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Search: Posts Made By: Simonta
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Forum: Rotorheads
18th Nov 2017, 13:31
Replies: 270
Views: 223,853
Posted By Simonta

My thoughts are with Mike's family and all at HS....

My thoughts are with Mike's family and all at HS. You taught me well and examined me with flare and fairness. You didn't teach me how to fly a helicopter, you taught me how to fly.

RIP Mike. A...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
29th Jan 2016, 20:02
Replies: 18
Views: 10,276
Posted By Simonta

Flew MAB SYD-KUL yesterday and KUL-LHR today. ...

Flew MAB SYD-KUL yesterday and KUL-LHR today. Several MAB 777s operating at both fields.
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Jul 2013, 07:41
Replies: 71
Views: 18,092
Posted By Simonta

Second chances?

You can grow dreadlocks again. Are you certain that you would get a second shot at a scholarship?
Forum: Military Aviation
17th Dec 2012, 21:22
Replies: 794
Views: 487,143
Posted By Simonta

The day I learned about "incandescent with rage"

Cpl Dick P****, sootie, sitting in the line crewroom one morning, circa 1984. Sqn WO (I can't recall the name) hovers into the room.

"Cpl P****, I saw you leave the squadron at 5.15 last night....
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
25th Oct 2010, 13:18
Replies: 4
Views: 445
Posted By Simonta

Tools->Options->Privacy->Clear History

Tools->Options->Privacy->Clear History
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
24th Oct 2010, 19:54
Replies: 6
Views: 969
Posted By Simonta

Thanks for the heads up XV105. As an Android...

Thanks for the heads up XV105. As an Android developer, I am interested in your story - and well done for finding the cause - the kind of problem that can fry the brain for many an hour!

I fully...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
24th Oct 2010, 15:13
Replies: 35
Views: 5,496
Posted By Simonta

To add to Mike's post, the 255 limit has been...

To add to Mike's post, the 255 limit has been there forever in 32bit Win. There is no difference in it's handling to XP or Vista. I've just tested a 255 path on 7 and it's just fine. Everything...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
22nd Oct 2010, 15:15
Replies: 35
Views: 5,496
Posted By Simonta

I have three PCs running Win 7 and am familiar...

I have three PCs running Win 7 and am familiar with many more. None of them exhibit this problem - indeed, all are remarkably stable.

This suggests that your problem is specific. Can you provide...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
17th Oct 2010, 10:05
Replies: 21
Views: 3,283
Posted By Simonta

Hi BOAC. Sorry, been busy for a while.. I...

Hi BOAC. Sorry, been busy for a while..

I am assuming that you are not logging onto a domain with group policies.

Always happy to be proved wrong, means I learn something, but I maintain...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
11th Oct 2010, 18:37
Replies: 21
Views: 3,283
Posted By Simonta

There is no "ntuser.dat" for all users. The...

There is no "ntuser.dat" for all users. The registry is either machine wide or per user. The machine wide bits are stored in system.dat including HCR, HKLM and HCC.

MSCONFIG will show you...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
11th Oct 2010, 08:03
Replies: 21
Views: 3,283
Posted By Simonta

Hi BOAC Strange behaviour. I can't figure...

Hi BOAC

Strange behaviour. I can't figure out a set of circumstances that would prevent programs loading, regardless of whether you are fleet of foot in logging in or tarry a while. I often log...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
6th Oct 2010, 20:03
Replies: 15
Views: 1,260
Posted By Simonta

Hi TT The best piece of advice would be to...

Hi TT

The best piece of advice would be to upgrade to Windows 7. It is intrinsically more secure than Windows XP but that said, XP SP3 is a very good OS, in fact it's Windows 7 greatest...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
6th Oct 2010, 14:29
Replies: 15
Views: 1,260
Posted By Simonta

No-one has mentioned the most important step to...

No-one has mentioned the most important step to keep yourself safe.

Do not log on using an administrator account! Same goes for Linux or Mac logging on as root. Just don't do it.

Windows 7,...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
3rd Oct 2010, 11:20
Replies: 6
Views: 2,739
Posted By Simonta

Another reason, not that I need one, to hate the...

Another reason, not that I need one, to hate the Daily frickin Mail

Phone app that tracks planes 'is aid to terrorists armed with missiles' | Mail Online...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
3rd Oct 2010, 08:17
Replies: 21
Views: 1,714
Posted By Simonta

Boofhead. It was working, after you rolled back,...

Boofhead. It was working, after you rolled back, and now it isn't. What did you do in the intervening period?

Your hard drive may have been failing (did you buy the new hard drive from the...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
29th Sep 2010, 06:20
Replies: 11
Views: 921
Posted By Simonta

Poor old BOAC is a lone voice in this thread but...

Poor old BOAC is a lone voice in this thread but is right, the next step is to start in Safe Mode and report back.

The symptoms you give indicate that the problem is with the display driver,...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
28th Sep 2010, 20:40
Replies: 10
Views: 2,804
Posted By Simonta

Hi Keef Not sure if this will be help or...

Hi Keef

Not sure if this will be help or hindrance but here goes.

I can't remember the reason why, found only after hours of searching, but I had to replace the motherboard on one of my PCs...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
28th Sep 2010, 18:57
Replies: 3
Views: 677
Posted By Simonta

Hi Ollybeak Clear your internet cache and...

