OS X 10.4.3 Becomes Confused

I have now had several instances in which OS X 10.4.3 seems to become dysfunctional after it has been up and running for a day or longer. It seems to prevent the correct application from executing. For instance, if you try to activate iTunes or Mail, Finder will activate instead. Sometimes, it is no longer possible to activate an application that is running, but minimized. The only way to correct this situation is to restart.
Has anyone else seen this condition, or know how to fix it?
Thanks -

Hi again, Dudley —
Thanks for your reply. Sorry about the questions and general troubleshooting ideas; I'm hoping to minimize making scattershot suggestions.
Nevertheless, here are a few ideas:
(a) If "not initially launching applications... is the problem," this may be a problem with the "Launch Services" API — specifically, potential corruption of your Launch Services database. If it is, rebuilding the Launch Services database may address it. Please refer to this recent thread for an ~easy way to do this.
(b) Dr. Smoke's Multiple applications... fail to launch FAQ may have some good suggestions — if it's applicable.
(c) Although it's a very specific case, the Apple KnowledgeBase Article Some application windows minimized to the Dock do not restore or update properly might possibly apply.
(d) If logging-in to a "test user" account indicates this is a problem that's restricted to your user account, please post back and we'll look in a different direction.
Meanwhile, I'll be thinking over why you "have to have [your] iMac G5 running for 24 hours or longer and have opened and closed lots of applications" to replicate the problem. That's puzzling to me... and vaguely suggestive of a potential hardware-related issue. Could it be related to your Energy Saver preference settings? Have you looked to see whether Activity Monitor or your Console logs provide any hints about what's happening at the specific times when this occurs?
Warm regards,
Dean

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Please substitute ) where you see smileywink: in the vbs scripts above - I can't get this forum window to stop automatically translating the " ) sequence of text (without a space) as an emoticon.
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If you set KeePass to lock when minimised, you will have to deal manually with the PM changed-password dialogue every time you re-access KeePass. So it is simpler to close rather than minimise KeePass after each use and restart it when needed, via the batch file.
(iii) You have to tell PM ‘No' whenever it offers to save an entry that is edited in KeePass. This is less of a nuisance, because entries rarely need to be edited once set up in Keepass. There is no way to turn off this requirement. If you select ‘Never' it will prevent use of PM and therefore fingerprint entry to start KeePass (not just the edit window).
(iv) Turn off internet login within PM. This will leave all internet logins to KeePass. Unfortunately you can not set PM to only allow a single program login (KeePass), but you can set it to exclude specific programs, so do that for other programs that you access via KeePass.
(v) Finally, set PM security within CSS so that a fingerprint (or a password if the fingerprint reader fails) is needed every time PM is launched (not just once per boot). Similarly, set KeePass security this way within PM. Otherwise (if you set the requirement to once per boot) your passwords are open to inspection while you are away from your booted computer.
Caution: How secure is your Windows login password? Most likely this is also your PM login password, so it now allows access to your KeePass database! Make sure that it is a unique, secure and preferably memorable password.
How close are we now to the desired combination of security and convenience?
Click on the KeePass shortcut to the batch file given above, swipe the fingerprint, wait while CSS works, then click on the relevant Keepass entry to access any password-protected site or application in your Keypass list - great convenience.
Security is very strong - both KeePass and PM are extremely secure unless you use a weak or insecure master password or select less secure settings.
Starting (or opening a locked instance of) KeePass without the batch file given above requires a couple of extra carefully-placed clicks in the process to tell PM not to mess up its entry for KeePass, then to complete KeePass startup. This is less convenient, and a mistake could prevent future database access - so the batch file method is recommended.
A final caution (while enjoying secure & convenient logins):
Beware - fingerprint access is so convenient that you may forget your master passwords! Eventually they will be needed! You may click the wrong button in PM, suffer a faulty fingerprint reader or change computers! Then you must recall your master passwords before you can access your password file (and possibly your computer). This could be devastating: loss of all secure password information in KeePass and PM (and possibly loss of all information on a protected computer drive, not to mention need to pay for a computer motherboard and HDD replacement). So:
1. Choose very secure but ‘unforgettable' master passwords for KeePass and computer (PM) access.
2. Always set up a secure master password as an alternative to biometric authentication (in case of a faulty fingerprint reader).
3. Keep your password database backups, and your separate master password backups, in another secure (preferably encrypted) but accessible location!
Program versions tested:
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The solutions were tested in November 2008 on a Thinkpad X61 running Windows Vista Business. The tricks to interface with KeePass can vary between fingerprint programs (search the KeePass forum).
Message Edited by r_g_b on 11-03-2008 07:01 PM
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I run Mail 3.3, with 10.5.4. I today just zeroed the drive and reinstalled.
As is typical, the only persisting issue is Mail. This is one issue I can't recall experiencing before, though.
I have mail that is addressed to two different email addresses - ending-up in the same Mail Inbox. I have trashed the .plist preference file, erased the account folders, and created new ones. So-far, the issue persists. The messages all show going to the username of the given mailbox in which they reside, but the address of some mail is for a different account.
Also, when I delete a message now, they don't go into Trash, but stay in the Inbox, and turn grey.
Anyone have any idea(s) on how I can correct this.

