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    First ever programming...an anti-virus software

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    First ever programming...an anti-virus software

    lol alright. i started with a web browser :) it works fine, but how do i made it a self-sufficient, single-file .exe or something? because it has like 3 vb files, and it requires .net framework and all that crap :) so can i make an exe out of it? thanks!
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    First ever programming...an anti-virus software

    bah i can do this :) my first task will be rewriting clamwin portable (open source free stuff), as a learning experience. the computer guy at school recommended visualbasic to make software?
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    First ever programming...an anti-virus software

    i want to make an anti-virus program...i can write batch files and i know html, but neither of those are very helpful. my ideas: -free -good -custom gui ( i already have somebody who would like to design a gui)... is it illegal to inspect the code of another anti-virus solution and copy it? i...
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    Solved! Dell IM5030 is it a good choice?

    nevermind the $450 budget. i think its ok if its a little more, now that im selling some of my many other old computers i can buy something a little better. that msi looks nice. but do they have it for that price at the office depot store? There is one rigth by my house...
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    Solved! Dell IM5030 is it a good choice?

    i found a few others that interest me (all at the best buy site) Model: K52FRF-BBR9 | SKU: 2070175 Model: G62-455DX | SKU: 1917062 (only issue is its an hp and it has intel 4500 gfx)
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    Solved! Dell IM5030 is it a good choice?

    this is confusing me now. let me get this straight: radeon 4250 is better than intel 4500. intel pentium dual-core is better than amd p360 dual-core. 3gb ram to 4gb is a minimal difference. core i3 would be a huge leap up from pentium/amd dual. the dell is still a decent laptop for its price. i...
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    Solved! Dell IM5030 is it a good choice?

    ok, so the CPU is this laptop is better than the t5800 i had in my HP i had (broke, the thing was crap)... well, what can i look for to know about noise and cooling performance? by the way, thank you for being so helpful, i really appreciate this.
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    Solved! Dell IM5030 is it a good choice?

    what is it in comparison to a core 2 duo t5800 2.0 or a 2.4ghz c2duo? it is quite a bulky laptop. is that a good thing, imo it is because it has easier heat dissipation so its quieter and cooler. is that true? do you also agree that the drive tray is flimisy? maybe i will do as i originally...
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    Apple iBook G4 won't show videos online

    install adobe flash player. if that doesnt help, try FIREFOX browser, if that doesnt help, buy a new computer
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    Solved! Dell IM5030 is it a good choice?

    ordering online is not an option. it needs to be picked up in store in either office depot, staples, and best buy. upon checking staples and office depot, ive come to the conclusion that neither have any good laptops in my price range (not more than $500 with tax and all other fees)... ive read...
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    Solved! Dell IM5030 is it a good choice?

    Well, since im in the market for a new laptop, i want down to best buy to check out some of the options. i tried out every single laptop with the following conclusions: 1. this is the laptop i love and its within my price range and i like it: Model: IM5030-874B3D Best Buy SKU: 1696564 2. i dont...
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    Virus help

    boot into safe mode (press f8 before the pc has the chance to start loading windows), and install and run this: http://download.cnet.com/Malwarebytes-Anti-Malware/3000-8022_4-10804572.html?part=dl-10804572&subj=dl&tag=button