Hi Ollybeak

Clear your internet cache and report back please.

Regards

Simon
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
28th Sep 2010, 18:50
Replies: 4
Views: 881
Posted By Simonta

Hi Merch Your post is a little confusing. ...

Hi Merch

Your post is a little confusing. You say, for example, that D190 contains D183<>E183.

Does it actually contains =D183<>183? This would return True or False as the cell value. If it...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
27th Sep 2010, 19:54
Replies: 11
Views: 921
Posted By Simonta

Hi Hussar 54. Please describe exactly what...

Hi Hussar 54.

Please describe exactly what happens. Does the screen go dark after you log in or before? If before, exactly when in the startup process does it go dark? Before the loading...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
27th Sep 2010, 19:50
Replies: 7
Views: 4,031
Posted By Simonta

Opera is fine on Android also as is the default...

Opera is fine on Android also as is the default Webkit browser. Can't say that I've noticed much difference in performance between them thoguh. I guess not enough Ppruners use Opera to hit the site...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
24th Sep 2010, 10:42
Replies: 11
Views: 920
Posted By Simonta

Yeh, fair comment. I use both pretty...

Yeh, fair comment.



I use both pretty much everyday and VS is way ahead. I reckon I get 2-3 times as much code cut in VS than in Eclipse. I looked into reconfiguring VS for Android development...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd Sep 2010, 19:40
Replies: 11
Views: 920
Posted By Simonta

You might want to try Eclipse? It's a complete...

You might want to try Eclipse? It's a complete IDE. A pig to use but at least better than the command line.

Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers | Eclipse Packages...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
19th Sep 2010, 19:36
Replies: 8
Views: 1,305
Posted By Simonta

Windows Update - Hide or Restore Hidden Updates -...

Windows Update - Hide or Restore Hidden Updates - Windows 7 Forums (http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/24376-windows-update-hide-restore-hidden-updates.html)
Try clicking on start, type "cmd"...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
19th Sep 2010, 16:46
Replies: 8
Views: 1,305
Posted By Simonta

It's very unusual for simple drivers like DVDs to...

It's very unusual for simple drivers like DVDs to cause woe but it does seem to be the case from your description. If the DVD is functioning flawlessly without the update, go to Windows Update and...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
14th Sep 2010, 22:49
Replies: 4
Views: 618
Posted By Simonta

Hi LR I think previous posters may have...

Hi LR

I think previous posters may have missed the point. Apologies in advance if I'm barking mad. The problem is not how to scale correctly but how to know the size of the object. Without...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
13th Sep 2010, 19:51
Replies: 4
Views: 2,403
Posted By Simonta

Hi Bushfiva. Parapunter is right, it's digital. ...

Hi Bushfiva. Parapunter is right, it's digital.

Surely a poor signal would not interfere with playback? I should have mentioned that the recording I used was made pre-problem and worked a short...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
12th Sep 2010, 21:26
Replies: 6
Views: 2,739
Posted By Simonta

FYI, Plane Finder now on Android

Folks. Just to let Android owners know that Plane Finder is now on the Market.

The free (ad supported) version seems to give only reg and call sign. If anyone buys the full version, would they...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
12th Sep 2010, 20:50
Replies: 4
Views: 2,403
Posted By Simonta

Windows Media Centre playback/Live TV breaking up

Hi folks

I've got a Windows 7 Media Centre dedicated PC. It sits under my TV without being "fiddled with" and has given sterling since not long after Windows 7 RTMed.

Yesterday, Live TV and...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
9th Sep 2010, 17:00
Replies: 10
Views: 858
Posted By Simonta

Thanks for all of the responses. I actually...

Thanks for all of the responses. I actually started working life as an electronics engineer and have, through "hands on experience" of various voltages/currents, learned a healthy respect for...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Sep 2010, 13:37
Replies: 7
Views: 1,423
Posted By Simonta

I live in S'oton. I don't know of anything...

I live in S'oton. I don't know of anything inside the city and doubt that you'd find one. The closest is Chilworth Manor. I got married there and arrived in some style - one Jetranger and one...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
8th Sep 2010, 08:11
Replies: 10
Views: 858
Posted By Simonta

Powering up capacitors

A little of topic but relevant to the skills on this forum. Please excuse me Saab or move to JB as you see fit.

Many moons ago, I learned through experience that one had to be careful powering up...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
7th Sep 2010, 09:21
Replies: 1,259
Views: 189,545
Posted By Simonta

Hi sk61bulldog I have a lot of experience in...

Hi sk61bulldog

I have a lot of experience in data conversion. If you don't mind sharing your log, PM me and I'll take a look at it.

Cheers
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
27th Aug 2010, 10:44
Replies: 22
Views: 2,108
Posted By Simonta

Pulls on flame proof suit... Formatting...

Pulls on flame proof suit...

Formatting should be a last resort. Installing a new copy of Windows will copy the existing Windows and Program files folders and install a brand spanking new...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
26th Aug 2010, 16:46
Replies: 22
Views: 2,108
Posted By Simonta

Folks At risk of being...

Folks

At risk of being flamed/bombarded/pelted with kanagroo poo. Why do you want to partition? There can be a small performance advantage (but you really need to work at it) and no...
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