Windows XP or linux?

Windows XP or linux?

cdn_bc_ca

#61

Re: RE: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 8th, 2005

[quote="Judland"]
Right after you tell me how I can turn off HTML and RTF formatting in Outlook. I'm really getting tired of the e-mails at the office I get with the HR person's pink and green striped backgrounds.

All I want is the message.
quote]

Here is the option. You can get there by going to Tools->Options->Email Options. Check "Read all standard mail in plain text". Now all your email will be plain text.

I've included before after screenshots... but they are probably not in the right order.

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cdn_bc_ca

#62

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 8th, 2005

Quote: Originally Posted by Judland

Quote: Originally Posted by no1important
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scroll down a bit.
On my system, once everything was working, the Canon printer monitor gave me a printer status readout, including ink levels in each of the four ink tanks while a print job was underway, as shown below:

Good one, no1! Seems as though you're grasping the Linux world quite well. It's not all that much work, is it?

Please! C'mon. I've been asking all these questions but not getting any answers! Not all that much work? I haven't got a simple answer to the question of how to put 4 images on a 8.5x11 and print borderless, no answer on if the above Canon driver works on an S820 (I'm guessing that it's not supported). Nor any answer on how to install said Canon software!

I've even took the time to answer your questions on how to turn off html formatting in outlook which I don't even use!

Please feel free to answer my questions.

If you need any more help with MS or related software, I would be glad to help.

Cheers.

Judland

#63

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 11th, 2005

Quote: Originally Posted by cdn_bc_ca

I've even took the time to answer your questions on how to turn off html formatting in outlook which I don't even use!

Hmm... I don't seem to have "read all standard mail as plain text" as an option under tools. In fact, my Outlook doesn't look anything like the screenshots you posted. What's wrong?

Judland

#64

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 11th, 2005

As for the printing... I'd have to do some research, as the printer I have (an HP 3-in-1) doesn't even print a bleeding edge when I use the printer itself (no computer involved) to copy a document that is larger than the page size itself.

I get a small margin no matter what.

So, is this a Linux "compromise" or is this just the capabilities of the printer/scanner/copier I purchased? I'd say it's a limitation of the printer.

Have you tried contacting Canon about this issue with your printer?

In any case, I still can't get HTML / RTF formatting out of my e-mails and you still can't print a bleeding edge on your printer. One doesn't seem to be easier than the other so far.

Cactii

#65

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 12th, 2005

Sorry, I'm to lazy to read through all the replies.
Answering your original question. It really depends what you like to do. If you are just on the internet, checking your email, doing some word processing etc.. Linux is awesome and you wouldn't even need to learn anything. I would recommend "Ubuntu" it is very easy to use and has most of the applications to do just that. If you want a bit more style and do some of the whole digital life things I would go for a MAC Mini. In my opinion no OS currently can beat OSX Tiger. I use both and I like both however most of my work is done on OSX.

cdn_bc_ca

#66

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 14th, 2005

Quote: Originally Posted by Judland

Quote: Originally Posted by cdn_bc_ca
I've even took the time to answer your questions on how to turn off html formatting in outlook which I don't even use!
Hmm... I don't seem to have "read all standard mail as plain text" as an option under tools. In fact, my Outlook doesn't look anything like the screenshots you posted. What's wrong?

Maybe different version.... I'm using Outlook 2003. Unless you are using a really really old version, there should be some option to turn off HTML. It would be helpful if you told me what version you are using.

Thanks.

cdn_bc_ca

#67

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 14th, 2005

[quote="Judland"]Have you tried contacting Canon about this issue with your printer?
[quote]

I emailed them about my problem but they never replied. I read somewhere that Canon is starting to make Linux drivers for their printers now (as evidenced in a previous post of the IPXXXX printer)... just not for the older S series.

Anyway, somebody out there has got to make a killer app that allows me to arrange my photos with a few mouse clicks first.

cdn_bc_ca

#68

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 14th, 2005

cdn_bc_ca

#69

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 14th, 2005

Judland, since I do not have a previous version of Outlook that is older than 2003, I looked on the Internet and found this:
How to turn off HTML in Outlook 2000/2002: --

Here is an article on securing Outlook:
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Finally, I would recommend you get a virus checker that checks your email too. I've found a free antivirus program that provides your run-of-the-mill realtime protection in addition to e-mail, p2p, etc... The one I use is avast and it is free. It has an plugin for Outlook. The virus and program updates are free but you need to register with an email address. They update their virus definitions almost daily.

