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RaGhul

Hi, guys!!

It's been a while, but I was hoping you all could check out my website and tell me what you think of it:

How's the layout?
What about the content?
Logo?
Like/hate it?

http://skeetabyte.com

Thx!!

RaGhul

Thanks for the responses, everyone. I'm still not sure which direction I'm going to go. I just recently found an "artist's conception" for Ubuntu Intrepid Ibex's new theme that gave me some inspiration. I may go with colors similar to that. I'm leaning more toward a "modern" look rather than a "fun"...

RaGhul

I know a little InnoSetup, but haven't really played with AutoIt.

I don't know how different they are, but I'd be willing to give it a try either way.

(Hey, I didn't know SQUAT about switchless installers a year ago. Now, I make my own packs, so...)

RaGhul

Hi guys!

I'm starting a new website, and I need help deciding on a logo.

I got 4 different versions here to choose from:
A,B,C, or D

Please vote, and if you have any suggestions (i.e., colors, font, or content ideas) please let me know.

Thanks!

RaGhul

Thx, Kel.

RaGhul

Kel, Thx for keeping up with this one. I still use it every time I update my XP disk! :wink: Could you update HashTab to 2.1? The new version has a handy little "drag-and-drop" function. It's the shiz-nit!! I thought of updating it myself, but I was afraid of possibly screwing up something in the "e...

RaGhul

Thanks for the responses, guys! @5eraph, Thanks for the poll. I didn't know it was that easy. (I know, I know... JFGI.) @roirraW "edor", MrNxDmx Although I agree that we all still use XP for performance, I still like to dress it up a "tiny" bit. I use VS themes because the performance hit - I believ...

RaGhul

I'd possibly like to turn this into a poll as well, if possible, but I don't know how. :( SP3... Good? Bad? Ugly? Seems that the reviews from end-users is mixed: Either they installed it without it hitch, or it gave them BSOD's and multiple errors. I'm thinking that most of the negative reviews are ...

RaGhul

Rick,

You're still keeping up with this? Can't believe it.
Thx, dude!!

RaGhul

Been away for awhile. Sorry to hear about your cousin. My father just passed away last November. All I can say is this: No one knows the future. Even the most faithful fear death, because none of us know with absolute certainty whether or not there is an afterlife. There is no proof. We DO know none...

RaGhul

Still at it?!?

Thanks SO much for keeping up with this. One of my favorite ADDONS.

RaGhul

I think RogueSpear pretty much explained my feelings on Vista back in post#4. (Very well-written, btw.) But, to sum it all up: No, it's not ME . But it's obviously not as good as people were expecting from a development cycle of 6 yrs . It's a "dressed-up" XP with less compatibility that hogs up mor...

RaGhul

Kel,

Glad to see you keeping up with this one. I know your "HUMONGOUS" packs are more popular (and therefore, get more attention), but it's nice to see you still updating for those of us who like it "lite".

RaGhul

Congrats on the Masters!!

RaGhul

@grief

Yeah, fanboys are funny, but still, it's SO true.

Not that I don't like Windows. I just know it could be better (which is what we do here at RyanVM)

And Vista is definitely a big step in the WRONG direction.

RaGhul

I voted "WHO CARES", although I agree with Ryan. As much as I like his and Xable's packs (and all the other ones here), it just doesn't compare to a Service Pack. It would be better. An Update Rollup isn't really any different than what we already have here. But, I'm not holding my breath. :wink:

RaGhul

Hehehe, I take it from your enthusiasm that you had never taken a look at his WGA addon before.

Well, if you say it's the bong, I'll bite. He makes some pretty good stuff, that Xable guy.

RaGhul

@Kel,

Xable just split up his "High Priority Light Update Pack". I always just integrated his pack (as it was), and also added your BareWGA Addon. Now, his WGA Addons are separated.

He's got 2 different addons, as you can see here: LINK

So, should I use yours, his, or both of them together?

RaGhul

Thx for keeping up with this, rick.

Nice new avatar, btw!!

RaGhul

Yup. Dead link. dgelwin?

RaGhul

Hey, ton80, looks like you've taken this thing over... so, why don't you post a new thread? I mean, it's yours now. Aserone hasn't posted here in over a year.

Just a thought.

RaGhul

I have experienced on multiple occasions on 2 different computers, Windows File Protection boxes appearing randomly, when the install has been slipstreamed with the alternative IE addon. I think this just confirms why those of us who disable SFC with nlite have no problems. And it WOULD make sense ...

RaGhul

Actually... no. I did not know that. Thx for the tip.

Maybe I could make an addon to do that automatically?

BTW, I always gut 'Automatic Updates' out of my XP anyways.

RaGhul

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think DirectX 10 is even compatible with WinXP, is it?

RaGhul

@DmX Glad I could help. First post looks MUCH better! Easier to read!! Just one thing to note. The following line should prolly be BOLD or something: If you're adventurous, go with the Alternative Addon. Otherwise, play it safe and go with the normal Addon. Since this really kinda 'sums it all up' ...

RaGhul

@ton80
Shanghai Solitaire is Mahjong? You're shittin' me.

Why the name change, DmX?

RaGhul

Point taken, Mitsuko. However, for most of us (I think ) the Alternative addon better represents what we are trying to achieve. Overwriting all of the files completely with Integrator most likely should be cleaner. The most popular addons here at RyanVM (for example, boooggy's WMP11 , Ryan's Update ...

