Re: [CGUYS] Adobe Reader 9
I see that Adobe has a new reader out. Is there any reason I should up grade? I currently have Adobe Reader 7. I have an iMac G4 running 10.4.11. I don't use Adobe's plugin, I use PDF Browser Plugin instead. I use the SchubertIt plugin for PDFs in browsers, and Preview for everything else. The only reason I've used Adobe Reader in the past year is to do my state taxes. No reason to upgrade Reader unless tax forms don't work in Preview. Betty * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Zune [was: iTunes 8 causing BSOD]
Right, and this brings up a pretty good example of what I'm talking about. Photoshop is in the same boat as Mathematica in this respect: it runs perfectly well on both Windows and Mac, so the operating system is irrelevant. Nevertheless, when Tom discovers that a few Microsoft print ads were done using Mac Photoshop, he is compelled to post a message saying I would not use Windows for such an important job either. What's the point? Where's the value in that? Is there anything to that post whatsoever, other than yet another gratuitous and meaningless slam at Microsoft? No, Photoshop is hideous on the PC because it doesn't have the color management tools or the video clarity to do fine, accurate details. It also takes many more steps to do the same task on a PC compared to a Mac. I've turned down jobs because they wanted me to use a PC, even though I could have made more money, charging by the hour. Print shops have a terrible time cleaning up Windows files before they can even use the prepress software. Most use Macs for the cleanup, although print shops often use Macs, Windows, and Linux in the same shop. Sure, Photoshop, and InDesign, and Quark run on both platforms--I've used all three on both. That doesn't mean they run as well because of OS limitations that get in the way. I am not making gratuitous and meaningless slams at Microsoft. I've used M$ since MS-DOS. When I bid on a project by the job and not by the hour, I can't afford the extra hours it will take to finish a job accurately. If I did accounting, I'd use Excel for Windows. Betty * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Zune [was: iTunes 8 causing BSOD]
Two questions...and I don't have a zune, I have an ipod. But I'm wondering what is missing on the zune for you? Why did it take an hour on the HP? It sounds more like it is just unfamiliar territory? It takes me less then an hour for me to reinstall my entire os and drivers on my pc then it did for an ipod reformat. What went wrong with that ipod backup on the HP? I wouldn't buy a Zune. It doesn't have the features I want. I'm just curious: since you apparently use a hard drive-based Pod, what features is Zune missing? Zune doesn't have an interface as seamless as iTunes on the Mac. Zune OS isn't as transparent as the iPod's. I have an iPod Nano. I'm considering getting a Touch if I don't get an N-series phone. Neither has a hard drive. My husband has iPods with hard drives. I only borrow them to show video of dance competitions, since he can only use one at a time, and 2nd gen Nanos don't do video unless they're hacked--mine isn't, yet. I backed up the iPod on a DVD-RW on my G4. I could import the music in Vista, but kept getting errors with the videos [no, the problem wasn't the DVD]. When I attempted to copy the videos to the hard drive, they were corrupted and wouldn't play. I also copied the playlist files to My Computer\Documents. They disappeared. I tried to search for them. Vista has terrible GUI 'search' features. Sure, I could use command-line, but the average user couldn't do that. I finally copied files to a separate folder in My Computer, imported the playlists, but never could get the videos to copy or import. I used my MacBook to import the videos to his iPod. I didn't have problems like that with any of my Macs. I wasn't in unfamiliar territory. I've been using computers since long before MS-DOS [was stolen by Gates]. Betty * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Adobe Reader 9
FWIW on the PC I've been using Foxit PDF reader lately. http://www.download.com/Foxit-Reader/3000-2079_4-10313206.html * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
[CGUYS] junk filter problem with Thunderbird
I'm using Thunderbird 2.0.0.17. For the most part it functions well however when it comes to the junk filter, not so good. It keeps putting legitimate email (some from important clients) in the junk mail folder. No matter how many times I mark it as not junk and making sure their email address is in my address books. This happens on both my PCs (Vista and XP) and my iMac. Any ideas on how to fix this? TIA Nick Crettier Front Royal, VA * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Adobe Reader 9
On Sep 26, 2008, at 11:28 AM, b_s-wilk wrote: I use the SchubertIt plugin for PDFs in browsers, and Preview for everything else. I have found that the SchubertIt plugin does not work for me under 10.5.4. with either Safari or Camino. I would sometimes come across PDFs that would not properly display in Preview and I had to resort to Adobe Reader in those instances. Steve * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
[CGUYS] We will raise bandwidth caps if necessary, says Comcast
