Re: Westnet's and other ISP's security

2011-06-21 Thread Tom Hogarth
apologies - accidentally re-sent, sorry for that. On 21 June 2011 14:56, Tom Hogarth twshoga...@gmail.com wrote: On 21 June 2011 13:38, Michael Hawkins michael.hawk...@mjhawkins.com.auwrote: According to an article on page 32 of The Australian today 21 June (Proven Again: How easily our

Re: Westnet's and other ISP's security

2011-06-21 Thread Tom Hogarth
On 21 June 2011 13:38, Michael Hawkins michael.hawk...@mjhawkins.com.auwrote: According to an article on page 32 of The Australian today 21 June (Proven Again: How easily our mail is hacked), many Optus, BigPond and Westnet email subscribers need to change their passwords. In summary, last

www.trustdefender.com

2011-06-21 Thread McCallum Malcolm
Can I ask the gurus Do I need www.trustdefender.com Malcolm McCallum doc...@westnet.com.au Skype docmactor -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml

Dropbox Left User Accounts Unlocked for 4 Hours Sunday

2011-06-21 Thread Ronda Brown
Hi WAMUG Dropbox Users, Dropbox Left User Accounts Unlocked for 4 Hours Sunday http://hackingexpose.blogspot.com/ Christopher Soghoian is a Washington, DC based Graduate Fellow at the Center for Applied Cybersecurity Research, and a Ph.D. Candidate in the School of Informatics and Computing

Re: www.trustdefender.com

2011-06-21 Thread Ronda Brown
Hi Mac, TrustDefender Pro for Mac (TDPro) is still a ‘Public Beta Program’. I would not recommend installing it until it is out of Beta testing, or we get more feedback on it. http://www.trustdefender.com/intelligence-centre-support-centre-tdpro-mac-public-beta-program.html On 21/06/2011, at

Re: www.trustdefender.com

2011-06-21 Thread McCallum Malcolm
Thanks Ronni, As i was one of the Macdefender users :-( I thought I had better ask this time ! Malcolm McCallum doc...@westnet.com.au Skype docmactor On 21/06/2011, at 4:15 PM, Ronda Brown wrote: Hi Mac, TrustDefender Pro for Mac (TDPro) is still a ‘Public Beta Program’. I would not

Re: www.trustdefender.com

2011-06-21 Thread Glenn Nicholas
TrustDefender is happy to make some pretty big claims: The TrustDefender Central Intelligence Server also performs integrity checks making sure all potential online risks are managed. All potential online risks ... wow. Glenn Nicholas On 21 June 2011 16:15, Ronda Brown ro...@mac.com wrote:

Re: www.trustdefender.com

2011-06-21 Thread Michael Hawkins
I have a very uneasy feeling now that I've had a look at the trust defender website. I don't like entering bank details into some portal other then the bank's. Michael Hawkins. From: McCallum Malcolm doc...@westnet.com.au Reply-To: WAMUG Mailing List wamug@wamug.org.au Date: Tue, 21 Jun 2011

Little Snitch Removal

2011-06-21 Thread Barry Sexstone
Ronni Following your comments (corrupt files on Mac) I have advised my Grand-Daughter to remove Little Snitch from her iMac. She says that she can only find Little Snitch Configuration in applications. Will removing this using Clean App be sufficient or should she remove anything else?

Remanufactured toners

2011-06-21 Thread Stuart Breden
What is the experience of you guys using remanufactured toner cartfidges? Stuart Breden PO Box 132 Kalamunda WA 6926 Ph: (08) 9257 1577 Mbl: 0417 053 266 -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives - http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml Guidelines -

re Little Snitch Removal

2011-06-21 Thread Barry Sexstone
Ronni and others Please disregard my previous email. I have just been informed she has found an uninstaller on the installation Disk Image. We both jumped too soon. Deepest Apologies for wasting time etc. Barry -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- Archives -

