Date: 09/02/06     Keywords: no keywords

I am going bonkers from looking all over the internet for help... ahhhh!!!!!!

Anyways, I have a Toshiba laptop-- is it possible to copy my dvds onto blank discs? I know, illegal copying. Say, for example, I want to burn my brother's Seinfeld DVD so I can have my own copy- can computers do this? When I put the dvd into my computer tray, it says "Unsupported Disc" when I go to burn it. I'm not sure if I'm doing this correctly. I'm crap when it comes to dvds. Can somebody help??


Thanks!

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/973210.html

Date: 08/31/06     Keywords: no keywords

http://www.betanews.com/article/Calif_Aims_to_End_WiFi_Piggybacking/1156959209

Warning labels may soon appear on wireless Internet hardware if the California legislature has its way. Both houses passed a law known as the "Wi-Fi User Protection Bill," which would require makers of Wi-Fi cards and routers to warn users of the dangers of unsecured wireless networks.

Its backers applauded the law as a way to both end unauthorized sharing of wireless networks, and to secure computer users from outside threats. However, its detractors say such a law is unnecessary, with one analyst arguing that the problem is largely caused by "consumer idiocy."

Yes, that's what I think too. Consumer idiocy.

This is not the Surgeon General's warning on a pack of cigarettes. A silly little label is not going to "end unauthorized sharing of wireless networks (by people who can't be arsed to turn their encryption on)" If consumers want "protection", they'll protect themselves with or without a label.

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/972992.html

Date: 08/31/06     Keywords: no keywords

Thanks for all the 'help', you guys.

Contacted the company, after trying some batteries (which i still stand by, i don't really need them, oh well) and they said the actual spot you put the batteries into might have shorted out. Something silly like that, anyway.

Aside from refitting the MP3 player with another spot to put the battery (something about charges not working? I didn't understand, other than 'it's not going to work'.) I suppose this one is a loss. C'est la vie.

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/972792.html

Date: 08/30/06     Keywords: no keywords

Hi,

I've got a network that is split into a dozen or so VLANs. I'm having some trouble with a few things I wanted to run by you. I've got an X-Serve that is doing Open Directory and Samba stuff on VLAN 1. It is serving as domain controller that windows machines can bind themselves to. However, machines in a VLAN besides 1 can't see the DC. They can't join the domain, can't change passwords, etc. This seems to be specific to MS workstations, but I couldn't swear that Macs don't have the same issue. Anyway, how is such domain info spread across the VLAN's? Is this a DHCP function or a DNS thing? Any thoughts would be appreciated.

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/972095.html

Date: 08/29/06     Keywords: google

I've roamed the internet for answers, but just come up with MORE questions about fixing MP3 players, that don't even have to DO with my question!

I have currently acquired a "Curtis MP510" MP3 player from my sister who received an iPod.

The problem is, when I try to play it while NOT plugged into the USB port, it does nothing. Supposedly plugging it into the USB port will charge the battery... So I'm not sure if I should bother getting more batteries, only to have no use for them if that isn't the issue (I have no use for AAA batteries... who does? :/)

The manual I found online (she didn't give me anything aside from the player itself) said to try and unlock it before trying to turn it on... no go.

I've googled my little heart out, and now would like some help from OMG HUMANZ!

:) Thanks in advance, if you can lend a hand.

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/971822.html

Date: 08/28/06     Keywords: security, virus

For the last week or so, my virus scanner has been giving me this pop up message:

PC-Cillin Internet Security has detected and blocked a network virus. Run a Manual Scan of your computer and halt internet traffic to check for, eliminate, and prevent further propagation of this virus.

I run my A-V program and nothing shows up. HOw do I get the pop up to quit? Do I actually have a virus? Any help greatly appreciated.

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/971735.html

Date: 08/28/06     Keywords: no keywords

So I just got a Dell Inspiron E1505 Notebook, and I know I need a wireless router. Trouble is, I don't know what kind, like what would be ideal or what is even compatible with my computer.

Any recommendations?

Thanks in advance!

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/971299.html

Date: 08/27/06     Keywords: no keywords

Hi,
does anybody happen to know what could be a problem with Kingston SD 2 Gb Ultimate 120x. It works fine in my digital camera, but Windows doesn't recognise even the presence of the disc in card reader (the card reader works fine with other SD cards).
Thanks.

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/971173.html

Date: 08/27/06     Keywords: no keywords

I want to build a computer for gaming, and for photoshop. I have never built a computer and don't know much about what each part really does. What would be a good CPU, Video Card, Motherboard, how much ROM should I get, how much RAM should I get and what sound card should I get?

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/970804.html

Date: 08/27/06     Keywords: no keywords

this is my first time using perl and i'm completely stuck.
i'm trying to write a script that changes a part of a file.

i've got the program to open, find the correct line and make the changes, but i dont know how to overwrite the old line with the new.

open (SAMPLE, '>>sample') || die ("Could not open the file. \n");
print SAMPLE "$text";

sticks the new line on the end of the file.

neither
open (SAMPLE, 'sample') and open (SAMPLE, '>sample')
works either.

