latest version from www.safer-networking.org. I also recommend the free Microsoft Defender anti-spyware.
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to treat each other with respect?.
C’mon, it’s not that bad!
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QIan in Australia - Assigning drive letters to USB
(He’s using Asterisk@home to call over the internet from down under and it works great!) Open the Computer Management console, click Drive Management, and then assign drives to those removable devices. The next time you connect it should remember the assignments.
QCallee in Orange County - sitcom podcast
She produces a sitcom called “Up In Smoke” from www.cigarvideopodcast.com. Some viewers are complaining that they’re getting short files. I had no problem - tell them to try again! She seems to be doing everything right.
Q Lori in Carlsbad - my email is being blocked by SORBS!
You can appeal to SORBS but I’d recommend finding a new web host with an IP address that isn’t blocked by anti-spam services.
QMark in Los Angeles - using the USB port on a series 2 Tivo
I don’t think you can use it to set up a network unless you pay for Tivo2Go, but if anyone knows how you’ll find the information on the Dealdatabase forums.
QAllen in Dana Point - backing up the iPod
Senuti is free and does a great job, but it doesn’t copy playlists. Fortunately iPodRip does - but it’s limited to 10 uses. It’s only $15 to buy though.
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I am just trying to point out some things, and “ipud” is just plain wrong. I like the Treo, but would rather have a smaller phone, plus I use my palm while on the phone for notes, Excel spreadsheet, to do’s etc. (To me it seems like that would be hard to do with the Treo) And for entertainment I still think you can’t beat the ipod. I don’t have the video one, and don’t need it, so maybe the PS2 is better, I don’t know.
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is there anything like senuti for PC?
February 25, 2006, at 01:02 PM
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This is my last time on this site…..I like listening to Leo but this is a waste of time.
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Hey Leo, thanks for giving us real techinical information, as opposed to dumbed down versions like Jeff Levy on 1070. Keep up the good work.
February 25, 2006, at 12:56 PM
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“This is my first time on this site.do you people always argue?”
This site seems to attract Zealots who can’t bear to hear that their device or software of choice has limitations even though they are the first to list them in others. Normally I ignore them. I’ll take the blame for suffering to argue with them. I always hope that it’s just a misunderstanding but, alas, Zealots seldom relent.
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I’m with Tage. Take it to IM or e-mail, peoples.
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I hope that people will stop fighting, it makes a site less fun to visit. If I want to listen or read fighting, I will watch my neighbors.
February 25, 2006, at 12:51 PM
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This is my first time on this site….do you people always argue?
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That is because the sound on these systems frequently suck on both speakers equaly
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I don’t understand why everyone has to encourage this flame war on here all the time. Apples are computers too, ALL computers have problems. Why do people get so upset over the fact that other people like other things? Leo happens to like Apple, others like PC. Who cares? We are all different, and we all like different stuff, why make large posts about how much different things suck? Enough already!!!
February 25, 2006, at 12:45 PM
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“oepapel, you are truely an idiot and a typical Apple Kool Aid Drinker. Avoid the OTHER facts and go for the extremes.”
It’s not extreme to expect a new device to have AT LEAST as good specs as my existing device. To me, capacity is a big factor. Would I like better resolution? Yes. Maybe there will be a better iPod available tuesday.
I’m not trying to get you to stop using a PSP. YOU, on the other hand, are telling me that I’m crazy for using an iPod. I’m not disparaging you but the PSP will not work for me. Show me otherwise. A nano won’t work for me either.
As for the low res problem, It did exist at one time. A friend of mine returned his PSP for that very reason. The Sony sales guy confirmed it as a problem. I’ll take your word for it that it is no longer the case but stop trying to rewrite history.
For the record, I’m looking into an Archos player so I’m not “drinking the Koolaid” as you so eloquently put it. If anything, I’d say you have had a sip or two of the Sony Koolaid.
February 25, 2006, at 12:44 PM
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Funny no one EVER hears about these kinda problems with Gateway’s, HP’s, Compaq’s, Toshiba’s, Fujitsu’s, Acer’s, Dell’s, IBM’s, Sony Vaio’s, etc. etc.
