Is there a market for custom built computers sold through an independent person, versus Dell or HP?
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posted by trogdole
on May 18, 2013 -
32 answers
I backed up the contents of my ASUS UL50VT laptop in 2011 to my Seagate external hard drive using their Memeo software. In 2012, I connected the Seagate again and ran a second backup, and it created a separate folder where it stored all the new files I'd gained since the previous time. So far, so good.
Now when I try to back it up again, it has started from scratch--duplicating the entire contents of my 450 GB laptop to a third folder. I'm gonna use up all my hard drive space this way, stat. Any way to make it back up only the new files again, like it did before?
posted by manzanita
on Feb 23, 2013 -
2 answers
Trying to find out copyright information on 20 year old game. (more below)
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posted by gb77
on Feb 20, 2013 -
19 answers
Researchers, Writers, Grad Students, and Professors: Tell me about your technical setup (hardware and software). What do you use, and what couldn't you live without?
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posted by NotMyselfRightNow
on Nov 2, 2012 -
25 answers
Hi
I have programmed on eclipse, a reasonably straightforward program in Python 2.7 that applies image filters to user selected images e.g. by turning them to sepia, black & white, negative, etc. It uses Tkinter for the graphics user interface and the program functions ok. However, I was thinking about how to turn this into a web app. So to transfer this to an Amazon cloud server, I understand that for the client side user interface I would need to convert the program by adding html and javascript to the client side while python handles the server side? Does anyone know of any tutorials or other resources that are particularly good at covering web apps like this using python, html and javascript?
posted by conrad101
on Sep 19, 2012 -
3 answers
I have a folder of JPG files. I want to create a PDF with one of those JPGs on each page. I don't want to spend any money. I am using a Windows computer.
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posted by Egg Shen
on Aug 9, 2012 -
11 answers
Some tech blogger - probably one with a Mac focus - wrote a post about leaving TextMate for a different text editor, in the style of someone addressing a person with whom they were ending a romantic relationship. Can you help me find it?
posted by Egg Shen
on Jul 27, 2012 -
4 answers
Outlook 2010 Filter - Why oh why do the changes I make to body portion of .oft email templates not save correctly? Woah not all at once now!
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posted by amazingstill
on Jun 27, 2012 -
2 answers
I would like to get a new job in Chicago. What are some things I can do over the summer to maximize my odds at finding employment in the windy city? My field is software engineering.
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posted by Green With You
on Apr 23, 2012 -
8 answers
Renter's Remorse Filter. I moved into a new place and I cannot stand it (upstairs neighbor sounds like an elephant, asinine condo regulations, horrible parking, etc.) Is there a countdown timer utility (Mac OS 10.6) or email service that I can use to count down the weeks I have left to live here? Ideally, I would like to receive an email at the end of every week, saying I have X number of weeks left.
posted by invisible ink
on Feb 26, 2012 -
2 answers
We are sending a nifty notebook computer to a 13 year-old girl in the Philippines, and wish to load it with interesting software to entertain and educate her. What programs do you recommend? You may also suggest bookmarks to awesome websites.
posted by weapons-grade pandemonium
on Feb 11, 2012 -
15 answers
Why is my cursor spinning (i.e. "thinking") so frequently in Photoshop Elements 8 (PSE 8)?
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posted by aelish
on Jan 28, 2012 -
7 answers
How can I thoroughly test the Windows 7 desktop machine I built for my dad before I give it back to him? He lives 4.5 hours away so I won't be able to easily respond to problems once he has it.
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posted by decrescendo
on Dec 19, 2011 -
11 answers
I'm looking for a piece of software that I can use to create a karaoke video with Japanese text that scrolls at a constant rate.
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posted by Vorteks
on Nov 14, 2011 -
5 answers
Anyone know of good online or in-person (in the Philadelphia) training options for R statistical programming?
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posted by moshimosh
on Nov 10, 2011 -
4 answers
I've reached a point where I don't have the desire to continue developing my commercial software product. I need some help on deciding what to do with it.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 8, 2011 -
10 answers
ComputerToolsFilter: Just cause i work in the industry (Computer) im always getting ask from family and friends to fix their computers. Can you please give me a list of mandatory tools and software that you use so i can always be prepared when im fixing their laptop, pc, printer, router, viruses, spyware, etc? Basically im looking to put a laptop together with essential software for fixing all my friends and familys needs? All suggestions will be appreciated.
posted by flipmiester99
on Nov 8, 2011 -
11 answers
I'd love to learn how to program effectively in a language like C++ or Java, so that I can, within a year or so, be somewhat productive.
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posted by oaklandj
on Oct 30, 2011 -
17 answers
I have a Mac desktop with OS X 10.6.8 and use Firefox. When I try to download something like CCleaner or updated version of Adobe Flash, I'm unable to do so. Instead I'm told I've chosen to open a binary file, and when I click Save File, a blank box opens with a "Download" label, but then just sits there: a blank white box apparently doing nothing. I wait, and nothing happens.
I'm computer dumb, so be gentle. Have I got my settings screwed up, or am I not doing something I should? This has happened a bunch of times when I try to download other stuff.
