Computer questions, Gaming systems, TV's and anything electronic can go here.
Global Announcements
SPONSORS
by
Jim »
18 Jun 2008, 09:23
» in
Watering Hole
This is the running list of the current Sponsors. Help support TinBoats.net by supporting these guys first if you are shopping for similar products....
0 Replies
135571 Views
Last post by Jim
18 Jun 2008, 09:23
Topics
MacBook OS Update Warning
Replies: 3
by
LDUBS »
04 Dec 2019, 12:49
First post
I'm not in any way tech savvy and I don't want to be. I just want to turn on the computer and use it. I guess everyone was warned about this a long...
Last post
I guess I should start paying attention to that stuff. Haha
3 Replies 245 Views
Last post by LDUBS
09 Dec 2019, 19:57
spll chking not wrking on sme sites
Replies: 3
by
richg99 »
17 Jul 2019, 19:13
First post
Spell checking GRAMMARLY isn't working on a specific site.
Last post
My spell checker in the Opera browser works fine there.
3 Replies 1101 Views
Last post by gnappi
03 Sep 2019, 20:29
New marine hand held gps recommended??
Replies: 2
by
Buzzbait »
17 Jun 2019, 16:48
First post
I'm in market for a new handheld GPS for boat and am overwhelmed with it...so many different reveiws that are somewhat contradictory.. I'm going nuts...
Last post
Yep, if that is all you are looking for, the Navionics app on a smart phone works great. I think it's $15.
2 Replies 921 Views
Last post by jethro
01 Jul 2019, 09:54
Backup Win / Dos script
Replies: 26
by
gnappi »
14 Mar 2019, 11:42
First post
All my professional and personal life I've been using RAID, as well as cloned drives, and daily a backup script to keep my ~120 gigs of
Last post
there’s no going back...at least, with a simple script like the one you provided.
26 Replies 4010 Views
Last post by gnappi
13 Apr 2019, 09:10
Now it's my E-MAIL
Replies: 14
by
HANGEYE »
09 Feb 2017, 16:55
First post
When I go to my E-MAIL, it askes me to enter my Network Password. When I do it says Login Failed. Maybe I forgt my password or something. With my...
Last post
Google has really good spam filters, the only things that come through are things i've legitmately asked for. Stuff like cheaper than dirt fliers,...
14 Replies 2857 Views
Last post by el_cheapo
27 Mar 2019, 10:23
Check Engine Light
Replies: 63
by
KMixson »
15 May 2017, 06:42
First post
I have a problem with my car that I have never heard of anyone having with their car before and I am a mechanic. As I drive to work from my...
Last post
.
63 Replies 16636 Views
Last post by New River Rat
24 Feb 2019, 06:31
Mac Supports Windows Now!
Replies: 2
by
LDUBS »
18 Jul 2017, 18:30
First post
LOL!
Last post
Heyyy... that's a GR8 use for my rusty Ipod :-) Jeez, I have no idea why I keep that around.
2 Replies 2297 Views
Last post by gnappi
07 Jul 2018, 09:08
Just Downloaded Windows 10
Replies: 27
by
KMixson »
12 Aug 2015, 18:58
First post
I just downloaded Windows 10 today and my 2nd monitor would not connect to my CPU's video card. I downloaded the new Windows 10 drivers for my card...
Last post
Just after your post I too went to Linux (mint) and I am so happy I did.
27 Replies 7394 Views
Last post by gnappi
02 Jul 2018, 11:04
Help with Hard drive install
Replies: 12
by
lovedr79 »
24 Mar 2016, 08:06
First post
well the hard drive in my laptop died. so pulled the hard drive out of my old laptop where the mother board died last spring stuck it in. problem:...
Last post
I own an Android pad. My wife owns an IPad. I have a Notebook for heavy usage, like doing my taxes.
12 Replies 3114 Views
Last post by richg99
21 Jun 2017, 12:29
Internet Explorer
Replies: 9
by
HANGEYE »
09 May 2016, 23:27
First post
My computer just stops (freezes up) then I get a box in the middle of the screen that says Internet Explorer is not responding . I have to wait for a...
Last post
IEX is and always has been a POS. ANYTHING is better. I've used Firefox since it was called Netscape Navigator, never looked back.
