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Sorry to resurrect a dormant thread - seemed the... 2,497 Views / 36 Replies  
Sorry to resurrect a dormant thread - seemed the most sensible place to pose the question:

My folks (who have a G4 800Mhz iMac - OS 10.2.8) are about to sign up for a broadband package with...
Posted by newcomer, on Jan 22, 2006 at 01:04 PM, in Networking
Steady on mate - no need to get shirty. As a... 996 Views / 9 Replies  
Steady on mate - no need to get shirty. As a newcomer to digital (though by no means to photography per se) perhaps I have underestimated the processor power I'll need for the camera I want.

The...
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 15, 2005 at 02:22 PM, in Art & Graphic Design
Well, it can take me ages to get a perfect print... 996 Views / 9 Replies  
Well, it can take me ages to get a perfect print in the darkroom - and I know my iBook is not that zippy when I'm editing colour scans from negatives in Photoshop - so I'm not expecting miracles. But...
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 14, 2005 at 11:56 AM, in Art & Graphic Design
New Digital Leica and my puny G3 iBook 996 Views / 9 Replies  
Am about to indulge in a Leica D-Lux 2.

I am a keen photographer and I've used an old manual SLR for yonks but I'm new to digital.

The Leica connects by USB (2 I guess) - will this make things...
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 14, 2005 at 10:38 AM, in Art & Graphic Design
Poll: iPod Shuffle; Anyone know what these are... 17,318 Views / 153 Replies  
iPod Shuffle;

Anyone know what these are priced at (the 512MB and the 1GB) in the US Education store?

Also; I have an (early) 2003 800MHz G3 iBook - am I USB 1, 1.1 or 2? And is anything less...
Posted by newcomer, on Jan 13, 2005 at 06:58 AM, in iPhone, iPad & iPod
SpyMac? 745 Views / 3 Replies  
Anyone seen the BBC series 'Spooks'? Drama about the UK's domestic intelligence service MI5. All the spooks seem to have G4 iMacs on their desk, deplying Powerbooks when huddled in the back of a...
Posted by newcomer, on Nov 26, 2004 at 06:34 AM, in Mac Desktops
Page margins 468 Views / 1 Replies  
Made my Xmas cards using Freehand. All the guides are set so that objects are perfectly located for when I fold the A4 twice to make the card.

I export to pdf. Save to CDRW then use the HP laser...
Posted by newcomer, on Nov 22, 2004 at 07:35 AM, in Art & Graphic Design
I had a T-610 last year and remember being irked... 1,099 Views / 9 Replies  
I had a T-610 last year and remember being irked by the inability to transfer all day events from iCal to the phone. I soon realised that this was not a big deal anyway - I think iCal can be a pain...
Posted by newcomer, on Aug 20, 2004 at 05:28 AM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
Thanks for the link. That thread on HOward forums... 835 Views / 4 Replies  
Thanks for the link. That thread on HOward forums throws up some useful info. So I need to Obex 'push' the file to phone rather than just send it.

I tried Thin Air but had no joy. It successfully...
Posted by newcomer, on Aug 16, 2004 at 08:30 AM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
I've heard about Phone Director, but it requires... 835 Views / 4 Replies  
I've heard about Phone Director, but it requires 10.3.3 (Panther) and I'm on 10.2.8. Phone Director also requires a G4 minimum and I'm on a G3.

Damn frustrating because PD would otherwise do the...
Posted by newcomer, on Aug 15, 2004 at 09:22 AM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
Java Games to Nokia via Bluetooth? 835 Views / 4 Replies  
Nokia 6230

iBook G3 800Mhz OS 10.2.8

I have successfully paired the 2 devices and transferred sound files/pictures files and address contacts from iBook to Nokia via Bluetooth.

I want to...
Posted by newcomer, on Aug 15, 2004 at 07:51 AM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
First experience with iTMS UK today - downloaded... 4,683 Views / 133 Replies  
First experience with iTMS UK today - downloaded a couple of live Jeff Buckley tracks. The purchase and download was smooth and the whole thing works v.well. I like it, BUT - Apple must get the UK...
Posted by newcomer, on Jun 19, 2004 at 06:14 PM, in Applications
I don't see why not, though Word is pretty memory... 1,132 Views / 15 Replies  
I don't see why not, though Word is pretty memory hungry. Get as much RAM as you can afford: I frequently have several apps running simultaneously eg: Safari, iTunes, Photoshop and Freehand no probs...
Posted by newcomer, on Jun 19, 2004 at 08:13 AM, in Mac Notebooks
Dude, get an iBook. You will not regret it. If... 1,132 Views / 15 Replies  
Dude, get an iBook. You will not regret it. If you're strapped for cash I doubt that the 1Ghz would disappoint. Mine is 800Mhz G3 (640 RAM though) and I find it fast enough - even running Photoshop...
Posted by newcomer, on Jun 19, 2004 at 07:28 AM, in Mac Notebooks
Thanks! 499 Views / 2 Replies  
Thanks!
Posted by newcomer, on Apr 21, 2004 at 03:41 PM, in Networking
Proxy server + LAN 499 Views / 2 Replies  
I use a college network which has been v.sluggish recently. All users have been told to 'untick use proxy server for LAN' in Internet Options (IE).

