Re: [CGUYS] USB hub question
USB was never intended to connect devices of such power, it's not in the spec. It's not the fault of the designers it's being used in areas it should not be used in. On Tue, Sep 22, 2009 at 7:25 PM, t.piwowar t...@tjpa.com wrote: On Sep 22, 2009, at 8:47 PM, MrMike6by9 wrote: My first gen MBP has a free USB port on the right side and on the left. The port on the left is close to the mag safe power plug but only the port on the right can power my USB hard drive that I use for backups and my iTunes collection. I use the port on the left side to support my IPhone and my iTouch. USB, being a PC technology picked up by Apple during its dark days, is technically a mess. One can have no reasonable expectation about what can and can't be successfully powered. I carry a portable drive with me that works fine with FireWire. To connect it using USB I have to carry an extra cable. First I have to plug in one cord into the drives power socket and plug that into one USB port. Then I plug in a second USB cord to carry data and supply additional power. The drive won't work unless it is getting power simultaneously from two separate USB connections. I see that as pretty shameful engineering. * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] USB hub question
Actually, Western Digital now sells a whole line of 2.5 external USB drives that don't even come with a power supply. No modern computer should have trouble running one of these from a USB port. Or at worst from a powered hub. Watch out though. A client sent in a couple of these for us to copy video files to, and we found they came out of the box formatted to FAT32! I had to do a backup and file conversion when I eventually figured out why transfers were erroring out with a false drive full message. On Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 2:34 AM, mike xha...@gmail.com wrote: USB was never intended to connect devices of such power, it's not in the spec. It's not the fault of the designers it's being used in areas it should not be used in. On Tue, Sep 22, 2009 at 7:25 PM, t.piwowar t...@tjpa.com wrote: On Sep 22, 2009, at 8:47 PM, MrMike6by9 wrote: My first gen MBP has a free USB port on the right side and on the left. The port on the left is close to the mag safe power plug but only the port on the right can power my USB hard drive that I use for backups and my iTunes collection. I use the port on the left side to support my IPhone and my iTouch. USB, being a PC technology picked up by Apple during its dark days, is technically a mess. One can have no reasonable expectation about what can and can't be successfully powered. I carry a portable drive with me that works fine with FireWire. To connect it using USB I have to carry an extra cable. First I have to plug in one cord into the drives power socket and plug that into one USB port. Then I plug in a second USB cord to carry data and supply additional power. The drive won't work unless it is getting power simultaneously from two separate USB connections. I see that as pretty shameful engineering. * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Create https website
That is correct, only profile info is involved so they don't need credit card management. Yes, they do have competent server and security administration personnel; it's just that this is low priority in the big picture so it's never gotten done. Thanks for the links; they look like a great place to start and will assist them in helping get this set up. Richard P. A non-profit has a http website in which users are filling out personal and private form information, and the non-profit would like the get it secured with https. How can this be accomplished economically? Is the code difficult to write? HTTPS is just one element in securing data. It is a lot of work with many aspects to consider. For example for credit cards there is now a requirement for quarterly audits/certifications. A good place to start for an overview is to read up on the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSIs). This is all true, but the original question just mentioned profile information, not payment card data. Granted, you still want to be as secure as possible, so I hope they have someone familiar with network and server administration and security. That said, the procedure for installing a certificate varies depending on which web server you are using. For apache, a good article is http://onlamp.com/pub/a/onlamp/2008/03/04/step-by-step-configuring-ssl-under-apache.html For IIS (Microsoft's web server), their web site has an article at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/299875 -- Vicky Staubly http://www.steeds.com/vicky/ vi...@steeds.com * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
