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Borland C++ Builder Contest / Re: Entering SMIRF 8x8 + 10x8 Chess Program

« Last post by mouser on July 16, 2006, 02:36 PM »

your concern is valid Defenestration, however,
my memory is that smirf came by soon after the contest started and smirf wasn't really available to the public at that point.  only after he had entered it did he make it available to the public on his page, so that's still ok.

clearly smirf is a giant project that he's been working on for a while, but since it wasnt public before the contest it seems a valid entry to me.  that's my understanding but smirf can fill us in. 

for example see this post above from april, which is when i think he made a download available:

Now an always actual SMIRF download (1.7 MB) could be found at my page: http://www.chessbox....u/schachsmirf_e.html

30702

Living Room / Chasm: Wonderfully animated flash game

« Last post by mouser on July 16, 2006, 02:05 PM »

This click adventure is very profressionally drawn and animated with tons of personality.  Excellent but tricky.
You cant just solve this by clicking around, you have to figure out the puzzles.

http://www.abc.net.a.../chasm/chasmgame.htm

from can't remember, sorry!

30703

Living Room / Re: Problem with some keys/characters

« Last post by mouser on July 16, 2006, 12:34 PM »

i seem to remember a sticky keys setting in windows that sometimes kicks in.. it's for accessibility problems.  that might be a clue.

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Living Room / Re: Unable to find or download license keys!!!

« Last post by mouser on July 16, 2006, 12:26 PM »

  sarah relax!! you are among friends now

i sent you a thank you for your donation already and you should have gotten another email with more info including activation code and license.  Check any spam folder in your email box - sometimes they get sent there.

feel free to email me directly ([email protected]) or send me a message on the forum if you can't find it; we'll get you sorted out and happy in no time.

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Mini-Reviews by Members / New User Mini Review Feature Page Coming

« Last post by mouser on July 16, 2006, 11:28 AM »

I'm going to set up a page for user-written mini reviews much like this page of c++ builder contest entries, which is based off of the blog system:

https://www.donation...ests/bcb/entries.php

Basically each item is linked to a forum post where there is a screenshot,etc.

So I could use some help identifying the posts where user-written mini reviews are posted.

Then the mini review section will get its own page on the proper website.

30706

Coding Snacks / New Coding Snacks listing page

« Last post by mouser on July 16, 2006, 11:26 AM »

I'm going to set up a page for non-skrommel user-written coding snacks much like this page of c++ builder contest entries, which is based off of the blog system:

https://www.donation...ests/bcb/entries.php

Basically each item is linked to a forum post where there is a screenshot,etc.

So I could use some help identifying the posts where user-written (non-skrommel) coding snacks are posted.

Then the coding snacks items will be added to the top of the coding snacks page.

Please post replies here with links to such coding snacks posts.

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Borland C++ Builder Contest / New Page Showing Screenshots of Contest Entries and Download URLs!

« Last post by mouser on July 16, 2006, 10:55 AM »

Ok we've created a page to show off some of the entries and let people try those programs that the authors have decided to make available:

https://www.donation...ests/bcb/entries.php

The entries on that page are actually built from the posts in this section.  If your program isn't listed there yet, just make a post here and attach a screenshot (and attach the program itself if you want to make it available), and I will add it to that page of entries.  Then people will be able to try it and give some feedback.

Great work everyone who decided to make their programs available!
 

ps. you can also now get to that page from the sidebar on the main contest page http://bcbcontest.donationcoder.com

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Living Room / Re: Check this flash animation

« Last post by mouser on July 16, 2006, 08:34 AM »

thunder, as someone who likes fractals, you should have posted here:
https://www.donation...dex.php?topic=2625.0

30709

General Software Discussion / Re: Windows XP Myths

« Last post by mouser on July 16, 2006, 02:51 AM »

cool find. 

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Borland C++ Builder Contest / Re: Calling all BCB Contest Entrants - Post a Hello On This Thread

« Last post by mouser on July 15, 2006, 08:08 PM »

Great to see people chiming in here 

What do you guys think about us making a kind of gallery page with screenshots and blurbs about your programs, and download/webpage links if you want?  It might be nice to get some attention to your programs if and when you are ready to share them with the world.

I know a few of you have expressed reservations about revealing your programs before the end of the contest.  I'd like to encourage you to be make them available now but it's completely up to you.

If any of you are interested in making a web page for your donationware programs we can make some space available for you as part of the thanks for taking part in the contest.

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Borland C++ Builder Contest / CONTEST UPDATE JULY 15th: THIRTY DAY EXTENSION AND PRIZE PACKAGE DETAILS

« Last post by mouser on July 15, 2006, 07:28 PM »

Geetings to all entrants in the DonationCoder.com C++ Builder contest!

Thank you for participating.  We're very excited about the contest, and we hope you have had fun coding

After some consideration we have decided to extend the deadline of the contest for 30 days, until August 14th.  This will be a one time extension, and no submissions will be accepted after that date.

If you are already happy with your current submission, there is nothing further you need to do.  Otherwise you might take the time to write some more documentation, or so some finishing touches.

We have updated the contest web page to include much more detailed prize package information and I encourage you to check it out:

https://www.donationcoder.com/Contests/bcb/

Try out some of the current entries here:
https://www.donation...ests/bcb/entries.php

We've also clarified the rules to make clear that you may still sell any programs you submit, as long as you make the current version available as donationware for personal use.


We also invite entrants to make their programs available on the forum for others to try.  I can help you post it or make a web page for it if you like.  It will be fun and helpful for you to get some feedback.

I apologize if the 30 day extension is inconvenient for anyone.

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General Software Discussion / Article: Microsoft Withdraws Private Folder App - wtf?!?!

