2009 1

Ubuntu 8.10 on a Dell Latitude D420

Here’s the fastest way I’ve found to install Ubuntu on a USB flash drive, for my Dell Latitude D420. (Pendrivelinux.com is a great resource for this sort of thing.) Ingredients One large USB flash drive like this one. Not less than 4GB. I’d suggest 8GB or more One CD (not a DVD) Ubuntu 8.10 desktop CD ISO IMGBurn or any other CD burning software Direct Internet via LAN cable (without proxy, without wireless) Installation ...

2002 3

Netscape 7.01

Netscape 7.01 is out. Preview release, mind. No, I haven’t tested it yet. Awaiting reviews. (24 May: No reason to switch)

Nokia codes

Nokia codes (works on my 3310) *#war0anty# Warranty details *3370# Better sound, drains battery #3370# Deactivates above *#0000# Software version *#06# IMEI number *#sim0clock# Allow simclock stoppage *3001#12345# Enables field test mode, other options *#92702689# System menu BPL Mobile Call Divert options **67*700# If number is busy **62*700# If number is unreachable **61*700nn# If no reply for nn seconds **21*700# All calls ##002# Cancel all call diverts

2001 3

Old versions of programs

Archives of old versions of programs. As opposed to Beta versions.

Acrobat reader 5

Acrobat Reader 5 is out. Nothing great, unless you have a Palmtop, or use Asian characters.