RaGhul

No issues for me whatsoever. ;) I used Xable's Light Update Pack, disabled SFC with nlite, live install (not VMware.) I'm not sure where to look for that error log, but I don't really care. :P As far as I'm concerned, it's a 'non-issue'. How's this for a description: IE7 Regular Addon Totally safe. ...

RaGhul

@DmX
I hate to quote McDonald's but... "I'm lovin' it!"

Is it just me, or are the BlackSpin cursors MUCH improved this time around? Looks like they have better alpha-blending, more vibrant colors... and the transparent ones make my XP look better than Vista!!

Nice work, buddy!

RaGhul

@ccl0 No, not default. It just means that you'll be able to switch the cursors by going to the Control Panel, selecting 'Mouse', then the 'Pointers' tab. Otherwise, you'd have to add the cursors manually. If you want them as default, check this thread . @DmX Thx, dood!! (Help clear your head a littl...

RaGhul

Geez, I've noticed some downtime here and there, but not a whole lot really. But what I can say is that the bandwidth sure seems to have dropped lately. Sometimes, the page hangs for several seconds trying to post a reply. (I got 2Mbps.) They got you on some sort of a "bandwidth-share" thingy where ...

RaGhul

Oooooooooooooh, more purty stuff? Cool!!

C'mon, take a break from all that IE7 mess and add the cursors! It might help clear you head a bit.

RaGhul

Hehehe, um, err, thx benners ... But that's sounds like a nutty little ordeal for me to have to go through, especially since I don't know AutoIt, nor installing reg entries thru XP install. I mean, it looks like some fun stuff to play with when I get bored, but I really got too much goin' on right n...

RaGhul

I agree with you in this case, yet I do use boooggy's tweaked WMP11 addon. It guess it really depends on personal taste. How important are these little errors, really? I honestly don't know. But I think I've used boooggy's WMP addons in EVERY xp cd I've ever nlite'd. Are we just talking about cosme...

RaGhul

Well, that answers my previous question....

Thx, Rick!!

RaGhul

@DmX I hadn't checked this post in a few months, mainly because it's still listed as v1.7 However, I checked the MD5, and you did something to it 'cause they don't match. (Plus, I noticed that the first post was last edited Apr 08.) So, what did you change? [EDIT] Looks like the one I just downloade...

RaGhul

Thx, Kel. Appreciate this.

Hey, I know you tried.

Still, all I gotta do now (with this pack added on) is uncheck WGA when I go to MU, so... works for me!!

RaGhul

Alt addon replaces all files at same time of integration. Normal addon replaces all files except 7files (that i listed above) at same time of integration. Replaces remaining 7 at OOBE. So, basically, the 'Alt' addon is what you're shooting for, but w/o the errors, correct? I rip out OOBE with nlite...

RaGhul

Thx, Kel.

I did this myself (combining LE5.1 with shellstyles on Deviantart), but didn't make it an addon. I thought about it, but now I don't have to!! I have NO idea why that butthead tornado can't finish his damn theme!!

PS:
Mind if I use this in my VisualStyles pack?

RaGhul

Sorry for this post. I'm sure it's just to give Ryan/DmX a light headache, but... Some of this stuff is just WAY over my head, although I think I get the gist of it. The "normal" addon adds files to the XP disk, and the "alternate" overwrites them... (kinda like your Update Pack, right Ryan?) So wou...

RaGhul

I personally have only used VMware, but I like it so much, I wouldn't even THINK of using VPC. Plus, it's Microsoft, LOL. When I was having problems with nlite, VMware gave me the SAME EXACT ERRORS as I got when I installed it for real, so that won me over (and it saved me a SHITLOAD of 'silver beer...

RaGhul

Me likes!! Me likes!! And still ain't had a single problem, personally. I haven't tried any 'tweaks' yet, but I just might this month if I get bored enough. :P @MrNxDmX, I just wanted to express my thanks for all of your hard work on this addon. Like Ryan's Update Pack and Booogy's WMP11 Addon, this...

RaGhul

Three little words...

Mahjong, mahjong, mahjong!!

...and maybe Chess too!!

RaGhul

Thx, Xable.

You're always the first of the 3 to post for the month!!

To be honest, I was expecting it Tuesday or Wednesday. From what I read on a coupla security forums, I can only imagine the headaches that the new updates posed for everyone.

RaGhul

Actually, it's re-touched... but not much!! :D Everything in the pic is the same as the actual screen, save for the shark sign and red letters. :wink: Unfortunately, I've had 2 customers so far who insisted on installing Vista. First thing I learned to do was turn off UAC. I think you might also be ...

RaGhul

Wow!! I can't believe these AV/AS threads are still alive! @Fragbert, I was not aware that Symantec had a separate SAVCE app until reading here. I thought you were talking about Norton in the other thread. Good info. Nice to know! I still stand by NOD32, though. The mem footprint is just too much. C...

RaGhul

You're the second person to mention that one, Fragbert. And while I don't deny that Symantec IS a solid antivirus solution, it's a HUGE resource hogger. If you have a new pc, and don't run videogames, then I guess that's fine. I'd rather not deal with it, though, especially when you're at a customer...

RaGhul

"Holy thread revival, Bat--"
...wait a minute... sorry. It felt weird not having 'newsposter' hit me again with that lame crap.

SW Blaster seemed like the ticket to me, but every time I use it, I still get hit by 'ads.yieldmanager.net'

Hey, Kel, where can I download a custom blocklist?

RaGhul

@Kel

I like the 'screw' cursor in the screenshot in the first post. Where can I get it?

RaGhul

I was replying to this and Kels Lite Addons at the same time with 2 tabs. Must've gotten them mixed up.

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