« Last post by mouser on July 15, 2006, 03:17 PM »

from: http://www.betanews....older_App/1152917352

Following a barrage of criticism from security experts and IT administrators, Microsoft has withdrawn its new Private Folder application.
...
Private Folder was designed to hide data from the hard drive in addition to protecting it with a password. However, the application quickly drew concern from administrators who feared users would lose their password and not be able to unlock their files. In addition, parents voiced worry that kids could use Private Folder to hide content they download.

wtf is going on here?

more here: http://www.betanews....riticized/1152565309

Microsoft has released an application that would make it possible for those who share a PC or account to store files in a separate folder that only they may access. The move has been criticized, however, as some say the program could be misused, hiding content from IT administrators.
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The software is called Private Folder 1.0, and hides data from the hard drive in addition to protecting it with a password. While no support will be given for the product, it will be available to those who verify their software as genuine through Microsoft's Windows Genuine Advantage Program.

But response to Private Folder from some was not positive. "An alleged security app that's easily circumvented and completely unsupported, with absolutely no documentation? Oh, dear. With all due respect, who the heck came up with this and why?" a user named "Drew" posted to the MSBlog on Monday.

Additionally, if a user loses the password to the folder, there is no way for Microsoft --or an administrator -- to unlock the files to regain access, something that many of the application's detractors found problematic.

if i am understanding this right.. microsoft released a program for encrypting files and people got all upset that it could encrypt files, and then microsoft withdrew it?  huh?

[actually the stuff above about how it was released without any support or documentation etc. does sound like ms is asking for a tech support nightmare and it doesn't make any sense to me why ms would release such a thing, but still..]

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Found Deals and Discounts / Re: MS Virtual PC is now free

« Last post by mouser on July 15, 2006, 12:38 PM »

yeah, i have a few donated boxed copies of virtualpc from microsoft..
hmm maybe now we know why they donated them..

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Living Room / Re: Within A Deep Forest - oldschool game

« Last post by mouser on July 15, 2006, 09:11 AM »

i'm almost done.. have everything but last ball.
as eoin says, it is tough and frustrating at times, but very compelling and very very well balanced game which keeps you playing to see what's next.

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Living Room / Re: Amazing collaborative drawing site.

« Last post by mouser on July 15, 2006, 09:05 AM »

wow, that is cool.

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Living Room / Re: Check this flash animation

« Last post by mouser on July 15, 2006, 08:01 AM »

incredible... just boggles the mind how much work went into that one..

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Living Room / Re: My girlfriend says I am just being paranoid

« Last post by mouser on July 15, 2006, 03:37 AM »

just a friendly reminder that we try not to bring politics to this forum.
the real world is all messed up - in here we try to keep it friendly 

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Mini-Reviews by Members / Re: Stumbleupon - better pass your time on the web

« Last post by mouser on July 15, 2006, 03:31 AM »

welcome to the site mukestar, glad you found us 

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Living Room / Re: Sensual Massager for Women that comes with Programable Software

« Last post by mouser on July 14, 2006, 12:30 PM »

there's only one question:

Spoiler

should we try to get a discount for members? 

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Living Room / Re: Sensual Massager for Women that comes with Programable Software

« Last post by mouser on July 14, 2006, 12:29 PM »

this could be the perfect present for programmer couples..
the guy can take some pride in the writing of good programs..

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Living Room / Sensual Massager for Women that comes with Programable Software

« Last post by mouser on July 14, 2006, 12:14 PM »

Ok i had to post this - this is for mature readers only.
For the adventurous software connoisseur woman in your life (which could be yourself), this might be the perfect gift..

Je Joue Sensual Massager

Je Joue is a brand new concept in pleasure that promises to have you all aquiver.

The first intimate massager to be inspired by the techniques of foreplay - Je Joue is more creative than the most talented lover!

It quivers, glides and swirls over your most delicately sensitive areas in patterns of infinite variation for a truly thrilling experience.

We've called these patterns Grooves, and your handset comes with 10 of our finest.

The beauty of Je Joue is that it lets you create your own Grooves or customise the ones we've created for you.

Once you discover the moves that really do it for you, you can save them to create a treasure chest of your own personal favourites. Then combine them to create uniquely personal Grooves that really hit the spot.

http://www.jejoue.com/

Upload your latest creation or download something new at PleasureShare – the global Groove directory.

This is where all the Grooves written by Je Joue users are posted. Using PleasureWare while you are connected to the internet, you can search the hundreds of Grooves in the PleasureShare directory by title, author, or date, and download (or upload) to your heart’s content!

(groove editor info: http://www.jejoue.co...jejoue/main.asp?p=13)

from wired news article (http://www.wired.com...-0.html?tw=rss.index)


PRICE: looks like 130 british pounds (maybe ~ $200?)

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Living Room / Re: AOL 1.0 Disk sells for $9K on ebay

« Last post by mouser on July 14, 2006, 11:10 AM »

wtf..
well i only have one thing to say..
better save your donationcoder member kits! 

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Living Room / Re: Born in the wrong time...

« Last post by mouser on July 14, 2006, 09:24 AM »

So, I've decided I was born in the wrong time, either 10 years to early, or 30 years too late.  Bummer.

look at your avatar rover - you are clearly from the late 1940s or early 1950s.

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Clipboard Help+Spell / Re: Calling the Modify Format/Case dialog box

« Last post by mouser on July 14, 2006, 09:08 AM »

it probably should be there as well.. good idea.

by the way superticker how do you feel about the left click of tray menu?
i cannot make up my mind about it.. on one hand, its nice to show recent clips with left click,
but on the other hand it makes double clicking on tray icon sometimes act up a bit.

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Living Room / Re: Check this flash animation

« Last post by mouser on July 14, 2006, 09:06 AM »

very very very cool. nice find thunder7.

a screenshot: