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Date: Fri, 24 Jun 2011 22:57:40 +0000 (UTC)
From: richgr@panix.com (Rich Greenberg)
To: telecomdigestmoderator.remove-this@and-this-too.telecom-digest.org.
Subject: Re: Flash Exploits on the Loose: Update Now
Message-ID: <iu34p4$327$1@reader1.panix.com>
In article <siegman-0A47CF.07480424062011@bmedcfsc-srv02.tufts.ad.tufts.edu>,
AES <siegman@stanford.edu> wrote:
>In article <p06240825ca28f1a4ed9b@[10.0.1.6]>,
> Monty Solomon <monty@roscom.com> wrote:
>
>> Flash Exploits on the Loose: Update Now
>> It is Critical You Update Your Adobe Flash Player
>>
>> Hopefully you noticed that earlier in the week Adobe issued multiple
>> security updates, which included an update for Adobe Flash Player
>
>> If you run a version of Adobe Flash that is older than
>> 10.3.181.26 (or 10.3.181.24 for Android), then is is absolutely
>> critical that you update your Flash Player.
>
>
>Where does a nervous novice find Adobe Flash Player (or a relevant Adobe
>Updater) on his Mac, so he can start them up and check for updates and
>version numbers?
I don't know if it will work on a mac (I suspect it will, but...) you
can browse to:
http://www.adobe.com/software/flash/about/
and for windows, that page will identify the current level and direct
you to an update source.
--
Rich Greenberg Sarasota, FL, USA richgr atsign panix.com + 1 941 378 2097
Eastern time. N6LRT I speak for myself & my dogs only. VM'er since CP-67
Canines: Val, Red, Shasta, Zero & Casey (At the bridge) Owner:Chinook-L
Canines: Red & Cinnar (Siberians) Retired at the beach Asst Owner:Sibernet-L
***** Moderator's Note *****
Rich, thanks for your help!
Bill Horne
Moderator
Date: Sun, 26 Jun 2011 09:11:31 -0700
From: Steven <diespammers@ikillspammers.com>
To: telecomdigestmoderator.remove-this@and-this-too.telecom-digest.org.
Subject: Re: Flash Exploits on the Loose: Update Now
Message-ID: <iu7lnk$pga$1@dont-email.me>
On 6/24/11 3:57 PM, Rich Greenberg wrote:
> In article<siegman-0A47CF.07480424062011@bmedcfsc-srv02.tufts.ad.tufts.edu>,
> AES<siegman@stanford.edu> wrote:
>
>
> I don't know if it will work on a mac (I suspect it will, but...) you
> can browse to:
>
> http://www.adobe.com/software/flash/about/
>
> and for windows, that page will identify the current level and direct
> you to an update source.
>
If you have not found it here is a link, I has Macs and Flash Player
works just fine.
http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/internet_utilities/adobeflashplayer.html
--
The only good spammer is a dead one!! Have you hunted one down today?
(c) 2011 I Kill Spammers, Inc. A Rot in Hell Co.
Date: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 23:34:38 +0000 (UTC)
From: Colin <colin_sutton@ieee.org>
To: telecomdigestmoderator.remove-this@and-this-too.telecom-digest.org.
Subject: Re: Flash Exploits on the Loose: Update Now
Message-ID: <iu5rae$2flp$1@adenine.netfront.net>
AES <siegman@stanford.edu> wrote:
> In article <p06240825ca28f1a4ed9b@[10.0.1.6]>,
> Monty Solomon <monty@roscom.com> wrote:
>
>> Flash Exploits on the Loose: Update Now
>> It is Critical You Update Your Adobe Flash Player
>>
>> Hopefully you noticed that earlier in the week Adobe issued multiple
>> security updates, which included an update for Adobe Flash Player
>
>> If you run a version of Adobe Flash that is older than
>> 10.3.181.26 (or 10.3.181.24 for Android), then is is absolutely
>> critical that you update your Flash Player.
>
>
> Where does a nervous novice find Adobe Flash Player (or a relevant Adobe
> Updater) on his Mac, so he can start them up and check for updates and
> version numbers?
i have been using http://www.cnet.com/techtracker-free/ for a couple of
years on several macs all through the one account. I have not seen the need
to upgrade to a paid version. It notifies you when New application versions
appear; you still have the choice to ignore updates.
--
Colin
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Date: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 20:12:22 -0700 (PDT)
From: Lisa or Jeff <hancock4@bbs.cpcn.com>
To: telecomdigestmoderator.remove-this@and-this-too.telecom-digest.org.
Subject: Re: Battery power support today
Message-ID: <aaede84a-2238-4e22-9d4b-b0a618585e9f@t9g2000vbv.googlegroups.com>
On Jun 17, 8:15 pm, David Lesher <wb8...@panix.com> wrote:
> {FIOS vs POTS} This is a valid issue. It's not helped by the
> fact that Verizontal tries to whitewash concerns with "no one
> will ever be dialtone-less" bell juice when we know the truth;
> no power, no talk.
I just want to note that when I talked to Verizon about FIOS, they
were crystal clear on two aspects: 1) a big ugly box is attached to
your house, and some people find those boxes objectionable, and 2)
they depend on a battery in case of commercial power failure and in an
extended power failure the battery will run out.