I hate being ignorant.
Many thanks if you can help.
posted by fivesavagepalms
on Sep 30, 2011 -
7 answers
I'm wondering about what measures can be taken to increase gender diversity in male-dominated workplaces. For women who work in male-dominated fields - how did your company's culture contribute to creating an appealing work environment for you? What can be done to build and foster this kind of culture?
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posted by remixnine
on Sep 11, 2011 -
25 answers
Which programming languages are best suited to creating a timetabling application?
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posted by bister
on Jun 26, 2011 -
16 answers
I have a piece of software that works on Windows 7, 32-bit, but not on x64 versions. Is it possible to get it working on my computer, perhaps in a VM? I also have the linux version of the software.
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posted by Canageek
on Mar 23, 2011 -
11 answers
What's the best way to do a complete clone/copy/export/duplicate/mirror/whatever of an Eclipse-based development environment and move it to another PC?
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posted by nmaster64
on Mar 16, 2011 -
4 answers
Is there any way I can determine, with a high degree of confidence, whether or not my employer can track what I do on my home network using my employer-purchased Mac running OS X 5.8?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 8, 2011 -
13 answers
Is there any way to record or download youtube videos for free using some software? Thanks.
posted by da_wump
on Feb 1, 2011 -
17 answers
MacFilter: Looking for a program or shell script that will allow me to quickly and easily scan my computer (Mac) for duplicates of images and consolidate them so that aren't redundant copies taking up space everywhere.
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posted by Bengston
on Oct 26, 2010 -
3 answers
Programming Filter: I'm applying for software jobs, but I don't want to forget what I know. How should I practice to keep my skills sharp?
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posted by Chicken Boolean
on Oct 21, 2010 -
22 answers
[MSAccess Filter] HELP! I have been thrust into Access with no understanding of how it works beyond a 10-minute "use this" and "do that" session. Now I think I inadvertently deleted a couple of essential "forms." Can I get them back? Or rebuild them? I know the data must still be in there, but I don't know how to display it.
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posted by AnOrigamiLife
on Sep 16, 2010 -
7 answers
The license system used by my company supposedly infringes a patent. Help me find some examples of similar license systems which existed before the patent was granted.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 3, 2010 -
13 answers
Please Hope Me! My internet connection is fine as is my internet access - but none my mac software is connected to the internet it seems.
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posted by JaiMahodara
on Jun 16, 2010 -
10 answers
Please help me find patient or practice management software for a SMALL chiropractic office.
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posted by SuperErin
on Mar 3, 2010 -
5 answers
I found a free application called
Freedom whereby one can disable one's internet access for up to eight hours, unless one re-boots. But it is exclusively for the Mac, and I run PC's. I can't find a version or a similar app for my Windows Vista-equipped PC. Does anyone know of such program?
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posted by swlabr
on Feb 1, 2010 -
19 answers
How can I (non-programmer), create a customized installer? (see details please!)
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posted by stevyb
on Oct 3, 2009 -
7 answers
I'm taking an innovative course on using technology for humanitarian causes, taught by a professor I really like. But it's awful! How can I tell him what I think, and/or turn this disaster of a course into something worthwhile?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 23, 2009 -
29 answers
High fidelity DVD ripping: collecting short videos from separate DVDs without losing any quality
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posted by sloe
on Aug 25, 2009 -
7 answers
IT Filter: Anyone know of a resource or protocol for opening .QIC files (Old Windows backup file format) short of finding a machine with Windows 95/98 on it?
Had a laptop stolen and this is the only format in which I still have ALL of my writing from college/grad school.
Any help is appreciated (please no lectures on backing up files... have learned my lesson.)
posted by Prevailing Southwest
on Aug 10, 2009 -
4 answers
I'm curious about 'trojan' software for tracking a computer after it's been stolen.
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posted by kaibutsu
on Aug 7, 2009 -
9 answers
What free software (or adroit use of SmartDraw or basic MS Office products) provides a template for making pretty continuum figures/charts for inclusion in a Word document?
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posted by Clyde Mnestra
on Jul 28, 2009 -
3 answers
What are the common form of Computer Virus spread these days? I remeber back in the day it was all about Word macros, then Outlook attachmets auto-running, but therse days is it all Internet Browser Exploits? How does your computer get infected these days? Can you get a virus just by visiting a webpage (but not running any aps / agreeing to intall anything)?
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posted by mary8nne
on Jun 22, 2009 -
13 answers
I'm in the market for a new laptop. Should I get a PC or Mac? What specs are important for me to look at when making a decision?
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posted by reenum
on Jun 2, 2009 -
31 answers
What iPhone flashcard application will best help me study for the bar?
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posted by yesno
on May 16, 2009 -
6 answers
Can I sing (or hum or whistle) into my computer and have it produce notated music?
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posted by Flunkie
on Mar 11, 2009 -
5 answers
Why do many programs on my computer "twitch" up and down uncontrollably when my cursor is on them? When the cursor is over the task bar or at the top of the screen, they stop.
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posted by Waldo Jeffers
on Mar 10, 2009 -
4 answers
