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by Tuz76
Tue Sep 19, 2006 5:16 pm
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Defrag doesnt fully 'defrag'?
Replies: 4
Views: 1274

Defrag doesnt fully 'defrag'?

Hi Guys,

Recently my defrag of C drive has not been finishing cleanly. Lately it says

Files that cannot be defragmented and points to the following

\Documents and Settings\username\Local Settings\Temp\Rar$EX00.547\data2.cab

This is a huge file at 3.86GB

Question is what is it??? Can I delete ...
by Tuz76
Fri Sep 01, 2006 7:46 am
Forum: Broadband Tweaks Help
Topic: can somebody take a look at my results plz?
Replies: 3
Views: 1101

Thanks man

How do i change it?

ie using DrTCPIP?

if so which window?
by Tuz76
Thu Aug 31, 2006 4:41 pm
Forum: Broadband Tweaks Help
Topic: can somebody take a look at my results plz?
Replies: 3
Views: 1101

can somebody take a look at my results plz?

HI Guys,

Been a while!!

Can somebody please tell me what if anything I should change here to optimise my connection? Ignore the MTU value as its the highest for PPPoA virgin. Ta!!

MTU = 1430
MTU is not fully optimized for broadband. Consider increasing your MTU to 1500 for better throughput. If ...
by Tuz76
Tue Apr 11, 2006 6:51 am
Forum: Hardware & Overclocking
Topic: Help! Sandra 2005 - Confused about Processor Speed
Replies: 1
Views: 559

Help! Sandra 2005 - Confused about Processor Speed

Hi Guys

I have a P4 2.6Ghz with 1GB of DDR RAM.

Thing is when I Ran Sandra the results showed the following....

[Processor
Model : Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 2.60GHz
Speed : 1.30GHz
Performance Rating : PR1725 (estimated)
Cores per Processor : 1 Unit(s)
Threads per Core : 2 Unit(s)
Internal Data ...
by Tuz76
Thu Jun 16, 2005 7:33 pm
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Recommended Email Blast Software
Replies: 0
Views: 729

Recommended Email Blast Software

Hey guys can you guys please recommend me some software? Im looking at email blasting software for mail outs to a database etc. I have <500 emails at this stage

Happy to look at freeware, or even pay if I need to. Obviously freeware or shareware is a preference. :)

Ta!
by Tuz76
Tue May 17, 2005 11:38 pm
Forum: Networks and Wireless Routers
Topic: Netbeui over TCPIP?
Replies: 2
Views: 1131

Netbeui over TCPIP?

Hi Guys

Currently my wirless network (2 xp machines) works fine sharing net. I just wanted to ask something.

I have got them seeing each other via tcpip etc but they are using the TCPIP protocol. File and print sharing and client for MS networks are both checked.

What I heard is that its safer to ...
by Tuz76
Thu Apr 07, 2005 12:44 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Windows Media Player 10 - Streaming Audio Prob? (easy question)
Replies: 3
Views: 1842

Windows Media Player 10 - Streaming Audio Prob? (easy question)

Hi Guys,

Im sure its a setting but here goes.

I am trying to view the video on this page...
http://sixtyminutes.ninemsn.com.au/sixtyminutes/stories/2002_09_29/story_693.asp

Ok well running Windows XP Pro
Tried with BOTH firefox and InternetExplorer
Running Zonealarm Pro, Spyware Blaster, Spybot ...
by Tuz76
Mon Jan 24, 2005 4:08 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: How do I backup iTunes?
Replies: 2
Views: 1626

Cmon guys surely someone knows? :(
by Tuz76
Thu Jan 20, 2005 2:33 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: How do I backup iTunes?
Replies: 2
Views: 1626

How do I backup iTunes?

Hi Guys,

I have my MP3 Files all stored on a single folder on C

I also now loaded itunes, and have gone to some considerable time and effort filling in all the blank fields until its just the way I like it!

OK heres my question.

Can someone point me or explain what I need to do to backup itunes ...
by Tuz76
Wed Dec 22, 2004 1:03 am
Forum: Broadband Tweaks Help
Topic: Please help me tweak my Telstra Cable (Australia)
Replies: 8
Views: 1304

OK Fantastic!

Couple of questions...

1. What exactly do these settings increase? - Browsing speed? Downloading speed, what exactly?

2. I noticed my new settings

Your RcvWindow limits you to: 2569.6 kbps (321.2 KBytes/s) @ 200ms
Your RcvWindow limits you to: 1027.84 kbps (128.48 KBytes/s) @ 500ms ...
by Tuz76
Tue Dec 21, 2004 4:35 pm
Forum: Broadband Tweaks Help
Topic: Please help me tweak my Telstra Cable (Australia)
Replies: 8
Views: 1304

Thanks did it. How can i check if the SGoptimzer worked?

Here are my new results

TCP options string = 020405b401010402
MTU = 1500
MTU is fully optimized for broadband.
MSS = 1460
Maximum useful data in each packet = 1460, which equals MSS.
Default Receive Window (RWIN) = 64240
RWIN Scaling ...
by Tuz76
Tue Dec 21, 2004 8:23 am
Forum: Network Security
Topic: Hijack This Log - Can anyone plz assist?
Replies: 1
Views: 725

Hijack This Log - Can anyone plz assist?

Hi Guys,

Just trying to get some feedback on the following log from those in the know...any suggestions are welcome!

Thanks....



Logfile of HijackThis v1.99.0
Scan saved at 00:21:23, on 22/12/2004
Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600)
MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP2 (6.00.2900.2180 ...
by Tuz76
Tue Dec 21, 2004 2:29 am
Forum: Broadband Tweaks Help
Topic: Please help me tweak my Telstra Cable (Australia)
Replies: 8
Views: 1304

OK here goes.

I am on windows XP with SP2 running a cable connection that is (Downstream/Upstream) Uncapped/128
http://www.bigpond.com/internet-plans/broadband/cable/Unlimited



Here are the results. Any suggestions / feedback guys? ;)


SpeedGuide.net TCP/IP Analyzer

TCP properties for IP ...
by Tuz76
Mon Dec 20, 2004 8:27 pm
Forum: Broadband Tweaks Help
Topic: Please help me tweak my Telstra Cable (Australia)
Replies: 8
Views: 1304

Please help me tweak my Telstra Cable (Australia)

Hi Guys,

This is so exciting, and I can't wait to tweak my settings. The problem is I'm not THAT technical so I was wondering if you can outline the best way to start doing this? I have done all the spyware, adaware, SSandD, stuff but I was leaning more towards the following two things.

Everyone ...
by Tuz76
Mon Oct 18, 2004 10:28 pm
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Linksys BEFSR41 v3 and Peer to Peer?
Replies: 3
Views: 2654

Thanks |D|Kin6slay3r!

OK I've had a bit of a think and Im sure one of you can clarify this.

When using ZA Pro firewall, I could connect to file sharing apps without having to config anything. Furthermore in grc.com shieldsup test, i was completely stealth.

SO

If I allow port forwarding now using ...
by Tuz76
Mon Oct 18, 2004 12:46 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Linksys BEFSR41 v3 and Peer to Peer?
Replies: 3
Views: 2654

Linksys BEFSR41 v3 and Peer to Peer?

Hi Guys,

Im aware that routers have a built in firewall and cause issues regarding peer to peer services. The main thing I need to ask is I have no problems with this router above except when using Kazaa and Soulseek.

Currently I have 3 pcs at home, and the router (Linksys BEFSR41) is setup as ...
by Tuz76
Mon Oct 18, 2004 12:33 am
Forum: Network Security
Topic: 207.net tracking cookie keeps coming back?
Replies: 6
Views: 58803

Thanks for your help guys excellent advice

-Tuz
by Tuz76
Thu Oct 14, 2004 4:04 am
Forum: Network Security
Topic: 207.net tracking cookie keeps coming back?
Replies: 6
Views: 58803

207.net tracking cookie keeps coming back?

Hi All,

Hope youve had a great day/night

I have a problem in that whenever I run lavasoft adaware, it detects this
tracking cookie 'username@207.net/'

I tell adaware to remove it, it does and then after a reboot and more
browsing, i do another check and its back.

It keeps reappearing!

I have ...
by Tuz76
Mon Oct 11, 2004 5:47 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Outlook vs Outlook Express issue! - Please help me?
Replies: 1
Views: 1292

Outlook vs Outlook Express issue! - Please help me?

Guys Im so frustrated

Running XP Professional wSP2

Have outlook XP installed

Now even though its the default mail handler, when ever I right click on images, and then go to 'send to' and then 'mail recipient', it will go and offer the options to compress file.

BUT-- it then opens up an outlook ...
by Tuz76
Mon Dec 01, 2003 2:59 am
Forum: Digital Media and Photography
Topic: Music Editing and Cutting Software
Replies: 1
Views: 1003

Music Editing and Cutting Software

Hi,

I have a music project whereby what Im trying to achieve is to take 2 mp3s, and to mix them up together. For example, the intro of Mp3 one, after 20 seconds goes to the middle of mp3 two, which then goes into the last part of mp3 one, and finishes with the end of Mp3 two. The idea is to then ...
by Tuz76
Mon Sep 15, 2003 4:19 am
Forum: Hardware & Overclocking
Topic: Speaker Setup - Logitech Z680s and SB Live!
Replies: 1
Views: 695

Speaker Setup - Logitech Z680s and SB Live!

Hi,

I am running a soundblaster Live! 5.1 sound card and Logitech Z680 Speaker system( with built in Dolby Digital DTS). Currently they are simply connected via color coded analog ie front, rear and centre sub/speaker.

My questions are for those with a similar set up who may know. I have read the ...
by Tuz76
Thu Aug 28, 2003 9:08 am
Forum: Hardware & Overclocking
Topic: Quick FSB 800 and MOBO questions.
Replies: 9
Views: 891

Thanks Burke but im still not clear. :/

"It will never be 100% dead-on. It will either be a little below or a little above 200 MHz."

Why 200? I have an "800" capable mobo and cpu?? Shouldnt that figure be 800 instead of 200?

"The "performance mode" is the Turbo setting you have in the BIOS. All ...
by Tuz76
Thu Aug 28, 2003 8:57 am
Forum: Hardware & Overclocking
Topic: Quick FSB 800 and MOBO questions.
Replies: 9
Views: 891

Thanks guys i got my hands on cpu-z

OK some quick things regarding my p4p800 Mobo and intel 2.6 800fsb cpu

Is this correct for a machine with 800 FSB speed?

1. Core speed - 2606.0MHZ
Multiplier x 13
FSB 200.5MHZ
Bus Speed 801.8 MHZ

The FSB says 200.5? Should it not be 800?


Also it has ...
by Tuz76
Wed Aug 27, 2003 5:56 am
Forum: Hardware & Overclocking
Topic: Quick FSB 800 and MOBO questions.
Replies: 9
Views: 891

Quick FSB 800 and MOBO questions.

Hi guys!!

Ill keep this as quick as possible. Just some one line answers would be great plz!
:)

Winxp Pro, P42.6 with 800FSB and Asus p4p800 Mobo. 2 x 256 Kingston DDR400 RAM.

1. How do I verify that my PC system RAM is running as Dual Channel?

2. How do I verify that my PC FSB is running at 800 ...
by Tuz76
Sun Aug 24, 2003 6:02 am
Forum: Hardware & Overclocking
Topic: Help! - Asus P4P800 Chipset Dillemma.
Replies: 5
Views: 1954

Help! - Asus P4P800 Chipset Dillemma.

Hi Guys, (Running win XP Pro service pack 1).

I think when I got my PC, the guy I bought it off did not install the 'chipset' drivers. I have an Intel 865PE chipset on my Asus P4P800 Mboard. It came up in device manager (from what i can remember) as SM bus Controller or something similar and had a ...
by Tuz76
Tue Aug 19, 2003 5:39 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Second profile in Outlook XP - how to backup?
Replies: 1
Views: 767

Second profile in Outlook XP - how to backup?

Hi Guys

On windows XP Pro and Outlook XP

I normally back up my outlook.pst file when I backup my mail.

I created a new profile in outlook for my mum. Where will all her details be
kept in order for me to back them up as well?

Thanks
by Tuz76
Thu Aug 14, 2003 8:45 am
Forum: Hardware & Overclocking
Topic: Video Card for Gaming
Replies: 6
Views: 766

Video Card for Gaming

Hey guys,

I am new to video cards. I just wanted to know what you recommended would be better for gaming. I mean more in terms of FPS games.

Should I go for the Geforce FX series chipsets or should I go for the Radeon 9x00.

I definately cannot afford the latest ones such as 9800 etc.
I just ...
by Tuz76
Thu Aug 07, 2003 5:40 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: MSN Messenger 6.0! - Webcam Voice Probs
Replies: 5
Views: 1124

yeah definately. It has a green tick in all columns
by Tuz76
Thu Aug 07, 2003 4:16 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: MSN Messenger 6.0! - Webcam Voice Probs
Replies: 5
Views: 1124

MSN Messenger 6.0! - Webcam Voice Probs

Hi people,

I was wondering if you guys could assist me with my Logitech QuickCam Pro 4000 and MSN Messenger 6.0. Its driving me insane!! :/

Variables
I am running Windows XP Professional
I am running Zonealarm Pro
All webcam drivers are installed.
All hardware and speaker/mic testing has been ...
by Tuz76
Sat Aug 02, 2003 11:20 pm
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Please help me with Partition Magic 8
Replies: 2
Views: 643

Please help me with Partition Magic 8

Hello Ppl,

I have one 20G harddrive currently roughly equal partitioned into C, D, E and F

The problem is C,D and E are all pretty full, in particular C which has only about 10% space left. F is still quite emtpy.