Even people with smaller hands and slender fingers can have trouble with the small netbook keyboards. I bought an Asus Eee PC, hoping for a portable word processor I could use on the subway or in a car (as a passenger). Learning how to use a keyboard built for hobbits was much harder than I thought it would be. I made a lot of errors when my finger slipped off the tiny key I was intending to hit and contacted an adjacent key instead. Obviously, when you're using a netbook on a Metrobus, a plug-in keyboard is not an option. I have heard of netbooks with keyboards that are slightly larger-- even a little closer to a standard keyboard would be a big help. Recommendations, anyone? --Constance Warner On Sep 22, 2009, at 11:32 PM, Rev. Stewart Marshall wrote: It depends on what you want to use it for. As a regular PC/ Notebook it would be a hassle. My Bishop (Who is larger than I am) uses one all the time, loves it. Now I would find it a little cramped, but at work I plug mine in and use a full size keyboard. They are wickedly portable. Just saw a video presentation given today by the local retired sheriff who took one from Alabama to Alaska and back on a motorcycle. Nicely portable. If you travel a lot it would be nice for that. It all depends on what you are looking for. They are really aimed at being ultra portable laptops for those who are on the road a lot. Even the cell companies are getting in on it as they are selling connection plans with them to make them not only ultra portable, but also connected. Stewart * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
Constance was that a 7 or a 10 one.. I think most of the first Eee PC's were the smaller ones. the 10 ones seem to have a larger keyboard. Stewart At 10:28 AM 9/23/2009, you wrote: Even people with smaller hands and slender fingers can have trouble with the small netbook keyboards. I bought an Asus Eee PC, hoping for a portable word processor I could use on the subway or in a car (as a passenger). Learning how to use a keyboard built for hobbits was much harder than I thought it would be. I made a lot of errors when my finger slipped off the tiny key I was intending to hit and contacted an adjacent key instead. Obviously, when you're using a netbook on a Metrobus, a plug-in keyboard is not an option. I have heard of netbooks with keyboards that are slightly larger-- even a little closer to a standard keyboard would be a big help. Recommendations, anyone? --Constance Warner Rev. Stewart A. Marshall mailto:popoz...@earthlink.net Prince of Peace www.princeofpeaceozark.org Ozark, AL SL 82 * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
I am using an ACER right now, with a nine hour battery life. It lets me take notes in a meeting (in which I am currently bored, so I am reading my email and writing back), access my real computer, service my clients, and travel like I never have before. (I started with the 28 pound Osborne, and currently use a 7 pound full size laptop, with paraphernalia.) This three pound (with charger, portable HD, etc.) is a blessing. Eschew Obfuscation This is a reply from: Roy A. Ackerman, Ph.D., E.A. Financial, Managerial, and Technical Services for the Professional, Non-Profit, and the Entrepreneurial Organization 703.548.1343 voice 703.783.1340 fax From thinking to doing, from sales to profits, from tax to investments- we are YOUR adjuvancy -Original Message- From: Computer Guys Discussion List [mailto:computerguy...@listserv.aol.com] On Behalf Of Constance Warner Sent: 09/23/2009 11:28 AM To: COMPUTERGUYS-L@LISTSERV.AOL.COM Subject: Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks Even people with smaller hands and slender fingers can have trouble with the small netbook keyboards. I bought an Asus Eee PC, hoping for a portable word processor I could use on the subway or in a car (as a passenger). Learning how to use a keyboard built for hobbits was much harder than I thought it would be. I made a lot of errors when my finger slipped off the tiny key I was intending to hit and contacted an adjacent key instead. Obviously, when you're using a netbook on a Metrobus, a plug-in keyboard is not an option. I have heard of netbooks with keyboards that are slightly larger-- even a little closer to a standard keyboard would be a big help. Recommendations, anyone? --Constance Warner On Sep 22, 2009, at 11:32 PM, Rev. Stewart Marshall wrote: It depends on what you want to use it for. As a regular PC/ Notebook it would be a hassle. My Bishop (Who is larger than I am) uses one all the time, loves it. Now I would find it a little cramped, but at work I plug mine in and use a full size keyboard. They are wickedly portable. Just saw a video presentation given today by the local retired sheriff who took one from Alabama to Alaska and back on a motorcycle. Nicely portable. If you travel a lot it would be nice for that. It all depends on what you are looking for. They are really aimed at being ultra portable laptops for those who are on the road a lot. Even the cell companies are getting in on it as they are selling connection plans with them to make them not only ultra portable, but also connected. Stewart * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
