Antje, glad it worked for you.

Antje: Pretty much any USB wireless adapter should work. My preference is Linksys devices, but there are several that are good.

rod03801: My kids got something like this on their computer. I tried three different anti-spyware tools...none of them could remove it. One did identify it. Unfortunately, I can't remember the name of the spyware. When I did a internet search, I was told that It could not be removed. I ended up using the ultimate spyware removal tool: FDISK!

Good luck

ßăķëď Äłáşķǻñ: I have limited exposure to Vista. But what I have seen is not good. I would expect many programs to quit working once you upgrade (crossgrade? downgrade?) to Vista. I am a Software developer and several of my company's products don't work on Vista. Some of the products we interface with also don't work.

It also seems to be cumbersome to use. Our software, like most, is not "Signed" and does not have a "Trust Certificate" with it. So, Vista ALWAYS asks "Are you sure" every time we try to run something. VERY annoying after a while.

Finally, as with any Microsoft OS, I would wait until some "Service Packs" have been released to fix the expected bugs.

Gr☺uch☺: I don't see anything that says beta. Again, overall, I still like it.

I use FireFox 2.0. I like it better than IE. But, since I upgraded to 2.0 I've had some problems. Every once in a while, FireFox won't load. When this happens, it showes up in "Processes" under task manager, but nothing hits the screen. All I have to do is kill the process, then it will load again.

Baked Alaskan: That one is SpellBound (hosted on sourceforge). Unfortunately it doesn't work with version 1.5

I am using Firefox version 1.5.04

What do you recommend for a spell checker?

Ogopogo: OK...To Configure the D-Link Router: Open a web browser and browse to the Router's address. The default address is: http://192.168.0.1

You will need to log in. The default User name is admin (all lower case). The default password is blank.

You can reset the router to default settings by pressing the "reset" button on the back of the unit.

Once you have connected/logged into the router, you can configure it based on your ISP's settings.

Ogopogo: I've never used a D-Link router, but I have a friend who has. Have you been able to access your router's configuration? My guess, is that it was set up for your last ISP. Until you reconfigure your router for your new ISP, it won't work. I will check with my friend on configuring a D-Link router.

Ogopogo: There are lots of ways to connect/configure your network (Internet access). Lets start with the router...First, what type of router do you have? Usually, Your DSL (cable modem) connects to your router (you did say you have a router). Then your computers connect to the router to get internet access.

Usually, to configure your router, you have to open up a browser and type in the router's URL (IP address). Here is the default URL for Linksys routers: http://192.168.1.1

Ogopogo: Did you reconfigure your router for your new provider? Your're not using AOL are you?

bitwisexor: Well, I'm not sure how the NAT (network Address Translation) works, But I do know that two computers behind a router will appear to the internet as having the same IP address. That is, they will both appear to have to IP address of the router. For example: If you have a Linksys wireless router, the computers behind it will have private IP address (192.68.x.x). If you connect to a server on the internet, the server will see them as the public IP assigned to the router (usually assigned by your ISP).

Pedro Martínez: It could be a family member. Two computers connected to the internet would most likely connect through a router. Once the connection goes out on the internet, they would both have the same IP address. What would be a better tracking would be their MAC address. This is used for NAT so that data comming back can find the appropriate computer. Remember, to the internet, everycomputer behind a router appears to have the router's IP address.

Did I get this right?

I am trying to help my parents install a linksys wireless router. They are using AOL with a Cable Modem. I can get the router up and running. the computer connects to it just fine. I can browse the internet with IE. I cannot get AOL to succesfully log in. If I connect the cable modem directly into the computer (bypass the router), AOL connects just fine. Any Suggestions?

More...

Doris, Along with what Pythagoras offered. I have seen bad memory (RAM) do this. Everything is going fine, until the bad part of RAM is used...then Lock-Up!

harley, the easiest is to just get an external hard drive. I have a 300g Maxtor OneTouch II. I just connect it to a computer (USB), and...Presto...I can't tell the difference between that and an internal. Put what you need on it, then take it to the other computer.

Anyone listen to Music CD's on your computer? Then you should read this.

Eriisa: I get it all the time. It has to do with the rendering and how BK pages are layed out (NOT a BK bug or problem). Hopefully, it is addressed soon, but I wouldn't hold your breath.

ScarletRose: Ain't that the way it always is? Well, my bed time...Goodnight all.

ScarletRose: Too bad. Sorry to hear that.

There are 10 types of people in this world, those that understand binary and those that don't...

Flake: Yes, it does. In fact, I have a Delphi 5 App that uses the TMediaPlayer and wav files.

