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Search: Posts Made By: Richard Spandit
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Forum: Medical & Health
3rd Apr 2008, 08:55
Replies: 2
Views: 866
Posted By Richard Spandit

Are we entitled to free eye test?

Computer users are entitled to free eye tests from their employers, who are also required to pay for glasses if required. I know the aviation industry tends to get round a lot of 'elf and safety...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
22nd Feb 2008, 09:44
Replies: 1,259
Views: 188,027
Posted By Richard Spandit

5 best free software

OK, here is my personal list of 5 bits of software you should download now. They are all free and unrestricted:

1) VLC - http://www.videolan.org/vlc/ - this is a media player that allows you to...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
22nd Feb 2008, 09:33
Replies: 2
Views: 571
Posted By Richard Spandit

Best filesystem for portable drive

I need to share files between Mac, Windows XP and Linux. I have a spare 120Gb SATA 2.5 drive in a caddy that I'm hoping I can reformat (it was damaged when I dropped my Macbook but I can read files...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
22nd Feb 2008, 09:29
Replies: 1,259
Views: 188,027
Posted By Richard Spandit

Here's a tip - don't drop your Macbook onto a...

Here's a tip - don't drop your Macbook onto a tiled floor. The hard drive doesn't like it
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
22nd Feb 2008, 09:17
Replies: 18
Views: 934
Posted By Richard Spandit

I wanted to use Unison to sync between my Macbook...

I wanted to use Unison to sync between my Macbook (now resurrected) and my Linux box, but the versions need to be the same and I couldn't find binaries that matched - can't be bothered with compiling...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
16th Feb 2008, 19:05
Replies: 18
Views: 934
Posted By Richard Spandit

Thanks, SD. I think I'll run a RAID array, as...

Thanks, SD. I think I'll run a RAID array, as well as installing another hard disk for regular backups, before burning DVDs.

Managed to reclaim a lot of my stuff off the Macbook and copying it to...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
16th Feb 2008, 17:47
Replies: 18
Views: 934
Posted By Richard Spandit

To RAID or not?

My laptop has crashed and although I've got some stuff backed up, I've lost quite a lot. To stop the same happening to my Linux desktop (which is less likely, since you don't often drop desktops :()...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
11th Feb 2008, 03:04
Replies: 13
Views: 1,186
Posted By Richard Spandit

As I stated, more or less, in my PM to Saab chap...

As I stated, more or less, in my PM to Saab chap after he closed this thread, I wasn't intending to do this on an illegal basis. As has been mentioned, there are many legitimate free networks out...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
9th Feb 2008, 15:30
Replies: 13
Views: 1,186
Posted By Richard Spandit

Finding free wi-fi

Does anyone know of a program out there that will scan for and find free wi-fi? I'm using a Mac, and have iStumbler, which will give me a list of available networks and tell me which ones are Open,...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
17th Dec 2007, 13:56
Replies: 12
Views: 1,109
Posted By Richard Spandit

Remember, all twin engined aircraft only need one...

Remember, all twin engined aircraft only need one engine to fly - the other one is there for redundancy. Flew to Rovaniemi yesterday (change from Kittila) and it was a beautiful trip. Enjoy - wish I...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
14th Dec 2007, 09:24
Replies: 12
Views: 1,109
Posted By Richard Spandit

As you accelerate down the runway, you are...

As you accelerate down the runway, you are pressed into your seat. When the 'plane lifts off, you are pressed even harder into your seat - this can be an odd sensation if you're not used to flying....
Forum: Tech Log
16th Jun 2007, 12:02
Replies: 2
Views: 1,030
Posted By Richard Spandit

What a great site!! Sim- tomorrow :(

What a great site!! Sim- tomorrow :(
Forum: Tech Log
16th Jun 2007, 11:47
Replies: 6
Views: 1,541
Posted By Richard Spandit

Flight dispatch is generally done using software...

Flight dispatch is generally done using software by Jeppesen - it costs millions and does all the fuel calculations etc. If you wanted to do it yourself, you'd need to start wading through tables in...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
7th Jun 2007, 20:05
Replies: 2
Views: 730
Posted By Richard Spandit

Firefox Google search when abroad problem

Great English there in that title...

Basically, when I connect to a network abroad (most of our destinations are in Spanish speaking countries) anything I type into the Google box at the top of...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
4th Jun 2007, 21:28
Replies: 16
Views: 1,325
Posted By Richard Spandit

I feel sorry for the system adminstrators at...

I feel sorry for the system adminstrators at null.com - I direct all my dodgy stuff there when I am trying to access dodgy sites :D

A great website if you are doing as I do is trashmail - you can...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
29th May 2007, 11:31
Replies: 5
Views: 546
Posted By Richard Spandit

If you are still getting BT things starting on...

If you are still getting BT things starting on boot, you may have some registry entries to delete. I came across the exact same thing on my girlfriend's mother's computer the other day. Let us know -...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
27th May 2007, 20:18
Replies: 11
Views: 890
Posted By Richard Spandit

I do miss the two fingered scrolling when in...