Not sure what any of this means but have been...
Posted by newcomer, on Apr 21, 2004 at 04:16 AM, in Networking
Sweet. I'm hoping that a fresh erase and install... 875 Views / 4 Replies  
Sweet. I'm hoping that a fresh erase and install should kick some life into my machine (it's hardly at death's door but it's been zippier)

Probably a really dumb question. But what apps does...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 31, 2004 at 12:49 PM, in Mac Notebooks
iBook reinstall 875 Views / 4 Replies  
About to upgrade to Panther.

Can anyone guide me through process of completely wiping my iBook prior to installing 10.3, so that it's like factory new?

Can OS X disk utility do this or is other...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 28, 2004 at 06:44 AM, in Mac Notebooks
Adobe US 484 Views / 0 Replies  
Anyone know if non-US nationals (with appropriate proof of studenthood at a non-US University) are able to purchase Adobe software in dollars at US Education prices from a reseller like Software...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 26, 2004 at 07:48 AM, in Applications
Adobe Education 455 Views / 1 Replies  
Anyone know if non-US nationals (with appropriate proof of studenthood at a non-US University) are able to purchase Adobe software in dollars at US Education prices from a reseller like Software...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 26, 2004 at 07:03 AM, in macOS
pen drive v cdrw for backup 502 Views / 1 Replies  
boring but important:

I need to back up about 20MB of important research project work.

At the moment I'm backing up (using Backup 1) to CD-RW about twice a week.

For such a small amount of...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 15, 2004 at 05:34 AM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
Cheers. Helpful advice. I started the OS X... 647 Views / 3 Replies  
Cheers. Helpful advice. I started the OS X firewall, with none of the boxes checked - so I guess that is the highest level of paranoia protection the os x firewall will provide?
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 14, 2004 at 08:07 AM, in Networking
Network security for a beginner 647 Views / 3 Replies  
Running OS X 10.2.6 on an iBook.

I access the Internet through a network in the private halls of residence i live in. it is not connected to the university network.

most users on the network...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 12, 2004 at 06:46 PM, in Networking
UK the top rate is 40%. 2,543 Views / 36 Replies  
UK the top rate is 40%.
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 11, 2004 at 06:38 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Hmm. That's v. interesting. Apple seems prepared... 2,543 Views / 36 Replies  
Hmm. That's v. interesting. Apple seems prepared to sacrifice its market share in Europe for the sake of short term profit. The really annoying thing is that once you love Macs, you effectively...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 11, 2004 at 04:27 PM, in Mac Notebooks
When the PBs go G5 how long will it be before we... 1,923 Views / 26 Replies  
When the PBs go G5 how long will it be before we see performance in the iBook range equivalent to say the current 15inch superdrive PB?

A superdrive iBook with better screen and video memory would...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 10, 2004 at 08:57 AM, in Mac Notebooks
We should really term this currency movement in... 2,543 Views / 36 Replies  
We should really term this currency movement in terms of the dollar falling, rather than the � or euro rising.

Either way. If a few more folk here in the UK/Europe realised they could combine...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 8, 2004 at 12:17 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Re: Re: Why so high!? 2,543 Views / 36 Replies  
Even if compelled to pay VAT on import of 17.5% I would still save �359 or $655. Still a hefty saving. This rip off really cheeses me off.
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 6, 2004 at 06:38 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Apparently some states don't even have sales tax... 2,543 Views / 36 Replies  
Apparently some states don't even have sales tax on computers. So a PB bought in Oregon, Montant, Alaska is tax free??
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 6, 2004 at 06:31 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Or, as you say - I could just stick it in my... 2,543 Views / 36 Replies  
Or, as you say - I could just stick it in my crumpler, and get friends in New York to snail mail the empty box.

I just found out that Boston (where I also know someone who qualifies for education...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 6, 2004 at 06:23 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Why so high!? 2,543 Views / 36 Replies  
Currently have 800Mhz iBook.

Want to jump to a 15 inch PB. As a UK student I can buy the Superdrive version for �1838 (inlcuding VAT at 17.5%)

If I was studying in the US (now I know this is a...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 6, 2004 at 06:09 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Re: Re: 800 to 933. Worth it? 1,200 Views / 13 Replies  
OK. I admit it. It is because I don't want my bro to get a faster machine!!!
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 6, 2004 at 05:30 PM, in Mac Notebooks
800 to 933. Worth it? 1,200 Views / 13 Replies  
Here's the deal.

I've had my G3 800Mhz for a little over a year. Max RAM. Love it. Speed wise I've been happy - even working with music and photos it seems snappy enough.

Since my folks got an...
Posted by newcomer, on Mar 5, 2004 at 09:14 AM, in Mac Notebooks
Internet Connect - Time Connected 581 Views / 1 Replies  
iMac, os 10.2.6

This problem's starting to vex me a little.

