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***Morning Glory*** · 02-13-2009, 03:46 PM

IO Storm

I think your problems are different than the recent issues we've been having. When I have problems like you have I usually run ccleaner. It cleans out everything you don't need. I've never had a problem with it removing anything I needed, but read what it's going to remove before clicking the clean button.

CCleaner - Download

Then you should reinstall java. I have to do that every so often when I can't access some of the forum features.

java.com: Java + You

After that reboot your computer and see what happens.

***cmc*** · 02-13-2009, 03:56 PM

This afternoon I had the same problem that Alera described plus connections here have been slow.

**Dee74** · 02-13-2009, 04:03 PM

nothing for me but occasional database errors...

D

All About Love · 02-13-2009, 05:07 PM

im pleased i started this thread its very helpful by the looks of it
& MG thankyou for all the effort you put into this, keeping it all on flow

least · 02-13-2009, 05:42 PM

MG, I thought Java was only for chat... what else is Java for? I keep ignoring Java updates cause I don't "do" chat. Is Java essential for forums too? I'm an ignoramus, I admit. Only had a computer since '04 so I'm still a tantrum-throwing toddler, computer-wise...

***Morning Glory*** · 02-13-2009, 07:58 PM

I am not a tech and not really qualified to answer your questions least because I really don't know.

The forums use Ajax.
Ajax is a way of developing Web applications that combines:

XHTML and CSS standards based presentation
Interaction with the page through the DOM
Data interchange with XML and XSLT
Asynchronous data retrieval with XMLHttpRequest
JavaScript to tie it all together

The thank you button uses ajax. If the thank you button doesn't work it may help to reinstall java.

I've had problems numerous times when links won't click, the thank you button doesn't work, the images disappear etc... The first thing I do is use ccleaner. Then I reboot my computer. That usually fixes the problems. If I can't get into chat or things still don't work I will reinstall java. That usually fixes everything. Deleting cookies can be a hassle because you lose all your saved passwords and have to start all over again, but old cookies often cause a conflict and things won't work. ccleaner takes care of everything.

That is really all I know. If everything is working I don't worry about updating java.

The techs are going to work on the other forum issues this weekend.
Thank you all for your reports and patience.

least · 02-13-2009, 10:34 PM

You're a rare gem, MG!

bovinePieBear · 02-18-2009, 04:43 AM

Hi all - jumping in here as, for what it's worth, I actually am a techy. (!!!)

MG has clearly been helping out here, and absolutely right that the "Thanks" button uses Ajax. However, Ajax does NOT use Java, it uses JavaScript, which is something different. I know... I know!! I didn't make this stuff up though!

Anyway, if the "Thanks" button isn't working, check that JavaScript is enabled in your browser, or if the worst comes to the worst, uninstall and reinstall your browser.

Chat here on SR does use Java, so if that's the problem then reinstalling Java could help.

If anyone has any specific problems, I'm more than happy to try and help out. I've been an IT consultant for nearly as long as I was drinking...

IO Storm · 02-18-2009, 01:18 PM

Yoo Hoo!

Guess What?

I tried something different. lol

I deleted Mozilla Firefox, actually all browswers..and reinstalled Windows Explorer.

Voila'.

My SR is back in full form.

I have no why..most likely Windows is blocking some of Firefox's images?

IO Storm · 02-18-2009, 01:18 PM

Thanks MG and Bovine for all of your help.

( I do miss my Firefox..)

bovinePieBear · 02-18-2009, 01:21 PM

Hey IO - great! But why don't you just reinstall Firefox now? I betcha it'll work!

IO Storm · 02-18-2009, 03:37 PM

I'm skeered. lol

Have company now. But will try later. Thanks!

Chance · 02-19-2009, 09:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IO Storm

It's been knocking me out for days.

I had 522 trojans in all my drives the other day. Probably on my end.

OMG You really get the Prize today you made me laugh in a real time of pain! I came here to post saw this thread and of course knowing me LOL May I just ask what sites you are going too

Never mind don't want to know

A lot of good stuff here and it is always good to learn a little more about the techy side :-)

Morning Glory I take my hat off too you! You are someone that has been very helpful to most everyone here and especially too me! THANKS for always being here!

TWD660 · 02-22-2009, 04:54 AM

thee s something here not right
TROLLS
, WIRDE PEOPLE AND QUESTIONS

***Freedom1990*** · 02-23-2009, 10:49 AM

I had to revert to using IE today, which I detest. I can't do anything with Firefox except access the main page to the forums.

Guess I'll have IE open just for SR!

jimhere · 03-11-2009, 08:05 AM

What's up with this site? The pages take forever to load. I don't know if one of my private messages got sent or not because it goes to the "Internet explorer cannot display this webpage" page.

A pain in the you-know-what and very annoying and not too user friendly as of late. I don't have time to sit and wait for pages to load. Reminds me of the old dial-up days.

ananda · 03-11-2009, 10:55 AM

computer stuff pffffft.....

one of those powers greater than my self

Dime · 03-16-2009, 05:17 AM

From a PC infection standpoint how risky is it to use the online meeting/chat section on this forum. I am not referring to the risks of divulging personal information, predators, type issues. I am concerned about things like code injection, malware, pc being taken over, etc. Should I assume that use of the online meeting/chat section on this forum are as risky as other online chat sites. Normally I would consider this to be in the high risk category and not utilize the resources here.

