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last night i got way wasted with my neighbor. let's call him "military guy".

he's married, but his wife lives in ga. he lives all the way up here in tn.

gets bored. i feel bad for him.

so, i guess i kept him up until 2:00a.m. and i think he just left for work (6:00a.m.)

haha military guy.

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whooooooo haaa niggaz i just bought a 500GB external for $119.00

 

im sure ill never ever use that much space ever, but i also thought the same about 120GB + 80GB internal. alas i was proven wrong.

 

Whats everyone's opinions on Fantom Drives? theyre the same maker as my 120GB and ive never had a problem.

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###>>. i just got a DELL latitude d600 laptop....i cant complain b/c it was free

 

the only problem is that it only came w/ win XP (fresh install) internet explorer and notepad basically....

 

can someone make my lazy ass a LIST of PROGRAMS to get-

 

anti-vir; media/music players; something to type- like word/powerpoint.....essential stuff....etc...

 

preferably free, but i have a demonoid jawn so maybe i can get other softs too....

 

as of now i installed AVG anti-vir....and winrar...thats it...

 

also; SHOULD I ACCEPT WINDOWS GENUINE ADVANTAGE????

i clikced cancel to be on the safe side.....but should i accept- if so, how do i get that popup back???

 

thanksssss

 

M

 

o yea...for some reason in IE 6 (which im using) -when i type there is a black box not a line...how do i change this???

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man, i got drunk and went to bed at 2:00 a.m. and then woke up four hours later.

i didn't want to, but insomnia gots me. i'm going to bed early tonight. it was a hard day.

 

 

 

edit:

 

question:

what if any winamp or shoutcast stations do you frequent?

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got to look around this thread (info is everywhere

 

 

###>>. i just got a DELL latitude d600 laptop....i cant complain b/c it was free

 

the only problem is that it only came w/ win XP (fresh install) internet explorer and notepad basically....

 

can someone make my lazy ass a LIST of PROGRAMS to get-

 

anti-vir; media/music players; something to type- like word/powerpoint.....essential stuff....etc...

 

preferably free, but i have a demonoid jawn so maybe i can get other softs too....

 

as of now i installed AVG anti-vir....and winrar...thats it...

 

also; SHOULD I ACCEPT WINDOWS GENUINE ADVANTAGE????

i clikced cancel to be on the safe side.....but should i accept- if so, how do i get that popup back???

 

thanksssss

 

M

 

o yea...for some reason in IE 6 (which im using) -when i type there is a black box not a line...how do i change this???

 

 

 

 

 

Computer crash course for PC/Windows Users

 

ok i am going to make a little thing on what you need on yer computer (its time for spring cleaning, meaning time to clean the computer/reinstall the operating system

 

on the reinstall if you do not have a legit version use these

 

 

use one or the other the list one is a patch that goes in the registry the second one is a patch for the computer BIOS which turns it into a OEM version of windows

 

Make Your Copy of Windows 100% Genuine in 2 Seconds.rar

 

 

Windows XP BIOS Activator.rar

 

these both let you be legit and download all windows extras like windows defender/windows mediaplayer 11 IE 7.0 and other also including passing the genuine key crap

 

(use at yer own risk) its better to go buy a legit key from microsoft

 

anyway

 

now onto the system

 

go download all the windows updates/including windows service pack 2

 

and now we start on the software you need to add to the computer to keep it safe and clean (all free)

 

all links are up to date as of today 5/8/2007

 

first off you will need Firefox Web Browser (there are others out there that are great like opera and others but casek and I recommend firefox

http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/

 

you will need a firewall windows firewall sucks all it has more holes in then swiss cheese

 

go and download the top rated firewall Comodo Firewall

http://www.comodo.com/

now onto the antivirus program/ go with Avast Antivirus and works well and really easy to use plenty of options

http://www.avast.com

 

for the adware/spyware/malware and anyother type of crapware thats out there use the Windows Defender

 

if you can't get the patches i provided above to work then you will not be able to get the extras so you should get a third party tool like Spyware Blaster it is a good anticrap tool

http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/spywareblaster.html

 

ok that was the security part of the post

 

now on to the must have plugins so the computer works without a hitch no need to explain them just download and install them

 

Acrobat Reader

 

Media Codecs

 

Adobe Flash Player

 

Java

 

Quicktime Alternative

 

Realplayer Alternative

 

Adobe Shockwave

 

now to the firefox add-ons

 

these are things that will help you while browsing and make it easier

 

first off

Adblock Pro

Ever been annoyed by all those ads and banners on the internet that often take longer to download than everything else on the page? Install Adblock Plus now and get rid of them.

