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$80 off Kindle DX
I know there have been many discussions on which e-reader is the best for our technical books. A lot of people think the Kindle DX is the way to go, and today it is $80 off. Amazon.com Gold Box: New Deals. Every Day. Just thought I would share.
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Cisco CIUS Tablet - NO not a joke!
As PlayBook Launches, Cisco's Cius Slowly Emerges - PCWorld http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps11156/index.html Seems like this is the direction John Chambers invisions the company towards. Key highlights of Andriod 2.2 device: The Cius has a 7-inch screen and a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor. It will come initially with…
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ESX 3.5 inside vmware workstation 6 issue
I was able to get the ESX software loaded and installed inside the workstation 6. But when it reboots after installation it gets stuck at "VMkernel loaded successfully" Any ideas why? I'm running the vmware workstation on a compaq proliant ML350 G3 with intel xeon and 3.5gigs of RAM
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Batch file query
Hi, just wondered if anybody knew much about batch files. What I'm trying to do is to enter a few lines of coding to a batch file which will be put on a CD. My lines of coding when run will delete a file and then copy in a new file from the CD. This is straight forward enough for example: @echo off cls DEL…
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Cobian Backup hangup
Running Cobian backup, latest edition. We have a SQL query that backs up our DB every night, then makes a copy called xxx.bak. This is all done on the local server. We would like to move that .bak file to the NAS drive in another office. Cobian is set up to do this, but it hangs part way through the process, and you cannot…
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Compliling a small Android app development team
Hey all, I am currently compiling [pun intended] a small android app development team. All compensation will be in the form of royalties generated from app sales. I am seeking one or two individuals skilled in Java. Android app experience would be a huge plus. This project is for fun but has a lot of potential to be a…
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Internet Explorer 9
Did you try the new IE version? Do you like it or dislike it less than prior versions? Will you make the switch (back) to IE as a primary browser?
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The race
YouTube - The Race I just want to share this old video. I can relate this video per my career. Happy studying homies!
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They will put anything in a cloud, wont they!
Can't Get a Real Girlfriend? Get a "Cloud" Girlfriend - Slashdot
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Remote Access
Hey all, I know that many people here have labs in their homes. How do you guys/gals remotely access your lab (if you do at all)?? I have been working with OpenVPN Access Server and it's alright...just wanted to see if there are some better options out there.
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nsupdate for dynamic dns in Linux
Is there a way I can have nsupdate perform automatic update as soon as the client receives an IP address from a windows DHCP server? I can use a manual way of running nsupdate to delete the old dns A record in the zone file on the client machine but is there a way that process can be automated? or the only solution is to…
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OpenSource Licensing Which License
Of the open source licenses which do you guys like the best and why? Apache, BSD, CDDL, EPL, GPLv2, LGPL, MIT, Ms-PL, MS-RL This is in relation to the creation of a CodePlex site for the Silverlight ChesSDK project being kicked around here:…
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Help with garage project (Silverlight chess library)
Just wondering if anyone would be interested in helping with a "garage" project. Basically I'm working on a Silverlight library for programming chess related controls such as a PGN viewer and controls for training tactics via puzzles. Any one interested in helping out?
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Where start?
hi im look some where start in programming langauage any Advice? whatis the language with more demand?
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Java - How do I do this?
Creating a script that stores and generates invoices, with an invoice number that should increment. Each time I call the method, it just generates Invoice "1". I know I need to move the declaration "invoiceNumber = 0" to outside the class so it is only called once, but where can it go so it is only called once, and will…
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Patching
Hey guys, We are a small managed service provider. Handling about 60 companies with a staff of a dozen. Currently we use a tool called Kaseya to roll out patches. But it really doesn't help with the patch management piece. I was just wondering what you guys do in terms of patch management testing, planning, roll out etc.…
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iSCSI transfer, is it normal speed?
Hi, I’m using MD3000i iSCSI SAN connected to host using MPIO and two network adapters. 6 HDD in RAID 1+0 450GB 15K I’m coping large file (60GB) from one LUN to another (no other action performed on SAN) and my transfer is 42-50 MB/sec. I expected something more so I wander is fault of my configuration or standard? In some…
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Teaming up to build an information system?
