User information for Neal White III

Real Name
Neal White III
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Topaz
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Bronze – Founding
Duration
Since February 24, 2020

Signed On
May 11, 2005
Total Posts
30 (Suspect)
User ID
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Re: OotB: Zap!
Aug 23, 2024, 15:27
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: Zap! Aug 23, 2024, 15:27
Aug 23, 2024, 15:27
 Topaz
 
If you can't see the mosquitoes, your woes might be due to "no see ums" (biting midges) which are tiny, but leave similar bumps which itch like crazy. Unfortunately, those UV traps don't seem to catch mosquitoes (at least the ones around here).
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Re: OotB: Picture this
Aug 6, 2024, 02:20
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: Picture this Aug 6, 2024, 02:20
Aug 6, 2024, 02:20
 Topaz
 
I too have aphantasia, as do some of my closest friends. It seems to be more common in certain occupations. I only learned of this a couple of years ago.

Believe it or not, there are advantages to aphantasia, such as not having intrusive images or vivid nightmares. My wife has hyperphantasia (mental images are "real" with sound and smells). She has suffered her whole life with bad memories and dreams which feel entirely real.

A doctor I know also has aphantasia and he said he was envious of his classmates who could see words spelled out in their minds. When I told my wife this, she said in a very loud voice: "HOW can you spell?" While she knew I had aphantasia, it had apparently never occurred to her I couldn't see words in my head, as it never occurred to me that anyone could actually see words in their mind.
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Re: OotB: Happy birthday Quake!
Jun 22, 2024, 17:38
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: Happy birthday Quake! Jun 22, 2024, 17:38
Jun 22, 2024, 17:38
 Topaz
 
I remember those days! Quake is why I started visiting Blue's News.
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Re: OotB: Unpleasant Procedures
Dec 28, 2023, 15:17
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: Unpleasant Procedures Dec 28, 2023, 15:17
Dec 28, 2023, 15:17
 Topaz
 
I've had 2 colonoscopies over the years; the most recent was significantly easier than the first (in terms of required prep). Anyway, you're through with the worst part of it. I hope it all goes well!
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Re: OotB: No progress
Nov 28, 2023, 22:10
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: No progress Nov 28, 2023, 22:10
Nov 28, 2023, 22:10
 Topaz
 
Don't get discouraged, Blue. It's worth the investment of time to learn to type properly.

I was a 2-finger typist well into my 40s. I learned to type with a free on-line typing tutor, which, unfortunately, is long gone. I did a quick search and found https://www.typingspeedtests.com/ which seems similar. The important thing is to type whole sentences and practice to build speed and maintain it. I took the 3-minute test and did less than 30 wpm. That's terrible! When I've been practicing, I have reached 85 wpm. I actually think I'll be visiting that site for a while, since I've obviously gotten rusty. I've recently noticed that I've been making more errors when I type, which is yet another good reason to practice.

Whatever game/app you choose, try to keep with it. Typing can truly be as effortless as speaking, but there's a large up-front hurtle. Good luck!

P.S. I just noticed this was my 26th post and it's apparently "suspect". Considering I've been a member since 2005, shouldn't it say "Lurker" or something? :-)

This comment was edited on Nov 28, 2023, 22:49.
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Re: OotB: Sorry for being heavy
Sep 18, 2023, 17:57
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: Sorry for being heavy Sep 18, 2023, 17:57
Sep 18, 2023, 17:57
 Topaz
 
It's a sad day for sure. The date that hits me hardest is my mom's birthday. It's been over 10 years since she passed, and it still hurts.
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Re: OotB: Mice
Aug 25, 2023, 16:09
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: Mice Aug 25, 2023, 16:09
Aug 25, 2023, 16:09
 Topaz
 
Mouse preference is highly subjective. My recommendation is to visit a store that has a large selection, like MicroCenter, and buy the one you like best. Personally, how the mouse feels in my (rather large) hand, and the number and placement of the auxiliary controls is most important to me. That's hard to determine from a website.

I also use a wired mouse for gaming, even though I use a wireless mouse for work.
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Re: OotB: Unsightly
Jun 26, 2023, 17:09
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: Unsightly Jun 26, 2023, 17:09
Jun 26, 2023, 17:09
 Topaz
 
Blue, I'm glad your eye issues were resolved so quickly! Eye problems can get extremely painful (to the point it's almost impossible to speak, the pain is so bad). I speak from personal experience. Luckily, my chronic issue has been under control for years now.
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Re: OotB: Grayed out
Jun 23, 2023, 14:54
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: Grayed out Jun 23, 2023, 14:54
Jun 23, 2023, 14:54
 Topaz
 
Much better! I like the color change; the text boxes are now less annoying. Thanks, Frans!
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Re: OotB: Out of the blue
Jun 15, 2023, 16:30
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: Out of the blue Jun 15, 2023, 16:30
Jun 15, 2023, 16:30
 Topaz
 