Re: re Little Snitch Removal

2011-06-21 Thread Ronda Brown
On 21/06/2011, at 7:42 PM, Barry Sexstone wrote: Ronni and others Please disregard my previous email. I have just been informed she has found an uninstaller on the installation Disk Image. We both jumped too soon. Deepest Apologies for wasting time etc. Barry Hi Barry,

Re: re Little Snitch Removal

2011-06-21 Thread Ronda Brown
Hi again Barry, I’ve found some more files the uninstaller of Little Snitch doesn’t remove. The uninstallation procedure does not delete any user specific settings such as preferences and your Little Snitch rules. This allows you to re-install Little Snitch later, with all your previous

Re: re Little Snitch Removal

2011-06-21 Thread Julie Bedford
Hi Ronni, Thanks for that information. I had a trial of Snowtape on my Mac, but did not end up buying it. Since then, when opening a video file, Snowtape immediately takes preference (even though I did not give my permission). I deleted the file using Amnesia. However, now it

Re: re Little Snitch Removal

2011-06-21 Thread Barry Sexstone
Ronni Many thanks I will follow up on GD's machine and ensure these are removed. Barry On 21/06/2011, at 8:01 PM, Ronda Brown wrote: On 21/06/2011, at 7:42 PM, Barry Sexstone wrote: Ronni and others Please disregard my previous email. I have just been informed she has found an

Re: re Little Snitch Removal

2011-06-21 Thread Ronda Brown
Hi Jewels, I’ve never heard of Snowtape … but a Google search found this information: To uninstall Snowtape you first have to move Snowtape from the Applications folder to the trash. Several other documents must also be deleted from your computer: The Snowtape Library in the Documents folder

Re: re Little Snitch Removal

2011-06-21 Thread Julie Bedford
Hi Ronni ( Bob) Thank you Ronni, you are a gem - have finally got rid of Snowtape and the added bonus, also Little Snitch. I never thought of checking with the web for uninstalling instructions. I had presumed Amnesia would have removed an application completely, but alas not the case.

Re: New Time Capsule 2TB and 3TB, New Final Cut X etc on MacApp Store

2011-06-21 Thread Matthew Healey
On 21/06/2011, at 10:25 PM, Daniel Kerr wrote: And Final Cut Pro X has been released with a large drop in price. Now $349.99AUD from the Mac App Store. http://www.apple.com/au/finalcutpro/ This is were Apple's international pricing comes into stark view... Lets work it out; US $299 is AUD

Re: New Time Capsule 2TB and 3TB, New Final Cut X etc on MacApp Store

2011-06-21 Thread Daniel Kerr
We pay more for bandwidth ;)) And storage :o) And um,Australian Distribution Download Software Taxor ADDS Tax for short :o) On 21/6/11 10:42 PM, Matthew Healey mat...@mac.com wrote: On 21/06/2011, at 10:25 PM, Daniel Kerr wrote: And Final Cut Pro X has been released with a large

Re: New Time Capsule 2TB and 3TB, New Final Cut X etc on MacApp Store

2011-06-21 Thread Rob Davies
Morning, Totally agree Matthew, Microsoft and there Digital Distribution network do as such, whatever the current dollar value. Before you all start. This is logging in within the Australian Portal. Autodesk are same digitally, although I find local distributor better value for money.

Re: New Time Capsule 2TB and 3TB, New Final Cut X etc on MacApp Store

2011-06-21 Thread Rob Davies
Sorry forgot a question. GST would be exempt from electronic distribution of software? Thanks. Cheers! `RobD... On 22Jun2011, at 7:01 am, Rob Davies wrote: Morning, Totally agree Matthew, Microsoft and there Digital Distribution network do as such, whatever the current dollar value.