Is there a warm fuzzy anyone can give me on this. I do run good security products that are updated frequently and multifaceted security scans weekly.

Thanks!

***Morning Glory*** · 03-16-2009, 04:12 PM

Dime, I emailed the chat host and I'll post their answer here when I get it.

Dime · 03-16-2009, 08:49 PM

Thanks Morning Glory,
I appreciate that very much.

***Morning Glory*** · 03-17-2009, 02:08 PM

Here is their reply

The addonchat software itself is very secure in this respect, and infection in this sense would be rare.
There is no difference if the chat room is hosted on its own or as part of a forum.

All you can advise in this sense is that every step is taken to ensure the software remains safe.

Dime · 03-17-2009, 05:40 PM

Thanks MorningGlory,
I greatly appreciate the time and effort you put in. I'll use the usual precautions for personal info.

02-13-2009, 03:46 PM	#26 (permalink)
*Morning Glory* Administrator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: CA Posts: 9,969 Blog Entries: 2	IO Storm I think your problems are different than the recent issues we've been having. When I have problems like you have I usually run ccleaner. It cleans out everything you don't need. I've never had a problem with it removing anything I needed, but read what it's going to remove before clicking the clean button. CCleaner - Download Then you should reinstall java. I have to do that every so often when I can't access some of the forum features. java.com: Java + You After that reboot your computer and see what happens. __________________ “Come to the edge.” “We can't. We're afraid.” “Come to the edge.” “We can't. We will fall!” “Come to the edge.” And they came. And he pushed them. And they flew. Guillaume Apollinaire, 1880-1918

02-13-2009, 04:03 PM	#28 (permalink)
Dee74 SR Moderator Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: South Seas Posts: 42,620	nothing for me but occasional database errors... D __________________ “When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be”Lao Tzu

02-13-2009, 05:07 PM	#29 (permalink)
All About Love ~miss nikky~ Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: windsor gardens, south australia, australia Posts: 1,979 Blog Entries: 4	im pleased i started this thread its very helpful by the looks of it & MG thankyou for all the effort you put into this, keeping it all on flow __________________ *"My asset is the ability to just do it."*

02-13-2009, 05:42 PM	#30 (permalink)
least bona fido dog-lover Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: eastern USA Posts: 23,549 Blog Entries: 31	MG, I thought Java was only for chat... what else is Java for? I keep ignoring Java updates cause I don't "do" chat. Is Java essential for forums too? I'm an ignoramus, I admit. Only had a computer since '04 so I'm still a tantrum-throwing toddler, computer-wise... __________________ I'd rather live in my car with my dogs than live in a castle without them. Dogs may not be our whole lives, but they make our lives whole. Don't wait for the Last Judgement. It takes place every day. -Albert Camus Find the good and praise it. - Alex Haley

02-13-2009, 07:58 PM	#31 (permalink)
*Morning Glory* Administrator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: CA Posts: 9,969 Blog Entries: 2	I am not a tech and not really qualified to answer your questions least because I really don't know. The forums use Ajax. Ajax is a way of developing Web applications that combines: XHTML and CSS standards based presentation Interaction with the page through the DOM Data interchange with XML and XSLT Asynchronous data retrieval with XMLHttpRequest JavaScript to tie it all together The thank you button uses ajax. If the thank you button doesn't work it may help to reinstall java. I've had problems numerous times when links won't click, the thank you button doesn't work, the images disappear etc... The first thing I do is use ccleaner. Then I reboot my computer. That usually fixes the problems. If I can't get into chat or things still don't work I will reinstall java. That usually fixes everything. Deleting cookies can be a hassle because you lose all your saved passwords and have to start all over again, but old cookies often cause a conflict and things won't work. ccleaner takes care of everything. That is really all I know. If everything is working I don't worry about updating java. The techs are going to work on the other forum issues this weekend. Thank you all for your reports and patience. __________________ “Come to the edge.” “We can't. We're afraid.” “Come to the edge.” “We can't. We will fall!” “Come to the edge.” And they came. And he pushed them. And they flew. Guillaume Apollinaire, 1880-1918

02-13-2009, 03:56 PM	#27 (permalink)
*cmc* Community Greeter Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: FL Posts: 13,714	This afternoon I had the same problem that Alera described plus connections here have been slow.