When I dial up (clicking connect, from the phone icon top right of menu bar) when I do connect, the counter showing time connected...
Posted by newcomer, on Feb 11, 2004 at 06:31 AM, in macOS
cutting buttons down to size 451 Views / 1 Replies  
I have decided to incorporate some buttons into my homepage. I have a frame on the left currently displaying text links to parts of my site - 'Gallery' 'About' 'Contact' etc.

I have built some...
Posted by newcomer, on Jan 29, 2004 at 07:29 AM, in Developer Center
Freehand Page Colour 470 Views / 1 Replies  
Is there a simple way to change the colour of the page in Freehand (MX) and/or Quark (4.1)?

I want to create a document with white text on black. Do I have to draw a box the exact size of the page...
Posted by newcomer, on Jan 27, 2004 at 07:27 PM, in Art & Graphic Design
you know what - maybe I'll just stick with... 816 Views / 7 Replies  
you know what - maybe I'll just stick with newcomer. afterall - every day is a new day, with new things to learn and experience. we are all newcomers really, as life unfolds itself and reveals itself...
Posted by newcomer, on Jan 13, 2004 at 04:04 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Name Change 816 Views / 7 Replies  
I didn't know which forum to post this in, but hey I have an iBook so...

How do I change my MacNN user name?

... I chose mine about a year ago, when I registered and was indeed a newcomer,
...
Posted by newcomer, on Jan 12, 2004 at 05:22 PM, in Mac Notebooks
welcome dude! 863 Views / 9 Replies  
welcome dude!
Posted by newcomer, on Jan 12, 2004 at 05:13 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Dude - like I'm going read 130 posts! Why count... 12,700 Views / 201 Replies  
Dude - like I'm going read 130 posts! Why count Applecare? - do you get that for free in the US? Surely not?
Posted by newcomer, on Jan 7, 2004 at 07:34 AM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
I like the look of the new mini iPod but it... 12,700 Views / 201 Replies  
I like the look of the new mini iPod but it doesn't appear to be available yet here in the UK.

249 USD is 137 GBP which is about �100 cheaper than the smallest normal iPod.

Is the normal iPod...
Posted by newcomer, on Jan 7, 2004 at 06:46 AM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
iBook USB Question 522 Views / 1 Replies  
As I understand it the USB ports on my G3 iBook 800 are USB 2.

I'm looking to purchase a Minolta film scanner (Dimage Dual 3) which purports to connect via USB 2.

However looking through the...
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 28, 2003 at 08:08 AM, in Mac Notebooks
I would reccommend the Minolta X700. You could... 758 Views / 3 Replies  
I would reccommend the Minolta X700. You could pick one of these up with Minolta MD 50mm lens for �150.

I've had mine a few years and it is a great camera. I mainly use aperture priority or...
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 13, 2003 at 08:21 AM, in Art & Graphic Design
Annoying margin problem 699 Views / 1 Replies  
Help!!

I have designed a Christmas card to send to all my friends. I plan to print on A4 which I will just fold twice to make the card.

Using Appleworks:

I set my page margins initially to...
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 10, 2003 at 02:49 PM, in macOS
thanks all, and apologies for the forum error. 844 Views / 4 Replies  
thanks all, and apologies for the forum error.
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 8, 2003 at 05:10 AM, in Mac Notebooks
iBook G3 800 + Medal of Honour 844 Views / 4 Replies  
Anyone played MoH Allied Assault on a G3 iBook?

Mine is 800Mhz, 640MB RAM, 32MB video -

is this enough to enjoy the game. I'd really like to get it but don't want to blow 40 quid if it's just...
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 6, 2003 at 03:20 PM, in Mac Notebooks
my iBook has introduced me to a whole new world... 2,334 Views / 16 Replies  
my iBook has introduced me to a whole new world of computing. I've done stuff with it that I never did on my old hulk of an ugly PC (which was just a typewriter basically!)

I learned html and...
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 3, 2003 at 07:33 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Thanks, So presumably then when the person... 685 Views / 3 Replies  
Thanks,

So presumably then when the person clicks on the link they could choose to open or download the file. Yes?

There is a java script in my page that prevents right clicking to copy photos...
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 2, 2003 at 03:22 PM, in Developer Center
Making a downloads page? 685 Views / 3 Replies  
I have .Mac - every time I create a file sharing page using the .Mac template it overwrites my index.html file and screws up my website.

I only use .Mac for the space and my whole site is composed...
Posted by newcomer, on Dec 2, 2003 at 12:39 PM, in Developer Center
damn I love my iBook! 2,334 Views / 16 Replies  
Been enjoying it for nearly a year now. I got the D-Link Bluetooth adapter a couple of months back and remember how easy it was to set up/pair devices and get started with iSync.

My friend has...
Posted by newcomer, on Nov 28, 2003 at 03:01 PM, in Mac Notebooks
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