Stupid Question of the Week.

Ok, I hesitate to ask this, but for the sake of efficiency (not wanting to peruse the manual at this time).... here goes...
I want to change the density, and/or color balance, (or whatever) on 100 images simultaneously.... is there a method of doing this in Aperture. I don't want to click (stamp) all 100 images.
Thanks for any replies.
Dual 2.7 GHz 5.5 Gig RAM / Mac Pro 2.66 - 4 Gig RAM Mac OS X (10.4.6)

Select all the images you want to edit and use the Stamp menu item (Command-Shift-V) to stamp them all at the same time with whatever items are currently checked in the Lift and Stamp HUD (the HUD doesn't have to be visible to use this method), or use the "Stamp Selected Images" in the Lift and Stamp HUD to stamp all the selected images.
I have to say the Lift and Stamp tool is an AMAZING time saver! Setting white balance for a thousand images? Click, done. Simple.

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Trying to run code from this weeks question of the week

i've copied the code from this weeks question of the week "sending an http req from a normal class." when i compile it everything looks fine. i've installed tomcat and it works. so i guess i am confused as to where i put the servlet class file??? and do i need to change a web.xml file?
any help would be appreciated,
erik

for simplicity i just put Hello.class and HelloServlet.class in C:\tomcat\webapps\ROOT\WEB-INF\classes. i still cannot get this to work. here are my source files:
Hello.java:
import java.net.*;
import java.util.*;
import java.io.*;
public class Hello {
public static void main(String args[]) {
ObjectInputStream is;
URL url;
String uri =
"http://localhost:8080/HelloServlet";
HashMap hash = new HashMap();
try {
//calling the servlet by passing params
url = new URL(uri + "?&name=MyName&age=25");
// open input stream and read the hashmap
// returned by the servlet
is = new ObjectInputStream(url.openStream());
hash = (HashMap) is.readObject();
// print it out
System.out.println(hash);
} catch (Exception e) {
e.printStackTrace(System.err);
HelloServlet.java:
import java.util.HashMap;
import java.io.*;
import javax.servlet.*;
import javax.servlet.http.*;
import javax.servlet.http.HttpServletRequest;
import javax.servlet.http.HttpServletResponse;
public class HelloServlet extends HttpServlet {
public void service(HttpServletRequest request,
HttpServletResponse response)
throws ServletException, IOException {
     // getting the parameters
String name = request.getParameter("name");
String age = request.getParameter("age");
     //putting them in a hashmap
HashMap hm = new HashMap();
hm.put("name", name);
hm.put("age", age);
     //returning them
try {
ObjectOutputStream p = new
     ObjectOutputStream(response.getOutputStream());
p.writeObject(hm);
p.flush();
p.close();
}catch (Exception e) {
e.printStackTrace();
can anyone see a problem. this code is supposed to be run from the command line. and i am doing that.
thanks for the help,
erik

Stupid questions on the ipod mini.....

I have an old ipod mini from 6 years ago. I haven't used it since I got it. Since I'm going to work out, I wanted to take it and listen while I'm exercising....
Stupid question number one
1. Can you hear music without using earphones? Or do you have to use a docking system???? Is everything with head/earphones?
2. The earphones that came with it, fall out of my ears..... what gives? Can anyone make a suggestion about headphones that you don't have to stick in the ear canal... but aren't cumbersome???? I need some suggestions, else the whole ipod experience is a waste
3. am I stupid for staying with a vintage ipod mini, instead of getting an ipod touch or traditional ipod that's newer? Are they easier to use?
All I really do is make playlists on itunes, and maybe a short download of a radio show or something like that..... What's the advantages of Ipod touch vs traditional Ipods?

1. No. You can hook it up to a docking station or use headphones/earbuds.
2. Everybody's ears are shaped different and so a one size doesn't fit all. I don't have any particular suggestions though. I would look on Amazon's site for an extensive list of possibilities.
3. Not at all. If it still works, why quit using it or buy a new one? Wouldn't make any sense! The advantage of the iPod Touch is that it has much more capability compared to other models in that it can download and play Apps as well as a number of other things.
B-rock