Is anyone else here interested in building a financial information system to demonstrate their database, web, and programming skills as a team?
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Study or Game!?
Got kind of an odd one for yall lol. Ok I play this Sim/Game called iRacing iRacing.com | The Premier Online Sim Racing Game it is a subscription based service. I would say iRacing is kind of like WOW, but for race car fans. Nonetheless... I am sort of borderline ehh I hate to use the word "addicted", but I highly enjoy…
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BSDA (BSD Associate )
Anyone thinking about doing this one? I work with PFsense daily and I am somewhat comfortable with it. I know PFsense is FreeBSD based but is not really the same. At 75 bucks it is very affordable. I know it would be a big resume builder but it might be interesting. I am looking at taking it during the Ohio Linux Fest…
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Kevin Rose Foundation series
Has anyone been watching these? YouTube - Philip Rosedale of SecondLife - Foundation So far he's had Jack Dorsey (Twitter/Square), Jeff Smith (Smule), and the latest (and my favorite so far) Philip Rosedale of Second Life. I am by no means a programmer, only dabbled in HTML/CSS and started Java (lasted only a week or so…
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learning java
So I'm taking a intro. programming course that's part of a diploma program and we have to learn java. I have a book but the wording isn't very helpful.. Basically they just spit out syntax but don't explain the reasoning behind it. Can anyone recommend and books/videos that can get me up to speed?? Remember it's an intro.…
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Delete Inactive users
Hello Guys, I wanted to change my nick, but as i saw there was already a user with the nickname i desired. Is there any way you can delete users that are not active for a year or so ?
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Hunt for Red October - 2011 Version
Layer 8: Free DARPA software lets gamers hunt submarines
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Stream to the Internet
Hey Guys, I was wondering if some folks here could help me out. I want to create some videos and put them on a website so my coworkers may watch them over the net... I would like to have them be able to visit a website and choose from about 10 videos and stream them on their browser... what would that look like on the…
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Fake External HDDs
Thought you all would find this interesting, if not instructive. Neowin.net - Fake Chinese 500 GB external drive is one clever paperweight (literally)
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Windows question
So, for all you MCM's, MCSE's, and MCITP's out there, i'm trying to administer machines remotely, some of them windows machines, xp, vista, 7 and ws2k3. For the specific project i need to install ftp/tftp remotely, from the command line. I know two things. 1 supposedly u can do anything you can do in the gui from the…
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simple linux routing question
I have 7 network cards. eth1 brings my network connection in. They each have their own bridge vmbrX. eth1 gets vmbr0 for right now. If I bring up vmbr3 (eth3) via dhclient, I lose my network connection. Is it necessary to put the other 6 network connections on a different subnet from my production network? Not sure how…
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New user saying hello
Hello all. I've decided to contribute to this community as it has helped me out many times over the last few months. I've gained a lot of insight into industry expectations and the role that alternate education plays into the appeal of prospective employees. It's certainly been an educational and exciting trip as I've…
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Access Main Computer File (.net)
There are currently no certification tests for any of the following Hollywood Operating Systems (for the most part): http://accessmaincomputerfile.net/ It reminds me of this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkDD03yeLnU
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TCP/IP Presentation
I have an interview next week to teach IT classes at a local college. Part of the interview process is to give a 15 minute presentation on TCP/IP. I'd like some input from the TE'ers here on what I should put in the presentation.
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New member!
Hi everyone! I am a new member on this site. I am here to meet new people and make friends. Hope I can meet someone here. And I'm willing to share any ideas of any kind of topic.
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Commodore 64 and Amiga
I know the Amiga line has been tossed around forever I stopped keeping track a while back. Commodore USA Guess there is a 64 in a keyboard and the Amiga is getting released. Found out about it because they had an add inside my copy of Tron Legacy Blu ray.
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How to get IE to stop complaining about a self-signed certificate?
