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re: HP xw4600 Personal Workstation Giveaway Winner

Lynnfield — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 20:18:08 GMT

What are you thinking of? I think it's not easy. I entered to win a computer, but I'm glad you also think of me!

re: HP xw4600 Personal Workstation Giveaway Winner

adacosta — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 18:05:35 GMT

Thanks Lynnfield! I am happy that John is providing a consolation for you, you really deserve it for your contribution throughout the contest. :)

re: HP xw4600 Personal Workstation Giveaway Winner

John Obeto — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 23:35:39 GMT

@Lynnfield: For your participation, I am still trying to decide a consolation prize.

re: HP xw4600 Personal Workstation Giveaway Winner

Lynnfield — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 12:10:23 GMT

Congrats adacosta, seems i never win something

re: HP xw4600 Personal Workstation Giveaway Winner

adacosta — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 04:18:26 GMT

Wow! What can I say? I am most greatful and thankful for this gift. First of all, I must thank John and Hewlett Packard for making this possible. Next I would like to thank those who participated throughout this contest and provided constructive commentary. I know we all learnt from each other.

I definitely look forward to using this system to showcase the many things I now do in the areas of design. As soon as this system reaches my humble abode, look forward for a complete review. I have everything prepped and ready. :)

Again, my thanks to all!

re: Linux & The Phalanx2 rootkit: it’s our fault?

Lynnfield — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:29:27 GMT

In time when windows XP was released (2002?)4GB was overkill for all systems. It's like having 16GB now. So less then 1% used more then 4GB. If you had more RAM you could always use x64 version (professional edition only) Microsoft has always a solution, even for the little group of people that use more extreme stuff.

re: Linux & The Phalanx2 rootkit: it’s our fault?

adacosta — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:48:59 GMT

I am not gonna bash Linux, because I personally believe in competition and people having the freedom to have an opinion and create something. But what irritates me from the Linux crowd is when they use inaccurate information to describe Windows as less secure. Its even strange when they compare Windows 98 with the latest Linux distribution in terms of security.

Most persons who run Linux along with Windows tend upgrade to the latest Linux distro with an old version of Windows such as 98 or NT 4 still hanging around. Its an unfair analysis, just like an article I was reading on a website that Windows XP does not support more than 4 GBs of RAM, when its clear that Microsoft did release Windows XP Professional x64 which does support more than 4 GBs of RAM. The use these little nuances to escape the eye of the casual reader who might not be as in depth when analyzing situations like these..

Jihad I believe needs to stop, Linus has even said it, if you are happy with Linux, great, if you are happy with Windows no problem. Even his parents still Windows.

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re: Going OTG for the next few days

Lynnfield — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:08:08 GMT

Everyone needs a break-out. You deserve it! I would almost think you had no hands anymore with all that writting! Article after article, you couldn't stop. :P

I don't my best to be the first one to reply on your articles and I must say this is succeeded very well!

Thanks for all the information you spread. I appreciate this very much. Knowledge is the most important. Thanks again for sharing and have fun John!

P.S.: Take some extra batteries for your Canon. I'm speaking of own experience: my batteries were empty when I went to a beautiful castle in Germany. Never forgive myself... :(

re: Going OTG for the next few days

adacosta — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:39:50 GMT

I am interested in seeing some of the photos you take with that kind of equipment. I say take the laptop with you, its not like its a suit case. Compared with all that gear you are already carrying, a few extra pounds wouldn't hurt. ;)

re: Ubuntu and kernel security: another one bites the dust

adacosta — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:35:55 GMT

Sounds like Linus is sleeping on the job. Like the saying, 'if you live in a glass house, don't throw stones'. There has been a high level of discrepancy in Linux's security record'. From patch time to the reality of its attack surface compared to Windows. Its most obvious that the lucrative aspect of targeting Windows is its user base. 95% vs 1%, where is the fun in targeting 1%. The reality remains, that software is a man made product, bugs are expected and it will always be a cat and mouse game. But, I will continue to put my trust in Windows because its established, has a recognized backing in addition to a faster patch process and its simply easier to secure and manage. Locking down a Linux system requires a PHD, I am sure 95% of worlds computer users have better things to do with their time than learn the command line.

re: Ubuntu and kernel security: another one bites the dust

Lynnfield — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:41:40 GMT

Same story as with the Red Hat company...

The more secured because they are less used. If a serieus hacker want to hack a red hat OS then he can do that after some time.

Windows just got 90% from all hackers in the world. And I must say Windows is doing very well in security!

re: Google drops Bluetooth and other features from Android

adacosta — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:47:49 GMT

The only announced feature from Longhorn development that did not make it, that I am aware of is WinFS, Windows Future Storage. Longhorn was originally being built off the Windows XP codebase initially. The thing about Longhorn, beta was being built on beta. So it was straining under the weight. Other features that were dropped were not really publicized or guaranteed, these include:

Castles (Domain for Homes)

PC Syncing

Vector Based interface

If there is more beyond that, please enlighten me.

re: Google drops Bluetooth and other features from Android

John Obeto — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:50:01 GMT

@Michael: "I am sure John Obeto can list all the features planned for vista but stripped." Thanks, Mikey! Like I'm going to go the effort to do that!