February 25, 2006, at 12:42 PM
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Ya - OS X viruses are taking over the world.. compare the score of OS X viruses to Windows malware here:
http://grownupgeek.blogspot.com/2006/02/apple-os-x-viruses-take-over-world.html
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Say it Isn’t So Leo?? More Apple Flaws!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:00 AM PST
Compliments of MacFixIt.com
MacBook Pro (#7): Sound quality — right speaker seems worse, certain apps affected
Sound quality — right speaker seems worse Users continue to report poor sound quality from the MacBook Pro under a variety of circumstances.
Mark Qandil reports that, in his case, the issue may be restricted to certain applications. He writes:
“The only noticeable issue so far is the sound quality. There is something else going on with the sound other than just hardware. I had no luck adjusting the equalizer in iTunes, as changes did not do anything. After 30 minutes I was able to adjust. The sound quality while using non apple applications such as VLC, or MPlayer sounds so much better than sounds from iTunes, or QuickTime player and even better than my G4 15″ 1.67 powerbook. Somehow it appears sound issue is related to apple applications.”
Meanwhile, users continue to note that the right speaker sounds significantly worse than the left speaker.
MacFixIt reader Jordan writes:
“I have a MacBook Pro 2.0GHZ and I definitely noticed a sound quality issue exactly as described here. Distortion in the right speaker noticeable at louder volumes.”
George Kopp corroborates:
“My MacBook Pro speakers exhibit the same behavior. The Left speaker sounds normal but the right speaker is tinny and weak. Overall, the volume of the speakers seems less than my G4 PowerBook too.”
David Schloss has a simple way for users to demonstrate the right-speaker distortion problem. He writes:
“I wanted to report I’m also experiencing the speaker issue with the MacBook Pro. It’s my right speaker as well. A simple test of this is to open up Adium with the Tokyo Train Station soundset on. This soundset uses a tone that rings using stereo, so it’s right, left, right. You can hear the distorted speaker clearly when doing this.”
Some users have found that turning the volume down slightly reduced distorion. One reader writes:
“When I first played a tune from one of my playlists I too got slightly distorted sound from my right-hand speaker but on closer inspection I realized that the volume was turned up fully. After adjusting it down a notch every thing was nice and clear. I’m not sure this ‘distortion’ can be described the fault of the MacBook Pro or typical with small speaker systems. My experience with the small speaker systems on laptops is that on full volume you get some distortion.”
Previous coverage:
◦ MacBook Pro (#5): Notes from service manual; Poor sound quality; more
◦ MacBook Pro #4: FireWire 800 cards for ExpressCard/34 slot on the way
◦ MacBook Pro #3: Ship date; Lack of third-party adapters; Adding a FireWire 800 port; ExpressCard issues
◦ MacBook Pro (#2): SuperDrive apparently not dual-layer; S-Video out gone; No internal modem
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Oepapel: Thats the wonderful thing about living in this day, you need 60g for music and video but not phone, organizer, internet, or such. I need those things but not the single storage space (got my laptop)Ani’t technologie GREAT!
February 25, 2006, at 12:39 PM
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@Wild West PC, ask oepapel how he makes call on his iPud, or watches FULL LENGTH Movies, or plays REAL games, or surfs the Internet …
This Twit won’t answer except for his moron response “where’s the 60 GB HD ….” wait till his battery dies!
Bwah ha ha ha ha ha ……
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“oepapel”, you are truely an idiot and a typical Apple Kool Aid Drinker. Avoid the OTHER facts and go for the extremes.
So by YOUR math anyone that doesn’t want to carry around an iPud 60GB BRICK and want an Nano, they’ll need to buy SIXTY 1GB Nano’s for $8,940 DOLLARS!!??? Hmmm, the Sony is cheaper!!
Guess I’ll take the Sony PSP, which Sony has announced MemStick Pro Duo stick at 32GB by year end!
And PS, you’re WRONG AGAIN … Sony NEVER had low resolution problem, but that NEVER stops you Apple Kool Aid Drinkers for making up stuff (who needs facts!)
