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Post by Andy Pastuszak on Aug 7, 2014 12:21:34 GMT
Hi Rodney The "word processor" in MSWorks is basic WORD. If one had MS Office or a standalone WORD then MSWorks used that. Since I have a standalone WORD I had to "unhook" WORD from MSWorks as I use WORD as a standalone package. Just FYI. Jerry B In newer versions of Works, the word processor was Word. In older versions it was the MS Works word processor. |
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Post by rod222 on Aug 7, 2014 13:48:07 GMT
The file extension for works is *.wps word = *.doc
Both interchangeable
You can read works in word, and word in works, same with works spreadsheet and excel (with loss of options as would be understandable)
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Post by Andy Pastuszak on Aug 8, 2014 12:18:23 GMT
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Post by Andy Pastuszak on Aug 8, 2014 13:15:26 GMT
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Post by rod222 on Aug 8, 2014 23:14:08 GMT
It must be remembered that MSWorks was degraded, year after year, from the original concept. My choice is the Version 4.5a, (includs Y2k fix) This version is lite, and includes the original concept of a "suite", it includes Word Processor, Database (flat form), Spreadsheet, and email, ALL interconnected. For Stamp Collecting, it just ticks all the boxes for keeping notes, database for postmarks, spreadsheet for sheet designs etc & etc. Any novice computer user, can have a reasonably sophisticated database up and running (and understood!) within 25 seconds. The software designers should be applauded. The Flat form database has 36,000 rows and (I think) 36 columns. |
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 9, 2014 6:41:26 GMT
ROARRRR!
That's me, the dinosaur...I still use XP...and have enjoyed reading the posts above, but only understood 50%...time for a nap now...
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Post by Andy Pastuszak on Aug 9, 2014 12:02:31 GMT
ROARRRR! That's me, the dinosaur...I still use XP...and have enjoyed reading the posts above, but only understood 50%...time for a nap now... XP is out of support now. Microsoft is no longer providing security updates for it. |
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 10, 2014 6:20:24 GMT
No worries i have had mine shut off for years - they were just Microsoft's way of keeping tabs on users (conspiracy theory), but really I was on limited band width and their updates were enormous and of little or no use.  |
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Post by Andy Pastuszak on Aug 10, 2014 12:19:17 GMT
No worries i have had mine shut off for years - they were just Microsoft's way of keeping tabs on users (conspiracy theory), but really I was on limited band width and their updates were enormous and of little or no use. Security updates are important. There is all sorts of nastiness out there. |
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 11, 2014 0:45:47 GMT
I have had no problems - I have Superantispy and Security Essentials they do all the work and keep the nasties away. If security updates were in any way effective then we would not need all the other programs to keep us safe . try running your computer with out any virus/trojan/malaware software but just with Security updates...
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Post by ramanandn on Aug 11, 2014 1:22:56 GMT
Rod,
Not sure if anyone suggested a good graphics card but here goes. I would go with a Nvidia GTX7xx series. Very acceptable for what you aim to. Should be close to or under USD $100.
Regards
Ram
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Post by rod222 on Aug 11, 2014 1:40:39 GMT
Rod, Not sure if anyone suggested a good graphics card but here goes. I would go with a Nvidia GTX7xx series. Very acceptable for what you aim to. Should be close to or under USD $100. Regards Ram Thanks Ram, I'll keep a scan of your post in my "reinstall" file, I had given up trying to get good advice on a card. My current card, we nabbed from an old box we picked up from the town tip, it seems to be working well my previous card (which I melted) had cooling fins, preventing me installing USB 3.0 to the motherboard. This one is fine, and seems to be running cool, if it dies, I'll search out your recommendation. Since installing USB 3.0 seems I no longer need it,  I have installed "removable trays", so when I go away camping etc, I can just flip open the HDD's, and store them away from any burglary. (I now do my backups HDD to HDD internal) using Speccy, this is the card we installed. (It was just trial and error)  |
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 11, 2014 11:20:26 GMT
No worries i have had mine shut off for years - they were just Microsoft's way of keeping tabs on users (conspiracy theory), but really I was on limited band width and their updates were enormous and of little or no use. Security updates are important. There is all sorts of nastiness out there. Well, Andy, in spite of my state of denial, I did spend most of the day looking at alternatives and I am thinking of opting for this one: What do you think? |
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 11, 2014 11:22:41 GMT
Except that I will probably opt for the latest version Zorin 9.0 and go for the minimal cost and get the ultimate version: It really looks good |
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Post by Andy Pastuszak on Aug 11, 2014 14:51:38 GMT
Sounds like a version of Linux skinned to look like Windows. I run Linux full time and love it, but it doesn't run Windows apps. Well, it can with Wine, but it's not always perfect. But there are plenty of Linux distributions out there you can use.
If you're willing to go the Linux route, I'd give a look to some other Linux distributions:
1. Ubuntu
2. Linux Mint
3. Fedora
All three have a "Live CD" you can boot up and get to a desktop you can play with.
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 13, 2014 23:36:34 GMT
You are quite right that Zorin looks like Windows, it's the main reason i chose it as i am new to Linux...baby steps lol. But as i get more familiar with i will take a look at more advanced distros. at the moment i have Zorin on my notebook and i love it. Looks like Win XP will go soon and a Linux will replace it on my loved desktop. |
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Post by alanl on Aug 14, 2014 3:53:49 GMT
I`ve used Linux systems for a decade or more.
My current system is a live CD called puppy-slacko.
