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21 Apr 2020, 09:17
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I changed the photo location. I will upload them to the TinBoats dedicated server. They will not be sitting on just any 3rd party hosting solution....
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REALLY large fonts on a chromebook?
by richg99 » 23 Jan 2020, 09:56
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I am trying to simply print out all 26 letters and numbers from 1 through 10 using a font large enough to fill a standard 8.5x11 page. Almost any...
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Yes, all of your help and comments have assisted me in many ways.
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Last post by richg99 23 Jan 2020, 19:31
MacBook OS Update Warning
by LDUBS » 04 Dec 2019, 12:49
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I'm not in any way tech savvy and I don't want to be. I just want to turn on the computer and use it. I guess everyone was warned about this a long...
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I guess I should start paying attention to that stuff. Haha
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Last post by LDUBS 09 Dec 2019, 19:57
spll chking not wrking on sme sites
by richg99 » 17 Jul 2019, 19:13
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Spell checking GRAMMARLY isn't working on a specific site.
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My spell checker in the Opera browser works fine there.
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Last post by gnappi 03 Sep 2019, 20:29
New marine hand held gps recommended??
by Buzzbait » 17 Jun 2019, 16:48
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I'm in market for a new handheld GPS for boat and am overwhelmed with it...so many different reveiws that are somewhat contradictory.. I'm going nuts...
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Yep, if that is all you are looking for, the Navionics app on a smart phone works great. I think it's $15.
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Last post by jethro 01 Jul 2019, 09:54
Backup Win / Dos script
by gnappi » 14 Mar 2019, 11:42
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All my professional and personal life I've been using RAID, as well as cloned drives, and daily a backup script to keep my ~120 gigs of
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there’s no going back...at least, with a simple script like the one you provided.
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Last post by gnappi 13 Apr 2019, 09:10
Now it's my E-MAIL
by HANGEYE » 09 Feb 2017, 16:55
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When I go to my E-MAIL, it askes me to enter my Network Password. When I do it says Login Failed. Maybe I forgt my password or something. With my...
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Google has really good spam filters, the only things that come through are things i've legitmately asked for. Stuff like cheaper than dirt fliers,...
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Last post by el_cheapo 27 Mar 2019, 10:23
Check Engine Light
by KMixson » 15 May 2017, 06:42
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I have a problem with my car that I have never heard of anyone having with their car before and I am a mechanic. As I drive to work from my...
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Last post by New River Rat 24 Feb 2019, 06:31
Mac Supports Windows Now!
by LDUBS » 18 Jul 2017, 18:30
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LOL!
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Heyyy... that's a GR8 use for my rusty Ipod :-) Jeez, I have no idea why I keep that around.
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Last post by gnappi 07 Jul 2018, 09:08
Just Downloaded Windows 10
by KMixson » 12 Aug 2015, 18:58
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I just downloaded Windows 10 today and my 2nd monitor would not connect to my CPU's video card. I downloaded the new Windows 10 drivers for my card...
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Just after your post I too went to Linux (mint) and I am so happy I did.
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Last post by gnappi 02 Jul 2018, 11:04
Help with Hard drive install
by lovedr79 » 24 Mar 2016, 08:06
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well the hard drive in my laptop died. so pulled the hard drive out of my old laptop where the mother board died last spring stuck it in. problem:...
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I own an Android pad. My wife owns an IPad. I have a Notebook for heavy usage, like doing my taxes.
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Last post by richg99 21 Jun 2017, 12:29
Internet Explorer
by HANGEYE » 09 May 2016, 23:27
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My computer just stops (freezes up) then I get a box in the middle of the screen that says Internet Explorer is not responding . I have to wait for a...
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IEX is and always has been a POS. ANYTHING is better. I've used Firefox since it was called Netscape Navigator, never looked back.
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Last post by gnappi 02 Jun 2017, 21:34
Anti-virus opinions
by hossthehermit » 05 Nov 2011, 07:32
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Wifey bought a new computer last spring, came with 6 months of Norton installed, it's down to 3 days, they want her to re-up. I know there are many...
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I use the paid version of Malwarebytes. I also like the Sophos Virus Removal Tool.
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Last post by stinkfoot 21 May 2017, 19:48
Sitting in Class this week
by Jim » 29 Mar 2017, 09:31
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Tough to sit in a week long class when your used to a daily routine. This is actually more tiring.
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One of my first ever jobs was as an IBM mainframe operator back in 1979 for a large UK bookies. We input the data on punchcards and 12 inch reel to...
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Last post by stinkfoot 30 Mar 2017, 21:28
Amazon Fire Tablet
by Jim » 05 Feb 2017, 07:01
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Whats the story with these things? They seem super cheap for $40
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I use some of the free download sites, but they don't include popular authors/titles. If there are places that do that, then I am not aware of them.
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Last post by LDUBS 08 Feb 2017, 22:07
LOWRANCE IP ADDRESS PROBLEM
by bptjr » 08 Jan 2017, 18:49
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I am trying to use a tp link router ,with a lowrance Ethernet cable that I cut one end off and installed rj45 connector on, to make my lowrance hds...
