Tux07
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very nice vid, i love those rims proper bright
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Okay so from your own post we've established that even you think sometimes compatibility can be a pain in the ass. You say it's perfect for a non tech-savvy person then use an irrelevant example that describes your dads situation as being closer to that of an office environment (in which you form the IT admin section) that many people don't have at home. If your dad didn't have you to fix it what would happen? Next time something goes wrong with the computer don't fix it for him and see if .....
A. He can find/fix it himself
B. The nearest repair shop can work out what to do in order to sort it.
I'm fairly confident he'll give up and with no luck at the nearest computer repair place he/they would consider him replacing it with a new windows laptop.
My msn query was very specific. The kid sister wants windows live messenger because it's what she's used to and all her friends have it. She doesn't want "this sort of stuff", pidgen and aMSN are off the list! You've either got an unhappy sister or someone in the family needs a basic knowledge of the system in order to set up wine and try and get the microsoft .NET framework running. How is that any better than the current situation joe's in with his rundll32 issue?
There's no point trying to defend linux and provide counter examples of ways to fix it, you're effectively running through the alphabet to someone who can already read. We both know my point still stands. For a non-tech user in a standard family environment linux is not a feasible option because of the lack of technical support readily at hand (ie "my laptops broke, here it is... you fix it") and lack of support with common windows software and hardware. That is not me attacking linux so don't get offended, i'm merely telling it like it is.
Joe, windows 7 should be a lot nicer for you. Also, go for the 64bit version if you can, it has some better features in the background security wise and (fingers crossed) if you laptop lasts a few years before needing a fresh install you have the option of faster software in the rapidly growing x64 switchover while maintaining the option to use 32bit applications if you have to.
sorry i should proof read more lol,
the if for if it breaks is a bloody big if they have had installed for 2years now and the only bit that broke was for ailurus (an app to ease set-up and get apps) but this was cured by an update provided a hour later by the update manager
I've stayed out of this so far but you are being such a linux fag it's unbelievable. I can see where you are coming from and why because I was exactly the same when I was about 16 and thought it was cool to not use Windows. Clearly you haven't grown out of it.
Linux is not as easy to use as Windows for 99% of people for one simple reason - they have used Windows for their entire computing life. It's like methods of transport - whether or not a helicopter is going to get you from a to b quicker and more efficiently (in terms of parking in the back garden) than a car is irrespective if the person only knows how to use a car and hasn't got the time or patience to learn how to fly a helicopter.
Linux works for you. Clap clap. Take your bow and f**k off so people can help this guy out with his problem.
you have cleary not read my previous post of advise XP, WIN7 or MAC before LINUX, i offered these vs a suggestion, like people would advised many many different cars if you were looking for a new one
it's better to know the options available,
i do not think it is "cool" to not use windows i use a system that i can make more suitable to my needs, yes "i will never grow out of it" but that is because i have never seen my pc's an laptop run so fast etc etc
wouldn't you rather be given all the options than be pigeon-holed to one area
i am no longer goin to be comenting on this thread as you people seem far to narrow minded, i thought the idea's of forums was to share info not slate it because "you know better"
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I tried my Dad with Ubunutu, it was a massive failure. Firefox was the same, but the keyboard woudn't stick on the UK map, in the file viewer there was no film strip view, and the internet refused to connect consistantly with it.
It lasted about a week before I put the XP hard drive back in.
Also the free software that you can get through Ubuntu is free for a reason. People always say that OpenOffice is as good as Microsoft Office, or that Gimp is as good as Photoshop. I understand that that is their opinion, but I couldn't disagree more.
the "free" bit doesn't totally mean free its for freedom, i.e. the freedom to midify it to suit ones needs, the trouble is as said before people are either afraid to try new things because of the spoonfed approach of microsoft i.e. buy a pc with windows pre-installed then you get media player an msn thown in your face but some people may want to use vlc or digsby.
i have never had a bug or prob runnin something my base system runs at about 10% of my ram where as win7s base system needs 1gb of ram no base system should use that much it's stupid, like runnin a car constantly at 8000rpm (its revving it's tits off before you start vid conversions etc)
my system is set up to be attractive and full of funky lil effects thanks to compiz etc, i shall post a screencast on youtube after work of my system with its video wallpaper, true rgb transparency an similar things. it takes me a full half hour to get every app, game, codecs and the set up the funkiness then i take a copy with remastersys to save me starting all over again,
photoshop and microsoft office work quite well on linux all you have to do is add wine and the font packages, there are loads of easy to follow howto's on sites like ubuntu-geek and the linux forms are very helpful
one question i do have s why is it that you buy a linux mag to read new scripts an c++ stuff or new features that are comin out or that are out now, then buy any windows mag to read how to fix things, microsoft boast about their new features which have been used by us for over 6 years like snapping windows (compiz), same with internet explorers 8second ads firefox did that stuff when it was on version 2 or something.
an saying that someone couldn't get on with firefox is a bit silly (not bein offensive) as they are practically the same just that some of the items in the menu are in a slightly different place.
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it's perfect for the everyday user, my dad is a complete tech retard (he's still learning how the internet works lol)
i installed it for the piece of mind he was forever getting viruses and messing up other programs etc, nod32 was no match for him, now he happily uses the pc in a some what productive manner,
and fixing it is easy i just take an copy of the entire system and replace whats broke
the only prob with linux is mainstream game releases and the lack of macromedia shockwave, compatibility can be a bitch the only bit of hardware i found not to be in the latest hardware pack(kernel) is the rtl8192e
i use a fujitsu li3710 an everythings covered right out of the box
Linux is not EASILY supported for the end user at the minute. Imagine his kid sister wanting to install MSN to video call her friends who also run MSN, she can't and she'd probably give up before finding a compatible vid-con program. Parents are generally lazy/busy with work so don't have time to constantly look for alternate versions of programs when they sit down in the evenings.
ubuntu has this sort of stuff pre-packed or an easy to use program catalogue called the software centre , ubuntu 10.04 is amazing
and it good to have a live cd at hand should you need to repair, partition an alike
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take a browse through the for sales on here i'm sure you'll find a sweet lil' rig
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All I did was suggest another OS as vista 32bit is buggy as hell, my suggestions covered pretty much all the popular, better and more reliable OS's available.