Cheers.

#juan

#70

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 14th, 2005

Can anyone tell me which Linux distrbution is the easiest to install and get running in a double boot situation by a neophyte. I've been fiddling with DSL but I think I want more. What I want is an O.S. that is stable and doesn't freeze and is fairly simple to operate. Other than Apple, is there anything like that out there. I tried Slackware Linux on the week end and got in all kinds of trouble.

no1important

#71

RE: Windows XP or linux?

Nov 14th, 2005

Ubuntu or Kanotix

isometric

#72

RE: Windows XP or linux?

Dec 19th, 2005

Mac OSX Alll the way!

cdn_bc_ca

#73

Re: RE: Windows XP or linux?

Dec 19th, 2005

Quote: Originally Posted by isometric

Mac OSX Alll the way!

That would be my second choice

the caracal kid

#74

RE: Windows XP or linux?

Dec 19th, 2005

Mac all the way seconded!

no1important

#75

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Dec 19th, 2005

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Security firm Ironport counted how long it took anti-virus firms to produce an antidote following the first appearance of a malicious program.

It found that, on average, anti-virus firms took 17 hours to respond to new threats.

Some viruses took far longer to tackle and in one case specific defences took more than three weeks to appear. [/end of teaser]

Click link at top for the rest of article.

no1important

#76

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Dec 29th, 2005

Trojan delivers unwanted gift to Windows PCs

A teaser:

A new Trojan horse program was infecting PCs on Wednesday, exploiting a hole in Windows systems to sneak onto computers, then dropping adware or spyware or turning them into zombies, according to several Internet security companies.

The Trojan, dubbed Exploit-WMF (Windows Meta File), was rated a category 2 level risk, meaning it had the potential to continue to spread, said Dave Cole, director of security response at Symantec.

The exploit "is misusing a function in the WMF library in Windows," dropping onto the machine a downloader Trojan "that pulls down its big brother, a more sophisticated Trojan" from a server on the Internet, he said.

"Then it might try to pull down adware, spyware or a bot program," that can turn the computer into a zombie to be used for attacking other machines or sending spam, or just leave a hole on the computer through which sensitive data could be stolen, Cole said. [/teaser]

leobing

#77

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Feb 3rd, 2006

I would go to Linux and I will Suggest you try KANOTIX
I am running it now and so far cannot find anything in XP that I can't do easier in Linux. Linux is faster on the net and It just runs and runs. It never seems to have any problems. I never have had a virus unlike when I ran MS. The stories going around that Linux is hard are just plain silly. Maybe 6 or 7 years ago it might have been hard for some people but it is extremely easy to install now. With many Linux version you get an iso file you download freeely and put it in the cd drive and reboot the machine. It comes up with a live version of KANOTIX andduring boot up it wants you to select the language you want and the screen definition (1024x768 etc.) You can run it on the web from there to see how it works and if it is your cup of tea, you can install it. You get to re partition your hard drive and it will let you keep XP and will dual boot when you reboot your computer. You choose which you want to run. I have XP on here but it just so I can help my friend who is still afaraid to go to Linux.

leobing

#78

Re: Windows XP or linux?

Feb 3rd, 2006

I would suggest that you use the partition tools that come in the Linux distro you choose to do the repartitioning. There are a lot of Linux users in your area. Vancouver Linux users group is one. Some one there would likely be able to and would like to help. One of the better linux versions is from Vancouver. It is vector linux.

Donuts

#79

RE: Windows XP or linux?

Feb 4th, 2006

Even tho I run linux primarily at work and home, I would not recommand it to everybody, at least not yet.

To be honest here, I would say use windows for those regular folks with the assumption that it does not cost you extra bucks.

JoeyB

#80

RE: Windows XP or linux?

Feb 4th, 2006

How about Macintosh???

benefits of unix, plus a very useable GUI. also, because of the unix base, many programs once only 'windows PC' are now available cross platform.