 

Adblock Filterlist Updater

This is a companion extension to Adblock or Adblock Plus and should be used in conjunction with it. This extension automatically downloads the latest version of Filterset.G every 4-7 days. Filterset.G is an excellent set of filters maintained by G...

 

IE Tab

Some websites are just to old and have to changed the web code to support firefox or they are just to stupid to do so well with this tool you just press the the IE Tab and it will create an IE session inside the firefox browser so you will be able to view the webpage without leaving firefox.

 

FasterFox

Performance and network tweaks for Firefox.. only use this if youi have a slow connection/because it does break websites its puts to much load on the web servers and makes them crash so if you have decent speed to the internet dont waste the time downloading it .

 

Megaupload SX3.2for those who download things from megaupload use this addon which will allow you to download more then the limit they allow you

 

Windows Media Player Firefox Plugin

Play WMP videos inside the firefox browser

 

VideoDownloader

Download videos from Youtube, Google, Metacafe, iFilm, Dailymotion, Pornotube... and other 60+ video sites ! And all embedded objects on a webpage (movies, mp3s, flash, quicktime, etc) ! Directly ...

 

there are plenty others you can try for yerself

https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/browse/type:1/cat:all/sort:popular?show=50

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pfffft made an update to the adblock list thing (its somewhere go look around (if you do not like comodo get outpost or zonealarm firewall

 

 

 

also services to disable on xp

 

Warning: disabling any service can cause installed applications to fail, so recommended practice is to disable unnecessary services one at a time, testing all installed apps to ensure they still function correctly.

 

* Alerter service

This service is only needed for sending administrative alerts. Used to notify admins when a server is in trouble. Set it to Manual on a home PC.

 

* Clipbook service

This service is a relic of NT3.x. Used to support Clipbook Viewer which allows remote viewing of the clipbook. Default for workstation is manual. Ensure it is set to manual or disabled.

 

* Computer Browser

The browser service is used to maintain the list of PCs you see in Network Neighborhood. This is normally a server function. A home user can set this to Manual.

 

* Distributed Link Tracking Client

W2K/XP service. Distributed Link Tracking Client sends notifications of files moving between NTFS volumes in a network domain. A home user can set this to Manual.

 

* Distributed Transaction Coordinator

W2K/XP service. Coordinates transactions that are distributed across two or more databases, message queues, file systems, or other transaction-protected resource managers. A home user can set this to Manual.

 

* DNS Client

W2K/XP service. Resolves and caches Domain Name System (DNS) names. This is normally provided by your ISP. Set to Manual and if you have name resolution problems, return it to Automatic.

 

* Fax Service

W2K/XP service. Set to Manual if you don't need fax services.

 

* Indexing Service

W2K/XP service. Fastfind functionality. Improves text searches. For more info see Disable FindFast. For day to day performance, I would disable it.

 

* Internet Connection Sharing

W2K/XP service. If you are want to share an Internet connection for your home network, then set this to Automatic. If not, leave this set to Manual.

 

* IPSEC Policy Agent

W2K/XP service. Manages IP security policy and starts the ISAKMP/Oakley (IKE) and the IP security driver. If not, leave this set to Manual.

 

* Messenger service

This service can be used to send messages. When it receives messages, they pop up on the console. With email, whats the point? Really not useful on a home PC.

 

* Netlogon service

Logging onto a domain? Leave it. Otherwise set it to Manual.

 

* Network DDE

Supports network transport of DDE (Dynamic Data Exchange) connections. Such connectivity is mostly a relic from the NT 3.x days.