Hi again,
Mail has always worked superbly for me in all versions, including the current one, and I have 9 accounts.
Mail does not utilize the email address to construct the Username -- the Username of each account must be unique, even if from the same provider (in this case your ISP, apparently). The Username must be correctly entered and will in nearly all cases be the portion of the email address in front of the email address or the entire email address entered in the spot for Username. It does necessarily have to relate to the Login ID given to you by your ISP, although it might be the same for your primary email account if that Login ID is included in your email address. Mail only communicates with any mail server via the Username and Password you enter when setting up the account -- the email address entry can actually be different from that of the account, but then that would normally be problematic in that the From address would not be what you desire. But that is one way alias addressees are handled in Mail since you can have multiple addresses in the Email Address box.
Click on View in the menubar, and see if either Show Deleted Message or Hide Deleted Messages is presented in Black -- it so (and with your report it probably has Hide Deleted Messages) then the preferences have become confused at some point. I would change the Preference to Deselect moving deleted message to a separate folder, immediately Quit Mail, and then change the preference to again move them to a separate folder and test.
Ernie

Serious and rapidly increasing Customer Service Failures...

I have been a "Mercedes Plan/Equipment" user, since April, 2002.
I live in a rural area (Southeastern WA State), and the regional carrier was highly inadequate. I found Verizon to be a superior alternative.
My experience, led many of my fellow citizens (all 500) of us, to purchase Verizon service and phones.
Personally, my "problems" did not begin; until I moved to Whidbey Island, WA, in late 2005. I explored "plan options," with help from several CSP's, and my son in-law...who sold me the plan (he owned his own, independent store at the time).
Shortly after, I assume (I should have personally monitored my service plan more carefully, rather than trusting that Verizon would keep me advised of plan changes and new, improved plans...back when plans "got better; as opposed to worse!") several less expensive programs became available, to accommodate my needs. Believe it or not, I was paying nearly $500/month?!
Fortunately, in a "routine" call about reception problems, my CSP was SHOCKED to see what I was paying, versus what I was "using." She determined I had paid approximately $242/mo. more than necessary...for 13 months!! Yes, I feel quite the fool...
Verizon was unapologetic; but the CSP FOUGHT to get me at least one month's refund. Sigh...nearly $3000 into the funding of a rapidly deteriorating entity?!
Well, other than some incredibly helpful company store employees (who have become less and less able to assist?!), my "Verizon Experience" has progressively deteriorated into "Verizon Inexperience/Poor experience/Incompetence/Nightmare and FRUSTRATION!"
Anyone else "feel the pain," and sad to see the decline of this (unfortunately) near "monopolistic" entity?
Sigh, if only another carrier provided as strong a coverage map...with caring and competent customer service and support!!
I returned to my "little farm community" in mid-2009; where many of the people I had "sold" on Verizon, sought to "wring my neck!"
Verizon, in order to accommodate "commuter students and faculty" from several institutions of higher education in our area; put in a new, very powerful tower (primarily for data service) about 10 miles east of town.
This has DESTROYED voice service in our community. The good news is, data is actually quite good?!
Verizon has promised a solution (many of us complained...and continue to do so) and have been repeatedly "promised" a solution for 3.5 years.
It seems, since the wavelength for voice is shorter, it is more easily disrupted by obstacles; even weather.
Our phones, first seek a Verizon tower, then switch to a "roaming" tower, if the signal is poor. Unfortunately, just a minor movement of the phone can initiate this action...resulting in the phone becoming confused and dropping the call, or so badly degrading the transmission, it can't be understood.
Last week, in a conversation with a CSP; re, a different issue; I brought up the idea that Verizon should give us all "signal boosters." He kept reiterating I could buy one for $250, so I hung up!
This morning, I checked my Gmail Spam (not sure why I did?)...and discovered to emails from Verizon, sent to MULTIPLE email addresses(??), and regarding a phone number and RIDICULOUS amount of dollars paid on somebody's account?!
The emails appear to be 100% legit.
I am concerned that Verizon e-statements have been "hacked?!?!"
Gmail assures me, my account has not been "hacked."
I am enclosing a copy of the "SPAM" e-mail I received this morning; but with all references to multiple e-mails REMOVED.
PLEASE BE AWARE and VIGILANT!
This morning, I sent an "incensed" e-mail to Verizon...it might explain a bit more (it does NOT even include all the inconveniences) about my frustration.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
I am forwarding a copy of the e-mail, and a detailed list of problems to both the FCC and the FTC. It has been suggested that I acquire the services of an attorney...either as an individual, or perhaps, on behalf of the community.
Here is a copy of the e-mail, sent this morning:
{The continued demise of Verizon service, and increasing general incompetence; continue to amaze and frustrate.
Voice service from my home and hometown was "destroyed" in 2009, by a newly installed tower. Promises to repair have been bogus...most recently, a supposed agreement to add a translator or such, to local Inland Cell. tower. HAH!
I pay late every month...as part of my "protest."
Two years ago, YOU switched ownership of my plan; to a person that DID NOT EVEN EXIST! The "Carline *******" was close to that of my then 74 year-old sister, "Carolyn *******." In the process of solving the problem; the original call was "dropped" SIX TIMES! I had to get "Carolyn" on conference call (frightening and confusing her)...to get the account (opened under my name and Social Sec. number in 2002), switched back to me?! The inconvenience was increased, by having to create a BRAND NEW ACCOUNT and new billing cycle.
Last week, I noticed my brother, "Lester *****" has his phone, 509.951.****, STILL LISTED AS "CARLINE *******?!" A phone adviser promised to fix it; but as of yesterday (i reviewed my online statement) it appeared unchanged? I also told the poor young "pawn," Verizon should provide all local customers with free "signal boosters." Yeah, right! He continued to "recite his script;" about my "buying one"...so I hung-up on him.
Back in 2006, a phone adviser, identified that I had been sold the wrong plan...and had paid approx. $242/mo. too much, for 13 months?!
She was able to get me a refund of just "ONE MONTH." Thanks MUCH!
Today, I received in my SPAM Gmail (which I by chance checked); two e-mails from what appears to be Verizon? A "late notice," and a "notice of payment;" both sent to MULTIPLE ADDRESSES, and identifying the last four digits of a phone number I DO NOT RECOGNIZE. I am so sorry to be STUCK WITH VERIZON... THIS EMAIL, THE SPAM will all go to the FCC.
YOU'RE PATHETIC!!
Joseph A. *****}
509.951.****
If there are many of you out there, with similar struggles; perhaps we should "unite and fight?!"
Thanks,
why?777