#!/usr/bin/perl -w

#open the file
open (SAMPLE, "sample") || die ("Could not open the file.  \n");

$text = < SAMPLE >;

print "text is $text";

$number = substr($text, 16, 1);
$number++;
substr($text, 16, 1) = $number;

print "text is now $text \n";

close (SAMPLE);

open (SAMPLE, '>>sample') || die ("couldnt open sample the 2 time. \n");

print SAMPLE "$text";

close (SAMPLE);

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/970685.html

Date: 08/26/06     Keywords: php, database

I need some php help. Given this code:

$dateThen = SomeDatabaseCallThatReturnsADate();
$dateNow = /* code to set the date right now */

return (/* code to compare */);

Where code to compare is code that returns TRUE if it is now the day after $dateThen or later.

That is, regardless of the time, if $dateThen is August 29th, I will return true only if it is August 30th or later. If $dateThen is August 31st, I will return true only if it is September 1st or later.

Make sense?

PS: This isn't a homework assignment - I'm doing a quick mod to a Joomla component :-)

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/970452.html

Date: 08/26/06     Keywords: software

My mother has a rather extensive collection of recipes that she wouldlike to organize using some sort of software so that she can print themout to put in a binder, make up entire meals on single sheets, etc.  Inlooking around brick-and-mortar stores, we've found pretty much nothingand I was wondering if anybody in this community had any experiencewith a particular piece of software they'd suggest.
Ease of use would be a priority, as my mother is competent but not very patient with kludgy applications.

Cross-posted to compgeekz and computergeeks

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/970236.html

Date: 08/26/06     Keywords: no keywords

I'm looking for a guide on subnetting - preferably free and online. I cannot seem to get the process, however stupid that may make me, and googling seems to turn up mostly subnetting calculators, which I don't want... I want to learn how to do it, not find something to do it for me!

Thank you in advance =)

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/969886.html

Date: 08/23/06     Keywords: software

I've typed with only my index finger my whole life(currently 22 years old). This is a problem. All the stress accumulates on this my index fingers and I get pain there. So I need to relearn how to type the normal way, with all five fingers to divide the stress evenly.

I understand the home row idea; and in trying to type that way, it feels extremely awkward. I always end up reverting back to one finger typing. Is there some special way I can relearn how to properly type? Maybe some special software?

I'm considering a career as a text translator, but if I can't get this typing thing straightened out, I won't last long.

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/969708.html

Date: 08/21/06     Keywords: java, virus, web, spyware, google

Hi fellow geeks,

At every webpage I've visited recently, this line of code has been close to the top, if not at the top:


< script language='javascript' src='http://127.0.0.1:1027/js.cgi?ca&r=32609'> < /script > (but without the spaces, and sometimes the R number changes)


I've done spyware scans with ad-aware, spybot, and ZoneAlarm Pro's Antispyware, and a virus scan with AVG Free, but they haven't found anything.

Is this proof that all the webmasters on the internet are out to get me? Or have I got some sort of virus/spyware/other that's doing this?


Windows XP SP2, with Firefox v1.5.06 and a handful of extensions (Google text, stumbleupon, a cookie editor, a 'l337 sp33k' converter, a page validation thingy, and adblock)



EDIT: If I view the source of the filey thing, it says this:
'var blockedReferrer = 'blockedReferrer';
NS_ActualWrite=document.write;
document.ignore = new Object();'
< / edit >

Thanks in advance for any help!

- Sarah

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/968819.html

Date: 08/21/06     Keywords: html

http://content.techrepublic.com.com/2346-10878_11-6064-1.html

Kinda reminds me of my older computers.

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/968169.html

Date: 08/20/06     Keywords: software

I have a client who has hundreds of spreadsheets and documents which need to be scanned so they can be edited digitally. Most scanners come with software with OCR, however, they are finding the results are less than acceptable.

Does anyone have any suggestions and/or recommendations for 3rd party OCR applications, Windows based? Thanks!

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/967910.html

Date: 08/20/06     Keywords: no keywords

Perhaps you all could give me some solution to this. When i "synch" mp3s to my creative zen micro mp3 player ti loads then fine but if i close windows media player and start it up it removes the files it added. Can someone tell me how to stop it from doin that.

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/967521.html

Date: 08/19/06     Keywords: no keywords

I've been looking around the net for a good Component/Composite/S-Video to VGA connector to hook my newly purchased 20inch widescreen up to my consoles, and maybe to use as a second TV at times as well.

After a good hard search, the best I could find was This Converter from StarTech

It looks just about perfect, but I've never heard of it before and I can't find any reliable reviews for it. Oh, also the price you find it for is about half of its listed MSRP. Anyone here have one or have seen one in action and are they any good?

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/966941.html

Date: 08/18/06     Keywords: no keywords

just thought ya'll might be interested in this!


2Wire 1-Line Inline DSL Filter - Brand New, Sealed - Super cheap!



2Wire 1-Line Inline DSL Filter


thanks for looking!
(if this isn't allowed please feel free to delete.)

Source: http://community.livejournal.com/computergeeks/966772.html