I do miss the two fingered scrolling when in Windows too, as it happens. I take your point about the right click, but still not as easy as having a proper button...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
27th May 2007, 20:15
Replies: 6
Views: 734
Posted By Richard Spandit

Glad to be of help :)

Glad to be of help :)
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
27th May 2007, 01:53
Replies: 11
Views: 890
Posted By Richard Spandit

Have a look at:...

Have a look at: http://www.hartnup.net/wordpress/mac-os-x-opinions/
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
27th May 2007, 01:43
Replies: 11
Views: 890
Posted By Richard Spandit

I was led to believe that Macs were easier to use...

I was led to believe that Macs were easier to use etc. The interface is very pretty, but it took me 2 weeks of buggering about to get onto my own wireless network that all my XP machines had no...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
26th May 2007, 14:19
Replies: 6
Views: 734
Posted By Richard Spandit

What does the page look like? what browser are...

What does the page look like? what browser are you using? Try Firefox.
Try deleting your cookies and then returning to PPRuNe.
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
26th May 2007, 14:17
Replies: 2
Views: 583
Posted By Richard Spandit

Install shield is part of Microsoft Windows...

Install shield is part of Microsoft Windows Defender - it is basically getting your security updates automatically and is best left to its own devices.

Regarding the not finding sites bit, you'll...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd May 2007, 14:39
Replies: 24
Views: 2,835
Posted By Richard Spandit

The Bluetooth one may not be the right kind for...

The Bluetooth one may not be the right kind for you. I'd suggest a PCI card - get a better aerial than a USB one and less hanging off your computer. Should be able to get one cheap online...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd May 2007, 11:54
Replies: 24
Views: 2,835
Posted By Richard Spandit

I may be wrong, but I think that products like...

I may be wrong, but I think that products like that start downloading links in the background whilst you are reading the present page - or possibly compress files on a proxy server and then...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd May 2007, 11:13
Replies: 2
Views: 624
Posted By Richard Spandit

Hard disk - I had the same problem with my laptop...

Hard disk - I had the same problem with my laptop - never got it sorted but it was annoying - people could hear it when I was on Skype
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd May 2007, 11:08
Replies: 522
Views: 57,093
Posted By Richard Spandit

I was teetering on the brink of losing Windows...

I was teetering on the brink of losing Windows forever until my Linux machine stopped working (hardware problem) - it's about time someone developed a decent universal FS so we wouldn't have these...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd May 2007, 11:02
Replies: 1
Views: 1,151
Posted By Richard Spandit

Wouldn't it be better to calculate the heading...

Wouldn't it be better to calculate the heading given the track? After all, you are flying point to point, not just heading in one direction and seeing where you end up?

A quick Google search came...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd May 2007, 10:59
Replies: 1
IE7
Views: 632
Posted By Richard Spandit

I accidentally downloaded and installed IE7. My...

I accidentally downloaded and installed IE7. My internet banking (which doesn't work properly with Firefox) doesn't work at all with IE7.

Use Firefox - it's much better for most things.
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd May 2007, 10:54
Replies: 7
Views: 762
Posted By Richard Spandit

Firefox automatically backs up your bookmarks -...

Firefox automatically backs up your bookmarks - look in your profile directory

It's worth backing up and then deleting your whole profile directory - Firefox will rebuild you a new one when you...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd May 2007, 10:50
Replies: 2
Views: 495
Posted By Richard Spandit

What kind of ADSL modem/router are you using?...

What kind of ADSL modem/router are you using? Could be that Google is blocked in their for some reason.

Do an up to date virus/spyware scan.

Try temporarily disabling your Firewall.

Report...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd May 2007, 10:44
Replies: 24
Views: 2,835
Posted By Richard Spandit

If you neighbour has an open network (i.e. no...

If you neighbour has an open network (i.e. no encrpytion) then if you connect to it, you are possibly leaving your computer open to attack. It's a small risk, but best to be aware.

If he encrypts...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
23rd May 2007, 10:41
Replies: 11
Views: 890
Posted By Richard Spandit

AppleWorks (used to be Claris Works) can write MS...

AppleWorks (used to be Claris Works) can write MS documents
Router will be fine
Are you transferring files over a wireless LAN? Plugging ethernet cables into the router would be a lot faster - I...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
3rd May 2007, 08:56
Replies: 11
Views: 1,546
Posted By Richard Spandit

I don't think it a Linux problem as I've tried...

I don't think it a Linux problem as I've tried changing the HDD for one with XP loaded on it. I'll try removing the battery/resetting the jumpers etc.
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
3rd May 2007, 06:47
Replies: 11
Views: 1,546
Posted By Richard Spandit

Computer froze, now won't boot... no POST, nothing

Was shutting down my Linux system yesterday and it froze. Not a huge problem as I was powering down anyway, so I pressed the off button. The one on the front of the case didn't work so I used the...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
2nd May 2007, 08:14
Replies: 4
Views: 1,005
Posted By Richard Spandit

Ah, the port does say "service" on it - perhaps...

Ah, the port does say "service" on it - perhaps it is a serial port - hadn't considered that possibility. I'll have a closer look and check...
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