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[SPF:Probably_Forged] Re: Monitor resolution ...
by Robert Krawitz Jan. 7, 2012

Jan. 7, 2012

On Sat, 07 Jan 2012 11:45:01 -0500, Frank Sweetser wrote: > > In the past, tv and monitors were two seperate products that shared > some common underlying technology. Nowadays, they're just different > market segments for the same product, differing mostly in the size, > case, and marketing. > > Plus, since most HD content is recorded at a native resolution of > 1080, watching it on a monitor with a physical resolution of 1080 (or > multiple thereof) gives the best results. This is nice if you want to > watch blue ray of HD streaming on you pc. If you have a 1920x1200 monitor, there's no problem: just letterbox the 1920x1080 output. I recently bought a used Dell Precision M6500 laptop; I wouldn't consider an M6600, despite the faster processors, because of the inferior screen. -- Robert Krawitz <rlk(a)alum.mit.edu> Tall Clubs International -- http://www.tall.org/ or 1-888-IM-TALL-2 Member of the League for Programming Freedom -- http://ProgFree.org Project lead for Gutenprint -- http://gimp-print.sourceforge.net "Linux doesn't dictate how I work, I dictate how Linux works." --Eric Crampton

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Acer Flat-screen monitor, needs repair, does anyone want?
by E Johnson Jan. 5, 2012

Jan. 5, 2012

Offering this here first. I have a monitor which started blacking out 3 days ago. I always liked this monitor (had 2, the other one still doing just fine!). This is an Acer Flat-screen monitor, 19-inch screen, 1680x1050, DVI or VGA input. The resoultion on this is especially nice. Good color, at least I always enjoyed it. Specs: Acer X193WBD. 19" Widescreen LCD Monitor - 5ms, 1680x1050, (WSXGA+), 2000:1, DVI, Black (A179-1944) This ls not-quite 3 years old, still in warranty. It powers on, but flickers, then black-screens. Acer says they can and will fix it (free parts / labor) . It needs to be shipped back to Acer (in Texas), who will fix it & return within a few weeks. Shipping might be around $40.00, but is still considerably cheaper than buying a new monitor like this. Acer ships back at no cost, the only shiping cost is one-way, TO Acer. Or if you are good at fixing stuff like this, it might be just the thing. E-mail me for details if interested. I'm in Worcester near Elm Park. Liz J

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WLUG meeting?
by Tim Keller Dec. 13, 2011

Dec. 13, 2011

Hey Gang, Are we having a meeting this month? I would *think* it would be on the 14th... Thanks, Tim. -- I am leery of the allegiances of any politician who refers to their constituents as "consumers".

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OPENING - Sr Software Engineer - C/Linux - perm in Cambridge area
by John Spencer Dec. 5, 2011

Dec. 5, 2011

We have an opening for a Sr Software Engineer. This is a perm position in the Cambridge area for a sharp engineer with 7-10+ yrs of experience. I have included some info below. In the spirit of the Holiday Season, the season of giving, if you are not interested in this position and even if you don't know anyone looking, please share this information with your network, as more than likely someone in your network knows someone that could use help finding a new position. Sr Software Engineer We are looking for a well rounded Sr Software Engineer that is interested in working in a collaborative environment on a variety of projects. Must have strong C programming skills. C++ and Java are a plus Must have strong Linux background and experience Systems software experience is needed Ability to come up to speed quickly and desire to work on a variety of projects and technology Experience working in an Agile environment is a plus Regards, John Spencer Connected Systems Partners Connecting Top Talent with Top Companies 978-455-5550 x208 978-621-9743 cell jspencer(a)connectedsp.com www.connectedsp.com <www.connectedsp.com%20%20%20> GET CONNECTED! Unless otherwise explicitly instructed by sender, all information in this email is considered confidential and intended for the view and use of the recipient(s) only.

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[OT] Internet Service Provider
by Chuck Noyes Dec. 2, 2011

Dec. 2, 2011

Hi All, I'm getting fed up with Verizon's inability to fix their DSL service - it's been incredibly slow for the last couple of months. Customer support has been no help. So, I'm curious what ISP people like (and don't like). I'd prefer a local one, but at this point, I'm not fussy. I'm looking for something reliable. We have Charter as the cable TV provider. I don't know if I want to go that route. I don't want to start a "religious war" - I'm just looking for information so I can make an informed decision. Thanks, -Chuck

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[WPI] Linux Installfest tomorrow
by Henrique Nov. 29, 2011

Nov. 29, 2011

Hello!, Just a reminder that the Linux Installfest is tomorrow at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The event is geared towards helping WPI students get started with Linux, but anyone is welcome to join, help, or just chat. What: Linux Installfest Where: WPI, Kaven Hall 202<http://www.wpi.edu/Academics/ATC/Facilities/Classrooms/kh202.html>, (google maps<http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=42.27484,-71.805884&daddr=…> ) When: November 29, 2011, 6pm to 11pm If you have any questions, feel free to send me an e-mail. Thank you, Henrique "nican" Polido.