This is the noob question of the week regarding gdm

I am no linux noob per se. but i did something really really stupid just now.
started with a fresh install of arch, added e17 and gdm.
wait...did i forget something? but of course! create a non-root user. so anywho. now gdm is installed and comes up automatically on boot.
the problem: i have only a root user as of right now and gdm does not allow root logins by default. pressing ALT+CTRL+BACKSPACE quits gdm alright, but it just keeps restarting and restarting. doing killall gdm also fails to do the trick.
so pretty much... i can't log in. of course i need to create a nonroot user, but first i must figure out how to kill gdm so i have room to work.
i am thinking running a livecd (gentoo maybe?) and then chroot and edit the rc.conf so gdm does not come on automatically. then reboot into arch, create user, edit rc.conf to start gdm once again. reboot once again and login with user, but i am sure there is a less drastic measure out there somewhere i can take.
PS: i installed madwifi-ng from svn just fine, but i cant seem to find wireless-tools (at least pacman doesn't install it)... and i kinda need them, how do i go about setting them up?
and why am i using gdm when i can be using entrance? hell. you got me there. i really dont know.

munkymonk wrote:the problem: i have only a root user as of right now and gdm does not allow root logins by default.
You can set gdm from the main screen to accept a root login by going to the configure options. The exact heading it is under will depend upon the gdm style you are using (usually under the "Actions" category). It will require your root pass to access but after that just goto the appropriate tab and tick where needed. Also, you can Alt + Ctrl + F1 to exit X and get to a command prompt where you can set up your user as desired.

Knuckleheaded Alpha Channel Question of the Week

OK...I rarely monkey around in Motion, but I have amazingly just created about 10 different animated versions of my client's logo for use in various films (cut in SD in FCP). I need to be able to library these rascals so I can just drop them into FCP when I need them.
However, and here is where the knucklehead deal enters the picture.
I am baffled as to how to export the logos out of Motion so there is no black background! I want to create a QT file of each version that I can library and then import into FCP. I have already checked the all of the Alpha channel questions dealing with this issue and the answers are like me and algebra in the 7th grade...huh?
Can somebody give me the kindergarten version of how to get rid of the black background behind my little purple animated logo.
Thanks in advance and I promise to close Motion and step away from the keyboard as soon as one of you mavens helps me solve my little non power user dilemma.

Easiest would be not to export at all, but save a different project file for each version - then just bring the Motion project file into FCP. As long as you have set the background to be transparent (Edit > Project Properties), then the project file will have transparency.
If you want to export, you need to choose a codec that supports an alpha channel, such as Animation or PNG.

A stupid question about the new mac pro

I know the mac pro has dual ethernet ports, but does it also have wifi built in? Or do I actually have to plug it tonto my router? Sorry for the perhaps obvious question.
PS. As a point of interest, I received mine yesterday. There was NOTHING inside of the box except for the cpu. I know the docs will be already installed on the cpu along with my purchase of Final Effex Pro X. It just took me by surprise is all. Now my next problem is trying to take my time and relish the exciting setup today. Unfortunately, I have compression fractures in my lower back from this last snow storm, so my enjoyment will be bitter sweet.
Thanks for you help.
---jerry

From the product page (http://www.apple.com/mac-pro/specs/):
Wireless: 802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking;3 IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compatible
and
In the box: Mac Pro, power cord
So, yes, it does have Wi-Fi. However, you are likely to get better local network performance with a gigabit ethernet cable and a gigabit ethernet switch (assuming you have other local gigabit devices similarly connected).
For many years, Apple has been cutting down on the amount of hardcopy documentation shipped with products. Two years ago, my MacBook Pro came with a tiny booklet that was little more than how to plug it in and turn it on, an equally tiny warranty booklet, and some logo stickers. I'm only a little surprised to hear they are now down to zero paper shipped.

Stupid Question of the Day: What is the name of your kernel library?

<Standard intro>
As information, I have been away from SAP and basis for about four years. Due to personnel changes, I'm now returning to it. During the interim, we upgraded from version 4.0B to "SAP R/3 ENTERPRISE 47X110" (according to the system information on SMP). We have some out-dated kernel issues and I am trying to work through them as best and as quickly as I can.
</Standard intro>
We have several different kernel libraries on our system. I'd like to know which ones I can delete so that I can prepare to upgrade from 6.20 to 6.40 (yeah, we are that far behind).
So, my question is:
For a particular instance, how do you tell which kernel library is currently applied?
Thanks in advance,
Robert

We have some errors occurring during our startup process.
I should mention that this system started out as an IBM RRR (Ready to Run) system many years ago. The RRR library still exists and is still used in some places and I am still trying to get all of the hooks out so that I can delete it completely.
In the meantime, if anyone from SAP is monitoring this forum, I would appreciate the source code for the R3INLPGM--pseudo code is fine if you don't want to release the real thing. I just need to know what it is doing because something is not right.
Thanks!
Robert

My dumb question of the week

I recorded audio tracks and processed them using Bias Peak. However, when I add two of the tracks to garageband and play them. The sound is lower and deeper than what I recorded them at. In affect I have a much deeper voice and it is a slower speech pattern. The audio track (s) there are two sound perfect when played back in Quicktime. Other tracks that I imported to GB work just fine.
This one has me stumped - any ideas???

