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Living Room / Re: Java Update on Tuesday

« Last post by tomos on January 16, 2013, 04:07 AM »

thanks for that tip mwb!

My understanding is that if you install the Java runtime (JRE) with the optional toolbar, any (or maybe just some) JRE automatic updates will include a pre-checked option to include the toolbar in the update - even if you turned off the toolbar option on the initial install. So you have to remember to deselect that thing each time.

-mwb1100 (January 16, 2013, 02:29 AM)

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AFAIK I havent installed the ASK toolbar (but I may have done - and done a quick system restore after). Anyways, just to say the ASK option is always ticked here by default.

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Living Room / Re: Microsoft to patch Internet Explorer zero-day flaw today

« Last post by tomos on January 16, 2013, 03:10 AM »

I believe the proper patch there is simply to delete them.

-Renegade (January 14, 2013, 09:16 PM)

  I think your right.  I have it installed just in case I need it, but have it disabled in the browser...

-Tinman57 (January 15, 2013, 06:26 PM)

did I miss something? - what's the 'it' there ("have it disabled in the browser...")

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Announce Your Software/Service/Product / Re: File manager Desk & Archive

« Last post by tomos on January 16, 2013, 02:57 AM »

^ sounds good, I must have another look

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Screenshot Captor / Re: "Save [copy of image] as" confusing cause it works different to "Save as"

« Last post by tomos on January 15, 2013, 03:36 PM »

the default folder for save as.. let me ponder this..

-mouser (January 15, 2013, 03:27 PM)

once I figured what was happening, I saved the next one in the correct folder. It remembers that - i.e. it remembers the previous save location.
So, this could have been user 'error', I dunno.

Thanks for the button tip

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Screenshot Captor / Re: "Save [copy of image] as" confusing cause it works different to "Save as"

« Last post by tomos on January 15, 2013, 03:23 PM »

Okay, after a bit of misunderstanding things, I've figured it out:
the problem is that I'm saving the 'save as'/new file elsewhere, i.e. not in the same folder.

SC then cannot show it, so when I move to another file, the changes made are applied to the original.


This was complicated (for me) by the following:

I actually initially thought I was saving in the same folder, but I wasnt.
The default 'Screenshots' folder is
My Documents\DonationCoder\ScreenshotCaptor\Screenshots

I changed this to
Z:\My Documents\Screenshots

when I go to 'save as', it goes to the default one - I dont know is this SC's responsibility or mine ...

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General Software Discussion / Re: MagicRAR Drive Press - worth anything?

« Last post by tomos on January 15, 2013, 01:26 PM »

Let's try and remain calm and continue focusing on having a constructive discussion.

-Josh (January 15, 2013, 10:13 AM)

hi Josh,
my last post was an honest and fair analysis (okay, okay, not very amicable ) pointing out that I reckoned there was little chance of any more constructive discussion. This has been confirmed since - on both sides as I read it. Simonking is doing an excellent job for his company, but as you can see there's no more debate. Because of that I request that both related threads be locked.

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Finished Programs / Re: TicToc Title

« Last post by tomos on January 15, 2013, 11:53 AM »

hi BTJ was talking to you on irs, but got distracted...

XP mode is a virtual copy of XP that you run within 7 (disclaimer - I haven't used it).

Compatibility is more attractive, cause the app runs in 7 - but hopefully it runs more like it did on XP.
Try out a couple of the compatibility settings, run the app, and see if it improves.

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Developer's Corner / Look Look I changed the Title :p

« Last post by tomos on January 15, 2013, 09:50 AM »

Do you think is this going to be implementable in regular .jpg .jpeg files?

if so, wonder how long it'll take...

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General Software Discussion / Re: MagicRAR Drive Press - worth anything?

« Last post by tomos on January 15, 2013, 09:09 AM »

^ If the developer doesnt care to respond to the last points made; ignores responses made by the investigator; misrespresents said investegator's research; and makes baseless claims spurious at this stage of discussions - I would say the case is closed.

Anyone who reads the thread at this stage can see enough to decide whether they want to use the product or not.
A Big Thank You to f0dder, for all the brilliant research

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Living Room / Re: The Free Videos Thread

« Last post by tomos on January 15, 2013, 07:32 AM »

^

The uploader has not made this video available in your country.
Sorry about that.

wonder what that's about...

