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LIBRARY page
Contents:
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Disk
of the Month
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Meeting
Archives
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Pictures
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Links
of interest
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Newsletter
Links
DISK OF THE MONTH:
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“DISK OF THE MONTH” RELEASES
Disks are usually available from club librarian after each
meeting for $2-3 each. Popular releases may be in short supply and may
have to be special-ordered for pickup at the next meeting.
Link "Archives:Jan 2000 to April 2001"
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APRIL 2001
WFERET.EXE – 733kb -- Freeware -- Windows 9x, NT WEBFERRET (v. 3.5001)
is the latest version of this multi-engine application for finding items
on the internet. Can search for matches based on all words, any keyword,
exact phrase, or Boolean expression. Uses your internet connection to
query popular search engines and returns an unlimited number of hits.
You can validate selected results, save search history, and filter
pornography and foul language. Advanced features let you set closeness
of match and remove duplicates. LIBRARIAN'S NOTE: Contains advertising
technology that will receive and display ads via your internet
connection. However, I could not find it listed on any "spyware"
list, so I think it is harmless. Ferretsoft (the developer) is now owned
by Ziff Davis who has a lot to lose by alienating users. ADDREMVE.ZIP
– 115kb – Freeware – Windows 9x, NT ADD/REMOVE (v. 1.0) is an
outstanding (but harmless) prank program that invokes a near-perfect
incarnation of the Add/Remove applet in the Windows control panel and
forces one to select OK. It then appears to uninstall every application
on the system while the victim watches in horror. Once the application
list has emptied, the user can close the program and then receives a
message indicating the nature of the prank. REGGUIDE.EXE -- 537kb ---
Ver. 3.0 -- Freeware -- Windows 9x, NT, 2000, Me WINDOWS REGISTRY GUIDE
(v. 3.0) is an informative and well-organized collection of tips,
tricks, and tweaks for all 32-bit versions of Windows. Can help you
learn how to read the Registry and begin to understand some of it's
functions. Has sections on enhancements, files, security, performance,
tips, tricks, and troubleshooting. Includes a Registry tutorial and FAQ
list. If you are interested and do not have a comprehensive book on the
Registry, this is a desirable addition to your system. It does NOT
perform any of the modifications itself, but explains how to do them
manually in a clear and understandable manner.
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Meeting
Archives:
July
2003 Meeting & Links
Topic: "Hardware
Tips and Q&A"
Speaker: Chris
Patterson
Building
and Upgrading a Computer (.ppt)
Computer
Technical info Sheet (.doc)
March 2003
Meeting & Links
Topic: "TV/Video
Capture Card Demo"
ATI TV Wonder VE ($40
rebated @ Best Buy).
ATI: Product
Details LINK
Watch & scan 125 tv channels AT ONCE, interactive tv guide with multiple
searchs, digital recorder / snap shots/timer. Closed Captioning, customizing
channel lineups, etc.
(Using latest Multimedia
update ver 7.1)
Inputs:
Coax jack: cable tv, amplified tv antenna
RCA jack: vcr , camcorder, game consoles
Viewing demo:
with existing onboard 12MB video(free),
an added PCI 8 MB video card($15)
or added AGP 64MB video card($38).
Output(s):
Demo using 1 and 2 monitors (superior).
Nov 2002 Meeting & Links
Topic: 1st Half: Q&A by Marty,
2nd Half:
Tips & Tricks by Chriss
The Greenville Club did a Q&A session by Marty, followed
by a Tips & Tricks PowerPoint presentation by Chriss.
Tips
and Tricks (.PPT ver)
Tips
and Tricks (.doc version) , use
WORD or use Right Click-> Quick View.
Sept 2002 Meeting & Links
Topic: Zip and
Compression Software
Mr.John Dewerth gave a presentation on Zip and Compression
Software, How-to and Review: Using WinZip, Stuff It, and File Association
(among others).
April 2001 Meeting -
Links
Topic: Q & A Session
www.tucows.com
For freeware/shareware.
For meeting Question, enter
"Screen Snapshots" in the Search line.
www.techtv.net
For cable's 24/7 "Tech TV" web site.
Charter Spbg-Gvl channel #64.
Guide gives programs and repeat times
Excellent info archived on web site
www.zdnet.com
For all sorts of computer info (Ziff Davis).
www.irfanview.com
Viewer, IrfanView (freeware)
www.ACDSystems.com
Viewer, ACDSee
www.komando.com
1. LISTEN
Radio show: computer
call-in questions.
Airs on station WORD AM 950
Spbg / 1330 Greenville
Sunday 3 to 5pm ( varies for sports ).
2. Sign Up
For her weekly
newsletter, which has all the TOPICS ,Pick of the
week & links covered on the show.
3. Check the Archives!
For loads of prior info/links.
www.online-tonight.com
ONLINE-TONIGHT w/ David
Lawrence
Great live Call-in computer show, w/Superb
site with archives.
Heard locally on radio WORD
AM950 Spbg / WYRD AM1330 Grvl
Monday-Saturday
11pm - 1 am (new times as of June 2002)
Note:Parts of show may be pre-empted
by local programing, such as sports.
Also, the show airs nationwide
Monday through Saturday,
from 10pm to 1am ET, and Online-Today on Sundays.
Check website for all stations.
OR simply listen on the web:
http://online-today.com/webcast/index.shtml
To
submit questions:
1.