What I want to know is how can I merge it so that F and C join up. I mean I want ...
by Tuz76
Wed Jul 30, 2003 7:26 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Webcam and Bandwith
Replies: 1
Views: 615

Webcam and Bandwith

Hi Guys,

I just bought a WebCam and it rocks!

My question to you is how does it work in terms of bandwith.

If it is just used in messenger web chat, does it use up excessive bandiwth compared to say just text chat?


What about if you have it always on, is it using up bandwith or is that the ...
by Tuz76
Mon Jun 23, 2003 4:40 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Argghh...lost all my data!!
Replies: 3
Views: 748

Argghh...lost all my data!!

I have a bit of a question for you. Its relating to my personal PC at home.
I got a bit over my head on the weekend using Partition Magic 8.0!!

The pc has a single 6GB harddrive. Was in FAT format. It was partioned into
C and D drives.

Partition Magic allows you to 'delete' partitions. The delete ...
by Tuz76
Thu Jun 12, 2003 4:58 am
Forum: Networks and Wireless Routers
Topic: Network Cable Unplugged??
Replies: 1
Views: 1164

Network Cable Unplugged??

OK

I have 2 pcs.

On the server. I have cable modem directly attached. I also have another network card that I use for a private lan to the other PC.

Both are running win2k and connected via crossover cable.

I am sharing my cable connection through the broadband nick and everything works fine ...
by Tuz76
Sun May 18, 2003 1:11 am
Forum: Hardware & Overclocking
Topic: Vid Card Playing up?
Replies: 1
Views: 681

Vid Card Playing up?

Hi guys. Ive done a bit of testing and worked out that the monitor is
definately fine here. Now..

I have a TNT2 M64 Vid Card using latest 4.3.4.5 Detonator drivers.

Anywhere there is text or images there are dark lines that go all the way across the screen horizontally. I thought maybe there was a ...
by Tuz76
Sun May 18, 2003 1:10 am
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: Vid Card Playing Up?
Replies: 1
Views: 689

Vid Card Playing Up?

Hi guys. Ive done a bit of testing and worked out that the monitor is
definately fine here. Now..

I have a TNT2 M64 Vid Card using latest 4.3.4.5 Detonator drivers.

Hi guys. Ive done a bit of testing and worked out that the monitor is
definately fine here. Now..

I have a TNT2 M64 Vid Card using ...
by Tuz76
Fri Jan 24, 2003 9:07 pm
Forum: Hardware & Overclocking
Topic: MAC printers with a PC
Replies: 2
Views: 639

MAC printers with a PC

Hi Peeps

Just asking if its possible to use an Apple Laser Writer Select 310 printer on PC's?

I mean are Mac printers specific to Macs only or can u connect them to PCs with no problems?

Thanks

-Tuzzy
by Tuz76
Thu Jan 09, 2003 11:56 pm
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: OUTLOOK 2002 - Address Book Problem :(
Replies: 11
Views: 7450

LAST QUESTION I PROMISE! :P

Are you -SURE- that after I change the store folder in outlook express the way you mentioned, it wont be removed/erased if I ever uninstalled outlook express? I mean normally applications take away all the data associated with them. If it doesnt know where the files are ...
by Tuz76
Thu Jan 09, 2003 11:53 pm
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: OUTLOOK 2002 - Address Book Problem :(
Replies: 11
Views: 7450

Fantastic!!! IT works!

Ok so is there any reason why I cant do the same with OUTLOOK?

I mean cant I go to control panel, mail, then data files.....and point that path to an external folder like the process u just mentioned for Outlook Express?

Thanks (If only I asked this earlier hehe)
by Tuz76
Thu Jan 09, 2003 11:35 pm
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: OUTLOOK 2002 - Address Book Problem :(
Replies: 11
Views: 7450

Ok cool! While were on the topic. How to I go about backing up all emails, folders and ADDRESS BOOK of Outlook EXPRESS. Is there a PST FIle?

I think I know the address book is simply "file, export, and then address book as a PST file?

The reason I ask is because Currently I do it the dodgy way. I ...
by Tuz76
Thu Jan 09, 2003 8:08 pm
Forum: Software Forum
Topic: OUTLOOK 2002 - Address Book Problem :(
Replies: 11
Views: 7450

No worries I fixed it.

I just did a repair of Office, started again.

Then just imported my Outlook.pst file again using the import wizard.

So is that the easiest way for me to backup? To copy my outlook.pst file somewhere else and then whenever I format PC or something and reinstall Outlook, I ...