I forgot to ask if the battery runs down regardless if one is using
the phone, or only when the phone is in use.
***** Moderator's Note *****
The battery will discharge at a lower rate when you're not using the
phone, but as to how much time you'll save by staying on-hook, that
depends on how much power the electronics draw compared to how much it
takes to power the phone.
If you have a carbon microphone in your phone, the difference could be
appreciable, but most phones use less power-hungry components now.
Bill Horne
Moderator
Date: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 20:21:40 -0700 (PDT)
From: Lisa or Jeff <hancock4@bbs.cpcn.com>
To: telecomdigestmoderator.remove-this@and-this-too.telecom-digest.org.
Subject: Re: Battery power support today
Message-ID: <343284bf-681f-4599-abb3-8f26393bf02a@x10g2000vbl.googlegroups.com>
On Jun 18, 4:19 am, David Clayton <dcstarbox-use...@yahoo.com.au>
wrote:
> My question is based on the rapid changes in comms technology and the way
> we increasingly rely on 24/7 availability these days, you would think that
> this is the sort of thing that needs some solid quantification (is that a
> word?) of what works and what doesn't so we know if we building more or
> less resilient infrastructure.
I agree with [your statement about the] need [for] more quantification
of this issue.
But I want to note that the phone co long considered 24/7 availability
to be critical.
In a report describing a 1930s cutover from manual to dial, a
carefully worked out schedule was prepared to minimize downtime and
keep lines and trunks available for emergency calls. I was amazed at
the checklist and detail. The switchboard was not disconnected until
the last possible moment. If an emergency call happened to come
through the cutover was held until the emergency call was completed.
> I would have thought that this would be the sort of thing
> industry/governments would be finding out as a matter of urgency, or
> Universities would be pursuing as a matter of public importance
> (versus researching slight increases in cancer risks using
> cellphones, for instance).
Unfortunately, no one seems to be interested and the issue is taken
for granted.
Actually, I think the public has been "dumbed down" in expectations
over the last few lines. People seem to accept without complaint
cellphone cutoffs, poor quality connections, or no service. Doctors
are hard to get a hold of; they seem to dump urgent situations onto
911, even though one may be clearly ill, but not ill to require an
ambulance.
(Some health insurers provide a nurse consultation 24/7, I think
that's a good idea.)
Date: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 06:28:38 -0700 (PDT)
From: "John C. Fowler" <johnfpublic@yahoo.com>
To: telecomdigestmoderator.remove-this@and-this-too.telecom-digest.org.
Subject: Re: Flash Exploits on the Loose: Update Now
Message-ID: <1309008518.70679.YahooMailClassic@web34202.mail.mud.yahoo.com>
AES wrote:
> Where does a nervous novice find Adobe Flash Player (or a relevant Adobe
> Updater) on his Mac, so he can start them up and check for updates and
> version numbers?
My favorite place to check my Flash Player version is at Adobe's site:
http://www.adobe.com/software/flash/about/
This will tell you what version you are currently running, if you have
it installed at all, and the most recent versions for each of the
operating systems. If you see you need to upgrade, there is a link to
the download center.
Flash Player likes to check for its own updates, so don't be surprised
if you're already running the current version.
John C. Fowler, johnfpublic@yahoo.com
Date: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 23:22:51 -0500
From: "gsthurman" <gsthurman@aol.com>
To: telecomdigestmoderator.remove-this@and-this-too.telecom-digest.org.
Subject: NETTALK VOIP SERVICE
Message-ID: <vuyNp.48$Lq6.2@newsfe13.iad>
I along with a friend are considering getting a VOIP service called NETTALK.
He will use in place of his current Magic Jack, which he has several
problems with recently. If you are a user of NETTALK, I would like to ask a
favor of you. Magic Jack blocks calling to many locations here in the USA.
We are trying to see if NETTALK does the same thing. We would like for
someone who has NETTALK to call a few phone numbers I will send to you and
make a few test calls for us. Please contact me if you have NETTALK.
Thank you
GEORGE "SKIPPER" THURMAN
***** Moderator's Note *****
If this is a scam, it's a good one: Google didn't turn up any hits on
various phrases from the above post, so it's not velveeta AFAICT. Of
course, all the usual caveats apply.
Bill Horne
Moderator
From: "Ricardus" <richard_powderhill@btopenworld.com>
To: telecomdigestmoderator.remove-this@and-this-too.telecom-digest.org.
Subject: Re: Battery power support today
Message-ID: <0F083EA0E85A4CC684B9FE6853073300@RichardPC>
On Fri, 17 Jun 2011 21:21:02 -0700,
Bruce Bergman <brucebergman.remove-this@and-this-too.gmail.com> wrote:
> It is a nice idea, but not all that practical - you almost have to
> get (or build) a dedicated generator set to do this with. For
> openers, the engine has to hold 1800 or 3600 RPM, so the generator
> holds 60 Hz fairly closely - many electronic devices do NOT do well
> when the power input takes major voltage or frequency excursions.
> And that takes a purpose designed governo r system on the engine to
> apply throttle as necessary to hold the prime mover running speed in
> a very narrow range.
> [Moderator snip]
Will all concerned with power generators go to the Bedini website & give opinion?
Richard Powderhill
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