Now answering computer related questions. - Page 2

Redbird · 01-19-2009, 08:19 PM

cool thread!!

Quick question. old computer that runs slow. Mainly start up and apps. I have done all the routine maint, but still slow. is the computer just aged, or can it be brought up to speed?
Compaq presario

Tux_Fan · 01-19-2009, 08:27 PM

Oh and hemply my DOS isnt great mainly because It was a little before my time. You can make a DOS boot disc in Windows by inserting a floppy and right click Format it is pretty straight forward from there. Also if that doesnt work you could try a program like freeDOS I have never used it but it might work.

Tux_Fan · 01-19-2009, 08:35 PM

How old are we talking. I use linux on some very old laptops and it runs great. The other thing you could do is reinstall the old operating system that is on it currently. Things to do with an old computer « Motho ke motho ka botho I have seen longer and better lists so if you dont find something in that list GOOGLE it.

P.S. I am going to sleep soon so ask away all night long and i will answer all of your questions in the morning

USP45Tim · 01-19-2009, 08:38 PM

I have a built in cup holder in my computer and it won't come out anymore. Help!

Redbird · 01-19-2009, 08:41 PM

Thanks Tux
Its not a dinosaur, only about 6 years old. I have reset to factory defaults about three times, only works temporarily. I will try the link.

Thanks for the help!

mrpesca · 01-19-2009, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sinmastah

How often should I defrag my disk, and any optimization tricks for Vista?

Defrag is automatic in Vista unless you turn it off. You don't have to do anything. Ever notice the disc making all kinds of noise while you are doing nothing?

Quote:

WHat is the best anti-virus program? I am annoyed by McAfee and want to try something else.

Anything BUT Mcafee or Norton. Try Nod32. It's what I recommend to all my customers. Uses very little of the system resources.

Tux_Fan · 01-19-2009, 08:55 PM

Ok maybe another couple posts

Nice cup holder. Thanks for the suggestion mrpesca it helps to have more than one opinion.

Hemply · 01-19-2009, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tux_Fan

Oh and hemply my DOS isnt great mainly because It was a little before my time. You can make a DOS boot disc in Windows by inserting a floppy and right click Format it is pretty straight forward from there. Also if that doesnt work you could try a program like freeDOS I have never used it but it might work.

Thanks I'll look into that.

geochem1st · 01-19-2009, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by USP45Tim

I have a built in cup holder in my computer and it won't come out anymore. Help!

I actually had a stock broker call me about his 'cup holder' not working back in 1998.

geochem1st · 01-19-2009, 11:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jhollon

what about OS/2 Warp, the greatest OS ever made

It was decades ahead of its time and I was real upset when IBM withdrew support for it. It was a true multitasking graphical OS that ran rings around Windows, Linux wasn't even viable back then. Great OS.

drewbertca · 01-19-2009, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stinger

WHat is the best anti-virus program? I am annoyed by McAfee and want to try something else.

Linux

drewbertca · 01-19-2009, 11:34 PM

I have a question.......After trying Linux why go back to windoze?

Here's the answer: Only for recording since the open source community isn't quite there yet......

I know I've tried.....I use Linux for almost everything but I've had miserable luck with audio recording so I have to dual boot and jump over to Windoze XP pro for my recording needs....it sucks....maybe 64Studio will get it's act together soon and work properly......

Another Question Tux fan....which Distro do you use...I've been loyal to ubuntu for about 3 years now....

Zoshquin · 01-19-2009, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tux_Fan

I know that most of you have computers (since you are posting on MLP duh). Well now I am offering my services to you for a limited time only. I am sort of a wiz when it comes to computers. I have experience with windows, Linux , and a little bit of mac OSX. So if you have a question feel free to ask and I will try to answer it for you. Also if you know anything about computers check in and see if you can answer some of the questions.

dude maybe we should start a Computer Wiz Group?

good to see another wiz here

I'm kinda techno-freak too.. lol
Used to use Linux.. but when I got alot of photoshop requests I get irritated restarting and also I need windowze for recording(wanted a mac but i'd rather spend my $$ on guitar gears).. so I sticked with windoze for awhile.. but still booting up my linux form time to time..

Zoshquin · 01-20-2009, 12:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stinger

WHat is the best anti-virus program? I am annoyed by McAfee and want to try something else.

McAfee is bad.. really bad. If you don't want to use linux(which I recommend you to do so..) try Eset's NOD32.

Tux I hope you don't mind me answering questions on your thread?