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Screenshot Captor / "Save [copy of image] as" confusing cause it works different to "Save as"

« Last post by tomos on January 15, 2013, 07:16 AM »

Screenshot Captor
"Save Copy of Image As"



Okay, it doesnt say 'Save as' but I did expect it to work similarly
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what I expected:
do a bit of work on a file, then 'save as' would leave the original untouched, and create a new copy which would include any modifications made.
what we get:
both files are changed.

i.e. the correct approach would be to create a copy and *then* edit it.

I dont expect you to change the behaviour* but I have gotten caught by this a couple of times before, and was wondering if you could make the wording clearer. I dont even have a suggestion myself, so I'm throwing it out there....


*  but if it were an option it would be clearer.

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General Software Discussion / Re: which is the most advanced pdf editor?

« Last post by tomos on January 15, 2013, 06:17 AM »

I do need to create a draft layout that wont be published anyway, so I might try it, thanks

-tomos (January 13, 2013, 01:47 PM)

-of course there is also the 'free' Adobe InCopy / InDesign CS2...

http://www.adobepres...article.asp?p=466357

-Curt (January 14, 2013, 04:54 PM)

yes, hadnt thought of that yet (believe it or not)

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Finished Programs / Re: TicToc Title

« Last post by tomos on January 14, 2013, 04:02 PM »

Have you tried the various compatibility modes?
(dont know would they help but best to check I guess)

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Living Room / Re: How to disable Java

« Last post by tomos on January 14, 2013, 08:18 AM »

Anyone know what JavaFX is?

-tomos (January 14, 2013, 07:58 AM)

Some stuff to make it easier to make GUIs with Java, AFAIK (a bit of a simplification ).

should that go as well?

-tomos (January 14, 2013, 07:58 AM)

If you don't know you need it, there's a good chance you can simply remove it - haven't bumped into any applications requiring it. It's installed by default by at least some versions of the JRE, so there's a good chance you got it without asking for it.

-f0dder (January 14, 2013, 08:07 AM)

thanks - it's gone - will report if there's any problems

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General Software Discussion / Re: Rumors of Adobe releasing CS2 for free? (true or NOT true)

« Last post by tomos on January 14, 2013, 08:08 AM »

^ yes, there is a certain amount of uncertainty even there.

Also, I was wondering had they delayed uploading the remaining titles because they were looking to find a more secure way of doing it. Or maybe it's just incompetence...

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General Software Discussion / Re: Babylon 10

« Last post by tomos on January 14, 2013, 08:05 AM »

it's a bummer when software you love goes like that ...

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Living Room / Re: How to disable Java

« Last post by tomos on January 14, 2013, 07:58 AM »

I uninstalled Java seeing as I had an older version anyway.

Anyone know what JavaFX is?

==================================================
Entry Name          : JavaFX 2.1.1
Installation Date   : 2012-06-24 14:13:57
Installation Folder : C:\Program Files (x86)\Oracle\JavaFX 2.1 Runtime\
Install Source      : C:\Users\_____\AppData\LocalLow\Oracle\Java\FX2.0\
Installer           : Windows Installer
==================================================

should that go as well?

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General Software Discussion / Re: which is the most advanced pdf editor?

« Last post by tomos on January 14, 2013, 07:08 AM »

I wonder how Scribus would do...

Scribus
www.scribus.net/
Professional layout and publishing software supporting EPS and SVG import/export, and PDF support. [GNU GPL]

designed to export to PDF - I dont know if it can import/open PDFs, but if it can I reckon it would be pretty powerful.

Latest version is 1.4.etc
The release notes for 1.4.0 says
"Now that Scribus 1.4.0 has been released, the Scribus Team will focus on stabilizing the 1.5 development branch, which will comprise amazing new features like support for PDF/X-1a, PDF/X-4 and PDF/E, Mesh Gradients, native PDF import"
http://wiki.scribus....canvas/1.4.0_Release
my emphasis - I'm not 100% sure what it means though

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General Software Discussion / Re: Rumors of Adobe releasing CS2 for free? (true or NOT true)

« Last post by tomos on January 14, 2013, 06:46 AM »

Just as endnote: Adobe forum thread with clarifications from Dov Isaacs  (mentioned in Forbes article) seems to be deleted.
I wonder if it's not my VPN issue?

