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my shutdown takes forever

I guess there are a lot of possibilities. You didn't say what OS. If Windows NT, 2000, XP, or 2003 did you check the Event Viewer to see if you were getting Userenv / Event ID 1000 errors? If you're getting those at shutdown time you might try this little utility from Microsoft. I've seen it...
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- Post #4
- Sep 22, 2004
- Forum: Computer Building
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PC-WELT discovers and fixes serious security issue in Windows XP SP2

Hmmm. I won't claim to know precisely the underpinnings of ICF and ICS, but they aren't really the "same" component insofar as the way the user interface presents them. A user can certainly (apparently) enable ICF without enabling ICS. I'm not sure what would be the rational for allowing a...
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- Post #4
- Sep 22, 2004
- Forum: Operating Systems
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PC-WELT discovers and fixes serious security issue in Windows XP SP2

When I installed my first release candidate of SP2 I looked at the firewall setup, and the way it was designed seemed unusual but logical to me. I have a LAN at home behind a router and a connection to Comcast cable, but I also take my notebook to work and connect to other networks. One of the...
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- Post #2
- Sep 21, 2004
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Why would my system randomly forget the Wireless Security key?

I would be willing to bet that Microsoft support would have a pretty good idea of what was going on -- especially if you organize the info in this thread and give them the whole scoop. I've always had excellent luck with MS support people. I hope you find an answer. And, if you do, I hope you...
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- Post #17
- Sep 14, 2004
- Forum: Networking
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Why would my system randomly forget the Wireless Security key?

Ouch! I feel like I've been sucker-punched! Heh. It's important for you to give us ALL of the pertinent information up front. This is the second surprise in the thread. Lacking any clue from you about important variations from the standard theme (i.e. the fact that you were using something...
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- Post #15
- Sep 14, 2004
- Forum: Networking
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Help a networking dummy

I hope you'll post back here with your results. We'll be routing for you. Well, okay, actually your router will be routing for you. We'll just be hoping that it works out for you! prosaic
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- Post #10
- Sep 13, 2004
- Forum: Networking
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Why would my system randomly forget the Wireless Security key?

That is very, very interesting. I'm not familiar with this newer version of the Microsoft broadband connection software. The router seems to support WPA. Does your client adapter support it? If so, why not use it? It would beat the heck out of 64 bit WEP. (When I used WEP I manually changed the...
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- Post #13
- Sep 13, 2004
- Forum: Networking
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Why would my system randomly forget the Wireless Security key?

Well, that's quite a bit different than the scenario I was envisioning. I briefly used the utility to which you refer a few months ago. (Not sure it would have been the same version you are using, though.) I was configuring a Microsoft USB network adapter for a friend. I wound up uninstalling...
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- Post #11
- Sep 11, 2004
- Forum: Networking
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Help a networking dummy

I'm familiar with the wizard, having examined it in disbelief a number of times. The problem with the wizard is that it is Microsoft-centric and makes assumptions and pronouncements about the network setup that just don't match the way a lot of people set up their home networks. Very few of the...
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- Post #8
- Sep 11, 2004
- Forum: Networking
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Why would my system randomly forget the Wireless Security key?

Assuming this is XP and that SP2 has been applied there's no need for any other updates to the OS. IME the MS wireless applet has always worked fine for NICs that had decent drivers, MS or otherwise. I have it working with SMC, Linksys, Buffalo, Cisco, and Orinoco gear with nary a glitch. And...
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- Post #9
- Sep 11, 2004
- Forum: Networking
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Help a networking dummy

I think you're using the wrong option by choosing to use the networking wizard. That way lies madness. You should really check out the link suggested by JackMDS. Really. The problem with the networking wizard, and the reason you are seeing the warning, is that the wizard is proceeding on the...
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- Post #6
- Sep 10, 2004
- Forum: Networking
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Why would my system randomly forget the Wireless Security key?

What utility are you talking about? How does it show that you have the "incorrect network key"? Maybe I'm on the wrong track here, but it almost sounds as though you are looking at the password mask in the wireless connection applet (Windows XP maybe?) and seeing fewer dots than you...
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- Post #6
- Sep 10, 2004
- Forum: Networking
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If you were forced to give up your desktop for a laptop which would you buy??

I'd put in a vote for a low-end Toshiba Tecra like one of the "M" models without a burner and other extras, if you don't need those extras. I got a higher end model in September, but it was well over $3,000. (It has a DVD burner, high res screen, other stuff.) The battery life hangs around 5-6...
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- Post #36
- Dec 23, 2003
- Forum: Laptops
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FAT 32 or NTFS?