Tux_Fan · 01-20-2009, 05:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zoshquin

McAfee is bad.. really bad. If you don't want to use linux(which I recommend you to do so..) try Eset's NOD32.

Tux I hope you don't mind me answering questions on your thread?

No please do. I use opensuse. I have tried others but i just really like suse. I am a super geek for my age so I cant really help not talking about computers. Unfortunately the first computer i built (when i was like 7 or 8) ran windows 98 luckily it only ran for about 3 days before dying. Ok i will make a social group if you want. Should it be Invite only, Public, or moderated? That way we can discuss stuff we like and we can use this thread to answer questions.

Sorry about bashing OS/2 geochemist it was a little before my time as well.

Zoshquin · 01-20-2009, 05:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tux_Fan

No please do. I use opensuse. I have tried others but i just really like suse. I am a super geek for my age so I cant really help not talking about computers. Unfortunately the first computer i built (when i was like 7 or 8) ran windows 98 luckily it only ran for about 3 days before dying. Ok i will make a social group if you want. Should it be Invite only, Public, or moderated? That way we can discuss stuff we like and we can use this thread to answer questions.

Sorry about bashing OS/2 geochemist it was a little before my time as well.

cool

lol I built my 1st pc when I was like 10 or 11

and still working today after alot of upgrades.. actually I can call it a new pc after the upgrades.. I upgraded the mobo,cpu,memory,hdd power supply,gfx.. except for the case XD

make it moderated

hehe

Tux_Fan · 01-20-2009, 07:05 AM

Ok I made one computer wizards. I really couldnt think of a good name.

Zoshquin · 01-20-2009, 07:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tux_Fan

Ok I made one computer wizards. I really couldnt think of a good name.

that's fine simplicity is cool

I requested to join

Tux_Fan · 01-20-2009, 08:57 AM

Anymore questions?

01-19-2009, 08:19 PM	#31 (permalink)
Redbird Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Donkeyville Posts: 1,058 Thanks: 2 Thanked 10 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Now answering computer related questions. cool thread!! Quick question. old computer that runs slow. Mainly start up and apps. I have done all the routine maint, but still slow. is the computer just aged, or can it be brought up to speed? Compaq presario __________________ REDBIRD 2005 Les Paul Plus 2006 MIM Stratocaster Marshall Class 5 Peavey Vypyr 30 craigslist deal of the year Breedlove Atlas Studio D25/SM

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Tux_Fan Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 153 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Now answering computer related questions. Oh and hemply my DOS isnt great mainly because It was a little before my time. You can make a DOS boot disc in Windows by inserting a floppy and right click Format it is pretty straight forward from there. Also if that doesnt work you could try a program like freeDOS I have never used it but it might work. __________________ Friends Don't Let Friends do Windows. My dogs name is K.D. It stands for Killer Dog so back off.

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Tux_Fan Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 153 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Now answering computer related questions. How old are we talking. I use linux on some very old laptops and it runs great. The other thing you could do is reinstall the old operating system that is on it currently. Things to do with an old computer « Motho ke motho ka botho I have seen longer and better lists so if you dont find something in that list GOOGLE it. P.S. I am going to sleep soon so ask away all night long and i will answer all of your questions in the morning __________________ Friends Don't Let Friends do Windows. My dogs name is K.D. It stands for Killer Dog so back off.

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Redbird Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Donkeyville Posts: 1,058 Thanks: 2 Thanked 10 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Now answering computer related questions. Thanks Tux Its not a dinosaur, only about 6 years old. I have reset to factory defaults about three times, only works temporarily. I will try the link. Thanks for the help! __________________ REDBIRD 2005 Les Paul Plus 2006 MIM Stratocaster Marshall Class 5 Peavey Vypyr 30 craigslist deal of the year Breedlove Atlas Studio D25/SM

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01-19-2009, 08:55 PM	#37 (permalink)
Tux_Fan Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 153 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Now answering computer related questions. Ok maybe another couple posts Nice cup holder. Thanks for the suggestion mrpesca it helps to have more than one opinion. __________________ Friends Don't Let Friends do Windows. My dogs name is K.D. It stands for Killer Dog so back off.

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01-20-2009, 07:05 AM	#47 (permalink)
Tux_Fan Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 153 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Now answering computer related questions. Ok I made one computer wizards. I really couldnt think of a good name. __________________ Friends Don't Let Friends do Windows. My dogs name is K.D. It stands for Killer Dog so back off.

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Tux_Fan Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 153 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Now answering computer related questions. Anymore questions? __________________ Friends Don't Let Friends do Windows. My dogs name is K.D. It stands for Killer Dog so back off.

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