I sadly have to use IE for an MS application, and it keeps giving me that darn "There is a problem with this website's security certificate." page, I've tried several solutions that I read including adding the website to the trusted sites list and installing the certificate in the Trusted Root Certification Authorities…
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Win 7 install from flash drive
Ok, I have different sources that say different things. Some say to format the flash drive for fat32, others say ntfs. Does it really matter?
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Server PSU is "mooing"
Yeah, you read that right. It's silent otherwise. Every 5 or 6 seconds it goes "moooo". Think it could be the fan bearings? Is it safe to replace a CPU fan? I've got a bunch of extra fans, but I'm not sure if I should attempt to repair it (or even if any of them are the right size). Compressed air didn't work.
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Never too old to be a "hacker"
Grandma Shuts Down Entire Country's Internet - FoxNews.com
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Compassion at Google.
Chade-Meng Tan: Everyday compassion at Google | Video on TED.com There is defiantly something to be said for compassion in management and company structure, but if nothing else I found this video interesting. And doesn't every one meet people and want to make them feel happy? that just seems natural to me... the…
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Need some advice
I want to hear from all of you and get thoughts from those who are doing really well (i.e.: making big $$$ at what you are doing, have the degrees, have the multiple certs, and more importantly have the CISSP's, CCNP, CCIE, etc, etc) I'm trying to figure out which path to take as far as my career goes. Right now, I'm a…
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OpenDNS
I am thinking of switching our business over to openDNS for our external DNS resolution. I found this site which I think really helped me make the decision to explore it: Google Public DNS vs OpenDNS vs Your ISP’s DNS – measuring performance The BrowserMob Blog (mostly the utility at the bottom). Have any of you done this…
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free tools looking for
hey guys I thought kiwi was free for backing up 20 devices or less on a schedule? I am looking for 2 tools: 1. netflow tool 2. backup tool for my network devices? I looked on solarindws site these programs say free but I only see free for 30 days only? so that is not free at all. I want to get the free netflow tools and…
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Cheap MAN Technologies
Hello all, Yesterday I asked a question about cheap ways to connect two sites up using the Internet. I'm switching my attentions to MAN technologies now. I learned that SMDS, ATM, WiMAX and FDDI are some of the commonly used MAN solutions. Which one of them is the cheapest? Is there any other cheaper MAN technology that I…
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Changes coming from Cisco?
Article Also check out the video of the IBM superbug (using nano technology) Interesting stuff
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Textpad - Search entire doc regardless of cursor placement?
Is there a way to make Textpad search an entire document, instead of just searching down the doc from my current cursor location? I'm getting really annoyed by having to click back to the top for every search. Thanks!
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Arista Switches
Just wondering if any one has much experince with these? The seem to have a very simmler interface to CISCO IOS (maybe all the ex cisco people working for them) but I have a client using them in large ultra low latence data center and I was jstu wonderign what other people think of them.. Are they any good, seems almost to…
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Network multimedia FullHD player.
Hi, i'm going to buy me a multimedia box that i connect to my HD TV, i want it to be wifi ready,Tv tuner (to record from tv channels ) and it have to play all the main movie types .Avi .mp4 .mov .wmv and more , and of course Full HD. what box is the best for the money, any suggestions? my bugdet is max 300$ . thanx
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Zenos Maidstone bohh!!
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Dealing with HTML Non-Breaking Spaces in Excel
We are having issues is Excel. We are receiving a report in Excel that has been exported from some 3rd party datasource. We have no input into how this file is created. What we have deduced is that some how it has HTML non-breaking spaces in critical places: Example part number 'ABC 1234' and because the space is not…
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New SQL Injection
Have you guys been following this? New Mass SQL Injection Attack Infects Thousands of Pages - Softpedia Not just a SQL related thing, but probably seen from the help desk on up...
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Passwords
hey guys, As you know I work for a small managed service provider. We are looking for a replacement for our current password management. All we really want is a small app we can toss onto Citrix XenApp server that we can lock down by AD group membership. Any input here?