-fenixproductions (January 14, 2013, 03:41 AM)

Nope, it looks like they've rewritten history, as the other staffer's comments were removed as well. They've been all replaced with the official (?) line

-dr_andus (January 14, 2013, 05:59 AM)

the official line seems to be still this - (Post # 68 on the same page)

Effective December 13, Adobe disabled the activation server for CS2 products and Acrobat 7 because of a technical glitch. These products were released over 7 years ago and do not run on many modern operating systems. But to ensure that any customers activating those old versions can continue to use their software, we issued a serial number directly to those customers.  While this might be interpreted as Adobe giving away software for free, we did it to help our customers.

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I'm not sure what exactly was removed/changed, but I think other comments were/are from Adobe staff that are more, eh, realistic...

Still quite a mess for people who actually bought the software and need to reinstall - many 'titles' are still not available:

89. Jeff A Wright,
10-Jan-2013 17:28   in reply to -X-Man

-X-Man I apologize but I don't have any specific updates to report at the moment.  We are aware that the following software titles are currently unavailable:

    Production Studio Premium
    After Effects 7.0
    GoLive 9.0
    Creative Suite 2 for additional languages
    Acrobat 7 Professional

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General Software Discussion / Re: which is the most advanced pdf editor?

« Last post by tomos on January 13, 2013, 05:18 PM »

@tomos - if the goal is print, not pdf, then X5 is excellent. If Pdf > not really.
I disagree with brotman on Serif's pdf capabilities, prior to X6 (which is fine):
Before X5 it was merely "import Pdf", never "Save as Pdf".

-Curt (January 13, 2013, 04:52 PM)

thanks Curt.
(also - sorry, I wasnt clear about printing - I meant print-shop/professional printing.)

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General Software Discussion / Re: Rumors of Adobe releasing CS2 for free? (true or NOT true)

« Last post by tomos on January 13, 2013, 05:12 PM »

^ I've seen a few comments though saying it worked fine

... I think on the slickdeals thread:

More info via ghacks update3 and slickdeals-

http://slickdeals.ne...mac-digital-download

-cmpm (January 07, 2013, 12:18 PM)

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General Software Discussion / Re: which is the most advanced pdf editor?

« Last post by tomos on January 13, 2013, 01:47 PM »

I'm fond of Serif's Page Plus.  It reads and writes PDF files, and offers extensive editing features.  It should be cheaper than Adobe products. it lists at around$100, plus it is often available in special offers  at reduced prices (as a longtime customer I got Page Plus X5 for around $50).    You can also get older and/or starter  versions for free on their website.  I dont know if their starter version includes PDF Support.  I think they've been PDF compatible since around V8 Note the current version v6 is equivalent to version 16. The page for X6 can be found here http://www.serif.com/pageplus/index.aspx .   The free downloads link is in the top bar.

Added Note:  FWIW: I was just at game giveaway of the day and they had an ad for Page Plus X5 for $30!  this version is only one off the current and DOES include PDF Support!  I've included the Direct link below in case the ad rotation removes the ad...

http://www.serif.com...CB5rQCFUid4AodCVsARA

-brotman (January 13, 2013, 12:38 PM)

that sounds tempting (even if you never use it )
Is it particulary easy to use? Have you ever used it for print-shop/professional printing (any level)?

I do need to create a draft layout that wont be published anyway, so I might try it, thanks

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Living Room / Re: When to trust co-workers with your income?

« Last post by tomos on January 13, 2013, 01:19 PM »

I'm confused by the change from 'I' to 'we'.
Have you talked to the others about things/ideas/possibilities?

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General Software Discussion / Re: Q: Java for Safari on iPhone4?

« Last post by tomos on January 13, 2013, 11:18 AM »

Keep in mind that you will not see any popups or warning signs if you get hit by a drive-by exploit, and this kind of thing doesn't just happen for people who are browsing for porn or pirated software - all it takes is one exploited banner server.

-f0dder (January 12, 2013, 07:06 PM)

I have my brother-in-law's laptop on the floor here. It is totally incapacitated in spite of an antivirus/security system with one of the best reputations around. He has no recovery disk, and knows very little about computers (which is why it's on *my* floor). Oh yeah, he's self employed and there's lots of important files on it that aren't backed up.
Caused via a popup

To be honest I wouldnt have taken the whole java thing so seriously before seeing that today.

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General Software Discussion / Re: which is the most advanced pdf editor?

« Last post by tomos on January 13, 2013, 11:10 AM »

If you know the PDF's are made with a particular editor, or a software that can edit them - then use that. (Otherwise I have no definite ideas.)