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RE: Samsung S22 cell phone is regularly making the camera clicks
Have you tried uninstalling the ring app and see if no longer getting the sound. You can always reinstall if after a short test period.
It's possible for hackers to activate a phone's camera without any indication on user end. If the issue persist, you may want to try a couple of other free security scanning apps. My thoughts are it's most likely notification sound for some particular app. Despite having disabled notifications.
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06/07/23 02:59pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Airstreams are Aluminum these are like a Swedish Sauna
At least it’s aerodynamic. :E Hate to see the fuel bill towing this around.
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05/31/23 03:58pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Windows Media Player problems
I don't use Windows Media Player, but prefer the free open source VLC Player on most all version of Windows since it first became available. Easier and more intuitive in my opinion.
It comes with its own codecs built-in, so can play most any type of media file. You can make and save Playlists.
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05/09/23 04:25pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Microsoft 365 removal
Software as a Service (SAS) is the future - happening in every industry.
Office 2016 might not work on a Windows 11 PC. Lots of legacy software doesn't work correctly on newer PC's.
At one point you could buy office or pay the subscription, now I think it is subscription only, but you can buy 1 subscription and run it on multiple PC's.
Luckily, I don't have to pay for Office365 as we are allowed to install up to 20 personal copies of the full version Office 2023 on our personal computers. Included as part of our enterprise subscription.
If I leave, I will still pay for Office365 subscription as it also includes 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage. IMO, a valuable feature.
WIN 10/11 can automatically backup and encrypt your libraries such as My Documents, Desktop, and Pictures to OneDrive. You still have a local copy available, though WIN 10/11 can optionally monitor if you don't access any of those library files regularly and keep the file on OneDrive only. It will remove the local copy so doesn't eat up your drive space. But will keep the file name intact with a cloud symbol. Clicking the file name downloads the file locally. Especially useful if you have a smaller drive on your computer.
Also, you have access to your files from any of your computers or mobile device. If you experience a drive failure or other malware, you can restore and re-sync your library files back to any of your computers.
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05/09/23 04:18pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: T-Mobile Gripes
This has been my understanding with all the three mobile carriers. The reason you sign a term contract is to pay off the phone you received up front for no cost, or at a reduced rate. They lock the phones to their network until the contract is fulfilled, or cancellation fee paid.
Whereas mobile services that operate on month-to-month basis don't give a free 'unlocked' phone, as you could simply go to another carrier.
I stopped signing mobile contracts over 15+ years ago and either bring my own phone, generally bought from Ebay, or buy carrier's phone outright. This is why Visible owned by Verizon can charge $25./month with unlimited 4G/5G data/calls/texts for mobile service only.
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05/08/23 09:01pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Video Editing Software
Bottom-line, you don't have to pay for video editing software. There are editors available for no cost, with no time restrictions or watermarks with their use. And can offer more power and features than paid software. You just need to take the time to learn how to use them, and there tends to be a number of YouTube instructional vids available.
https://i.imgur.com/XYegStO.jpg width=600px
One video editor I recently looked at is the free, open source ShotCut. It's available on multiple platforms, and may be better suited for advance beginners or intermediates with working understanding of timeline editing. It actually has some features not supported on more advanced editors, and can import a wide range of video/audio formats. You can even edit DVD VOB (unencrypted) files directly, which are actually MPEG2, or import FLAC audio which some pro editors won't read natively. It can also edit formats such as Apple ProRes or HEVC MP5 formats. IMO, more powerful than either paid versions of Vegas Movie Studio or Premiere Elements.
It didn't take me long to get up and running using ShotCut, though for more advanced users the workflow is not as efficient as pro editors. Meaning, there were more steps and time required to achieve the same results. An example being adjusting a video clips volume, which requires adding a 'gain/volume' filter and adjusting levels in properties. Or changing the speed of a clip, such as slow motion, by going into its' properties.
Both of which can more easily be achieved in pro editors such as Davinci Resolve by using keyboard shortcuts, or doing so directly in the timeline.
One handy feature is that ShotCut is able to do a final export using the GPU, similar to Handbrake options, as long as you have a sufficiently equipped system. This software won't replace my pro editors, though will resort to using it specifically for legacy formats such as old DVD files or otherwise unsupported formats in my preferred editor.
My recommendations is still Davinci Resolve as it basically combines Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition into one editor for free, with no time or render limitations. Though admittedly, as an advanced editor, tends to be intimidating and has a higher learning curve for new users. My work pays for full Adobe CC license, though still prefer Davinci Resolve. I'd advice to skip the 4,000 page manual, and just watch the many videos available online.
Aside, recently back from NAB 2023 where Dolby showed me how to edit/mix their Dolby Vision and Atmos tracks in Davinci Resolve. You can even encode and playback to Dolby Atmos home systems. Though not to movie theater cinema processors (Dolby CP850), as this requires it to be packaged only by licensed Dolby facilities.
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05/02/23 02:54pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Posting New Rig Photo
Unfortunately, neither Signature nor Profile photo uploads are working. Therefore, do not change your photos for now unless you want them removed. You will not be able to upload a new or replacement.
