pg_config package; path to pg_config bugzilla
Mar 9th
I was trying to install Bugzilla and encountered this issue; After a couple minutes making sure I had things in order, I discovered I was missing the postgresql-server-dev-X.X (where X.X is postgresql version for your distribution repository if you didn’t roll your own).
If you are using your distribution’s packaged version of the PostgreSQL server, More >
Introducing Techish.net Forums!
Mar 9th
I have opened up the forums to the general public. This is a new addition which I hope will grow. Currently there is one forum that deals with Malware/Spyware/Adware etc. If you would like to see more forums for specific topics such as Linux, scripting, programming, troubleshooting, maintenance, etc. drop a comment here.
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Windows XP Home GPEdit.msc (Group Policy Editor)
Mar 8th
Group Policy Editor (GPEdit.msc) is not supported in Windows XP Home Edition as this version is not intended for entry into a domain.
Here is a tool from Doug Knox that will help with a few of the common lock-down tasks:
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
Screenshots Here
Cannot Open Any Files (EXE association corrupted) “Open With”
Mar 5th
If you try to open an EXE file and get an “Open With” dialog box, the below information may be helpful to you…
I have documented some methods of fixing EXE associations.
Programs Used
REGEDIT
REG
Start Registry Editor (REGEDIT)
Method 1
Start -> Run, type c:\windows\system32\regedit.exe click OK.
If that opens the Registry Editor, we’ve gotten through half the battle that More >
Microsoft TechNeT WIKI Coming Soon…
Feb 25th
Original Blog: http://blogs.technet.com/keithcombs/archive/2010/02/23/technet-2-0-episode-6-wiki.aspx
Later this year TechNet and the Server & Cloud Division will partner to launch the new TechNet Wiki.
There are a number of interesting features that are part of the Wiki implementation. You’ll notice a very visible tag cloud. If the pic is hard to read, click it or any of More >
Fake Antivirus: What a pain.
Feb 22nd
Windows XP ONLY
A recent explosion of help requests for Fake AV infection removal has been making an appearance to my inbox, IM, etc. One thing about Social Networking: You’re always available. (LOL).
I wrote a quick batch script that will try to thwart most of the lame fake antivirus malware and hopefully get a good quick More >
Techish.net QR Code
Feb 20th
http://chart.apis.google.com/chart?chs=250×250&cht=qr&chl=http://www.techish.net/
More from Google here: http://code.google.com/apis/chart/docs/gallery/qr_codes.html
Wikipedia Entry Below:
Although initially used for tracking parts in vehicle manufacturing, QR Codes are now used in a much broader context, including both commercial tracking applications and convenience-oriented applications aimed at mobile phone users (known as mobile tagging).
QR Codes storing addresses and URLs may appear in magazines, on More >
Adobe Reader: Bloatware
Feb 19th
After reading Alex Verboon’s post about Adobe PDF Reader having such a huge footprint, I decided to remove the junk and go with Foxit PDF Reader. I have used Foxit before, but I think I’ve just been being ignorant lately. Look at the huge footprint for Adobe PDF Reader. 211MB compared to about 6MB for More >
Network Diagnostics in Windows XP
Feb 18th
Source: Microsoft KB914440
Microsoft offers a basic network diagnostic tool built-in to windows called “xpnetdiag.exe“.
To diagnose network connectivity status, the Network Diagnostics for Windows XP tool analyzes the following tests:
IP configuration test
Default gateway test
Winsock test
DNS test
Firewall test
Internet connectivity validation test
To run the program, simply click on Start -> Run and type: %windir%\network diagnostic\xpnetdiag.exe
If More >
Change Analysis Diagnostic Tool for Windows XP
Feb 18th
Source: Microsoft KB92473
Another interesting tool I came across called “Change Analysis Diagnostic Tool for Windows XP”. You can download the tool directly from Microsoft’s website. This tool provides an easy way to track changes to certain parts of the operating system. The tool lets support professionals better understand the modifications to users’ computers More >