Flake: The TMediaPlayer in Delphi (7) doesn't support MP3 files. The ShellExecute will let you open/run any file as long as it has a recognized extension. for Example:

ShellExecute( Application.MainForm.Handle, nil,pchar(FileName), pchar(Params), PChar(DefaultDir), 0);

So, if you passed in the name of the MP3 file into the varialble "FileName", this would execute the default action associated with MP3 files. i.e It would load you media player and play it.

Flake: I am currently developing with Delphi 7. I can help...What do you need?

ScarletRose: Just send me a PM with the email address you want a gmail invite sent to. Others can too.

Hrqls: Keep the mouse and spill another Coke on your keyboard.

Hrqls: Coke is VERY hard on keyboards. If you go wireless (I did) make sure you get a keyboard that has the same layout as you are used to. For example, Microsoft's wireless keyboard combined the Insert and Delete keys into one BIG Delete key. Then they moved the insert kety elsewhere. also, on the Microsoft Wireless keyboard, by default, the Function (F1-F12) keys don't work.

I prefer the Memorex wireless keyboard/mouse combo. Very standard layout of the keys, plus all the quick launch keys that many people like.

I can't imagine anyone copyrighting a potential life saving warning so others wouldn't be able to share it.

Fencer: Thanks. BTW, the RSS feeds don't work for general chat and feature requests.

What RSS program do you recommend to read the feeds for BK?

nobleheart, or were you looking for something with more features?

nobleheart, I just checked...Control-PrintScreen even captures on dual monitors.

nobleheart, Ctrl-PrtScn...Then just paste it into something like MS Paint.

danoschek:

Whoa! danoschek and nobleheart, Don't put me in the middle of something here. If you want an invite, nobleheart, just PM me your email address. For everyone...I don't give out email address without permission. Period.

Anyone else want an invite to try a gmail account? Just PM me your email address that you want the invite sent to.

danoschek, very interesting article. Personally, I don't care if software is called spyware, adware, maware, or any other name. If it is installed without asking me, it is BAD. It steals my system resources (hard drive space, cpu usages, memory, etc.). Further more, if I cannot remove it using the "add/remove software" applet, It is even worse.

Hrqls, I would spend the money to make sure you get the features you want. Such as downloadable maps. Also, get one before you need it so you can have the time to learn how to use it. You can go to http://www.geocaching.com for some fun exercizes to help you learn how to use it.

I've only used one once. When it says it is for the US market only and uses the WAAS...does it only work in the US. Isn't the WAAS a US based network?

Universal Eyes, are you talking to me or BBW?

danoschek, I'm not sure...You don't like Microsoft?

I don't either. However, I have learned that when I use Microsoft products, I have less problems with my computer. Not that Microsoft products are better. I, personally, think that Microsoft intentioanlly designs their products to be incompatible with other software. Then when you mix Microsoft with non-Microsoft you get problem.

Aragon: That was fine for CDs, but it didn't seem to work for DVDs. Maybe it was just me...

Aragon: Well, I couldn't figure out how to get Windows XP to write DVD's.

Aragon: I used Roxio (Easy CD Creator). then I upgraded to windows XP. I have upgraded both XP and Easy CD Creater several times. Now CD Creatore works fine. However, when it failed, I got not error message. Neither did I get errors access other drive. What happened, when I tried to use Easy Cd Creator, was the program locked up leaving the processor maxed out at 100%. No matter how long I waited, It never returned...I just had to reboot.

Legally, No! You need to buy another license for the new computer. Unless, you remove Windows XP from your old one. Each computer needs it's own license.

chupacabraVS2: Isn't linux a Peanuts Character? I use Windows XP. There is an interesting coorelation between Windows and a Virus. both are malicious programs that comsume all resources of the computer and cause it to frequently crash.

AbigailII: Pretty much, you are correct (and I am the one that configured it). Do you consider cable modems as routers? I guess technically they are, they just don't offer protection.

AbigailII: Ah, Windows. Not doing Windows explains being able to configure your OS so you don't need a firewall. In Windows, it is extremely difficult (if not impossible) to make it safe from attacks.

As for my firewall, yes, I can configure it. No, it is not Microsoft's. You are right...Since I don't trust Microsoft's other programs, why would I trust their firewall? Actually, my computer is behind a router so it doesn't really need a personal firewall. Although, I do have Zoln Lab's firewall installed.

AbigailII: Some ISP's will allow servers as long as they are non-business related (and don't draw too much traffic). As for firewalls, If you are on the internet, you should be behind a firewall. I have yet to meet someone (myself included) that can configure their OS to sufficently protect themselves and others against malicious behaviors so prevelant on the internet. If you can...are you available for consulting?

At one point I just had dialup, even with that type of connection, I received attacks. There are some attacks that use your machine to attack others. Do a search for Distributed Reflective Denial of Service attacks for some interesting reading. There are so many intrinsic service of Windows that can be used for attacks. That is why Microsoft has started including a personal Firewall in its operating systems.