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Laptop CPU on 100%
Hi As title says, I have a laptop that is stuck on 100% CPU I made a mistake of high lighting about 10 word documents and right clicking then selecting Print It then opened up Office 2007 several times then grinding to a halt Have rebooted about 6 times every time it comes on CPU is on 100% Nothing in the running tasks are…
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Question, need advice!
Guys, I got a question for the last six months, I have been working on an amazing project of security, in summary it is about how to solve attack such as vishing, phishing, pharming that affect to banks and how to give to the banks a layer of protection. The question is where should I publish my investigation, any advice?
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Cisco switch ARP Inspection
Hey guys, Anyone actually use Cisco switches with arp inspection? I never have. I am just curious what kinds of challenges you have run into? Benefits realized? etc. Just general input and thoughts would be appreciated. thanks,
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CloudShare pro - Free!!
Anybody have any experience with CludShare Pro? It seems like a pretty neat resource. I just signed up and set up a number of different machines. I could see it being something that people here could find useful for work or learning. I stumbled upon a link for it on another forum and thought I would share it here for those…
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default route in Windows 7
I have a lab network and an internet connected network. I prefer to keep the two separate, but if I plug my Windows 7 computer up to the lab network, it starts trying to route all of my internet traffic to the lab network. Lab network = 10.0.0.0 /8 Home network = 192.168.1.0 /24Pinging 4.4.4.4 with 32 bytes of data:Request…
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Cheap WAN Solutions over the Internet
Hi all, I'm new here. I find this forum very helpful. I have some doubts in my head. I have been given a situation in which I need to recommend low cost WAN solutions using the Internet. I'm thinking of Frame Relay, x.25, ATM and DSL. But I'm not sure about this. Do these technologies use the internet to connect two…
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How to setup my system for packet sniffing
I would like to identify if any computers in my work system are sending or transmitting large amounts of data (possible because of a virus...) I have a T1 connected to an Airport Extreme Router, which in turns runs to our server, and our two primary switches (not managed), lead to all our client computers. How can I setup…
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How Long Will Ballmer Last?
Microsoft employees rate Steve Ballmer as tech's worst CEO. How long can he last? - Computerworld Blogs
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Safari Books Online
Does anyone use Safari Books Online ? They have tons of videos/books for technology stuff....in fact it would have saved me like 600 bucks as they have Shon Harris's video course on there for CISSP. I am signing up for the (book package) like 22bucks/month at the very least I might swing for the 44/with videos, but I have…
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Hi people
Hi people. I joined up a little while ago but never got around to introducing myself and saying hi..........so..........hi. :)
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Fitness Challenge for 2011
We have posted on and off about this for a little while now. It normally comes up around the New Year. So I figured I'd get it going again. My fitness goal for 2011 is to shed about 15 lbs of fat putting me in the 7% body fat range before Spring 2011. Since 2008 I have lost over 110 lbs of fat, and this is the last phase…
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What are you study habits like when studying for multiple certs?
Do you non-stop study with every ounce of free time? Is it healthy to just devote every second of free time to just studying non-stop? I hear people say things like "don't waste your time gaming would you could be earning certs". I have tried this (non-stop studying) and I usually eventually find myself getting rather worn…
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April Fool's Day 2011
Anybody got any pranks lined up for tomorrow? I got an early start today with the Annoy-a-tron from ThinkGeek. A friend of mine here realized it wasn't her computer beeping when it beeped while it was turned off. I'm fully expecting some sort of revenge tomorrow. My boss & HR have approved me changing the desktop wallpaper…
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interested in building a website to sell goods
i have been selling shoes on ebay, there fees are going to increase starting april 19th. I am interested in building a website and would like to get tips, info, suggestions on this journey. I am looking at Web Hosting Services : Shared Web Hosting Plans : 1&1 Internet Inc. for hosting and domain name purposes. Does anyone…
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IPSec VPN Cisco 877 <> Sonic
I got a Sonic in the office and I just got a 877 for my home office and I am trying to establish a IPSec VPN from my home office to the office ... Does anyone got a sample config as I have never seen the 877 before and the documentation is either rubbish or my understanding of it (likely the latter) ...