But from the responses, guess a netbook can't be a full substitution for a desktop (what I have now) or a laptop, if it doesn't have CD or DVD drives. I was hoping to be able to substitute a laptop (which I don't think I can afford presently) or netbook for a regular Dell desk top, but sounds like netbooks would be more of a supplement. Other than the lack of drives and maybe keyboard size, sounds like it could do most of what I would need, though. Randall On Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 11:40 AM, Roy A. Ackerman, Ph.D., E.A. acker...@astrecg.com wrote: I am using an ACER right now, with a nine hour battery life. It lets me take notes in a meeting (in which I am currently bored, so I am reading my email and writing back), access my real computer, service my clients, and travel like I never have before. (I started with the 28 pound Osborne, and currently use a 7 pound full size laptop, with paraphernalia.) This three pound (with charger, portable HD, etc.) is a blessing. Eschew Obfuscation This is a reply from: Roy A. Ackerman, Ph.D., E.A. Financial, Managerial, and Technical Services for the Professional, Non-Profit, and the Entrepreneurial Organization 703.548.1343 voice 703.783.1340 fax From thinking to doing, from sales to profits, from tax to investments- we are YOUR adjuvancy -Original Message- From: Computer Guys Discussion List [mailto: computerguy...@listserv.aol.com] On Behalf Of Constance Warner Sent: 09/23/2009 11:28 AM To: COMPUTERGUYS-L@LISTSERV.AOL.COM Subject: Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks Even people with smaller hands and slender fingers can have trouble with the small netbook keyboards. I bought an Asus Eee PC, hoping for a portable word processor I could use on the subway or in a car (as a passenger). Learning how to use a keyboard built for hobbits was much harder than I thought it would be. I made a lot of errors when my finger slipped off the tiny key I was intending to hit and contacted an adjacent key instead. Obviously, when you're using a netbook on a Metrobus, a plug-in keyboard is not an option. I have heard of netbooks with keyboards that are slightly larger-- even a little closer to a standard keyboard would be a big help. Recommendations, anyone? --Constance Warner On Sep 22, 2009, at 11:32 PM, Rev. Stewart Marshall wrote: It depends on what you want to use it for. As a regular PC/ Notebook it would be a hassle. My Bishop (Who is larger than I am) uses one all the time, loves it. Now I would find it a little cramped, but at work I plug mine in and use a full size keyboard. They are wickedly portable. Just saw a video presentation given today by the local retired sheriff who took one from Alabama to Alaska and back on a motorcycle. Nicely portable. If you travel a lot it would be nice for that. It all depends on what you are looking for. They are really aimed at being ultra portable laptops for those who are on the road a lot. Even the cell companies are getting in on it as they are selling connection plans with them to make them not only ultra portable, but also connected. Stewart * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
My Eee PC is a 7 one, with the micro-mini keyboard that I thought wouldn't be a problem. When I bought it, I don't think the store had any 10 ones in stock. Later, I went to Micro Center on Rockville Pike to look for other netbooks with easier-to-use keyboards, but they didn't have anything in the price range of the Eee PC. (In fact, there weren't any comparable machines for anywhere near the price or the weight of the Eee PC.) If they had a slightly larger, non-Asus netbook, I might not have bought it, but I certainly would have tried it out for possible purchase at the store later. (In general, if I try it out at the store, I buy it at the store.) Mail-order is a possibility, of course, but after my mistake with the Eee PC child-size keyboard, I'd certainly want to know that the keyboard was significantly larger and/or easier to use. So if there are any of those netbooks I've heard about with slightly larger keyboards, I'd certainly like to know about them. --Constance Warner On Sep 23, 2009, at 11:38 AM, Rev. Stewart Marshall wrote: Constance was that a 7 or a 10 one.. I think most of the first Eee PC's were the smaller ones. the 10 ones seem to have a larger keyboard. Stewart At 10:28 AM 9/23/2009, you wrote: Even people with smaller hands and slender fingers can have trouble with the small netbook keyboards. I bought an Asus Eee PC, hoping for a portable word processor I could use on the subway or in a car (as a passenger). Learning how to use a keyboard built for hobbits was much harder than I thought it would be. I made a lot of errors when my finger slipped off the tiny key I was intending to hit and contacted an adjacent key instead. Obviously, when you're using a netbook on a Metrobus, a plug-in keyboard is not an option. I have heard of netbooks with keyboards that are slightly larger-- even a little closer to a standard keyboard would be a big help. Recommendations, anyone? --Constance Warner Rev. Stewart A. Marshall mailto:popoz...@earthlink.net Prince of Peace www.princeofpeaceozark.org Ozark, AL SL 82 ** *** ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http:// www.cguys.org/ ** ** *** * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