9 Replies 2468 Views
Last post by gnappi
02 Jun 2017, 21:34
Anti-virus opinions
Replies: 30
by
hossthehermit »
05 Nov 2011, 07:32
First post
Wifey bought a new computer last spring, came with 6 months of Norton installed, it's down to 3 days, they want her to re-up. I know there are many...
Last post
I use the paid version of Malwarebytes. I also like the Sophos Virus Removal Tool.
30 Replies 8645 Views
Last post by stinkfoot
21 May 2017, 19:48
Sitting in Class this week
Replies: 4
by
Jim »
29 Mar 2017, 09:31
First post
Tough to sit in a week long class when your used to a daily routine. This is actually more tiring.
Last post
One of my first ever jobs was as an IBM mainframe operator back in 1979 for a large UK bookies. We input the data on punchcards and 12 inch reel to...
4 Replies 1570 Views
Last post by stinkfoot
30 Mar 2017, 21:28
Amazon Fire Tablet
Replies: 8
by
Jim »
05 Feb 2017, 07:01
First post
Whats the story with these things? They seem super cheap for $40
Last post
I use some of the free download sites, but they don't include popular authors/titles. If there are places that do that, then I am not aware of them.
8 Replies 2376 Views
Last post by LDUBS
08 Feb 2017, 22:07
LOWRANCE IP ADDRESS PROBLEM
Replies: 1
by
bptjr »
08 Jan 2017, 18:49
First post
I am trying to use a tp link router ,with a lowrance Ethernet cable that I cut one end off and installed rj45 connector on, to make my lowrance hds...
Last post
Moving and bumping this! Hope you get this resolved!
1 Replies 1208 Views
Last post by Jim
12 Jan 2017, 06:51
Build or buy?
Replies: 21
by
fish2keel »
11 Sep 2011, 23:44
First post
Hey guys,
Last post
Building your own computer has advantages and disadvantages. If you enjoy the challenge, try building one. Some like to build their own fishing rods,...
21 Replies 7980 Views
Last post by Fire1386
12 Dec 2016, 08:46
IT Guys - Splunk users?
Replies: 6
by
Jim »
12 Jun 2013, 20:17
First post
Anyone on board?
Last post
I'm the server security admin and spent a great deal of time investigating SIEM solutions working with our desktop and network security admins....
6 Replies 2529 Views
Last post by WaltR
03 Aug 2016, 22:32
Password Managers?
Replies: 5
by
KMixson »
17 May 2016, 06:59
First post
Does anyone use password manager apps? How safe are they? I am looking to get started using one. I have hundreds of passwords and am having a hard...
Last post
I still use Keepass, a great free password vault by the way, at work, but switched to LastPass last year.
5 Replies 1677 Views
Last post by WaltR
03 Aug 2016, 21:43
GPS
Replies: 8
by
putback »
26 Jul 2016, 20:16
First post
I have a Garmin nuvu 50 LM GPS. 3 yrs old never used. I've been searching the net to see if there is any way it can be utilized on a boat for...
Last post
With regard to the Navionics app....even if you do not have a smart phone for use on the water, you might see if you can load it onto your home...
8 Replies 2098 Views
Last post by richg99
29 Jul 2016, 14:59
Linux anyone?
Replies: 15
by
LOWEBIGJON »
30 Sep 2011, 21:48
First post
I have been using Linux for a few years now, there are many Linux distro's out there, it not hard to use and most of all it's free and you don't get...
Last post
Ubuntu may or may not be the best choice for your laptop, it depends on what hardware is in it. There are other versions that are designed to run...
15 Replies 5310 Views
Last post by perchjerker
12 Mar 2016, 07:38
Any Tablet users?
Replies: 10
by
wasilvers »
13 Dec 2011, 14:02
First post
If so, can you give a short review of it? I'm looking and am curious what others are liking/disliking about what they have.
Last post
When you're at a store, looking at tablets, have them take it outside and view it in daylight.
10 Replies 3898 Views
Last post by chuck99z28
28 Oct 2015, 06:01
PDF Editor
Replies: 4
by
gillhunter »
12 Jun 2015, 07:46
First post
Does anyone have a recommendation for free PDF Editor software. I would like to be able to edit some PDFs occasionally, but don't want to spend $ if...