Blue, it's unfortunate that you are colorblind. I am blessed to have exceptional color discrimination, and fwiw, I prefer the new blue. It's less garish than the classic blue. I'm glad that y'all are updating the site.
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Re: OotB: Stay warm!
Dec 24, 2022, 13:43
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: Stay warm! Dec 24, 2022, 13:43
Dec 24, 2022, 13:43
 Topaz
 
It got down to 8 degrees Fahrenheit last night, here in Atlanta. I've lived in GA for nearly all of my life and that's the coldest it's ever gotten in this area. The previous record was 10 degrees, about 35 years ago. This weather is highly unusual.
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Re: ItB: Hosed
Dec 8, 2022, 23:32
Topaz
 
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Re: ItB: Hosed Dec 8, 2022, 23:32
Dec 8, 2022, 23:32
 Topaz
 
Hardware issues suck, especially when it's your own fault.

I sold my previous video card (a factory overclocked 980Ti) to a friend, back when it was still a good card. Unfortunately, he was in a hurry to install it and needed a power cable for his modular power supply; he found one that fit, from a power supply by a different vendor. Big mistake. I was there when he turned on his computer: There was a loud "snap" and a puff of smoke. Ouch!
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Re: OotB: FAQ This
Nov 18, 2022, 17:43
Topaz
 
24.
Re: OotB: FAQ This Nov 18, 2022, 17:43
Nov 18, 2022, 17:43
 Topaz
 
I've only heard "fack" previously. F-A-Q seems awkward. The consensus amongst the tech people I know is "jif". I only heard the soft-g "gif" begin to be used in the last 10 years or so. I've heard both gib and jib. "Jib" is much more commonly used.
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Re: OotB: The same old grind
Sep 29, 2022, 13:19
Topaz
 
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Re: OotB: The same old grind Sep 29, 2022, 13:19
Sep 29, 2022, 13:19
 Topaz
 
If you don't have a specific burr grinder in mind, I can recommend the one by Cuisinart. I really like mine so much that I've given it as a Xmas present twice. I've had mine for years and it's still going strong. I especially like that it grinds a measured amount. I don't want to think too much until I've had my first cup of coffee.

https://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-DBM-8-Supreme-Grind-Automatic/dp/B00018RRRK
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Re 7-Eleven day
Jul 11, 2022, 16:30
Topaz
 
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Re 7-Eleven day Jul 11, 2022, 16:30
Jul 11, 2022, 16:30
 Topaz
 
Count yourself lucky, Blue. The nearest 7-Eleven to me is 1.5 hours away, so I'll also miss out on my free Slurpee.
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Re: Out of the Blue
Mar 18, 2021, 18:36
Topaz
 
20.
Re: Out of the Blue Mar 18, 2021, 18:36
Mar 18, 2021, 18:36
 Topaz
 
I've corned my own beef. It was quite good, but not worth the effort, since a good brand of store-bought corned beef is still quite tasty, especially if you add your own seasonings to the boiling liquid.
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Re: Out of the Blue
Oct 26, 2020, 21:32
Topaz
 
8.
Re: Out of the Blue Oct 26, 2020, 21:32
Oct 26, 2020, 21:32
 Topaz
 
"I love milk. It's my fave beverage. I drink tons of the stuff."
Me too. My wife (who's from Wisconsin) and I go through about 2 gallons a week.
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Re: Morning Tech Bits
Aug 11, 2020, 13:09
Topaz
 
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Re: Morning Tech Bits Aug 11, 2020, 13:09
Aug 11, 2020, 13:09
 Topaz
 
I'm not sure Microsoft has fully considered the risks of this new clipboard functionality. Don't most password apps use the clipboard to paste passwords into forms? I don't like the idea that a history of my passwords might be stored on the clipboard. Also, if you use the sync feature, that info will be copied to Microsoft's servers.

if you're one of those that usually copy sensitive information (such as passwords, addresses, names, etc.), anything you copy to the clipboard will store in plain text, and anyone with access to your computer will now be able to see this information by just using the Windows key + V shortcut. In addition, if you enable the sync option, you'll also be uploading your history to the Microsoft servers.

Source: https://www.windowscentral.com/how-use-new-clipboard-windows-10-october-2018-update
More info: https://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/is-it-safe-to-copy-paste-passwords-from-your-clipboard/
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Re: First day at School
Feb 25, 2020, 02:34
Topaz
 
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Re: First day at School Feb 25, 2020, 02:34
Feb 25, 2020, 02:34
 Topaz
 
Never mind. (deleted)

This comment was edited on Feb 25, 2020, 02:49.
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Re: Out of the Blue
Feb 25, 2020, 02:28
Topaz
 
84.
Re: Out of the Blue Feb 25, 2020, 02:28
Feb 25, 2020, 02:28
 Topaz
 
I've been visiting this site for 15 years. I'm glad to contribute.
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