02-13-2009, 10:34 PM	#32 (permalink)
least bona fido dog-lover Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: eastern USA Posts: 23,549 Blog Entries: 31	You're a rare gem, MG! __________________ I'd rather live in my car with my dogs than live in a castle without them. Dogs may not be our whole lives, but they make our lives whole. Don't wait for the Last Judgement. It takes place every day. -Albert Camus Find the good and praise it. - Alex Haley

02-18-2009, 04:43 AM	#33 (permalink)
bovinePieBear Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: UK Posts: 263 Blog Entries: 4	Hi all - jumping in here as, for what it's worth, I actually am a techy. (!!!) MG has clearly been helping out here, and absolutely right that the "Thanks" button uses Ajax. However, Ajax does NOT use Java, it uses JavaScript, which is something different. I know... I know!! I didn't make this stuff up though! Anyway, if the "Thanks" button isn't working, check that JavaScript is enabled in your browser, or if the worst comes to the worst, uninstall and reinstall your browser. Chat here on SR does use Java, so if that's the problem then reinstalling Java could help. If anyone has any specific problems, I'm more than happy to try and help out. I've been an IT consultant for nearly as long as I was drinking...

02-18-2009, 01:18 PM	#34 (permalink)
IO Storm IO Storm Wheel Of Fortune Champion! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 18,193 Blog Entries: 2	Yoo Hoo! Guess What? I tried something different. lol I deleted Mozilla Firefox, actually all browswers..and reinstalled Windows Explorer. Voila'. My SR is back in full form. I have no why..most likely Windows is blocking some of Firefox's images? __________________ "God holds me still in the eye of the Storm"

02-18-2009, 01:18 PM	#35 (permalink)
IO Storm IO Storm Wheel Of Fortune Champion! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 18,193 Blog Entries: 2	Thanks MG and Bovine for all of your help. ( I do miss my Firefox..) __________________ "God holds me still in the eye of the Storm"

02-18-2009, 01:21 PM	#36 (permalink)
bovinePieBear Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: UK Posts: 263 Blog Entries: 4	Hey IO - great! But why don't you just reinstall Firefox now? I betcha it'll work!

02-18-2009, 03:37 PM	#37 (permalink)
IO Storm IO Storm Wheel Of Fortune Champion! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 18,193 Blog Entries: 2	I'm skeered. lol Have company now. But will try later. Thanks! __________________ "God holds me still in the eye of the Storm"

02-22-2009, 04:54 AM	#39 (permalink)
TWD660 Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: HUNTINGTON, WV Posts: 52	thee s something here not right TROLLS , WIRDE PEOPLE AND QUESTIONS

02-23-2009, 10:49 AM	#40 (permalink)
*Freedom1990* Wesley Employee Extraordinaire Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 9,361	I had to revert to using IE today, which I detest. I can't do anything with Firefox except access the main page to the forums. Guess I'll have IE open just for SR! __________________ DeVon & the Zoo Crew ‎An error doesn't become a mistake until you refuse to correct it. --Orlando A. Battista

03-11-2009, 08:05 AM	#41 (permalink)
jimhere Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Pugetopolis Posts: 2,392	What's up with this site? The pages take forever to load. I don't know if one of my private messages got sent or not because it goes to the "Internet explorer cannot display this webpage" page. A pain in the you-know-what and very annoying and not too user friendly as of late. I don't have time to sit and wait for pages to load. Reminds me of the old dial-up days.

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03-11-2009, 10:55 AM	#42 (permalink)
ananda Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 11,908 Blog Entries: 1	computer stuff pffffft..... one of those powers greater than my self __________________ Copyright © 2010 - 2010 Ananda You can't stop living just because it hurts a little - Ananda's Mom

03-16-2009, 05:17 AM	#43 (permalink)
Dime Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 1,117	Online Meeting PC Security From a PC infection standpoint how risky is it to use the online meeting/chat section on this forum. I am not referring to the risks of divulging personal information, predators, type issues. I am concerned about things like code injection, malware, pc being taken over, etc. Should I assume that use of the online meeting/chat section on this forum are as risky as other online chat sites. Normally I would consider this to be in the high risk category and not utilize the resources here. Is there a warm fuzzy anyone can give me on this. I do run good security products that are updated frequently and multifaceted security scans weekly. Thanks!

03-16-2009, 04:12 PM	#44 (permalink)
*Morning Glory* Administrator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: CA Posts: 9,969 Blog Entries: 2	Dime, I emailed the chat host and I'll post their answer here when I get it. __________________ “Come to the edge.” “We can't. We're afraid.” “Come to the edge.” “We can't. We will fall!” “Come to the edge.” And they came. And he pushed them. And they flew. Guillaume Apollinaire, 1880-1918

03-16-2009, 08:49 PM	#45 (permalink)
Dime Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 1,117	Thanks Morning Glory, I appreciate that very much.

03-17-2009, 02:08 PM	#46 (permalink)
*Morning Glory* Administrator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: CA Posts: 9,969 Blog Entries: 2	Here is their reply The addonchat software itself is very secure in this respect, and infection in this sense would be rare. There is no difference if the chat room is hosted on its own or as part of a forum. All you can advise in this sense is that every step is taken to ensure the software remains safe. __________________ “Come to the edge.” “We can't. We're afraid.” “Come to the edge.” “We can't. We will fall!” “Come to the edge.” And they came. And he pushed them. And they flew. Guillaume Apollinaire, 1880-1918

03-17-2009, 05:40 PM	#47 (permalink)
Dime Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 1,117	Thanks MorningGlory, I greatly appreciate the time and effort you put in. I'll use the usual precautions for personal info.

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