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Moving and bumping this! Hope you get this resolved!
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Last post by Jim 12 Jan 2017, 06:51
Build or buy?
by fish2keel » 11 Sep 2011, 23:44
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Hey guys,
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Building your own computer has advantages and disadvantages. If you enjoy the challenge, try building one. Some like to build their own fishing rods,...
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Last post by Fire1386 12 Dec 2016, 08:46
IT Guys - Splunk users?
by Jim » 12 Jun 2013, 20:17
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Anyone on board?
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I'm the server security admin and spent a great deal of time investigating SIEM solutions working with our desktop and network security admins....
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Last post by WaltR 03 Aug 2016, 22:32
Password Managers?
by KMixson » 17 May 2016, 06:59
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Does anyone use password manager apps? How safe are they? I am looking to get started using one. I have hundreds of passwords and am having a hard...
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I still use Keepass, a great free password vault by the way, at work, but switched to LastPass last year.
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Last post by WaltR 03 Aug 2016, 21:43
GPS
by putback » 26 Jul 2016, 20:16
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I have a Garmin nuvu 50 LM GPS. 3 yrs old never used. I've been searching the net to see if there is any way it can be utilized on a boat for...
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With regard to the Navionics app....even if you do not have a smart phone for use on the water, you might see if you can load it onto your home...
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Last post by richg99 29 Jul 2016, 14:59
Linux anyone?
by LOWEBIGJON » 30 Sep 2011, 21:48
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I have been using Linux for a few years now, there are many Linux distro's out there, it not hard to use and most of all it's free and you don't get...
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Ubuntu may or may not be the best choice for your laptop, it depends on what hardware is in it. There are other versions that are designed to run...
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Last post by perchjerker 12 Mar 2016, 07:38
Any Tablet users?
by wasilvers » 13 Dec 2011, 14:02
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If so, can you give a short review of it? I'm looking and am curious what others are liking/disliking about what they have.
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When you're at a store, looking at tablets, have them take it outside and view it in daylight.
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Last post by chuck99z28 28 Oct 2015, 06:01
PDF Editor
by gillhunter » 12 Jun 2015, 07:46
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Does anyone have a recommendation for free PDF Editor software. I would like to be able to edit some PDFs occasionally, but don't want to spend $ if...
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I use Inkscape. It's GNU license freeware, no SPAM. I've used it for about 5 or 6 years now. It has about 80-90% of the capabilities of Illustrator,...
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Last post by kofkorn 04 Aug 2015, 16:43
Help with Boat Wiring...SCL, UT.
by RedRockHunters » 24 Apr 2015, 01:45
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Hey Guys,
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Thanks for the info guys. As I get more wire connectors and etc... i am starting to see how it works. I can build a house but electricity is a new...
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Last post by RedRockHunters 24 Apr 2015, 14:16
Bose Anyone?
by Jim » 14 Oct 2013, 07:25
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Anyone a fan of Bose products?
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I have a connection for 50% off that is the only reason why. Im looking at wireless headphones now for exercise and daily train commutes to and from...
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Last post by Jim 21 Apr 2015, 07:09
Gamers- Dying Light Video Game
by Jim » 01 Feb 2015, 14:31
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I have not played a serious game in a long time :LOL2:, This game will change that I think. Anyone playing Dying Light? It looks Intense!...
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not much of a gamer i do play with a friend and he said told me about dying light and well have to try it
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Last post by Captain Kaos 23 Feb 2015, 22:10
new (to me) computer
by earl60446 » 14 Apr 2014, 22:51
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Just upgraded my pc from a pentium 4 running xp to a intel core 2 duo running win 7. Pretty sweet
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I found a hard copy on Amazon for $95
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Last post by crazymanme2 15 Dec 2014, 13:15
Linux and Adobe
by ggoldy » 28 Oct 2014, 10:55
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Since Adobe has abandoned Linux users, I'm wondering what folks are using as a replacement? Gnash? Lightspark? Another I'm not aware of?
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Thanks Wild_cat. The problem was with flashplayer. It seems to work fine now. I'm betting someone at Linux added an update to fix it. I just love my...
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Last post by ggoldy 08 Dec 2014, 13:27
Altimeter/GPS app
by bobberboy » 10 Jun 2014, 11:14
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I got an altimeter/GPS speedo app for my iPhone last week and got a chance to test it out in the Colorado Rockies. I compared the
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Great pics
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Last post by longshot 14 Sep 2014, 06:08
yahoo email sucks
by earl60446 » 03 May 2014, 20:57
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Like it says, yahoo email sucks, wiped out 4 of my 5 address groups, just gone. Just about everyday the browser based email displays emails after I...
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Always has and always will. I used it for a couple of days years ago before switching over to google and now iCloud.
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Last post by DrNip 04 May 2014, 23:43
NetFlix & Hulu on the home TV, HOW??
by sixgun86 » 11 Jul 2012, 14:41
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We are moving to a new place and do not want to sign a two year contract for TV so we are going to a Netflix, Hulu, internet tv service with an...
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We have both a Roku and a NeosMax. Had I been smart enough to buy the more expensive Roku with the USB port I would only have one unit. The USB...
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