Re: Scanning manuals so that text find / searching works

Posted on 2022-07-02, 14:04

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Archive.org can "derive" text in pdf images onto an OCR'd pdf. Can't vouch for it's accuracy as I haven't really done any comparison but judging by the old manuals I archived there, it does a pretty decent job. You won't have any options to pre-process the images (like straighten edges, cropping, …

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Re: Does this USB solution/thing still not exist?

Posted on 2022-06-15, 14:42

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Not as simple as a usb cable with a switch but there's something called a "forensic adapter" or "write blocker". There's a bit of a variety from function to price but in it's basic form, they just do that, write protect your media. Not all are OS agnostics, meaning, some will only be guaranteed to …

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Re: Interview with "last XP fan"

Posted on 2021-10-26, 20:21

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I kinda get disappointed when I run Kaspersky and go through the hassle of installing MalwareBytes just to have them find nothing.

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Re: Is this a decent PSU?

Posted on 2020-07-19, 10:56

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Also a good indicator is the fact that it can keep good voltages under load. It should output clean 5V/12V. If it's lower, say 4.7V/11.5V then it's not good. The proper way to actually test it would be connecting to an oscilloscope and check the ripple (noise) under load. Hmm, are the Bios reads …

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Re: Physical copies of PC games from ~2007 to 2012, and GFWL

Posted on 2020-05-30, 10:57

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If you have the CD Keys chances are you can redeem some of the games on newer services. Steam used to have a full list of supported game/keys format that you can use to grab a digital version on their platform but I can't find it anymore. The most recent version is still available though Internet …

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Re: Floppy disk imaging - what program to use?

Posted on 2020-05-30, 10:37

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You don't need a license for WinImage. The free version only lacks features you are not going to use anyway. It's what I'd recommend if you do the imaging on a Windows system. Get version 8.5, that was the best one (https://www.winimage.com/download/winima85.zip). OmniFlop is overkill for just …

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Re: The SD->CF->IDE nightmare

Posted on 2020-01-27, 22:32

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I have the exact same setup, though I haven't tried it yet. Bought the CF>IDE adapters to use with real CF cards but also got an mSD>CF to use on an old camera. My SD>CF adapter has trouble reading small size mSD cards but has no issues on larger capacity ones. It doesn't matter if I read it on the …

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Re: Welcome to the updated VOGONS

Posted on 2019-12-28, 11:29

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Everything's so huge even with the smallest font and space settings. Feels like a mobile version on the desktop. It also feels there's a lot of empty space, specially if a series of small posts are followed.

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Re: Game keys for free

Posted on 2019-12-28, 11:10

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I have Thief on my wishlist, if it's available I would like to have it, please. Don't have any keys to trade atm, I understand if you prefer to prioritize trading. Anyway, thanks for the giveaway.

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Re: what is this software?

Posted on 2019-11-08, 18:49

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Speedsys, also a very cool and popular benchmark. It will show a CPU score after a short moment, but has much more to offer, especially plotting nice graphs about memory, cache and hard drive performance. https://www.philscomputerlab.com/dos-benchmark-pack.html

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Re: 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 Moon Landing

Posted on 2019-07-21, 10:49

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I think that was the first time I actually saw an entire skit on one of his videos (tbh I didn't find them funny) but it's surprising to see so many people appraising it, I feel like I've missed a lot of good ones and kinda want to go back.

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Re: Need CDROM install diskette

Posted on 2019-07-20, 20:32

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Sound Blaster CD-Rom .IMA from a floppy I found recently: https://filebin.net/gw8xdmnplp7rjg6t

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Re: Lastest vídeo of LGR

Posted on 2019-07-17, 12:02

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They have. Clint says that in the video and even links to their FB group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/627459117730981/

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Re: PC asking to insert Windows98 disk

Posted on 2019-06-12, 13:37

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Or even simplier, just copy the contents of the cd-rom to the disc? That's how we used to install W98 back in the day (small shop), after a simple bootdisk boot.

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Re: what keyboard connector is this

Posted on 2019-04-02, 17:40

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I think I have one of those cables bit on the other end there's a plug similar to RJ45. Until now I thought it was an ethernet cable but makes more sense if it's a keyboard. It twists around like one and I got it on a joblot of keyboards, though all were ps/2s.

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Re: The Perfect computer case ?

Posted on 2019-03-04, 12:37

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I don't have much love for cases (nor HDD for that matter) so I'd rather go for functionality over authenticity. But since I got a Zenith Z-Station for 2 freaking euros and made it a dedicated DOS rig, I've grown to appreciate it. I can't probably fit more modern builds on them but I'd love to …

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Re: how to remove scratches from vintage microsoft mouse

Posted on 2019-02-01, 14:27

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The mouse from the left has a semi-glossy finish already but I agree the scratches are more noticeable because they're pretty dirty. Use a toothbrush and warm water+soap (or a soaked cloth) and give it a go. Probably retrobright them before (I'´'m in the process of doing the same for my serial mice( …

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Re: Common Problems with an IBM Model M keyboard? (Modded)

Posted on 2019-01-18, 13:48

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s it possible that model M keyboard used a different voltage that PS/2 connectors cannot supply? The one I use daily has some weird issues too and I suspected the same. In a normal boot, it'll freeze the computer (P4 3.0, 2GB, XPSP3) as soon as I press a key. I have to soft-reboot (CTRL-ALT-DEL) or …

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Re: Old hardware giveaway thread.

Posted on 2018-10-13, 17:42

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Re: How to get games which install with XCOPY to work - GUIDE

Posted on 2018-05-31, 10:41

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Going through my old .vfd archives (personal backups from my originals; not pirated versions), I found out that STEEL EMPIRE does rely on XCOPY to install. My workaround was simple: just monut the vfd files and xcopy'ing them using the XP Command prompt, Doxbox'ing the hdd folder for accurate …

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