So why was there the need to rip?
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Here it is Rapidshare 159mb - http://rapidshare.com/files/391003874/Alex-Jump_ZHI_MIGHT_.avi.html
music:
1st. The Crystal Method - Weapons of Mass Distortion
2nd. Methods Of Mayhem - Hypocritical
thanks my desktop is interesting again
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The guy has an issue with the computer that is so serious it keeps dying on him and flashing errors upon startup. His first solution is to ask on a biking forum with no mention of having looked on google, a first port of call for even non technically-minded users.
Then you come along and try to promote a notoriously tedious and computer literate OS presumably because you're some fanboy kid (based on the avatar) and it's what you use.
Being a family laptop and that this guy doesn't really know what he's doing it's not really a win option is it... hence the fail.
my original post also suggested xp, win7 an mac os, an linux ain't tedious i hate terminal an the old ball aches
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hmm my apologies,
won't the flex will only delay wear?
also leaving the master cylinder plunger thing exposed to crud an knacker it that way?
if this has been tried an tested by anyone let me know how it goes, are there similar mods that could be done to pre '05 magura levers?
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Thanks for Googling it, but i've already read that thread. I've been reading stuff for almost 2 hours now.
As my Dad is the named driver and he was at work so he couldn't of been there i should be okay. Hopefully my Dad agrees with me to ignore this.
no prob, but i wouldn't bin them keep them as a record, as if it goes further you have a backlist of threats etc
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wow you'll save the same weight as having your hair cut or not using gloves whilst riding
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Hey,
Lately our laptop (running Vista) has got into a habit of shutting down with no warning what so ever, doesn't do the "Windows is shutting down" thing. Just flicks straight to black.
And when you start it up again you get five warnings that say
Runtime Error!
Program:C:\WINDOWS\System32\rundll32.exe
This applicant has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.
Its very annoying! What is wrong?
Photo of Errors
simple fix to this, f**k vista off it sucks ass, microsoft themselves said it should never have been released as a 32bit os, win7 or xp are far better (even though i hate money grabbing microsoft lol),
you could also try linux like ubuntu or download mac os as they now cover installs for intel chipsets
there are way to many reason for runtime32 to break
microsoft: a world without walls, er ok then where would you put windows... dumbasses!
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love it, can i have a download link this would make an awesome video wallpaper for my pc,
also what's the tune called, heard it vyears ago but can't remember the title etc.
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Sounds well dodgy parking scams are everywhere, luckily you weren't clamped.
Any company of that nature should really have T&C's in small print covering themselves for law suits etc etc.
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yay, my validation vote was the the last one needed lol, that was a very nice intro, you'll get loads of help of here, i did on for my onza project
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as the lad said take wheel to the shop theres prob 1 fixed as for front disc most will advise you to go for hope trials or avid bb5/7
i have seen some bike with spring loaded bolts (the two used to mount to frame or forks) which is supposed to act like a floating caliper but these were "argos" bikes so doubt the idea actually works
the front disc caliper on the blade looks like a tektro unit
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i still can't work out why the effect comes with i.s.c.g mounts, zoots rule
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dude, i think you been either mis-read or haven't worded it correctly, yes you are just doing street trials nothing new (an it kinda sounds like your trying to invent a sport/style that is already about)
theres no point asking do you like my style or similar questions, everyone has a style of their own,
take julien dupont give him a moto-trials bike, some grind/stunt pegs an watch him rag a full motorbike round like a bmx (perhaps thats what inspired you if not see his vids on youtube)
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nice vid, i giggled when seein the kid on the sh!t himself after you side hopped up it
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xc, just tell him to pedal lots, go up hills and wear lycra, job done
local mountain biking groups to bring him on and coach him, does anyone have any ideas since everything seems to be based around over 8's?
just copy them, just because they're for over 8s doesn't mean he can't do it
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I dont get it.
Whats going down in playstation now now?
sony have removed the option to install a full pc operating system from the playstation 3
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An awful decision by Sony - they're punishing legal Linux users by doing this, however it will do little do effect illegal uses.
It's the whole Sony/Microsoft/Apple or whatever company wording; 'this update isn't compulsory' - a term Sony are using now. However, as we all know, without updating you cannot sign in to the Playstation network, so you cannot play online.
Any illegal users will simply not upgrade, develop a downgrade solution or simply find another way around it. It will do nothing but effect the genuine users.
They're playing themselves down the market - an alternative OS on a games console was considered a breakthrough, something to boast about, however they're stopping it with little benefits to themselves.
Waste of time if you ask me.
true work-arounds are fun, lol
really they should of made the firmware to decrease the chances of hacks etc, work-arounds take time so by developing blocks early they can atleast stay ahead (or hire the hackers like all the other tech companies lol),
i was considering it as curiosity is kinda one of my downfalls, but at the time of the update i was without a tv an since getting one took longer than expected i was gaggin for some online c.o.d.4 so had to update
i'll be reading any news i see about it an hopefully they will remove the block for those that as in my first post needed a cheap but powerful blu-ray pc, if they do i will have a go myself (partially to use the psx emulater with a proper ps controller, as i've still got some games somewhere)
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it did allow dual booting, the install worked on paritioning the harddrive, the ps3's os is hidden away somewhere prob on a sd harddrive not too sure