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emacs does not open a file from argument and syntax highlight does not work
In my latest ubuntu box, When I type for example , Emacs will start but not open . This is true for any file I pass in. I've used Emacs for several years, and have never experienced this problem before. I added to my .emacs file, and Emacs does recognize it, for example. , but it won't do syntax hi…
Why does Google Chrome leave running processes behind even after closing the browser?
Even when I close Chrome, I can see running processes of that instance in the Task Manager. If I had initiated three instances of Chrome, I could see three Chrome.exe in the Task Manager. Why aren't the processes killed when the browser is closed? I also notice that Chrome creates a lot of cache an…
How can I change the amount and size of Linux ramdisks (/dev/ram0 - /dev/ram15)?
Using Linux, when I boot I automatically have 16 16MB ramdisks, however, I would like to create one really large ramdisk to test some software. I found that I can adjust the size of the ramdisks already on the system with the kernel boot parameter however, this makes all 16 ramdisks (/dev/ram0 - /d…
Any shortcut for "cd .."?
Is there any shortcut for ?
What technical reason did Microsoft give for no Internet Explorer 9 on Windows XP?
I have the belief that Internet Explorer 9 unable to run on Windows XP is really marketing. But I want to ask you if there really is a technical reason why Microsoft didn't release Internet Explorer 9 on Windows XP?
Adapter to turn wired USB keyboard wireless?
I've got a wired USB keyboard that I really like. I know it is a long shot, but is there a way to turn it into a wireless (maybe even Bluetooth) keyboard through some sort of adapter or hack?
Disable/enable the proxy on a tab by tab basis in Firefox
Is it possible to disable/enable the proxy connection on a tab-by-tab basis in Firefox? I can access the internet with the proxy enabled, and I can access our internal servers with the proxy disabled, but neither configuration allows the other. I have a feeling that Firefox 4's per tab profiles may…
How do I send a file with FileZilla from the command line?
I have a batch file that builds an application, and then I want to upload it to an FTP server from the command line. Considering I do the upload manually with FileZilla, is there a command line for it to upload files? I am limited to Windows.
What is Performance Monitor telling me when my page faults / second are high?
I have a Windows 7 64-bit computer that is having performance issues. After some investigation, I have discovered that the page faults / second on it - as reported by Performance Monitor - are really high. Everything else seems to be normal. Resource Monitor reports no hard faults and lots of avail…
How to disable jusched.exe on Windows 7 64-bit?
I have recently purchased a new laptop from an OEM with Windows 7 64-bit. This system came pre-installed with (among other stuff) the Java Runtime Environment (64bit). This has put the "jusched.exe" (Java update scheduler) process in my start-up processes. I want to disable this however, because I …
How to properly merge two tables in MS Word
I would like to merge 2 tables together in Microsoft Word. I have attempted to do the usual drag and drop, but I'm out of luck! I don't know if my mouse is the problem, but even if I use the touch pad I can reproduce this issue.
Why does't rsync use delta-transfer for local files?
I have a big iso image which is currently being downloaded by a torrent client with space-reservation turned on: that means, file size is not changing while some chunks in in (4 Mib) are constantly changing because of a download. At 90% download I do the initial rsync to save time later: Then, when…
How can I use '{}' to redirect the output of a command run through find's -exec option?
I am trying to automate an command for a backup script, and I want to do something like this: This seems to work, in that it looks through each svn repository in , and runs on it. However, the second in the exec command doesn't get substituted for the name of the directory being processed. It basic…
How to diagnose computer lockups and freezes?
I built a desktop computer a couple years back with the following specs: CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 Yorkfield 2.5GHz 6 MB L2 Cache LGA 775 95W Quad-Core Processor BX80580Q9300 Motherboard: EVGA 122-CK-NF68-T1 LGA 775 NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI ATX Intel Motherboard Video Card: Two EVGA 256-P2-N758-TR…
How to display local images in Chrome using file:// protocol?
I'd like to be able to specify a local file path for an image on a web page delivered via http using Chrome - is this possible? I remember doing this using IE but cannot remember how! Some trusted settings I think...
How to fill a hard drive in Linux
I'm doing some testing of a piece of code and I want to fill a hard drive with data. I found that can make huge files in an instant, but disagrees. Here's what I tried: shows a 10G file. However, shows that the partition did not shrink. So what do I need to do to make recognize the data is now take…
What's the function of the Alt Gr key?
I read somewhere that the Alt Gr key found on some layouts is a substitute for Ctrl + Alt. However, what can this combination be used for? Are there any documented shortcuts using Ctrl + Alt?
Ethernet vs TCP vs IP?
What is the difference between , , and in simple (simple abstract) terms? Please do not copy from Wikipedia...
Configure debounce time in Windows for mouse
My mouse is broken and I am too lazy to buy a new one. The problem is with the left click button. A simple physical click will result in several clicks in Windows. There is already a debouncing circuit in the mouse to prevent this type of behavior, but it is no longer effective. How can I increase …
Chrome Bookmarks to default in new Tab?
Is there a way to get my bookmarks (wired to my bookmarks bar) to open them (by default) into a new tab? It seems to me that this would be a terrific option to build in. I am all about reducing mouse clicks and speed. I know that I can hit the + tab and then select my bookmark - but this is 2 mouse…