Call: David live on the air 10p to 1a ET, free 1-800-396-6546
2.
Email: David at david@online-tonight.com
3. Call David
live on the air 10p to 1a ET - just hit Push To Talk on the
web site!
May 2003 Meeting & Links
Topic: Genealogy
The May meeting was a joint meeting with the Piedmont
Historical Society and
had 50 attending at Spbg Tech.
SPCUG's Mr.John Dewerth demonstated several software programs, and answered
questions.
The main 2 programs (shareware) that John used, are:
1. GEDCOM Viewer v1.02
http://www.5star-shareware.com/Homehob/Genealogy/gedcom-viewer.html
2. GENViewer Lite v1.05
http://www.mudcreek.ca/gvlite.htm
3.
http://combsfamily.tripod.com/ged2srch.html
Additional links:
1.
Spartanburg County
– Genealogy Resources
http://www.sciway.net/hist/genealogy/county/spartanburg.html
2.
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AND NOW FOR TODAY'S COOL SITE:
RootsWeb.com
is the oldest and
largest free online community for
genealogists. If you're looking to trace your family history, you'll
love the interactive guides and research tools found here. The
WorldConnect Project contains more than 250 million ancestor names.
The site also has a registry of over a million surnames available.
Its list of search engines and databases will be helpful to both novice
and expert researchers. There are message boards dedicated to the
discussion of family names -- even the most obscure!
TO VISIT THIS SITE, GO HERE:
http://www.rootsweb.com/
See you tomorrow!
Kim Komando :)
Pictures
Links of Interest:
Messaging board for SPCUG:
Links from November Meeting: Microsoft
Plus! Analog Recorder: Overview
of Plus! Pack - http://www.microsoft.com/windows/plus/dme/Music.asp#audio Tips
on Using Analog Recorder - http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/knowledgecenter/mediaadvice/0081.mspx Review from PC World
- http://www.pcworld.com/howto/article/0,aid,117810,00.asp AED
Tools Audio File converter: Features Page http://www.mediatwins.com/aedtools_pro/main_features.html Direct
MP3 Splitter/Joiner: Information Page http://www.mymusictools.com/mp3splitjoin/
Total Recorder: (Will be February 2006 Meeting Topic also)
Main Page: http://www.highcriteria.com/
Power Point Presentation with information from the meeting:
Download Here
DICTIONARY &
THESAURUS:
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South Carolina
South Carolina
Senate
E-mail Addresses
House of Representatives E-Mail System
Spartanburg Area Interest
Upstate Carolina PC Users
Group (UCPCUG , Greenville)
( subscribe to free mailing list. )
Upstate Carolina Linux Users Group (UCLUG
, Greenville)
( subscribe to free mailing list. )
Piedmont
Historical Society
3rd
Thursdays, Main Spbg Library
(see also: SPCUG Aug 2002 Meeting:Genealogy, Archives)
Spartanburg
Historical Society
7-9pm, 2nd Thursdays
Woodland Heights Recreation Center
www.spartanburg.org
Spartanburg Area
Chamber Of Commerce
Spartanburg County Sheriff's
Office
Spartanburg Technical College
WSPA TV
The Peachoid
Weather
Spartanburg
Drivers
http://www.conitech.com/windows/upmenu.asp
http://www.drivershq.com/
Technical
Support: Manufacturers Contact
Technical Help
http://www.pcpitstop.com/default.asp
Assortment of helpful utilities and tests.
Shareware
Dave Central Shareware Archive
C\NET DOWNLOAD.COM
TUCOWS
Windows95.com
ZDNet Software Library
WinSite
Shopping
Price Watch
PRICE WATCH is the fastest way to find a great street price on a computer
product. Type in 'search' box or click through category or product lists.
Dealers Advertise and maintain their prices on Price Watch using their
proprietary systems.
The Online Used Computer Swap
It is intended to provide an organized forum for private users to buy and
sell used computers and computer components.
Other
ZIP Code Lookup and Address Information
Yahoo People Search
Hypertext Webster
Gateway
Netdictionary
The Netdictionary is a compendium of technical, cultural, and humorous
words related to the universe of cyberspace. Confounded by the meaning of a
cryptic networking term? Can't seem to make sense of a particular acronym? If
so, the Netdictionary is the place for you!
Windows 95 Annoyances
This page contains a list of annoying "features" of Windows95, Word
97, Excel 97, Office 97 and workarounds for most of them. This is meant
as a forum for intermediate to advanced users who seek answers to annoying
questions or have helpful tips they wish to share with others. Although
criticism isn't practiced simply for the sake of criticism, bad design is
always recognized as such. Those seeking an unbiased or politically correct
resource should look elsewhere. This is also not a technical support line, nor
is it an ad for Microsoft or any of their products.
Expedia maps and travel
directions.
Upstate Carolina PC Users Group
PC User Group in Greenville, SC.
Palmetto Personal Computer Club
The IBM and IBM Compatible Personal Computing Club for the Greater Columbia,
SC Area.
UpState Life
South Carolina Information Highway
The SCIway Web site is the most comprehensive directory of information about
South Carolina on the Internet.
NEWSLETTER LINKS:
March 2003 Newsletter Link:
http://www.pcworld.com/howto/article/0,aid,102498,00.asp
February 2004 Newsletter Link:
Best
Freeware.doc
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