ACER A0751h $ 345 Eschew Obfuscation This is a reply from: Roy A. Ackerman, Ph.D., E.A. Financial, Managerial, and Technical Services for the Professional, Non-Profit, and the Entrepreneurial Organization 703.548.1343 voice 703.783.1340 fax From thinking to doing, from sales to profits, from tax to investments- we are YOUR adjuvancy -Original Message- From: Computer Guys Discussion List [mailto:computerguy...@listserv.aol.com] On Behalf Of Constance Warner Sent: 09/23/2009 12:33 PM To: COMPUTERGUYS-L@LISTSERV.AOL.COM Subject: Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks My Eee PC is a 7 one, with the micro-mini keyboard that I thought wouldn't be a problem. When I bought it, I don't think the store had any 10 ones in stock. Later, I went to Micro Center on Rockville Pike to look for other netbooks with easier-to-use keyboards, but they didn't have anything in the price range of the Eee PC. (In fact, there weren't any comparable machines for anywhere near the price or the weight of the Eee PC.) If they had a slightly larger, non-Asus netbook, I might not have bought it, but I certainly would have tried it out for possible purchase at the store later. (In general, if I try it out at the store, I buy it at the store.) Mail-order is a possibility, of course, but after my mistake with the Eee PC child-size keyboard, I'd certainly want to know that the keyboard was significantly larger and/or easier to use. So if there are any of those netbooks I've heard about with slightly larger keyboards, I'd certainly like to know about them. --Constance Warner On Sep 23, 2009, at 11:38 AM, Rev. Stewart Marshall wrote: Constance was that a 7 or a 10 one.. I think most of the first Eee PC's were the smaller ones. the 10 ones seem to have a larger keyboard. Stewart At 10:28 AM 9/23/2009, you wrote: Even people with smaller hands and slender fingers can have trouble with the small netbook keyboards. I bought an Asus Eee PC, hoping for a portable word processor I could use on the subway or in a car (as a passenger). Learning how to use a keyboard built for hobbits was much harder than I thought it would be. I made a lot of errors when my finger slipped off the tiny key I was intending to hit and contacted an adjacent key instead. Obviously, when you're using a netbook on a Metrobus, a plug-in keyboard is not an option. I have heard of netbooks with keyboards that are slightly larger-- even a little closer to a standard keyboard would be a big help. Recommendations, anyone? --Constance Warner Rev. Stewart A. Marshall mailto:popoz...@earthlink.net Prince of Peace www.princeofpeaceozark.org Ozark, AL SL 82 ** *** ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http:// www.cguys.org/ ** ** *** * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
Dell Mini 10v - $299 (1GB RAM, 160GB HDD, XP) The keyboard is certainly smaller than a standard keyboard, but it's quite usable. ACER A0751h $ 345 * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
Your bigger Walmart Superstores have had the 10 Acers in stock. You could take a look there and see how the keyboard works. If you ever want to sell the 7 one let me know. Stewart At 11:32 AM 9/23/2009, you wrote: My Eee PC is a 7 one, with the micro-mini keyboard that I thought wouldn't be a problem. When I bought it, I don't think the store had any 10 ones in stock. Later, I went to Micro Center on Rockville Pike to look for other netbooks with easier-to-use keyboards, but they didn't have anything in the price range of the Eee PC. (In fact, there weren't any comparable machines for anywhere near the price or the weight of the Eee PC.) If they had a slightly larger, non-Asus netbook, I might not have bought it, but I certainly would have tried it out for possible purchase at the store later. (In general, if I try it out at the store, I buy it at the store.) Mail-order is a possibility, of course, but after my mistake with the Eee PC child-size keyboard, I'd certainly want to know that the keyboard was significantly larger and/or easier to use. So if there are any of those netbooks I've heard about with slightly larger keyboards, I'd certainly like to know about them. --Constance Warner Rev. Stewart A. Marshall mailto:popoz...@earthlink.net Prince of Peace www.princeofpeaceozark.org Ozark, AL SL 82 * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
[CGUYS] Portable Word Processors w/full-size keyboards