@All: What Michael was saying is the Google is removing announced features from the OS in order to ship on time. Or in order to ship at all.

re: Google drops Bluetooth and other features from Android

Lynnfield — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:20:25 GMT

Yes, Desktop OS and Mobile OS are totaly different, like Adacosta said. You can't compare them. Desktop OS will have always more features then Mobiles ones.

Anyway if the Android Phone doesn't support bluetooth then I think that's a big mistake! All phones that are $100+ support bluetooth and a more expensive phone doesn't?? Few years ago I paid a bit more to have bluetooth on my phone. These days I can't imagine a phone without bluetooth. That's what I think...

re: Google drops Bluetooth and other features from Android

Michael — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 05:26:02 GMT

all I am saying is Google is pulling the same thing Microsoft did with Vsta, I am sure John Obeto can list all the features planned for vista but stripped.

re: Google drops Bluetooth and other features from Android

adacosta — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 01:51:37 GMT

@Michael: But Windows Vista supports Bluetooth and there is really no analogy between a Desktop OS and Mobile OS. I prefer to compare on the merits of true competitors such as iPhone OS X, Windows Mobile and Symbian. Google is making a big mistake here and its rushing it out for only a few reasons, anxiety to get their Mobile Search/Ad platform up and ready and to compete with established platforms from Microsoft and the new competitor from Apple.

re: Google drops Bluetooth and other features from Android

Michael — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:13:43 GMT

Looks like google is pulling a Microsoft Windows Vista.

re: The AbsoluteVista.com HP Touchsmart IQ506 Review

John Obeto — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 20:07:04 GMT

The tested model is actually an off-the-shelf top of the line model, which has an MSRP of just $1599, i believe.

re: The AbsoluteVista.com HP Touchsmart IQ506 Review

adacosta — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 19:33:58 GMT

Based on the 1299 starting price I saw at HP.com, its rather affordable, depending on your budget. This particular model seems to be customized for the review though. With the functionality and features, huge amounts of RAM, disk spaces and processor speed in addition to its unique design, choosing this over an iMac would be no brainer.

Question though John, whats driving the functionality behind the Touch Smart? Did HP have to write proprietary drivers to interface applications like Office or is some thing else, how does it work? The reason why I am curious is because it seem to take Microsoft some time to get even Tablet support for Office right, I think Office 2003/2007 is where it has really seemed like a natural experience. Did HP work with Microsoft to achieve this?

I agree though, HP should have taken the chance go with 24 and 30 inch models.

re: Windows Small Business Server 2008 RTMs!

adacosta — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 19:22:18 GMT

Well, Small Business Server is a set of Microsoft's server software for small businesses. It includes the following solutions:

Windows Server 2008 x64 - Network Operating System for managing client computers through Active Directory. Its the first version of Windows SBS to be 64 bit only.

Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Standard - Email Server solution

ISA - Software based firewall solution

Its basically a bundle that comes in both Standard and Premium flavors. I hear its a big hit in the SMB market. Windows SBS 2008 is built on the same codebase as Windows Vista/Server 2008 SP1.

re: The AbsoluteVista.com HP Touchsmart IQ506 Review

Lynnfield — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:45:10 GMT

HP is owning with their designs in all categories: notebooks, desktops, widescreens, tablet :P

Anyway back ontopic:

The specs are amazing.

- 4GB of RAM (does touchscreen functions use much RAM?)

- Fast mobile dual core

- A GPU that is enough powerfull to run Vista

- big screen

- 500GB of space with a fast speed (7'200rpm)

(- remarkable design)

Maybe you forgot the most important to tell? The price. Or didn't I found it in the article?

re: Windows Small Business Server 2008 RTMs!

Lynnfield — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:39:15 GMT

I don't know much about the Server versions about Windows because I never used it before.

Anyway security is the most important!

"Powerful and more secure infrastructure that was rebuilt from the ground up. "

Was it rebuilt from the ground up? I thought that was for another OS from Windows. One of the following versions of Windows - Windows 7 or beyond?

re: Apple pays ringers to stand in line for iPhone

Lynnfield — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:35:14 GMT

That's also what I think adacosta. It's just a hype. I'm not saying it's a bad product but it's defently a hype. Almost all Apple stuff is a hype. iMac, iPhone, MacBook, AirBook, and so on.

Apple = normal company + white paint = 2 x the normal price

Conclusion: The white paint must be extremely expensive to produce! :D

re: Red RHAT says servers hacked

Lynnfield — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:30:07 GMT

People think Red RHAT' is more secured then windows. I don't know if that is true. I think Microsoft is better secured but because 90% use microsoft - there will be also 90% of hacks written for Windows...

But I don't think Windows is not good secured, not at all.

Because Red Hat is used less, less people will write hacks for it.