 

* NT LM Security Support Provider

Provides security to remote procedure call (RPC) programs that use transports other than named pipes. A home user can set this to Manual

 

* Performance Logs and Alerts

A home user can set this to Manual.

 

* Plug and Play

Gives something like PnP functionality but unless you are using unimodem modems, don't bother.

 

* QoS RSVP

W2K/XP service. Provides network signaling and local traffic control setup functionality for QoS-aware programs and control applets. A home user can set this to Manual.

 

* Remote Registry Service

W2K/XP service. Allows remote registry manipulation. A home user can set this to Manual.

 

* Routing and Remote Access

W2K/XP service. Offers routing services to businesses in local area and wide area network environments. A home user can set this to Manual.

 

* Runas service

W2K/XP service. Enables starting processes under alternate credentials. A home user can set this to Manual.

 

* Security Accounts Manager

W2K/XP service. Stores security information for local user accounts. A home user can set this to Manual unless you are using Local Security Policy Editor.

 

* Smart Card

W2K/XP service. Manages and controls access to a smart card inserted into a smart card reader attached to the computer. It is set to manual by default. Leave it there.

 

* Smart Card Helper

W2K/XP service. Provides support for legacy smart card readers attached to the computer. It is set to manual by default. Leave it there.

 

* Server service

You can disable the server service unless you are sharing files on your hard drive or your printer. If you have a DSL or cable modem, stop this service. Hackers will get nowhere if you do.

 

* Spooler

Print Spooler service in W2K/XP. Spooler in NT. Loads files to memory for later printing. If you don't have a printer, you can set it to manual.

 

* TCP/IP NetBIOS Helper

Provides support for name resolution via a lookup of the LMHosts file. If you are not using LMHOSTS name resolution, you can set it to Manual.

 

* Telephony Service

Provides Telephony API (TAPI) support for programs that control telephony devices and IP based voice connections on the local computer and, through the LAN, on servers that are also running the service. Normally set to Manual on workstations. Leave it on Manual.

 

* Telnet

Allows a remote user to log on to the system and run console programs using the command line. Default is Manual. Leave it.

 

To disable a service or set to Manual (I recommend set to Manual):

 

* Click Start

* Click Settings

* Click Control Panel

* Double click Services

* Select the service you want to modify

* Click the Startup button

* Select Disabled or Manual under Startup Type

 

 

 

i also gave the full version key on avast somewhere too (on the last page)

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Arghgghghghg, 12oz computer techs, I need youuuuuu!

 

This summer I want to get a gaw damn laptop so I can play Counter Strike Source.

 

Thats it, I just want to play Counter Strike. No fucking fancy shit, no photoshop or whatever. Just a pure gaming computer.

 

I would hope for a price under $2000.....Anything over would be a little too pricey.

 

K thx by!

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get the gmail notifier it will set it up

 

go here it will explain it

 

http://ask-leo.com/how_do_i_change_the_mailto_or_default_mail_program.html

 

 

This actually didn't do the job, but I found that this did: http://sas.sparklingstudios.com/articles/2007/01/15/how-to-install-webmailcompose-in-firefox-2-0

 

This Firefox extension allows you to make the mailto: protocol open in Gmail. Supports the following:

 

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Arghgghghghg, 12oz computer techs, I need youuuuuu!

 

This summer I want to get a gaw damn laptop so I can play Counter Strike Source.

 

Thats it, I just want to play Counter Strike. No fucking fancy shit, no photoshop or whatever. Just a pure gaming computer.

 

I would hope for a price under $2000.....Anything over would be a little too pricey.

 

K thx by!

 

 

http://www.newegg.com/Store/SubCategory.aspx?SubCategory=32&name=Notebooks-Laptops

 

great place to buy from.

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SEFIKSSSSS

 

thank you good sir!

 

would you happen to know how i could get rid of this wierd box thing that blinks as i type...its like the line that most ppl have when they type.....i like the line; so how do i get rid of this box??

 

what i have:[ ] blinks as i type

what i want: |

 

help?

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