What’s the itsy bitsy teenie weenie little low resolution LCD on a ViPud, huh???
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12:33 by anonymous.
Re that caller from Australia:
They have ADSL2 and we in the USA do not! Just another example of other countries surging ahead of the USA in internet delivery to the consumer.
The internet has become the vital circulation system for information delivery.
The USA is like an old person with hardening of the arteries. Were dying and don’t even know it.
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@Wild West PC
I’ll ask you the same question. Where’s the 60GB Treo? No solution that forces me to take a drop in storage (or pay a fortune for more storage) is going to convince me.
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Todays Program brought to you and Paid For By Apple Computer and iPod Company the checks in the Mail, Leo
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to oepapel, Brent, & Been there dont that.
Ya’ll are all off base. get a Treo! expandiable memory, full length videos, mp3′s streaming video and music, internet and phone all in one device, not perfect but closer then anything out there now.
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I have a couple of each (Winows and Mac) and like them both. I practice “Computational Diversity”… “Can’t we all just get a long?”
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Todays Program brought to you and Paid For By Apple Computer and iPod Company the checks in the Mail, Leo
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@Been There Done That,
I’m glad they solved the lower res problem. I hadn’t heard about it. So now, I only need 30 x 2GB Memory Sticks ($79 each, according to you). Hey, that’s only $2370! It’s $30 bucks cheaper than 12 5GB HD’s. The prices are amazing! I’m rushing out to the Sony store now…
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12:19 by anonymous.
I didn’t say Apple was FOR newbies, I said it was BETTER than Windows for newbies because of security measures that have to be taken when using Windows.
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“Oh oepapel, there is already an accessory 5GB 1 HDD ($199 list) “
So for 60GB, I only need to pay the low price of $2400? Yeah, What a deal. I should snap it up right now!. As for full length movies, I can convert any DVD to iPod video and can easily store 100 DVD’s on my iPod. And I don’t have to pay a premium for the privilege like those UMD movies.
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to oepapel: I was agreeing with you, and laughing at your comment re: 60 gb.
Only $199 for a 5gb memory stick!!!
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Ps oepapel, I’ve MOVED full length movies with Freeware software to as 1GB MemoryStick Pro Duo flash and they ARE AT FULL RESOLUTION …. so once again, you’re full of it!
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Oh oepapel, there is already an accessory 5GB 1″ HDD ($199 list) that slips in to UMD slot! Guess you’re just as behind the times with the tech world as you are with uses an iPud! Where’s your slip in replacable battery or interchangable FLASH??? Full length movies?? REAL games???? Huh huh huh??
Also guess it’s pretty hard on the eyes SQUINTING at the itsy bitsy teenie weenie little low resolution LCD, huh???
Bwah ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ……
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12:09 by anonymous.
This best way to listen to podcasts is on a bluetooth headset like the caller suggested. You can download the program he is probably talking about at href=“http://www.simplesmartphone.com/BlueCast/”>
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I am a new convert and would like to know if there is a place on this site for us pc converts
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All of the UNIX SysAdmins at work have switched to OSX, so Apples aren’t just for noobs…
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I would wait until after the Apple announcements on Tuesday. Speculation is that there may be a new Video iPod.
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I would wait until after the Apple announcements on Tuesday. Speculation is that there may be a new Video iPod. But speculation is running hot and heavy. We’ll offer same day coverage on our MacBreak video podcast.
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@Brent…
My previous comment was in response to “Been There Done That”. The PSP is a good device but it’s lack of capacity is what keeps it from being an iPod Video killer. If the PSP had 60GB capacity then it would be a serious contender. The fact that only UMD discs get the full screen resolution (video on MemoryStick has to be lower resolution to play) is also a big letdown.
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He’s using his smart phone and a bluetooth headset to listen to podcasts, but he wants to set his dad up. You can use any MP3 player with a cassette adapter - that’s the cheapest solution and it works great. If you don’t have a cassette player you might want to visit an auto sound installer and get the Harmon-Kardon http://www.harmankardon.com/drive-1/default2.aspx drive+play - the most elegant way to integrate an iPod into a car stereo.