hmmm ...thou givest, thou takest away ...bery bery bushoid, dontcha think? ...waddaya think verizon has up their sleeve for the future? http://www.afterdawn.com/news/archive/15488.cfm http://www.afterdawn.com/news/archive/15488.cfm * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] disk defrag vs disk clean-up
So, therefore, in view of this simile, it is a truly hopeless proposal either way (in my case)... -Original Message- From: Rev. Stewart Marshall [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 10:34 PM Subject: Re: disk defrag vs disk clean-up Defragmentation takes the physical writing on the desk and puts it in order. It moves files and rewrites the file table telling the system where the file is located. Disk Clean up cleans up your actual files and stem from temp files, cache files and such. Look at it this way. Disk Clean up is like going through your house and picking up all the loose stuff, and throwing out the trash/rubbish. Defragmentation is like going through your house and figuring out a better arrangement for everything in the house and rearranging the whole house to make it more efficient. I am sure there are some better technical explanations but this is the easiest way I know how to explain it. Stewart At 08:38 PM 9/23/2008, you wrote: I was recently ask what is disk clean-up? How does it differs from defragmentation? Thanks, Steve Rev. Stewart A. Marshall mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] 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] junk filter problem with Thunderbird
The Junk mail feature in Thunderbird is less than optimal. That said, two things I can recommend: 1. add the users address to your address book 2. Use the message filters for your clients to have their emails automatically go to a subfolder If those don't work you may wish to reset the junk mail training data and let it start learning all over again b/c something got corrupted ToolsOptionsPrivacyJunk is the menu path Hope that helps, JL Nick wrote: I'm using Thunderbird 2.0.0.17. For the most part it functions well however when it comes to the junk filter, not so good. It keeps putting legitimate email (some from important clients) in the junk mail folder. No matter how many times I mark it as not junk and making sure their email address is in my address books. This happens on both my PCs (Vista and XP) and my iMac. Any ideas on how to fix this? TIA Nick Crettier Front Royal, VA * ** 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] Adobe Reader 9
Try foxit free reader ...works faster w/smaller footprint and less ram and much less folderol... -Original Message- From: Judy Cosler [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, October 05, 2008 11:28 PM Subject: Re: Adobe Reader 9 and do I even need v. 8? and, what a pain it is! but, a free pain! Stephen Brownfield wrote: I see that Adobe has a new reader out. Is there any reason I should up grade? I currently have Adobe Reader 7. I have an iMac G4 running 10.4.11. I don't use Adobe's plugin, I use PDF Browser Plugin instead. Steve ** *** ** 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] Adobe Reader 9 - alternatives
Tony B wrote: FWIW on the PC I've been using Foxit PDF reader lately. http://www.download.com/Foxit-Reader/3000-2079_4-10313206.html * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * There's also something called PrimoPDF that lets you create PDFs. I haven't compared it to Foxit PDF but it works okay for the price (the full adobe is usually better but that's comparing it to the free version of this product so not a fair fight). http://www.primopdf.com/ * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Adobe Reader 9 - alternatives caveat emptor
Tony B wrote: FWIW on the PC I've been using Foxit PDF reader lately. http://www.download.com/Foxit-Reader/3000-2079_4-10313206.html * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** * *I hasten to add that while I have not encountered spyware or calls home to the mothership with this product I cannot vouch that the product doesn't do that b/c I haven't used it extensively. * There's also something called PrimoPDF that lets you create PDFs. I haven't compared it to Foxit PDF but it works okay for the price (the full adobe is usually better but that's comparing it to the free version of this product so not a fair fight). http://www.primopdf.com/ * ** List info, subscription management, list rules, archives, privacy ** ** policy, calmness, a member map, and more at http://www.cguys.org/ ** *
Re: [CGUYS] Adobe Reader 9
I currently use the SchubertIt plugin. For stand alone documents sometimes I use Adobe Reader 7 while other times I use Preview. Everything works fine, so I am going to follow the consensus and not upgrade. Thanks Steve b_s-wilk wrote: I see that Adobe has a new reader out. Is there any reason I should up grade? I currently have Adobe Reader 7. I have an iMac G4 running 10.4.11. I don't use Adobe's plugin, I use PDF Browser Plugin instead. I use the SchubertIt plugin for PDFs in browsers, and Preview for everything else. The only reason I've used Adobe Reader in the past year is to do my state taxes. No reason to upgrade Reader unless tax forms don't work in Preview. Betty * ** 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/ ** *