From HangTime's FAQ:
Set iTunes’ Importing preference to AIFF, 44.1k, 16-bit. With the name selected in the iTunes window choose Convert to AIFF from under the Advanced menu.
When the conversion is done a new file will be created and listed in the iTunes window (Convert doesn’t actually convert, it recreates in the new format). Select this new iTunes song and chose Show Song File from under the File menu. Drag this file into your GarageBand Timeline and it will play fine.

Dumb question of the week...

how do i remove songs from my i-pod? i've looked at the manual and it doesn't make any sense to me...

There are several methods of deleting songs from the iPod and/or iTunes, and the method you choose depends on the settings you have selected for your iPod.
If you have the iPod set to automatically transfer songs, and you no longer want a copy of those songs on either the iPod or in iTunes, simply delete the songs in iTunes. Highlight the songs you no longer want then right click and select "clear", or from the edit menu select "clear". Next time you connect the iPod, the songs will be deleted from there also.
Only do this if you no longer want the songs on both the iPod and your computer.
You can also use the "only update checked songs" method in the iPod options (right click on the iPod in the source list in iTunes and select options, then select "only update checked songs"). With this preference checked, you can remove the check mark from the songs in iTunes that you no longer want on the iPod. The next time you connect the iPod, those unchecked songs will be removed from the iPod whilst still being retained in iTunes. You can check and uncheck songs as you change your mind about what songs you want to put on the iPod. Songs that have no check mark against them will be skipped over when played back in iTunes.
If you have the iPod set to manually manage your songs, and you want to delete the song from the iPod only, then select the iPod in the source list of iTunes, or click on the "music" option underneath it to show all your songs. Highlight the song(s) you no longer want on the iPod, right click and select "clear", or use the edit menu as previously mentioned.
This method only deletes the songs from the iPod, so if you no longer want the song in iTunes also, you'll need to delete it from there separately using the method above.
If you are using iTunes version 7 or later, all these settings can be found in the summary screen.
If you want to delete everything from the iPod and completely erase the hard drive and start from scratch, then you can restore the iPod to factory settings.
Only do this if you have the songs in your iTunes library, or a back up somewhere other than the iPod itself.

Another STUPID question from the Hoss; Firmware updating , Yes or No?

I've gotten conflicting input from persons whom I consider to be far more Knowledgeable in their Geekness than am I.
Let me lead off by saying that they are ALL very long-term Mac-ers, these are the people who convinced me to dive into Lake Cuppertino!
One "faction" advises to NOT install the firmware updates, that they are a risky proposition, that the computer is best off with the firmware installed with it's build.
The other group says that Apple wouldn't encourage us to update the firmeware if it wasn't safe and good and generally wholesome for our computers.
My experience with this thus far; The ONE time I did be all brave and studly and do the firmware update, it froze my computer so badly that I ended up having to make the 90-minute,(one way), journey to the Apple store and hand it over to the resident Genius.
Fortunately, it was the 15 minute fix, as opposed to the alternate possibility, which requires, apparently, 3 days.
So I was left with the feeling that the nay-sayers are indeed correct.
And I have some trepidation in risking it again, because I REALLY REALLY need my 'puter working, don't have so much time for driving a majillion miles to get, either a 15 minute, or a,(possibly), 3 days fix.
What can you folks tell me about this?
Does a significant interval between the inception firmware and the update you finally decide to install exacerbate the risky-ness of doing it?
Is there a point where you absolutely MUST update the firmware?
What causes the brick-ness after the install?
I am certain that there are MANY differing opinions and experiences.
I will appreciate any responses that may help to make this all clearer to me!
THANKS, And CHEERS!

More than likely because they got bit when doing one or are paranoid from reading these "emergency room" episodes. That's the beauty of having multiple, bootable clones. You can do the updates on one and test to see if there are any pitfalls. This is my standard advice before updating/upgrading/installing new stuff.
Get a bootable, external HD (preferably FireWire, since it's 40-50% faster than USB 2 and designed for data transfers), make a bootable backup/clone before updating/upgrading, and ensure that it's bootable and works like the original. That allows you to revert to the previous good state without having to reinstall or reset anything. See these for details:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=106941
http://www.macmaps.com/upgradefaq.html
http://www.macmaps.com/backup.html
http://www.thexlab.com/faqs/installswupdates.html
http://www.thexlab.com/faqs/backuprecovery.html
If you only have a Time Machine backup, ensure that you can reliably restore it to another disk/volume/partition before updating/upgrading.