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He’s using his smart phone and a bluetooth headset to listen to podcasts, but he wants to set his dad up. You can use any MP3 player with a cassette adapter - that’s the cheapest solution and it works great. If you don’t have a cassette player you might want to visit an auto sound installer and get the Harmon-Kardon drive+play - the most elegant way to integrate an iPod into a car stereo.
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QThomas in Minnesota - iPod listening in the car
He’s using his smart phone and a bluetooth headset to listen to podcasts, but he wants to set his dad up. You can use any MP3 player with a cassette adapter - that’s the cheapest solution and it works great. If you don’t have a cassette player you might want to visit an auto sound installer and get the Harmon-Kardon http://www.harmankardon.com/drive-1/default2.aspx drive+play - the most elegant way to integrate an iPod into a car stereo.
I just bought the dLO TransPod - it’s $80 and plugs into your cigarette lighter to keep the ipod charged - the cradle contains an FM transmitter and it works quite well for me. You do have to find a clear frequency, though, which can be tough in urban areas.
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I agree, I am a Windows users and right now have no intention of switching to a Mac, but I don’t think is a bad idea for new users to use Macs. It makes it a little easier to learn what computers are all about without some of the headaches that Windows brings.
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11:58 by anonymous.
If you don’t like Apple, you don’t have to flame Leo just because he recomends it to new users. Personally, I think Macs are better for newbies and Windows is probably better for advanced techies. I’m not a big fan of Apple myself, but I don’t go flaming people just because they like Apple.
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the url is www.thecyberdorks.com - this is the site that Scott from LV mentioned.
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lol, oepapel, ipud? come on! The thing has changed the computer and music industry!
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QScott in Las Vegas - time to buy a new iPod?
His podcast is www.TheCyberdorks.com
I would wait until after the Apple announcements on Tuesday. Speculation is that there may be a new Video iPod.
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Where’s the 60GB PSP? Yeah, I thought so.
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I wouldn’t buy an ipod and later than about 1 month after one has been released, because you know in a few more months they will be coming out with the latest and greatest. I am holding on to my 4th gen. 20 gig monochrome until it dies.
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thanhs brent, I will search iTunes
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11:52 by anonymous.
I was going to instal IE7 Beta 2 Preview, but after reading the release notes I changed my mind. Leo, I don’t think you should recomend IE7 just yet because first of all, it is in beta and many people don’t understand that betas can cause problems and aren’t perfect. Also, there are many newbies who listen to the show, and judging by all the problems mentioned in the release notes, this beta is rather advanced.
Just my thaughts
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The Sony PSP was THERE OVER a year ago! Cinema aspect ratio screen, higher resolution, builtin wireless, web browsing, music playablity, video playback, REAL MOVIES, gaming, exchangable BATTERY and Flash RAM to 2GB ($79.00)!
The iPud is sooo old thing. Apple, NOT the Innovator again!
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doug, that’s what he said his podcast was, but obviously that is not the sight.
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“Leo didnt go to CES because no one would pay him to go and pay for everything. Besides, Apple was a small fry, as they should be, at CES.”
My company would have picked up the tab for me to go but I, like Leo, decided that there is very little value anymore in attending CES in person. Unless you HAVE to go (i.e. you are a vendor or are courting a large customer) you can stay productive by not going to LV and STILL get any and all info via the web. You don’t get a bag full of crap, however :).
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that last caller had a website…was it cyberdorks.com? It went by fast, not sure I caught it right…
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Leo didn’t go to CES because no one would pay him to go and pay for everything. Besides, Apple was a small fry, as they should be, at CES.
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11:43 by Jon?.
I think AOL is also taking advantage of dial-up people who have no other choices.
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11:40 by anonymous.
We had AOL for DSL and liked it a LOT better than SBC. (Then again, SBC in Illinois, at least our area, isn’t anything to write home about, except letters of frusteration.)
—Janet
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I can understand wanting to get people to stop using IE6 but recommending people to upgrade to IE7 beta 2 I think is a bit premature. Especially a beta from Microsoft. They have a very poor track record of upgrading from beta to release versions. That and IE’s inability to uninstall may leave many stranded and requiring a full O/S reinstall to correct. I think that MS’s recommended target for this release (Developers and IT Pros) makes sense.