Constance cawar...@his.com -- [... hoping for a portable word processor I could use on the subway or in a car . . . Recommendations, anyone?] Several companies offer portable word processors (sometimes called portable keyboards) with full-size keyboards. (The designs aren't as beautiful, but for functionality and portability, these are to laptops kinda what Olivetti Letteras were to IBM Selectrics. Or something like that g.) I used the AlphaSmart 2000 for writing lengthy queries when I edited on hard copy; it's also great for taking notes in meetings and while on the phone. Folks I know have used the AlphaSmart to work on novels or school papers. These devices are primarily marketed for use in schools, but are great for writing on the go. They typically have small text-only displays, which means l-o-n-g battery life (many use AAA batteries); power up quickly; weigh in the 2 lb. range; are far less fragile than laptops or netbooks; and can easily transfer text files to and from Macs and PCs. (Some of these companies also offer devices that go beyond word processing, such as the StudentMate -- color touch screen, WiFi.) Older and discontinued models are often available on eBay and other online auction/sales sites. www.neo-direct.com -- Dana, Neo (company used to be called AlphaSmart -- old models are AlphaSmart 2000 and 3000) www.quickpad.com -- QuickPad Pro www.calcuscribe.com -- Calcuscribe www.perfectsolutions.com -- Laser PC6, Ultra Win-98 Notebook www.writerlearning.com -- Fusion, The Writer www.one2onemate.com -- StudentMate Cheers, Jan - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Jan Hoverman Stanley Writing, Proofreading, Editing janstan...@earthlink.net - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
I also just got an advertisement from Sams Club that they are selling Dell 10 for 299. Stewart At 02:11 PM 9/23/2009, you wrote: Your bigger Walmart Superstores have had the 10 Acers in stock. You could take a look there and see how the keyboard works. If you ever want to sell the 7 one let me know. Stewart At 11:32 AM 9/23/2009, you wrote: My Eee PC is a 7 one, with the micro-mini keyboard that I thought wouldn't be a problem. When I bought it, I don't think the store had any 10 ones in stock. Later, I went to Micro Center on Rockville Pike to look for other netbooks with easier-to-use keyboards, but they didn't have anything in the price range of the Eee PC. (In fact, there weren't any comparable machines for anywhere near the price or the weight of the Eee PC.) If they had a slightly larger, non-Asus netbook, I might not have bought it, but I certainly would have tried it out for possible purchase at the store later. (In general, if I try it out at the store, I buy it at the store.) Mail-order is a possibility, of course, but after my mistake with the Eee PC child-size keyboard, I'd certainly want to know that the keyboard was significantly larger and/or easier to use. So if there are any of those netbooks I've heard about with slightly larger keyboards, I'd certainly like to know about them. --Constance Warner Rev. Stewart A. Marshall mailto:popoz...@earthlink.net Prince of Peace www.princeofpeaceozark.org Ozark, AL SL 82 * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * Rev. Stewart A. Marshall mailto:revsamarsh...@earthlink.net Prince of Peace Ozark, AL SL 82 * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Portable Word Processors w/full-size keyboards
That is one of the beautiful things that the Netbooks do. Mine was 345, you can get them (with MUCH shorter battery lives and lousier screens) for 285. My vote is for Acer's or Samsunbs. Both have great screens, keys, and battery lives. From: J. Hoverman Stanley janstan...@earthlink.net Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 3:26 PM To: COMPUTERGUYS-L@LISTSERV.AOL.COM Subject: [CGUYS] Portable Word Processors w/full-size keyboards Constance -- [... hoping for a portable word processor I could use on the subway or in a car . . . Recommendations, anyone?] Several companies offer portable word processors (sometimes called portable keyboards) with full-size keyboards. (The designs aren't as beautiful, but for functionality and portability, these are to laptops kinda what Olivetti Letteras were to IBM Selectrics. Or something like that .) I used the AlphaSmart 2000 for writing lengthy queries when I edited on hard copy; it's also great for taking notes in meetings and while on the phone. Folks I know have used the AlphaSmart to work on novels or school papers. These devices are primarily marketed for use in schools, but are great for writing on the go. They typically have small text-only displays, which means l-o-n-g battery life (many use AAA batteries); power up quickly; weigh in the 2 lb. range; are far less fragile than laptops or netbooks; and can easily transfer text files to and from Macs and PCs. (Some of these companies also offer devices that go beyond word processing, such as the StudentMate -- color touch screen, WiFi.) Older and discontinued models are often available on eBay and other online auction/sales sites. www.neo-direct.com -- Dana, Neo (company used to be called AlphaSmart -- old models are AlphaSmart 2000 and 3000) www.quickpad.com -- QuickPad Pro www.calcuscribe.com -- Calcuscribe www.perfectsolutions.com -- Laser PC6, Ultra Win-98 Notebook www.writerlearning.com -- Fusion, The Writer www.one2onemate.com -- StudentMate Cheers, Jan - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Jan Hoverman Stanley Writing, Proofreading, Editing janstan...@earthlink.net - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