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Helpdesk software query
Hi guys, My company currently uses Vivantio with around 10 users, but we are seeking to expand the number of users and are looking for possible alternatives to Vivantio. Ideally we are looking for something which provides the same level of functionality but is a bit cheaper. If you guys have any suggestions for good…
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New
Whats up guys. Just ran across this site and figured Id join up. Im currently enrolled in a AAS Networking program. I have my Net + and am currently studying for Sec +. Seems like a knowledgeable group here. Should see more of me. tattoo_tech
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New Poster
I'm a new poster here. Just here to soak up the good knowledge, and hopefully, give some back also. I'm currently pursuing the ITIL V3 Foundation. Also, I'm looking at going back to school for an MBA, currently filling out the apps and whatnot for that, with a hopeful fall start. (I did consider a technical degree, but I…
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Linux help
ok not gonna lie, this is for class, but I got into a bind and missed a couple weeks of class, and am having trouble with some of the homework cause of it. I'm NOT looking for the answers(the instructor posted them actually, so you'd just be repeating them), but some guidance in how to get this to all work myself. The real…
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is 25 to late to start a career in it?
is 25 to late to start a career in it?
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I.T. iPhone apps
Hey guys, What (if any) apps do you use that are I.T. related on your iPhones?? I looked through the app store a few times but the few I found had mixed ratings. Suggestions? Anything I.T. related at all!!
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Google's revolutionary new gmail client
This looks like it should change the way we communicate via e-mail for ever. Gmail Motion BETA
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Windows 8 shipping to key players to "test."
Microsoft starts distributing Windows 8 builds - To its chums | TechEye
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Hello Everyone: Brand New Member
Hello Everyone, I just joined the forum today, so I wanted to make a breif introduction. I wasn't sure which forum to post in, so I came to this one since I have some qualifications for this forum :) . I recently finished up my AAS in Networking, but I have had my first IT job for 3 years (part time) while I was in school.…
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DNS - LEarn from my error
About 4 months ago I began installing our production VMs. I installed about 8 servers and did a P2V on two physicals. I took one of the physical machines that was an application server and did a format/reinstall and made it our PDC. First installed AD then transferred roles. When I installed AD I aparently did not setup…
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Laptop LCD screen issues. help??
I've been trying to get a compaq presario 2100 laptop to work. The LCD screen was very dim so I changed it out with a different used one - still the same result so I tried another one - still the same. Now when I first turn on the laptop the compaq splash screen comes up and you can see it just fine for a second then it…
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RemoteApp Help
Hey guys, I am setting up RemoteApp for the first time in production. Looking for help. I have never had to NAT it out to the public Internet and suddenly I am finding this more challenging than I expected. 1) I installed two servers remoteapp1 (10.1.0.100) and remoteapp2 (10.1.0.101). one runs office 2007 and the other…
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Mail archiving solution
Just curious on what people's thoughts were on the best product for email archiving. Currently running exchange 07/outlook 07 with intentions to move to 2010 on both in the next year. Was looking at GFI mail archiver a little bit. Just curious what other people are using and thoughts. Thanks!
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Need assistance: Cisco 2811 + EtherSwitch module
I was tempted to post this in the CCNP forum, but it's technically not certification-related, so ... here's to hoping that the good folks on TechExams can help me out. I have a 2811 with a NME-16ES-1G-P and lately attempts to access the module via SSH have been refused. Perhaps I made a config change without realizing its…
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PPP - which OSI layer?
from my education and understanding it's data link layer protocol...similar to frame relay, hdlc. however, when discussing about telecom network of point-to-point microwave radio links with my director(CCNA). he described this ppp as layer 3 and is routable. : now, im totally confused. someone share some light to this…
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Do You Think These IT slang words and sayings get used to often?