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AOL $25.90 dial-up http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060222/ap_on_hi_te/aol_price_increase
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AOL also has the poorest customer service possible. They only give out a number with the free disks they mail out and if you call the “Voice Rcognition” system doesn’t. DSL Extreme dial up is a bargain at $9.95 a month with the same kind of support as the DSL subscribers get.
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Tell us it isn’t so Leo!!?? Mac OS X IS FLAWED and a Security Risk!! Viruses, Trojans, Worms, Malware!!
Friday, February 24 2006 @ 10:45 AM PST
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Mac OS X Security flaw round-up
“Zero-day exploit” (“Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts”) a.k.a the resource fork hole
◦ ”Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts” vulnerability (zero-day exploit) [#3]: Protective methods, more
◦ Explanation, fixes for “Safari Automatically Executes Shell Scripts” vulnerability; similar to Widget vulnerability
OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B, OSX/Inqtana.C
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#3): Sophos fixes false positive flaw
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A, OSX/Inqtana.B worm (#2): Sophos AntiVirus software generating false positives, wreaking system havoc
◦ OSX/Inqtana.A worm affects older versions of Mac OS X 10.4.x (Tiger) — not found in wild
Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A or Leap-A)
◦ Oompa-Loompa Trojan (OSX/Oomp-A) [#3]: ClamXav virus definitions updated; When the trojan will ask for an administrator password
◦ Virus protection software makers respond to Oompa-Loompa trojan (OSX/Oomp-A); protective methods
◦ Mac OS X malware “OSX/Oomp-A” discovered — effects seem innocuous
February 25, 2006, at 11:35 AM
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I upgraded to IE7 about 2 weeks ago on my laptop, it still lets in spyware. I normally use firefox, after using IE7 using normal browsing habits for 2 weeks my spyware scanners showed about a 200% increase in tracking cookies and other mild spyware. IE7 is better then 6 but still needs work
February 25, 2006, at 11:34 AM
by anoniemoose -
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Check out my webcam featuring an aquarium made from a Macintosh G4 Cube computer case:
http://lanfiles.williams.edu/~mrichar2
February 25, 2006, at 11:34 AM
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QGeena in Glendale - Spybot errors
Her old copy of Spybot is not downloading updates. I’d get the latest version from www.safer-networking.org. I also recommend the free Microsoft Defender anti-spyware.
Internet Explorer 7 Beta 2 is ready for primetime - I still recommend Firefox for day to day surfing, but IE 7 is both more secure and more usable than the previous version.
February 25, 2006, at 11:26 AM
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February 25, 2006, at 11:23 AM
by Boxcarro -
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Gosh, When I used Netscape.net, in 1999, seems like there were some ads..& Yahoo has LOTS of ads! My Geocities web pages have a banner, but it goes away if you click it!
MAMMA is a pretty good search engine…but Google is best, & I do NOT use the “advanced” options! I use Gmail alot…but still retain Yahoo.
I have NO Bank account & NO credit card (MARK of the BEAST!) & I do not watch TV (IMAGE of the beast!) so the ADS don’t affect me…HOWEVER, My Great Uncle, EDWARD L. BERNAYS, was THE CREATOR of “PUBLIC RELATIONS!” (A book written about him, “Father of Spin.” SO I realise the DRIVING FORCE behind EVERYTHING (including Religion in the 21st. Century) is ADVERTISING…& PUSHING AGENDAS! The GOVERNMENT is the BIGGEST “PR” Firm in the WORLD…
February 25, 2006, at 11:20 AM
by Santa Rosa Steve -
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I search with Big.com - The search engine with the most readable results on the Web. http://www.big.com/
February 25, 2006, at 11:19 AM
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25 February 2006
11:19 by anonymous.
www.kartoo.com is another good search engine, if you’re a real visual person. It “maps” things out, like those diagrams you used to make in grade school.
—Janet
(Show Notes hate me unless I don’t sign my comments. o_O )
February 25, 2006, at 06:27 AM
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