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  1. I Have Two Concerns/Questions About This Forum

    Hello all, Concern #1 - Why is my Network Activity Indicator showing "consistent activity" ONLY when I'm logged into this forum, sitting idle, and/or viewing posts. Does this forum run some kind of background script that consistently attempts to collect data? I see an auto-save notice appear...
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    Related to Skype Webcast email I recieved

    I'm not sure if I would be welcomed in the Skype Webcast. There are other issues I have heard about but here is my issue. I leave it here for you to discuss or ignore. With the risk of receiving another infraction over the same topic, I present the main reason behind why I quit visiting...
  3. Metro apps on Windows 7 is a bad, bad idea

    As we move closer to the launch of Windows 8 -- and the sea change that the Metro user interface brings to the platform -- there's an ever increasing drumbeat of both skepticism, concern, and apprehension depending on who you talk to. End users are skeptical of Metro because they do not see its...
  4. Site Introduced Ads in Members Posts - NOT COOL!

    I am very unhappy with the site's policies to introduce ads into members posts without their knowledge or permission. I think it is very deceptive, disappointing and uncalled for. I am referring to ads that appear when users submit posts they typed using key words like, r e g i s t r y, c r a...
  5. Windows 7 Concerns Over JavaScript Injection Vulnerability in SSL Connections

    A new Java Script injection that may expose private information even inside SSL encrypted connections seems to be a big concern for many, not the least of which is the Firefox browser development team. Seems like they may even be considering blocking all versions of the Java Plugin in future...
  6. Windows 7 Cybercrime or Cyberwar?

    America's Cybercrime Risk - A Look at Articles on Information Management and National Security
  7. Microsoft Windows 8 concerns developers

    Tech giant is accused of fostering 'fear, uncertainly and doubt' by emphasising HTML5 and CSS3 for writing apps for tablets Independent developers for Microsoft's platforms are increasingly concerned about the lack of clarity from the software giant over the future direction of its programming...
  8. Windows 8 UI Revolution Triggers Fear and Loathing

    Paul Thurrott's Supersite for Windows The new Windows 8 user experience has triggered excitement in the Windows user community, but also some fear and loathing for competitors and their supporters, and for developers. I'm happy to see Microsoft's competition on the run for a change, but the...
  9. Windows 8 UI Revolution Triggers Fear and Loathing

    Paul Thurrott's Supersite for Windows The new Windows 8 user experience has triggered excitement in the Windows user community, but also some fear and loathing for competitors and their supporters, and for developers. I'm happy to see Microsoft's competition on the run for a change, but the...
  10. [Poll Study] Americans reluctant to share sex, work details on web

    Although many American workers have embraced social media sites such as Facebook or LinkedIn, they are uncomfortable about sharing information about their sex lives or salaries, according to a new survey. The poll of 2,118 adults showed that slightly more than three out of four participate...
  11. Dog allegedly killed with liquor, pot at Mill Valley teen party

    The Marin Humane Society is investigating allegations that a dog was fatally poisoned by alcohol and marijuana during an unsupervised juvenile party in Mill Valley. Tamalpais High School contacted authorities this week after picking up campus rumors about the dog's death at a large party in...
  12. Victims' concerns put London 9/11 sculpture on hold

    Link Removed due to 404 Error Plans to erect a sculpture in a London park using girders salvaged from New York's World Trade Center, which was destroyed in attacks on September 11, 2001, have been put on hold after victims' families complained. The memorial, designed by Japanese-Russian...
  13. Windows XP Windows XP to Windows 7 Migration

    For those members and visitors who have yet to make the jump from Windows XP to Windows 7, Microsoft TechNet has an excellent guided video that may help you decide and possibly alleviate some of your concerns; Link Removed I hope you find it helpful. Regards Randy
  14. Wait a minute, Whoosh, are you spying on me ?

  15. Questionnaire to Help Improve Windows7Forums.com

    Questionnaire to Help Improve Windows7Forums.com Hello, if you have been using the website, even for one day, it’s important to get your opinion on how you view the website and what can be done better. That is why answers need to be collected to see what can be done to improve the website...
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    Windows 7 what will happen to all files after upgrade?

    As the title... i am pretty much of worrying with all files i have in my current computer will be gone(more likely rebooted) after the window 7 upgrade. Let's say i have 5 videos and after the upgrade of Window 7 - what will happen to the 5 videos? It's quite a busy day for me :p
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    Windows 7 Will Windows 7 Full version be better than the Beta

    Ok Windows 7 Beta Runs well but i have concerns?? Whats going to be added to the Full version operating system when it arrives/comes out?? Is there comparisons yet between the 2 and will this change the operation. It runs smooth now. What can you do that will possible make even better...
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    Windows 7 Windows Media player Spyware

    Hi Guys Be careful in using W7 WMP. There's a little legal "nasty" in that it says " Usage will be sent to Microsoft" plus some discalimer saying that "Information is only collected for "Statistical Purposes". Whilst I don't believe in Microsoft "Conspoiracy" theories I just don't like the...
  19. Windows 7 To wait or not to wait...

    More concerning the new os...: Link Removed
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    Windows Vista anti-virus software for vista

    I just bought a new laptop with vista premium, should i install AVG? are there any concerns i should be aware of?