Re: New Time Capsule 2TB and 3TB, New Final Cut X etc on MacApp Store

2011-06-21 Thread Ronda Brown
Hi Rob, I'm fairly sure GST is still applicable on electronic software distribution. It isn't on the indirect tax - exemptions gst http://www.customs.gov.au/site/page5350.asp#e950 Sent from Ronni's iPad On 22/06/2011, at 7:11 AM, Rob Davies rjda...@gmail.com wrote: Sorry forgot a

HTTPS Error: Request Entity Too Large

2011-06-21 Thread Alan Smith
I receive an error message when submitting a web form: Page was not displayed because the request entity is too large. Any suggestions as to where the cause of the problem may be? I was attempting to complete a 3-step web form for a Myer extended warranty. Step two requires details

Re: www.trustdefender.com

2011-06-21 Thread Peter Hinchliffe
On 21/06/2011, at 3:19 PM, McCallum Malcolm wrote: Can I ask the gurus Do I need www.trustdefender.com Malcolm McCallum doc...@westnet.com.au Skype docmactor Still protecting against the non-event. The five golden rules: 1. Don't open attachments in emails from unsolicited

Re: New Time Capsule 2TB and 3TB, New Final Cut X etc on MacApp Store

2011-06-21 Thread Ronda Brown
Hi WAMUGers, To further answer Rob question … GST is NOT exempt on electronic software distribution. Below is an excerpt taken from Apple Terms and Conditions and Apple Privacy Policy / Begin Excerpt: The amounts payable for Service transactions are expressed inclusive of GST and each such

Re: HTTPS Error: Request Entity Too Large

2011-06-21 Thread Ronda Brown
Hi Alan, This is a HTTPS 413 error. 413 - Request Entity Too Large The server is refusing to process a request because the request entity is larger than the server is willing or able to process. The server may close the connection to prevent the client from continuing the request. What

Accounting software

2011-06-21 Thread Severin Crisp
For years I have used eRecord, the ATO's free accounting package. It is no longer supported and is a bit creaky even with Leopard. I am looking for an alternative, looking forward to Snow Leopard and Lion. My requirements are simple. Cash Book only covering sales, expenditures and GST.

Re: Accounting software

2011-06-21 Thread Manzie Greg
Hello Severin I have been very happy with Moneyworks. A New Zealand company that understands Macs and Australian GST. Here is the link. www.cognito.co.nz. They have 3 different packages to suit basic to professional book keepers. Regards Greg Phone (08) 9383 3929 Mobile 0448 844 381 Email

Reinstall probs

2011-06-21 Thread Ken Jackson
Hi folks, I'm trying to backup a system drive to an external I get The operation cannot be completed because an item wit the name Mac kernel already exists. Have to do a reinstall now I also find I've given away my Black Tiger disc (G4). Does anyone have one they've no need for or can I buy

Re: Interesting article on new Malware targeting Mac OS

2011-06-21 Thread Ken Jackson
Should we be running Sophos or something similar Geoff? KJ Ken Jackson k...@littleriverstudios.com.au (mailto:k...@littleriverstudios.com.au) kenjackson7...@gmail.com (mailto:kenjackson7...@gmail.com) T 08 9376 1680 M 0409 770 747 Skype kennyj1098 www.littleriverstudios.com.au

Re: Accounting software

2011-06-21 Thread Glenn Nicholas
Severin, you should have a look at Saasu.com I first came across Saasu via Wamug (thanks Justin) and we have used it for a while. Excellent system, easy to use. Has a free trial available to try it out. Glenn Nicholas On 22 June 2011 10:13, Severin Crisp sevcr...@westnet.com.au wrote: For

Excel 2011 assistance with chart axis dates

2011-06-21 Thread Chris Burton
Hi Muggers Im not sure if it is ok to ask here about a charting problem I have while using Excel 2011, but I would very much appreciate some help if possible? I am preparing some whale sighting data for a conference presentation in few weeks and cant seem to find how I can de-select some

Re: Excel 2011 assistance with chart axis dates

2011-06-21 Thread Ashley Mulder
Doesnt do it with mine I just put a whole heap of random data in with missing dates and yeah I did use a bar chartwhich by the sounds of it you should be using anyway? Ash On 22/06/2011, at 1:01 PM, Chris Burton wrote: Hi Muggers Im not sure if it is ok to ask here about a charting