Quoting Ranbo ran...@gmail.com: But from the responses, guess a netbook can't be a full substitution for a desktop (what I have now) or a laptop, if it doesn't have CD or DVD drives. I was hoping to be able to substitute a laptop (which I don't think I can afford presently) or netbook for a regular Dell desk top, but sounds like netbooks would be more of a supplement. Other than the lack of drives and maybe keyboard size, sounds like it could do most of what I would need, though. How about a nettop? MSI's got a barebones for $150 at Newegg http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16856167037cm_re=msi_wind-_-56-167-037-_-Product. Add a drive, a burner, and memory and you're out the door for probably less than $300. I'd bet you have a mouse, keyboard and monitor floating around (maybe even an extra drive and/or burner). * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
[CGUYS] Server settings and password
I've my hi-speed broadband with Comcast and I cant access the Mac Mail through the server settings now set. The techies at Comcast seem to be flumoxed and cant help me reset or change my pass word. They've done it several times over the years.They recommended contacting Apple!!!? Thanks in advance . * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] USB hub question
At 10:25 PM 9/22/2009, t.piwowar wrote: USB, being a PC technology picked up by Apple during its dark days, is technically a mess. One can have no reasonable expectation about what can and can't be successfully powered. I carry a portable drive with me that works fine with FireWire. To connect it using USB I have to carry an extra cable. First I have to plug in one cord into the drives power socket and plug that into one USB port. Then I plug in a second USB cord to carry data and supply additional power. The drive won't work unless it is getting power simultaneously from two separate USB connections. I see that as pretty shameful engineering. No, it's just a workaround to let you power the external hard drive from the computer's 5-volt power bus when you really should power it from an external power brick, aka wall wart. The motor in the external drive requires / uses 12 volts, but will run ok on 10 volts. The USB port supplies 5 volts, which is logic voltage. You could have the doubler circuitry to double that to 10 volts, but it is cheaper to just use two different USB ports. Fred Holmes * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] USB hub question
At 03:49 AM 9/23/2009, Tony B wrote: Watch out though. A client sent in a couple of these for us to copy video files to, and we found they came out of the box formatted to FAT32! I had to do a backup and file conversion when I eventually figured out why transfers were erroring out with a false drive full message. I think they all come pre-formatted with FAT-32 since that is the most universal format for large drives. FAT-32 will work on a lot of machines that NTFS and the Apple file system(s) won't. Fred Holmes * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] USB hub question
According to WD's website, their newer drives are coming with NTFS. Presumably just a reflection that they're no longer greatly concerned about Win9x systems. I don't really care if they put a filesystem on the drives or not. What bothered me was that there was no huge warning anywhere. Instead, I had frustrated employees pulling hair out over erroneous drive full errors. On Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 5:48 PM, Fred Holmes f...@his.com wrote: At 03:49 AM 9/23/2009, Tony B wrote: Watch out though. A client sent in a couple of these for us to copy video files to, and we found they came out of the box formatted to FAT32! I had to do a backup and file conversion when I eventually figured out why transfers were erroring out with a false drive full message. I think they all come pre-formatted with FAT-32 since that is the most universal format for large drives. FAT-32 will work on a lot of machines that NTFS and the Apple file system(s) won't. * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
[CGUYS] Fossil
I definitelly am becoming a fossil. I am in Baltimore. I came with my Casio Electronic Agenda and even better my Palm 500 electronic agenda with charger and all. Looked for upgrades for these gadgets. Guess what... they don't make them any longer... can't find them anywhere... Now, how do I move around from now on with the data I have in these gadgets?... Addresses, passwords, username and all of that? Lost! Marcio * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Fossil