Stupid question about the timeline

Hey all,
Having a Monday morning brain cramp and can't find this anywhere, but does anyone know if there is a way to stop the timeline from doing a continuous playback...so that when it gets to the end it just stops and doesn't go back to the beginning?
Thanks,
Jonathan

D'oh! The one place I didn't check...the "view" menu. Looked in the preferences, tried the manual (guess I didn't enter the right keywords). Points on a first-post basis.
Dee dee dee!
Jonathan

Stupid question about the layn

How the heck do you hook it to the unit'sThanks

Hmmm... I've got a Zen Micro, MicroPhoto and MuVo TX FM, but not a Zen V Plus. :|
Maybe it'll use a similar procedure. This is for the Zen Micro. The Zen V Plus is probably a little different.
? scroll to FM Radio
? select the Menu [on the Zen Micro, it's the the lower right button]
? select Autoscan [you might have to select Yes to start it]
? Autoscan will save the strongest 32 stations it finds in in your location
? scroll through the presets it finds to chose your stations
? you can also manually run through the FM frequencies to find your stations
? if you want to save a station, click the Menu, select Save As Preset
? you can also delete Presets from the Menu
I usually hit Autoscan and then delete the ones I don't want. You can name the presets through the Menu too.

Really stupid question - Migrating from 6i to 11g

Hi all,
I'm a developer that have been working with oracle since Forms 3, right now I use Forms 6i and I would like to know what I need to use Forms 11g. I understand this new environment is web based, but to start developing and deploying, what I need? for example if I buy the Oracle Forms & Report 11g, I also will need the OAS? or just with Forms and Report I could deploy (somehow) the application?
Please don't flame me, I just want to understand how this works now.
Best Regards

As my old college profession used to say - "The only stupid question is the one that doesn't get asked!" Forms 11g only supports web deployment. This means you will need the OAS with the Forms and Reports Services installed as well. Typically, the setup is three tiered ( 1 server = Database, 1 server = Application Server, 1 server = Infrastructure server ). You don't have to set up the technology stack multitiered - all three could reside on the same server or you could have the all three on the same machine but is not recommended. I would at least have the database on a server seperate from OAS.
Here are a few links to get you started.
Oracle Documentation
* Check out: Development Tools - Oracle Forms, Middleware - Applications Server - Oracle Fusion Middleware 11g and Middleware - Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence - Oracle Reports
Since you will be upgrading from Forms 6i to 11g, be sure to visit the Oracle Forms-Upgrading Forms 6i to Forms 11g documentation.
BTW, welcome to the forums!
Craig
If a response is helpful or correct, please mark it accordingly.
Edited by: CraigB on May 6, 2010 2:09 PM

This is a stupid question but I needed to ask because I don't want to go there and not being able to buy it, but can I get the iPhone 5 brought straight there when I go to an apple store?

This is a stupid question but I needed to ask because I don't want to go there and not being able to buy it, but can I get the iPhone 5 brought straight there when I go to an apple store?

And I meant go to the apple store physically without preordering it online, and I meant the Southampton one. So could I just stroll in apple store and buy a iPhone 5 in Southampton apple store and buy the iPhone 5 straight away? Because I didn't want to have to wait? I just want to go in and buy it and go out with it, if you guys get what I mean? And felipeV if it is in stock could I just buy it and leave with my iPhone 5?

Days of the week - Newbie question

Please excuse my question as it is probably very elementary and basic to all of you, but I am just getting started learning how to use Numbers and have run into a question that I can't find an answer for in the books or on the tutorials.
I want to have a column with the days of the week (Mon, Tues...) to automatically update as I proceed down the rows of data. I can not come up with the proper formula or the proper way to express a formula to make it perform that task. Any help would be appreciated.
This isn't as important as most of your things since I'm retired and just using this for my personal enjoyment, but I'm sure learning a lot! Thanks, John.

Type Monday in one row, Tuesday in the row below it. Select both. Drag down on the little circle in the bottom right of the selection box. It will fill in the rest of the days.
A second way to do it would be using the DAYNAME formula. You will have to modify the formula depending on which row you start in but it is basically this:
=DAYNAME(ROW()-1)
Change the "-1" to whatever value that makes ROW()+value = 2 (assuming you want to start with Monday)
EDIT: You did not specify if you only wanted monday through Friday. The methods above assume you want every day of the week.
In the first method, if you only want Monday-Friday, type all the days of the week in consecutive rows, select all five cells, copy them to the next five rows, select all ten cells, then drag down. For the other method the formula will be something like
=DAYNAME(MOD(ROW()-1,5)+2)
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