On Jul 6, 2010, at 4:28 PM, nestwasright wrote: >> >> I'm going to go with some issue with the user account, (in which case >> logging in as a different user will fix it) or something messed up that a >> safe boot will fix. > > You're on the right track with the Safe Boot. As per previous post, > just a few minutes ago, I was able to install vlc while in Safe Boot.
Since the problem come back in a regular boot, go through this KB article at apple <http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1564?viewlocale=en_US> As it gives good clues where to look for problematic things. I'd try the re-install the security update thing Kris posted. I'd download the updates manually via safari rather than rely on Software update. -- Bruce Johnson University of Arizona College of Pharmacy Information Technology Group Institutions do not have opinions, merely customs -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
