computer illiterate

1luckydog · 10-23-2007, 02:01 PM

It took me 5 days (spare time) just to figure out how to post this message. Is there someone out there who can help me interact with this web site.
I've went 42 years without a computer, and even though I have one now it still has no appeal to me.

Thanks

BlueStreak · 10-23-2007, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by 1luckydog

It took me 5 days (spare time) just to figure out how to post this message. Is there someone out there who can help me interact with this web site.
I've went 42 years without a computer, and even though I have one now it still has no appeal to me.

Thanks

What kind of coumputer do you have? THis will help some decide if they can help or not.

artsmart · 10-23-2007, 02:09 PM

Hi there 1luckydog! Welcome to the forum and your new activity of interacting with a lot of helpful folks.

Computers are not as scary as they seem to be...the best thing to do is to just keep plugging along and not worry about messing up. You'll get the hang of it in no time. Its possible there is another fanatic close to you that can help as well.

Gina · 10-23-2007, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by artsmart

Hi there 1luckydog! Welcome to the forum and your new activity of interacting with a lot of helpful folks.

Computers are not as scary as they seem to be...the best thing to do is to just keep plugging along and not worry about messing up. You'll get the hang of it in no time. Its possible there is another fanatic close to you that can help as well.

I am completely self taught on the computer. All trial and error. Just keep playin'

1luckydog · 10-23-2007, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueStreak

What kind of coumputer do you have? THis will help some decide if they can help or not.

Wow! That was fast. It's a new 06 Hp w/windows vista.
I'd like to add a picture(s) & more info to my block but don't have a clue.

BlueStreak · 10-23-2007, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 1luckydog

Wow! That was fast. It's a new 06 Hp w/windows vista.
I'd like to add a picture(s) & more info to my block but don't have a clue.

Pictures are limited by size. If you make a post and scroll down past the "Submit" but you will find a button that says manage attachements in the box labled "additional options". You should be able to make any of your pictures comply by using the edit feature of the Microsoft Photo Editor whcih, I hope is still there in Vista. Good luck and hoping to see some pix soon.

PS. Welcome to the group from those of us out here in the smoky Left Coast.

RUN ROD RUN · 10-23-2007, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueStreak

Pictures are limited by size. If you make a post and scroll down past the "Submit" but you will find a button that says manage attachements in the box labled "additional options". You should be able to make any of your pictures comply by using the edit feature of the Microsoft Photo Editor whcih, I hope is still there in Vista. Good luck and hoping to see some pix soon.

PS. Welcome to the group from those of us out here in the smoky Left Coast.

Welcome.

Before you think about attaching pictures, you need to be a supporting member. Take your time and learn all the ropes about using the computer/internet before you worry about being a supporting member.

artsmart · 10-23-2007, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by RUN ROD RUN

Take your time and learn all the ropes about using the computer/internet before you worry about being a supporting member.

without being a supporting member, he won't be able to learn everything

DOOPHUS · 10-23-2007, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 1luckydog

It took me 5 days (spare time) just to figure out how to post this message. Is there someone out there who can help me interact with this web site.
I've went 42 years without a computer, and even though I have one now it still has no appeal to me.
My E-mail is deleted
Thanks

Welcome, LuckyDog . . . from Southern Arizona!

I just sent you an e-mail.

Curt

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RUN ROD RUN · 10-23-2007, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by artsmart

without being a supporting member, he won't be able to learn everything

That not TRUE Ms.

She/he is new to using a computer so she/he needs to learn all the in and out of computer use. Why waste $25 now when she/he not even sure he/she can deal with all the dot com stuff. In a couple of weeks or so, then I say it a good time to be a supporting member

She/he can still learn ton of stuff from us without being a supporting member.

Gina · 10-23-2007, 03:13 PM

Where in TN are you?

DakotaDocMartin · 10-23-2007, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 1luckydog

Is there someone out there who can help me interact with this web site.

Welcome to the forum!

A few suggestions:

If you don't want to get spam emails from every passer by in the world I'd recommend not posting your email address for everyone to see.

One handy tip that evades a lot of newbies is you should click on the Active Topics on the tool bar of the forum. That will allow you to read previous active topics for up to the last two weeks.

Also, the Search is a good tool to look for topics about things you are wanting to know about.

Hang in there and click on everything to see how it works. You can do it if you put your mind to it!

LTs SSR · 10-23-2007, 03:23 PM

Not familiar enough with Vista to help ... But as Gina said... jump on in ... trail & error...

1luckydog · 10-23-2007, 04:05 PM

he is new to using a computer so he needs to learn all the in and out of computer use. Why waste $25

Thanks to all that have responded. Thanks for the tip about subscribing(I'm on it).

artsmart · 10-23-2007, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by RUN ROD RUN

That not TRUE Ms.

She/he is new to using a computer so she/he needs to learn all the in and out of computer use. Why waste $25 now when she/he not even sure he/she can deal with all the dot com stuff. In a couple of weeks or so, then I say it a good time to be a supporting member

She/he can still learn ton of stuff from us without being a supporting member.

I will agree to disagree........................and tone it down

Gina · 10-23-2007, 04:59 PM

1luckydog is learning fast, I sent him a PM and he replied already!!!!

artsmart · 10-23-2007, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Gina

1luckydog is learning fast, I sent him a PM and he replied already!!!!

HotRodGirl · 10-23-2007, 05:09 PM

Welcome aboard..............

I have ready made directions for a few items you may want to try

PM me I'll help you out too.

As everyone else said trial and error is the best way

BlueStreak · 10-23-2007, 06:00 PM

He has figured out how to edit the quotes. That is a good start.

pikeville904 · 10-23-2007, 08:50 PM

1luckydog, there are not that many of us in TN, but as with most.... we're loud.

Whereabouts ya at??????

Dale

WearyEagle · 10-24-2007, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by LT's SSR

Not familiar enough with Vista to help ... But as Gina said... jump on in ... trail & error...

Yes, if you leave behind a very clear TRAIL . . . when you make an error, it will be easier to find you.
(but, who's quibbling?)

DOOPHUS · 10-24-2007, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by WearyEagle

Yes, if you leave behind a very clear TRAIL . . . when you make an error, it will be easier to find you.
(but, who's quibbling?)

OUCH . . . LOL @ WearyEagle!

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LTs SSR · 10-24-2007, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by WearyEagle

Yes, if you leave behind a very clear TRAIL . . . when you make an error, it will be easier to find you.
(but, who's quibbling?)

Opps...

1luckydog · 10-24-2007, 02:42 PM

DOOPHUS, Didn't leave you hanging. Somehow I couldn't access p/m's,log off, or on. Still trying to figure what I did to get back up.
Got a look at post #9 @3:46-your the coolest, thanks.
Still need another favor: Incase Bluestreak didn't get my p/m could you ask him to do the same in post #2 @3:09, doublethanks
JTR