Just to add to the mix.
We were told today that the wayleaves team had written to 1 of our neighbours asking for permissions and that they were awaiting their response. I have spoken to the neighbour in question (he works away from the poperty) and he has said that he has sent 2 replies already so where have they gone (sat on someones desk no doubt)? They also said they didn't need to contact the middle property as the connection would be overhead (complete rubbish as the lines here are underground). Although, I have subsequently contacted the middle property (who also live away, it's a holiday let) who have told me that they have received a letter from BT asking for their permission and they replied in earnest, and BT have replied to their reply acknowledging thier reply and sending them a cheque of £25 compensation.
Basically no one knows what is going on, and I don't know what to do....

Questions about using an external drive as my main drive

This topic has been addressed in discussion threads before, but I'm in search of a few details.
I have a Mac mini 1.42 combo, 512 mb RAM, with an external 250 gb MiniStack FW drive. The external FW drive spins at 7200 rpm, while the internal drive in the mini is a 4200 rpm model. Because of the higher disk speed, I'm considering making my external FW drive my main drive, then reformatting my mini's internal drive to use for backup purposes only. My backups to the mini's internal drive would be bootable, so I wouldn't have to have Tiger installed on the mini's internal drive.
Additionally, I've got my iTunes library on another partition on the same external FW drive. I'm really happy with the result of that move so far.
I've experimented a bit already. I've used SuperDuper to clone my mini's drive to a different partition on the external FW drive, and confirmed that I can boot from it using the external FW drive as my startup disk, so that's not an issue.
I'm planning to move over to the external FW drive and use that as my startup disk and main drive, but keep the mini's external drive as is for a while before I reformat it and use it strictly for backups. I've got some questions before I commit to this, though. (shudder!)
*Updates for applications and Tiger-If I continue to use Apple's Software Update to conduct my software upgrades, will it automatically update the applications on my external FW drive? I'm assuming that Software Update identifies the boot drive and the app's location before performing the update. I'm concerned that Software Update will become confused once it can't identify my mini's internal drive as the 'main' disk, and will lose the functionality to handle my updates.
*Default drives for other applications-For those of you that have already moved to an external disk as your main drive, did you have to change preferences in other apps (like the MS Office Suite) to tell them where to look for files and save new docs/save updated docs? I use Office a lot for a part-time job, and it would be a pain to have to manually update all that info.
*iTunes-As I've already stated, I've moved my iTunes music library over to a partition on my external FW drive and it's worked well so far. What concerns me is the funky way that Apple requires the iTunes management files and folders be on your main drive in your Home folder, but allows the music files to reside on a different disk. When iTunes needs to update itself, or manage the music library, is it going to be happy working from the home folder on the external disk, or will I have problems? In other words, as long as the iTunes management files are on my boot drive, am I OK?
Thanks for wading through this wordy post. If I decide to make the plunge, I'll report back to the list. I'm sure a bunch of mini owners are considering the move to external drives to boost performance. I love the machine, but I can always use more speed!
Mac Mini 1.42 Mac OS X (10.4.3) MiniStack 250 GB + Hub

No problem what so ever. I am not certain you will gain anything by it, though.

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