It is certainly the most logical migration, for someone who wants a GUI and unix stability. Forget the small end versions though, go for the middle to high end iMac (20" iMacs are fantastic things) or a Power G5 Pro, might be a lil on the pricey side, but that's cos you dont have to keep taking it down to the shop to have things fixed, and the virus thing.... all but non-existent.

When you want to learn more about UN*X, then you can install Yellow Dog linux in a snap, or try Red hat enterprise, SuSE, Debian, Darwin, BSD... the sky is the limit. Personally though... most people I know, buy the mac and fall in love with them, because they just work.

If I could convince all my customers to buy them however, I'd be out of business in a snap... so don't tell anyone I told you this!

tawker

#81

RE: Windows XP or linux?

Feb 4th, 2006

I love the mac GUI too. The thing about Macs is the hardware lasts a lot longer than your traditional windows box (able to use it w/ the OS at a decent speed) so your TCO is a LOT lower.

JoeyB

#82

RE: Windows XP or linux?

Feb 7th, 2006

TCO on a mac is roughly 36 months before either upgrading memory to the max and keeping it for another 18 months, or going all out from the start and making it last 60 months. Yes I am familiar with TCO across platforms, and yes the mac, on end-user systems wins by quite a margin. Griffith University's IT dept did a TCO study on their whole-of-campus(es) and the mac TCO after just 12 months came in a whopping 40% lower than the equivalent PC hardware.

I'm still a huge Sun Microsystems fan, love SPARC's but also realize they are cost-prohibitive for all but the most seriously deranged IT geeks, however since the release of Solaris 10 '06, buying an Opteron / x86 /a64 with one or two decent processors a decent (high end) motherboard and a good whack of ram, you're just above the cost of a mac, and you have the most rock solid platform on earth. Don't forget about Sun's contributions to the W3C and their Software platforms. Java is everywhere.

ahhh, I forgot to mention, the best part about linux / UN*X is the tweaking. once you pop, you can't stop.

joe6966

#83

RE: Windows XP or linux?

Jul 15th, 2006

Great info, people! I read all of these posts about Linux, and wish to learn how to use it. I have the Knoppix 3.9 CD, and used it 2 times. It found and read my Zio Multi Media Card Reader, which XP has forgotten how to do. It did work for 5 years on XP. However, Knoppix fould my 2 hard drives each with 2 partitions, but reported "No Folders, No Files".
I know that most of these distros will not access the hard drives to write, so that is a negative attribute to me.
I save stuff, not just browse. I save email for reference. I have about 8 years worth of files I want to keep, and they mostly only work in MS programs.

SaintLucifer

#84

Re: RE: Windows XP or linux?

Jul 15th, 2006

Quote: Originally Posted by no1important

Well I would save up some money, sell your computer, buy a mac with os 10 with jaguar . Much more stable than anything Bill Gates comes out with.

Why would you pay more money for a system that can barely be differentiated from today's current PCs? They use the same processors yet cost much, much more. Once Apple switched to Intel chips I expected the prices for their computers to drop. They have not. They remain the same yet there is no performance difference. Go ahead and purchase the OS 10 Jaguar. Have fun finding software that will run on it.

Judland

#85

Re: RE: Windows XP or linux?

Jul 20th, 2006

Quote: Originally Posted by joe6966

Great info, people! I read all of these posts about Linux, and wish to learn how to use it. I have the Knoppix 3.9 CD, and used it 2 times. It found and read my Zio Multi Media Card Reader, which XP has forgotten how to do. It did work for 5 years on XP. However, Knoppix fould my 2 hard drives each with 2 partitions, but reported "No Folders, No Files".
I know that most of these distros will not access the hard drives to write, so that is a negative attribute to me.
I save stuff, not just browse. I save email for reference. I have about 8 years worth of files I want to keep, and they mostly only work in MS programs.

I'm certain that this would be different if you actually installed Linux to your hard drive, rather than just use the live CD.

However, I have used Knoppix in the past to read and write to Microsoft NTFS and FAT partitions. I've rescued a few crashed MS-Windows systems with Linux this way.

If you really want to use a user friendly distro, I suggest Mandriva.

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