[CGUYS] The height of arrogance?

2007-07-20 Thread Steve Rigby
Okay, this is not exactly about computers and computing, but this subject did come to my attention as a result of computers and computing. I went to the website of Dominion Virginia Power this morning and was greeted by their corporate slogan which was splashed across the top of their

Re: [CGUYS] Not on topic

2007-07-20 Thread Jordman
It is the patriotic duty of those who live in the fact based reality to point out the errant ways of our government. Bert Brehm wrote: If I wanted a net-nanny, I'd get an AOL account. If I were to slam the right wing everyday, would you still be just as condescending? -Original

Re: [CGUYS] Not on topic

2007-07-20 Thread Snyder, Mark
Given the role that technology plays in new big government programs that effect individual rights (voting, privacy and others), the list will most likely continue to address these issues. They are becoming more coupled, too. Mark Snyder -Original Message- It is the patriotic duty of

[CGUYS] Is this a Great Deal on Webcam opinions wanted

2007-07-20 Thread Michael Drabick
The webcam below seems to be on super special at Bestbuy is this a good one or is it junk and therefore the price reduction? Logitech usually puts out a quality product. Logitech QuickCam Orbit MP onsale for $60(normaly $132) Iit has a wide angle lens and will folow you as you move around.

Re: [CGUYS] Is this a Great Deal on Webcam opinions wanted

2007-07-20 Thread Stewart A. Marshall
http://reviews.cnet.com/webcams/logitech-quickcam-orbit/4505-6502_7-30612387.html?tag=prod.txt.5 This is Cnets review of it. It has a motor to allow it to automatically track some one you are having a conversation with. Stewart At 11:06 AM 7/20/2007, you wrote: The webcam below seems to

[CGUYS] d**n dial-up !!

2007-07-20 Thread rlsimon
I'm seriously considering getting Comcast cable net and tv ...any advice (other than a good supply of Paxil and/or Jose Cuervo) like rent a modem or buy one, rent a digital box or buy one? ...stuff to watch out for during install (other than the old aob test)?

Re: [CGUYS] d**n dial-up !!

2007-07-20 Thread mike
During install...don't let em tell you that you need any software on the machine. Some providers claim you do, don't let em touch it ! Mike On 7/20/07, rlsimon [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm seriously considering getting Comcast cable net and tv ...any advice (other than a good supply of

[CGUYS] MacPro question

2007-07-20 Thread Paula Minor
I'm considering replacing my iMac with a MacPro. I've found that I can get more RAM for less thru Crucial. The harddrive prices for the empty bays from Apple seem awfully high priced. Can I get off the shelf internal harddrives to put in it and is it hard to set up so the computer finds

[CGUYS] dope slap

2007-07-20 Thread rlsimon
yahoo homepage saga continues ...they have an add your 2 cents page to give feedback about the new page layout that stinks and has a nonworking tv schedule provider (not yahoo TV ...duh!!) and also can't be viewed in OperaMini browser on the fone with whom they have a $$$ agreement to stick their

Re: [CGUYS] The height of arrogance?

2007-07-20 Thread rlsimon
Just bringin' the white light to shine up'on that yellow brick tobacco road, brutha! -Original Message- From: Steve Rigby [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, July 20, 2007 8:55 AM Subject: The height of arrogance? Okay, this is not exactly about computers and computing, but this

Re: [CGUYS] On Topic [Was: Not on topic]

2007-07-20 Thread Eric S. Sande
The RFID technology in passports is a big pain/burden to all the countries who are expected to invest a lot of money in using our new passports... The US is hardly the first on the block with RFID passports. * == QUICK

Re: [CGUYS] Is this a Great Deal on Webcam opinions wanted

2007-07-20 Thread Wayne Dernoncourt
Michael Drabick The webcam below seems to be on super special at Bestbuy is this a good one or is it junk and therefore the price reduction? Logitech usually puts out a quality product. Logitech QuickCam Orbit MP onsale for $60(normaly $132) Iit has a wide angle lens and will folow you as

Re: [CGUYS] MacPro question

2007-07-20 Thread E. Riley Casey
Yes, yes yes. The parts basically snap into place and plug in with about the complexity of a home stereo. A few places on the net that sell otherwise generic computer memory and hard drives with a Mac user centric support focus are : macsales.com www.transintl.com www.ifixit.com

[CGUYS] Adobe Flash Player

2007-07-20 Thread Christopher Range
I cannot play any videos. I repeatedly tried to un-install FP 7 so, I can install FP 9 but, I still am having no luck. I would appreciate some ideas/feedback. Christopher * == QUICK LIST-COMMAND REFERENCE - Put the