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Post by martytoo on Feb 10, 2011 21:13:36 GMT
Been presented with a laptop to sort out,running W7 32 Bit.
Adobe Flash Player just doesn't work with IE8.
Owner wants to play games on Facebook but they're flash based so don't work.
Running the same games in Firefox presents no such problem.
I've done some searching online but none of the suggested fixes work, any ideas?
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Post by ken on Feb 10, 2011 21:53:27 GMT
Download the latest Flash uninstaller from Adobe, run it and then reinstall Flash.
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Post by martytoo on Feb 11, 2011 0:00:04 GMT
Been there done that no fix!
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Post by martytoo on Feb 11, 2011 0:32:11 GMT
P.S. Even ran Revo Uninstaller still no change.
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Post by jojo on Feb 11, 2011 0:40:03 GMT
There are a number of utilities that can turn off Flash.
Spywareblaster does this.
It may have been turned off then the program uninstalled, leaving some Registry marker with Flash turned off.
Try installing Spywareblaster and turn it on with that.
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Post by ken on Feb 11, 2011 0:41:07 GMT
There is absobloodylutely nothing wrong with either Windows 7 x 86 or IE8 and Adobe Flash player. The only problem that did exist was with a 64 bit browser, but Adobe finally pulled their finger out and fixed it. There is obviously something wrong with the OS. I suggest giving the computer to someone who knows what they are doing.
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Post by nike on Feb 11, 2011 4:01:57 GMT
"Adobe Flash Player just doesn't work with IE8"
I got news for ya! It works on all my computers, and my customers computers running Win 7 x86 and x64. If you can't get it to work, you must be setting it up wrong, or there is something else wrong with the laptop.
As for SpywareBlaster causing problems with Win 7 & Flash  ? Never had that problem either, and SpywareBlaster gets installed on every computer I have, or that I work on.
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Post by mikkh on Feb 11, 2011 8:17:18 GMT
So is using Firefox such a pain?
I can't remember the last time I ran IE in Windows - it's years anyway and proof it's not really needed
You could try Maxthon which is based on the IE core, that would be sufficient for those few sites that insist on having IE installed
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Post by ken on Feb 11, 2011 8:50:54 GMT
Spyware Blaster is one of the best bits of kit that ever came out and it uses absolute zero resources.
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Post by Lynnrose on Feb 11, 2011 10:50:17 GMT
A bit harsh KC  |
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Post by ken on Feb 11, 2011 12:39:57 GMT
Anyone who doesn't know what OS they are using Lynnrose and who puts links on this site to software that is an obvious scam, does very little to inspire confidence in his ability. He openly condemns using Nasty N and MacAfee, yet he is advising people to use it on his website. I've got nothing against plagiarism, as long as the person publishing it takes the time to read what has been written. It must be a brave person who trusts him to repair their computer, I wouldn't let him in the same room as mine. Even a second rate computer techie, wouldn't rely on this group for advice every time he's got a minor adjustment to make to a computer. I don't know whats wrong with this laptop, but I should think uninstalling the crapware he's installed and a good cleanup would probably do the trick.
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Post by jojo on Feb 11, 2011 13:12:22 GMT
. As for SpywareBlaster causing problems with Win 7 & Flash ? Never had that problem either, and SpywareBlaster gets installed on every computer I have, or that I work on. [/i][/b][/size][/color][/font][/quote] I wasn't suggesting Spyware Blaster was causing any problems. It's an excellent piece of kit. But it does have a facility to turn off Flash. It's in the Tools Tab and called Flash Killer If that has been done, that might explain why he can't get Flash to run now. |
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Post by ken on Feb 11, 2011 13:27:14 GMT
The Flash Killer only stops Flash adverts Jojo, I've never known it to block Flash altogether and I've run it on every Windows OS except W95. Its off by default and I dont think a lot of people bother turning it on, for fear of blocking Flash. I suppose it could have adverse affects on the odd computer, nothing surprises me when it comes to computers. The odds are stacked against it happening and there would have to be another fault to cause it.
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Post by jojo on Feb 11, 2011 16:34:25 GMT
Ahh.
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Post by martytoo on Feb 11, 2011 17:46:28 GMT
Anyone who doesn't know what OS they are using Lynnrose and who puts links on this site to software that is an obvious scam, does very little to inspire confidence in his ability. He openly condemns using Nasty N and MacAfee, yet he is advising people to use it on his website. I've got nothing against plagiarism, as long as the person publishing it takes the time to read what has been written. It must be a brave person who trusts him to repair their computer, I wouldn't let him in the same room as mine. Even a second rate computer techie, wouldn't rely on this group for advice every time he's got a minor adjustment to make to a computer. I don't know whats wrong with this laptop, but I should think uninstalling the crapware he's installed and a good cleanup would probably do the trick. May I ask which website this refers to? If you are suggesting that I post to this group every time I encounter a minor problem then you are very much mistaken. From my research this issue with W7, IE8 & flashplayer happens quite a lot. I have removed all crapware from it. FYI Toshiba Satellite Pro L300 - 152, Windows 7 Professional 32 Bit Fully updated. The owner is not really computer literate, the fact that they prefer IE to Firefox is beyond my control. |
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Post by ken on Feb 11, 2011 18:31:13 GMT
That refers to 2 websites, this one on which you post links to scamware and your own.
You claim to condemn the use of Nasty N and yet the PDF document giving computer advice on your website, tells people to use it. Thats why I say if your going to plagiarize other peoples work, you should at least take the time to read it before publishing it. After all I read it, even though I condemn most of what was written.