1. Data located on NTFS partitions is far less likely to be rendered inaccessible than data on FAT partitions. 2. Windows 2000/XP CDs and their recovery options are less likely to fail than a boot floppy. 3. Users, and particularly tech support people, need to learn to use the correct tools for...
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- Post #21
- Dec 18, 2003
- Forum: Operating Systems
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blackinches looking for a recommendation on a shoebox pc

Uh, I thought it was finger down throat, not tongue in cheek, that caused people to throw up? So sorry. - prosaic
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- Post #9
- Dec 14, 2003
- Forum: Laptops
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blackinches looking for a recommendation on a shoebox pc

People who call blackinches a Turd are being mean. Prosaic has been called a turd before, and with more justification than the use of the third person when referring to himself. Prosaic sympathizes with blackinches and expresses hope for world peace -- starting with respectful treatment of those...
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- Post #7
- Dec 14, 2003
- Forum: Laptops
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Why is fat32 so much faster?

In an attempt to correct quickly what I think may be a few misapprehensions that have been expressed in this thread so far -- 1. FAT32 partitions can be quite large, much larger than the 2 gigabyte limit imposed by FAT16. 2. The size limitation (32 GB) imposed upon FAT32 partitions by WinXP at...
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- Post #11
- Dec 14, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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Code-Morphing CPUs and Driver Compatibility

Thanks for your help. Yeah, I know that the memory is probably okay, but I won't be able to lay this to rest (or, likely, get much response from Transmeta without being armed with some solid data) without pursuing this as far as it can be pursued. You've been very patient. As I said, my real...
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- Post #11
- Dec 12, 2003
- Forum: Ask a Technical Professional
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Checking windows updates are installed?

I use MBSA (Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer) and HFNetChk. Unfortunately, the detection engines (They're the same, actually.) are not capable of detecting the presence of all of the critical updates that might be on a system. They also give false positives in some cases where another update...
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- Post #4
- Dec 12, 2003
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Code-Morphing CPUs and Driver Compatibility

Well, memtest86 is up to the 8th pass with no errors reported. I'll let it run overnight. If this and, possibly, a subsequent check of the memory in a tester show no fault in the memory I'm going to consider trying to open a dialog with someone at Transmeta. My new-found friend from the red-eye...
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- Post #8
- Dec 11, 2003
- Forum: Ask a Technical Professional
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Code-Morphing CPUs and Driver Compatibility

Ah, yes. That will teach me to post a reply without first checking the link. I went there immediately after replying, found the CD image download, burned it, and used it. After 1 full pass there were no errors reported. I had to interrupt the testing in order to get on with my business today. I...
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- Post #7
- Dec 11, 2003
- Forum: Ask a Technical Professional
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Code-Morphing CPUs and Driver Compatibility

Thanks for the replies! CTho9305 -- I thought that code morphing (at least for the Transmeta processors) did remember across power off cycles, but Peter says not so. It seemed to me that Transmeta was touting this technology as a performance improver. That doesn't seem to make sense if they...
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- Post #4
- Dec 11, 2003
- Forum: Ask a Technical Professional
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Code-Morphing CPUs and Driver Compatibility

This is a borderline troubleshooting question, so, if it's outside the purview of this section I can post elsewhere. But the question involves a pretty complex situation, so I thought I'd give it a shot here first. I have a Toshiba Libretto L5 (subnotebook) that uses a Transmeta Crusoe TM5800...
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- Dec 11, 2003
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Ask a Technical Professional
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What notebook has everything that i want configured?

Some Toshiba Tecra and Portege models have all of those features. Good build quality and a 3 year warranty, too. I use a Libretto L5 for daily use but have a Tecra M1 to lug around when I need more power. - prosaic
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- Post #5
- Dec 9, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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Windows XP + DSL + Router ... should I be running a firewall?