Last post
I use Inkscape. It's GNU license freeware, no SPAM. I've used it for about 5 or 6 years now. It has about 80-90% of the capabilities of Illustrator,...
4 Replies 2048 Views
Last post by kofkorn
04 Aug 2015, 16:43
Help with Boat Wiring...SCL, UT.
Replies: 3
by
RedRockHunters »
24 Apr 2015, 01:45
First post
Hey Guys,
Last post
Thanks for the info guys. As I get more wire connectors and etc... i am starting to see how it works. I can build a house but electricity is a new...
3 Replies 1909 Views
Last post by RedRockHunters
24 Apr 2015, 14:16
Bose Anyone?
Replies: 15
by
Jim »
14 Oct 2013, 07:25
First post
Anyone a fan of Bose products?
Last post
I have a connection for 50% off that is the only reason why. Im looking at wireless headphones now for exercise and daily train commutes to and from...
15 Replies 5100 Views
Last post by Jim
21 Apr 2015, 07:09
Gamers- Dying Light Video Game
Replies: 1
by
Jim »
01 Feb 2015, 14:31
First post
I have not played a serious game in a long time :LOL2:, This game will change that I think. Anyone playing Dying Light? It looks Intense!...
Last post
not much of a gamer i do play with a friend and he said told me about dying light and well have to try it
1 Replies 1735 Views
Last post by Captain Kaos
23 Feb 2015, 22:10
new (to me) computer
Replies: 14
by
earl60446 »
14 Apr 2014, 22:51
First post
Just upgraded my pc from a pentium 4 running xp to a intel core 2 duo running win 7. Pretty sweet
Last post
I found a hard copy on Amazon for $95
14 Replies 3366 Views
Last post by crazymanme2
15 Dec 2014, 13:15
Linux and Adobe
Replies: 2
by
ggoldy »
28 Oct 2014, 10:55
First post
Since Adobe has abandoned Linux users, I'm wondering what folks are using as a replacement? Gnash? Lightspark? Another I'm not aware of?
Last post
Thanks Wild_cat. The problem was with flashplayer. It seems to work fine now. I'm betting someone at Linux added an update to fix it. I just love my...
2 Replies 2111 Views
Last post by ggoldy
08 Dec 2014, 13:27
Altimeter/GPS app
Replies: 3
by
bobberboy »
10 Jun 2014, 11:14
First post
I got an altimeter/GPS speedo app for my iPhone last week and got a chance to test it out in the Colorado Rockies. I compared the
Last post
Great pics
3 Replies 2181 Views
Last post by longshot
14 Sep 2014, 06:08
yahoo email sucks
Replies: 3
by
earl60446 »
03 May 2014, 20:57
First post
Like it says, yahoo email sucks, wiped out 4 of my 5 address groups, just gone. Just about everyday the browser based email displays emails after I...
Last post
Always has and always will. I used it for a couple of days years ago before switching over to google and now iCloud.
3 Replies 1915 Views
Last post by DrNip
04 May 2014, 23:43
NetFlix & Hulu on the home TV, HOW??
Replies: 18
by
sixgun86 »
11 Jul 2012, 14:41
First post
We are moving to a new place and do not want to sign a two year contract for TV so we are going to a Netflix, Hulu, internet tv service with an...
Last post
We have both a Roku and a NeosMax. Had I been smart enough to buy the more expensive Roku with the USB port I would only have one unit. The USB...
18 Replies 7988 Views
Last post by Colbyt
17 Nov 2013, 17:35
iOS 7
Replies: 2
by
gillhunter »
25 Sep 2013, 11:04
First post
Am I the only one that doesn't like this upgrade? Maybe I'm just getting too old. I finally learned how to use the last version! ](*,) ](*,)
Last post
No problems here. As with everything change is inevitable. Got to roll with it. I'm use to it.
2 Replies 1517 Views
Last post by DrNip
25 Sep 2013, 21:29
Forum permissions
You cannot post new topics in this forumcannot reply to topics in this forumcannot edit your posts in this forumcannot delete your posts in this forumcannot post attachments in this forum