The forum is running outdated custom software, and there is no plans to fix the issue for now. Though something else may or is in the works. :W
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05/01/23 12:21pm |
Forum Posting Help and Support
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RE: How do I change my listing from Truck Campers to Class A's?
In My Forums > My Profile.
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04/25/23 05:51am |
Forum Posting Help and Support
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RE: Microsoft 365 removal
Adobe is bringing in more revenue than ever with their subscription model. Users are obviously willing to pay for it if that wasn't the case. No signs of them going under any time soon. Nor I'm guessing Microsoft even if they switched completely to subscription model. They dominate the enterprise environment and will likely continue to do so.
WIN 11 is basically just a rebranded version of WIN 10 with new interface and updated security requirements. The kernel is basically the same as WIN 10 for compatibility reasons. In fact, our chief endpoint support tech says he comes across components in WIN 11 still labeled as WIN 10.
If you're running WIN 10 with hardware that says does not qualify for WIN 11, you can still upgrade it manually. You just can't do an automatic upgrade. In any case, you have until mid-2025 end-of-life for WIN 10 support. The question is whether you want to get WIN 11 while it's a free upgrade, or pay for it later.
There is always a risk of running outdated OS or software no longer supported with security patches. As one might recall the WannaCry ransomware infected over 70% of WIN 7 machines through an unpatched vulnerability. Hackers are just too sophisticated and organized these days. Even to the point of running their own malware cloud services anyone can rent.
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04/06/23 10:27pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Microsoft 365 removal
...everything created in Office using 365 will disappear and cannot be recovered.
Only if you saved those files on your !TB OneDrive account. Just move those files (or copies) to your local HD/SSD to retain them. You always have a choice to save MS365 files to your local computer if you wish.
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04/06/23 02:32pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Microsoft 365 removal
No hostage situation, just don't renew your MS365 subscription.
Follow these instructions at Uninstall Microsoft 365 and install Office (2016, etc.).
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04/06/23 01:26pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Printer
Have both B&W and color laser printers, and wont go back to inkjets.
If looking at color laser printer, do some research to find the model with lowest cost for laser color toner replacements. Mine is an older model Samsung, so the color toner is dirt cheap. Though requires maintenance more often to keep it printing cleanly as page counts rise - pulling out the transfer belt and imaging drum units and carefully cleaning with alcohol. Plus, parts become scarce as time goes by.
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04/05/23 09:58am |
Technology Corner
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RE: free streaming video
TUBI, Fox network owned, is my favorite free streaming site. No ads with browser ad blocker. Great to watch popular movies I missed, or rewatching those I've already seen. Though still subscribe to a number of paid streaming sites. Along with around 50+ movies a year in theaters with AMC subscription.
I've mentioned this in another thread that one reason I have a VPN is, ironically, to watch content in my home market. My T-Mobile IP shows up in Baltimore, MD. This locks me out of some DC based licensed only content where I live. Setting my VPN to Ashburn, VA solves that issue.
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04/04/23 12:31pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Just Switched from Verizon to T-Mobile
What is the 5G box? I have T-Mobile home internet that is a 5G modem which looks like the former MacPro trash can. Had it since it was first introduced. Been very satisfied. Download speeds have been consistent at 500Mbps+. Not sure if that is as fast as some fibre optic connections which can be faster. Yes, it looked like a trash can that I called a box it is all wireless. It was $10-20 cheaper than the other two fiber optic providers in my area, they advertise 500 mbps.
As long as you are close enough to the T-Mobile 5G mid-band signal, you should get similar speeds. However, if you're farther away, you'll likely only get low band performance which is closer to 4G speeds.
I believe T-Mobile offers a trial period to test data speeds at your location.
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03/31/23 08:04am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Just Switched from Verizon to T-Mobile
What is the 5G box? I have T-Mobile home internet that is a 5G modem which looks like the former MacPro trash can. Had it since it was first introduced. Been very satisfied. Download speeds have been consistent at 500Mbps+. Not sure if that is as fast as some fibre optic connections which can be faster.
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03/30/23 01:11pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: FAILED LOG IN
I believe your account EXECUTIVE was among one that was hacked and posting crypto spam. Send a PM to Admin to see if your account can be recovered.
A word of advise, make sure to use a sufficiently long password (12+ combo of characters, numbers, symbols) as short or commonly used terms can be fairly easily hacked with open-source password spraying apps.
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03/24/23 10:46pm |
Forum Posting Help and Support
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RE: Visible wants me to upgrade to new plan
Finally, got my email requesting to switch to the new network. I guess if you're among the first to signup, you're the last to ask to upgrade. :h
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03/16/23 05:32pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Signature Missing
Have not heard back from Good Sam.
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03/14/23 03:49pm |
Forum Posting Help and Support
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RE: Signature Missing
Yes, members are not able to upload any Signature graphics/photos.
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03/12/23 12:18pm |
Forum Posting Help and Support
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RE: Signature Missing
Photo Signature uploads have not worked for over a year+ on the forums.
Even Mods have not been able to update their photos.
Do not replace your current Signature photo as you will not be able to replace it.
Text only Signatures do work.
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03/12/23 11:38am |
Forum Posting Help and Support
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