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Re: [Wlug] [OT] Internet Service Provider
by Steven Greenberg Nov. 25, 2011

Nov. 25, 2011

Since Charter's modem is intended to connect to an Ethernet network and you wireless router is intended to connect to an ethernet network, then all should work fine together. That is the benefit of a standard. /Steve -- Steven Greenberg Email: steve(a)ssgreenberg.name 251 Holland Rd. Phone: (774)241-0095 Fiskdale, Massachusetts 01518-1231 Web: http://www.ssgreenberg.name Other Email: s.greenberg(a)ieee.org ssg(a)alum.mit.edu

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Re: [Wlug] [OT] Internet Service Provider
by Steven Greenberg Nov. 24, 2011

Nov. 24, 2011

I am happy with Charter. I use their Modem, but my own wireless router. I can't get Verizon DSL out here in the boondocks, so once I went with Charter for the internet, I did the phone with them, too. /Steve -- Steven Greenberg Email: steve(a)ssgreenberg.name 251 Holland Rd. Phone: (774)241-0095 Fiskdale, Massachusetts 01518-1231 Web: http://www.ssgreenberg.name Other Email: s.greenberg(a)ieee.org ssg(a)alum.mit.edu

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Sr Software Engineer - C/Linux - perm in Cambridge area
by John Spencer Nov. 16, 2011

Nov. 16, 2011

We have an opening for a Sr Software Engineer. This is a perm position for a sharp engineer with 7-10+ yrs of experience. Our client is looking for a well rounded Sr Software Engineer that is interested in working in a collaborative environment. Must have strong C programming skills. C++ and Java are a plus Must have strong Linux background and experience Systems software experience is needed Ability to come up to speed quickly and desire to work on a variety of projects and technology Experience working in an Agile environment is a plus. Please send resumes and any questions to the email address below. Regards, John Spencer Connected Systems Partners Connecting Top Talent with Top Companies 978-455-5550 x208 978-621-9743 cell jspencer(a)connectedsp.com www.connectedsp.com<http://www.connectedsp.com> GET CONNECTED! All information in this email is considered confidential and intended for the view and use of the recipient(s) only.

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jQuery help?
by John Stoffel Nov. 15, 2011

Nov. 15, 2011

Anyone using jQuery (javascript) to program some client side elements in a web page? For example, I'm looking to have a drop down with a vary number of records to display on a page, and I want to update the display without reloading the page. So I'm playing with using 'Mojolicious::Lite' and some jQuery, but I'm hitting some brick walls. Anyone care to look at this code below and tell me why I don't see my selected values from the two different <select> pairs showing up in the named <div> pairs? #!/usr/bin/perl # Based on: http://api.jquery.com/change/ use Mojolicious::Lite; get '/top' => sub { my $self = shift; $self->stash(x => 10); $self->render('top'); }; app->secret('sweets'); app->start; __DATA__ @@ top.html.ep % title "jQuery dropdown select tests"; % layout "head"; <select name="sweets" multiple="multiple"> <option>Chocolate</option> <option selected="selected">Candy</option> <option>Taffy</option> <option selected="selected">Caramel</option> <option>Fudge</option> <option>Cookie</option> </select> <div id="sweets"></div> <script type="text/javascript"> $("select").change(function () { var strstr = ""; $("select option:selected").each(function () { strstr += $(this).text() + " "; }); $("div#sweets").text(strstr); }) .change(); </script> <hr> <select name="trees"> <option>Oak</option> <option selected="selected">Beech</option> <option>Pine</option> <option>Ash</option> <option>Willow</option> <option>Elm</option> </select> <script type="text/javascript"> $("select").change(function () { var str = ""; $("select option:selected").each(function () { str += $(this).text() + " "; }); $("div#trees").value(str); }) .change(); </script> <div id="trees"></div> @@ head.html.ep <!DOCTYPE html> <html> <head> <title> <%= $title %> </title> <style> div { color:red; } </style> <script src="http://code.jquery.com/jquery-latest.js"></script> </head> <body> <%= content %? </body> </html> --

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