Which version of Tiny Personal Firewall are you using? If you're using an older version then the version 4 interface may seem more friendly. It sounds as though you need to focus on the concept of trusted versus non-trusted networks. TPF and ZoneAlarm both allow you to define differences in the...
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- Post #4
- Dec 4, 2003
- Forum: Networking
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MS Outlkook hijacked my attachment

Uh, yeah, forgot about the woman. I'm glad she doesn't hang out here. She'd probably take this conversation as a sign that she's being taken for granted. WTH, I've been with her for over 30 years. We're like a pair of old shoes, well-matched-and-worn and not of any particular interest unless you...
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- Post #15
- Dec 2, 2003
- Forum: Windows
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MS Outlkook hijacked my attachment

Hi, Yes, I think you're talking about Slovak's Attachment Options. I linked to it in my long-winded first post. It works quite well. - prosaic
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- Post #12
- Dec 2, 2003
- Forum: Windows
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MS Outlkook hijacked my attachment

Wealthy? Well, I've always said that all I needed was a place to sleep, a few clothes, and a library card to keep me happy. If things keep going the way they've been going the last couple of years I may get my wish at retirement time! ;)
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- Post #10
- Dec 2, 2003
- Forum: Windows
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MS Outlkook hijacked my attachment

I understand... ...but I'm glad I get protected from myself on occasion. I guess I'm just extra cautious. I prefer having more than one layer of defense against the nasties. Besides, I often committ myself to all sorts of actions without knowing the full ramifications of those actions. I don't...
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- Post #8
- Dec 2, 2003
- Forum: Windows
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MS Outlkook hijacked my attachment

I'm not trying to be contrary, but I'd like to offer a gentle reminder that we all need to be protected from ourselves on occasion. In this case you might consider the possibility that this is one of those occasions for you. The only reason I suggest this is that it seems to me that, if you...
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- Post #4
- Dec 2, 2003
- Forum: Windows
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Synchronizing Laptop with Desktop

Beyond Compare from Scooter Software has been working beautifully for me for several years. You can create different types of sessions for specific directory structures on the two machines. You can specify what file types to include, what file types to exclude, apply rules for time differences...
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- Post #2
- Dec 1, 2003
- Forum: Operating Systems
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screensaver tab is missing - help please!!

If I had to guess, and I do, I'd say that the domain admin enabled a policy to prevent the Screensaver tab from showing up in the Display Properties dialog. I use this policy myself. I imagine you'll need to ask the domain admin to send someone to your machine to log in as a domain admin and...
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- Post #2
- Nov 21, 2003
- Forum: Operating Systems
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SQL Server 2000 error

You're welcome. There was some interesting reading amongst those links. - prosaic
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- Post #4
- Nov 20, 2003
- Forum: Windows
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SQL Server 2000 error

MSKB article brief discussion that might be related information about four fifths of the way down this page a little info about firehose cursors some possibly pertinent information on MSDN and another discussion Does any of that help? - prosaic
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- Post #2
- Nov 20, 2003
- Forum: Windows
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IE: Click-Scrolling Scrolling Too Far

Well, ain't that a kick? I checked the systems at home. ALL of them were affected. I wonder what differentiates the affected systems from those that aren't affected. Hmmm. Thanks for that info, MrMilney. I suspected that was the issue. - prosaic
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- Post #5
- Nov 14, 2003
- Forum: Windows
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IE: Click-Scrolling Scrolling Too Far

I'll give you a hand. <claps> Sorry. I have the same problem -- since installing that last IE 6 SP1 security patch from the Windows update site. Clicking on a blank portion of the scroll bar used to get me the same effect as hitting the PgDn or PgUp button. No longer. Two pages at a time. I've...
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- Post #2
- Nov 14, 2003
- Forum: Windows
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Windows "Services"

I believe that wanmpsvc.exe is installed by AOL software. I've seen it on a few systems that were running the more recent versions of AOL. - prosaic
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- Post #5
- Oct 20, 2003
- Forum: Windows
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Recommendations on what services to disable in XP?

If you look closely at the task manager's processes tab and add up the memory footprints and cpu use of these "unnecessary" services I imagine that you'll find that the memory and cpu time being "sucked up" is pretty damned small. Seriously, there are some good reasons (security enhancement and...
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- Post #6
- Oct 15, 2003
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Difference between CARDBUS and PC CARD TYPE II and III ?

Would that be Frequently Unasked Questions? Heh-heh. Freudian slip??? ;) - prosaic
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- Post #6
- Oct 8, 2003
- Forum: Laptops
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Difference between CARDBUS and PC CARD TYPE II and III ?

Type II and III refer to the thickness or form factor of the PC Card. Type II cards will fit into a single standard slot. Type III cards only actually use one connector but are thick enough to take up two standard slots. Some common devices that may use the Type III form factor are hard...
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- Post #2
- Oct 8, 2003
- Forum: Laptops

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