Export them into known MS file systems. Address book, CSV or Vcard. Calendar CSV. I had to do this when I went from my palm based equipment to windows based. By the way the Palm Desktop does this very easily. I still use mine. Stewart At 08:17 PM 9/23/2009, you wrote: I definitelly am becoming a fossil. I am in Baltimore. I came with my Casio Electronic Agenda and even better my Palm 500 electronic agenda with charger and all. Looked for upgrades for these gadgets. Guess what... they don't make them any longer... can't find them anywhere... Now, how do I move around from now on with the data I have in these gadgets?... Addresses, passwords, username and all of that? Lost! Marcio * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * Rev. Stewart A. Marshall mailto:popoz...@earthlink.net Prince of Peace www.princeofpeaceozark.org Ozark, AL SL 82 * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
[CGUYS] Remaining memory on a mac
how can I tell how much of my hard disk memory I've used and how much remains? with thanks in advance * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
So if there are any of those netbooks I've heard about with slightly larger keyboards, I'd certainly like to know about them. I hear that. Keyboard ergonomics is VERY important to me. Most non full-sized keyboards I've used have been unsatisfactory for touch typing. I'm pretty fast on a decent keyboard, less so on the notebooks I've used. Much less so, even on the best of the breed, which I consider the Thinkpad T-series to be. Unscientifically, my pinky to thumb tip (spread hand) distance is 8.5 inches. I can just about feel comfortable on a Thinkpad T but it's cramped. Tactile considerations also come into play. Mushy keys don't make it for me. I guess I'm getting old, but I never did get the hang of texting or whatever. If I were you I'd check out the one that Roy mentioned, I've never tried it, though. I'm challenged enough on my laptops to say that a netbook isn't going to do it for me as far as actually being able to type at a reasonable speed. Good luck, just my experience. * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Netbooks vs. Notebooks
interestingthanks On Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 4:37 PM, Reid Katan ka...@his.com wrote: Quoting Ranbo ran...@gmail.com: But from the responses, guess a netbook can't be a full substitution for a desktop (what I have now) or a laptop, if it doesn't have CD or DVD drives. I was hoping to be able to substitute a laptop (which I don't think I can afford presently) or netbook for a regular Dell desk top, but sounds like netbooks would be more of a supplement. Other than the lack of drives and maybe keyboard size, sounds like it could do most of what I would need, though. How about a nettop? MSI's got a barebones for $150 at Newegg http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16856167037cm_re=msi_wind-_-56-167-037-_-Product. Add a drive, a burner, and memory and you're out the door for probably less than $300. I'd bet you have a mouse, keyboard and monitor floating around (maybe even an extra drive and/or burner). * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Remaining memory on a mac
Right click on the hard disk icon and select get info. On Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 10:33 PM, One Man one911...@yahoo.com wrote: how can I tell how much of my hard disk memory I've used and how much remains? with thanks in advance Right click on the hard disk icon and select get info. -- John Duncan Yoyo ---o) * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Fossil
Marcio, You can still buy Palm's last PDA the TX. I have used it for four years and like it a lot. It has all the usual PDA functions plus, video and pics viewer, an SD expansion slot and wifi for email and a basic web browser and can dial or SMS via from Contacts via bluetooth and a bluetooth enabled cellphone. It's no iPhone but does cut and paste and Office docs and has a wonderful folding keyboard accessory available ($50) all of which iPhone doesn't. And no monthly cellular bill and contract. I have traveled overseas with it and the keyboard in my pocket emailing all the way... Or you might just bite the bullet and start over with an iPhone or such... The Palm Pre might be a good solution... It has a large screen, thumbkeyboard and it can run classic Palm apps via a 3rd party emulator. Hopefully it would help you port your Palm data to its apps... db Marcio wrote: I definitelly am becoming a fossil. I am in Baltimore. I came with my Casio Electronic Agenda and even better my Palm 500 electronic agenda with charger and all. Looked for upgrades for these gadgets. Guess what... they don't make them any longer... can't find them anywhere... Now, how do I move around from now on with the data I have in these gadgets?... Addresses, passwords, username and all of that? Lost! Marcio * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