I boot the zipped up file from the HD instead of a CD.
I added a few programs and rebuilt the OS and it does what I want.
It unzips onto the ram. There is no OS on the HD.
I save downloads or work to the HD.
If something goes wrong I just reboot.
I start fresh every day.
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Post by Andy Pastuszak on Aug 15, 2014 2:19:22 GMT
I`ve used Linux systems for a decade or more. My current system is a live CD called puppy-slacko. I boot the zipped up file from the HD instead of a CD. I added a few programs and rebuilt the OS and it does what I want. It unzips onto the ram. There is no OS on the HD. I save downloads or work to the HD. If something goes wrong I just reboot. I start fresh every day. I just recently switched to Arch Linux. It's a rolling release distribution, so I always get the latest and greatest versions of everything. Been running Linux full time since Red Hat 4.0 in 1996. It's been fun watching Linux distros grow to the point now where they really are credible Windows replacements. |
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 24, 2014 11:21:15 GMT
Have not done much stamping lately, but have been playing around with lots of Linux Distros...there are so many of them!!! So far my favourite is still Zorin as a complete replacement but i do like running PuppyLucid, Knoppix and Bodhi from live USBs. I jave replaced Windows 7 on an injured lap top with Zorin OS9 and it works about 5 times faster. I haven't replaced Win XP on my older computer - still testing, lol. I will probably continue with live USBs for a while...it's hard to give up that old pair of comfortable shoes (Win XP) !!! |
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 27, 2014 8:13:40 GMT
It's now, finally, official all on Linux OS! Gone Win XP! I have found that Linux Lite to be the best replacement for my needs. |
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Post by Andy Pastuszak on Aug 27, 2014 12:19:34 GMT
Good for you!
I just got Wizard 101 working on Linux and have converted one of my sons. I should have the other one working by the end of the week.
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Post by rod222 on Aug 28, 2014 2:37:59 GMT
I purchased the Zorin OS9 ultimate from your suggestion some weeks ago,
awaiting to pick up a second hand box (dual core 3 Ghz ) and load it.
Looking forward to a test drive.
(The download really crunched my monthly download quota)
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 28, 2014 8:54:39 GMT
Hey I used to have real problems with my quota too, I recently switched to MyNetFone using, now I get 200Gb/month for 49.95. I am really happy with it. I still have Zorin on the lap top, but I found that my old machines struggled with Zorin but work exceptionally on Lite. Here is my favourite Linux on Lite: |
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Post by Andy Pastuszak on Aug 28, 2014 14:00:27 GMT
ZorinOS charges for a version? Can I recommend someone try out a copy of Fedora Linux and install the Cinnamon Desktop (instead of Gnome or KDE) as an install option and tell me what you think? I'm not a good judge since I have been running Linux in some form since 1995, and have been full time Linux since sometime in the early 2000s. Once you install Fedora you can run the Fedy script and it will install all the extras for free: Java, Flash, video and audio codecs, and better font smoothing. You can get Fedy here. satya164.github.io/fedy/I'm curious what a less experienced persons opinion would be of this. |
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Post by Andy Pastuszak on Aug 28, 2014 14:01:41 GMT
Oh, and the other one to look at is Linux Mint. Comes with a lot out of the box and, I think Cinnamon Desktop is the default.
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 28, 2014 21:48:27 GMT
Oh, and the other one to look at is Linux Mint. Comes with a lot out of the box and, I think Cinnamon Desktop is the default. I did try Linux Mint and it is a very nice and complete distribution, but a bit too much for my old machine with just 500Mb of RAM. I think that they recommend a very minimum of 512 for the cinnamon and somewhat more for the other versions. You can get Zorin OS 9 free, they ask for a donation of 10 euros for the ultimate edition, which I did not mind paying...they ask for so little for so much! I did not try Fedora as their system requirements are of at least 2GM of RAM. My laptop could handle it, but since it is not functioning in a predictable manner (especially in Windows 7) it would not be a fair test. Also, I am now pretty good at making bootable USB sticks for a lot of distros from windows I am not sure how to make one using linux...which is sort of ironic  cheers PS - BTW, Andy, I have not thanked you yet for starting me in this quest...it's been a great learning experience (you can teach an old dog new tricks!) with a great result - so. I thank you! |
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Post by Perfs14 on Aug 28, 2014 21:51:06 GMT
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Post by rod222 on Aug 29, 2014 1:38:04 GMT
No thanks required Perfs14, A forum is just that, an exchange of ideas on a point. Digital stamp collecting is an important part of our lives, in fact digital in one way can save the world I am currently looking at digital ways to keep track of / manage my health Pedometers / GPS tracking / hill climbing for my bike I watched a docco yesterday " monitor me" you can now get a blood sugar monitor that records you blood sugar level in real time. As Alan's post, love the Kellog's Corn Flakes, eaten them since a kid, they have enough sugar in a bowl, that would compare to a jam doughnut. With the blood sugar monitor, when you pop in one of Mum's fairy cakes, and you see your blood sugar graph redline, it just may have you think twice (Coca Cola Amatil has recently recorded a drop in sales, with people now choosing healthier options) I am quite excited to see how Zorin OS9 works, I paid the 10 euros, ( when I logged, I assumed it was a compulsory 10 euros, I couldn't see whhere OS9 was free) |
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Post by alanl on Aug 29, 2014 3:45:05 GMT
With the blood sugar it isn`t just how high
it goes. More important is how soon it
goes down.
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I have installed "removable trays", so when I go away camping etc,