IT slang and sayings that get over used way to often in IT world. Anyone else think these words and sayings are used way too often in the IT/ business world? Epic Rockstar Awesome Gameover Sayings: Thrown under the bus.. It is what it is……….. Can anyone else think of any other over used saying or words used in the IT or…
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Powershell Help
Alright, this is driving me insane. Can you guys help? Purpose: Writing a script to create Citrix icons through the Citrix SDK. Working line in a normal CMD when variables are replaced with real values: New-XAApplication -DisplayName "R2 - $agencyName" -ApplicationType ServerInstalled -CommandLineExecutable '"C:\Program…
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Comcast Business PRI Vs T1 CAS
New member looking for some advice. How much more reliable is T1 vs Cable in regards to VOIP? Several years ago it seemed VOIP over cable wasn't the way to go compared to the more reliable T1. Has this changed? Is call quality equal now? The monthly cost of a T1 CAS is more expensive than a Cable PRI. This seems…
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What a cyber war may look like
What a cyberwar with China might look like - Computerworld Download the pdf mentioned in the article. Very good reading.
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Creepy Stalks Twitter, Foursquare, and Flickr Users by Aggregating GPS Data - Lifehac
Lifehacker, tips and downloads for getting things done
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Program for finding duplicate pictures
My new boss has a ton of pictures. Probably around 400,000. He's not sure which pictures have been backed up, with the possibility of multiple backups. Anyone have experience with a program to find duplicate pictures? The ones I've tried just choke. It would be nice if we were able to search multiple drives. Thanks.
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/PAE switch on Windows Server 2003 box
Folks, I have a Windows Server 2003 SP2 Standard Edition x86 server in our prod environment. Some more info on this box: 1. Processor doesnt do hardware DEP. 2. Runs SQL. 3. Has 2x 2GB sticks (for a total of 4GB) but the OS only see 3.25GB (32 bit OS) 4. Boot.ini file So the issue is that once every 40 days or so, this…
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Access points for small business?
Hey guys, I'm looking for recommendations for access points for a small business. Probably going to need about 4-6 access points. What do you guys use in your deployments? (I'd especially like to hear from the small business consultants)
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Possible Samsung spyware?
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New variant of ransomware: Encrypts personal files
New Variant of Destructive Ransomware Identified - Softpedia Security researchers from Kaspersky Lab have identified a new variant of a destructive ransomware program that encrypts personal files with an uncrackable algorithm. Ransomware applications block critical system functionality or lock access to important documents…
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Need help updating BIOS
Hey guys/gals, Wondering if someone could help with this. I'm running Win 7 Ultimate on my machine. When trying to update the BIOS through Windows it says I have to do it in 'Pure Dos Mode'. I've tried running it in safe mode w/ command prompt with the same message. Does a Windows 7 Boot disk exist that would help me do…
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Microsoft CRM & SQL
Hello guys, I've been put to the task of building a CRM server for my company. The previous guy was the one installing it and I don't know where he left off. I know there is one server with SQL installed I don't know anything about sql so im not sure what he instaleld or not and if that sql database is in use. Then the…
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Republic of Panama?
Is anyone on TE from Panama? I'm thinking about visiting Panama next year.
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Cisco Associate NCE Program
Is anyone familiar with this program and how it works beyond what's posted. Obviously this is in RTP, NC, and you would be sleeping, eating, and breathing Cisco for at least 8 months or more till your brain explodes. I'm just wondering if this is a paid or non paid gig? Position Detail - Graduate Careers - Careers - Cisco…
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McAfee Website not secure
McAfee's website full of security holes, researcher says
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Video buffering?
I'm trying to watch videos for a class and I find that when watching the videos, the movies are constantly buffering. Now I have a high speed connection and no other part of my connection appears to be affected. Specifically I can start the video which one video is lets say 15 minutes long, pause it to let it "load" for…
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what's the best way to get in to the industry with no experience?
what is the best way to get in to the industry with no experience?
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RSA attacked
I'm actually surprised that this hasn't already been brought up yet. Caution urged in wake of RSA security breach - Computerworld
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advice from webdesigner/web programmers
Any out there highly skilled in php/javascript or asp that I can ask a few questions to about a website I am wanting to make?
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Central log storage for DoD wiping records?
We have begun to be overwhelmed by the amount of paperwork we have piling up from wiping PCs. Is anyone out there using software that auto generates a log file after wiping a PC?