You came on here and argued with me about Windows 7 Enterprise and it was clear you knew nothing about the system. Then you changed your tune and said you were using Win7 Ultimate. Even a complete novice usually knows what operating system they are using. You picked on the wrong person, as I'm possibly the only person in this group who has bothered running Enterprise. You have to be a member of Microsoft Technet or have a multi-machine commercial licence to get hold of it, as its not on public release.
If your research only extends as far as the bloke whos PDF document you pinched, no wonder you have to seek advice on something as mundain as a Flash problem. There a thousands of people who get trouble with Flash, but Windows 7 and IE8 have nothing to do with it. Its usually down to bad maintenance, or people who think they are techies and they are far from it.
Your track record isn't looking too good from where I'm standing. Don't try to run before you can walk.
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Post by martytoo on Feb 11, 2011 19:17:49 GMT
I resent your attitude very much. If you look at the website correctly you will see that the pdf is not my responsibility it is produced by an associate of mine who earns her living teaching IT, if her opinion is that Norton is good then she is entitled to that opinion.
I do not and never will Plagiarize anyone.
I posted my question here looking for advice not insults,.
regarding running before I can walk, although I'm relatively new to this forum, I am a very experienced computer user. The desktop PC I am using right now was built from component level by me as were my previous 2 or 3 machines, I personally installed all the software on it. Furthermore I have helped numerous people with computer issues both Software and hardware related and in a local Community Centre I have installed and configured a network of 11 computers which I continue to keep maintained on a voluntary basis.
Angel Stardust who is a well established member of this forum is a personal friend who can vouch for my knowledge and skills.
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Post by elvisuk on Feb 11, 2011 19:28:13 GMT
Well martytoo has given me advice and i have found it helpful and i have been on his web site and nothing tells me to use anything i do not want to use.
A lot of peapol have help me on this web site and i a gratefully for the help, as yes i am a bit thick so i need some help.
If you go on to a website you do not have too take the advice if you do not want to it's as simple as that.
Live long and prosper 
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Post by ken on Feb 11, 2011 19:35:26 GMT
I bow to your vast experience.
As you know so much, I thought you would be the best person to answer your own question and not expect any input from a peasant like me. Best of luck with maintaining your network, but I still wouldn't let you anywhere near mine.
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Post by mikkh on Feb 11, 2011 19:49:42 GMT
The owner is not really computer literate, the fact that they prefer IE to Firefox is beyond my control. It's not really beyond your control. I successfully convince lots of people Firefox is a better choice all the time and I feel it's my duty to do so to further peoples education. If someone is a bit green with computers, it's not hard to do with gentle persuasion and a quick demo of Firefox + Adblock V IE showing the same page I usually choose MSN home page to show the difference and that's usually all it takes for them to switch |
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Post by martytoo on Feb 11, 2011 19:50:48 GMT
As you're such a know it all you'd never need any help would you?
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Post by ken on Feb 11, 2011 20:16:07 GMT
Not often, I prefer to work things out for myself and I certainly wouldn't take on a job for another person, if I didn't know how to fix it. If I cant figure something out myself, I do know who to ask.
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Post by martytoo on Feb 11, 2011 20:25:33 GMT
Well martytoo has given me advice and i have found it helpful and i have been on his web site and nothing tells me to use anything i do not want to use.
A lot of peapol have help me on this web site and i a gratefully for the help, as yes i am a bit thick so i need some help.
If you go on to a website you do not have too take the advice if you do not want to it's as simple as that.
Live long and prosper Thank you Elvis Peace and Long Life |
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Post by nike on Feb 11, 2011 21:41:19 GMT
I dont care who gives advice on these forums, as long as the advice they give is not misleading in any way. Mt thoughts on the matter are, if you aren't sure of your facts, don't post!
Links to other sites which contain misleading info is also a bone of contention, unless the person who provides the link includes a disclaimer of the content.
Having had experience with the big"N" for over 18 years, mostly bad ones, I really can't see why some industry professionals rate it so highly. This 'product' is like buying a Lambo, taking it home and removing the V12 engine from it and putting a Morris Minor motor back in, because it really runs economically.
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Post by Lynnrose on Feb 11, 2011 21:41:58 GMT
[bgcolor=ffffff] I really do think this has got out of hand.
I have always believed that we are here to help with whatever question is asked of us, irrelevant to whether we use or like the programme/application that is the topic of a thread. Yes, we can make suggestions and recommendations, but we must comunicate in a polite, diplomatic way.
I am sure that I run my computer in a way that would be most disagreeable to some people, but we all like to have our own PC's running the way that suits us personally.
If I post on a forum for advice, I expect to be treated with respect and hopefully with an answer to my original question, but would also be open to suggestions;
eg. If my question was on Internet Explorer, I would want help on that topic, but a polite recommendation on the virtues of Firefox would also be helpful.
Please, a little bit of thought before posting would be appreciated. Without face-to-face contact, we all have to be a little more careful with the written word.
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Post by jojo on Feb 11, 2011 22:50:36 GMT
I don't really want to get between a spat, but surely the reason we look to CIT for advice is because we can generally be sure of getting several people contributing.
And, any mistakes are generally spotted quite quckly, simply because we have a number of different people offering help.
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Post by Angelstardust on Feb 11, 2011 23:24:41 GMT
Well said, LR.
Now will somebody come up with a few ideas about my problem in the printers folder?
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? Never had that problem either, and SpywareBlaster gets installed on every computer I have, or that I work on.
