Unix

Forum discussion tagged with Unix.
  1. Z

    Question How can I boost ramdisk speed?

    Hello, I currently want to know how to boost my RamDisk speed on Linux. I picked Linux since it has two ram functions builtin to the operating system. TMPFS and RAMFS. I have used the ramfs filesystem a while back on ddr4-3200mhz ram, and although fast, I would say speeds were comparable to...
  2. Z

    Question I'm stuck and confused on why my ramdisk is slower than my nvme ssd using DDR5 ram.

    I'm curious if it is possible to achieve above nvme similar speeds on a ramdisk using Linux's ramfs file system moving and transferring files from one ramdisk to another? I have tried and I haven't got great results, and in some cases are worse than my nvme ssd. If possible what tweaks or...
  3. runner105

    [SOLVED] Solaris 11.4 installation error ?

    I'm running into an issue while trying to install Solaris 11.4. I have created a USB installer drive by downloading the 11.4.0 GA USB Text Installer file. I have tried flashing the .usb file to the drive using both Rufus and Etcher. Both methods created bootable drives, but neither have led to a...
  4. A

    Question Android Unix query

    Hi everyone, I'm hoping for some Unix experts to sort this cafuffle. Recently, I was looking through documents on my phone and discovered a txt file named project.txt in the folder. Unfamiliar, I opened it in Docs and all it showed was: Unix 3.10.49.12476963 Can someone tell me exactly: why...
  5. A

    Question RAM DIMM Module PART NUMBER,etc in Unix/macOS/Windows/GNU-Linux

    Hi. i need to know detail info of RAM Memory Module/DIMM PART-NUMBER p/n, SERIAL-NO s/n, etc in macOS, Windows, GNU/Linux (Debian, Ubuntu, Fedora, CentOS, etc), Unix (FreeBSD, OpenBSD, etc). QUESITON : What tool/app/command can allow to view those specific detail info in macOS, Windows...
  6. G

    Best Ddr2 800?

    Hello. How are. So. I have hp motherboard and q9550 cpu. Memory; ddr2? Which is fastest?
  7. henrytcasey

    1Password Can Tell If Your Password's Been Leaked

    Password manager 1Password's latest feature lets you check whether your password has been leaked in a data breach. 1Password Can Tell If Your Password's Been Leaked : Read more
  8. Jsimenhoff

    Vote Now! Best Mature Subject Matter

    The vote is on! Click here to vote on your definitive list of PC Games. The Tom's Hardware Definitive List of PC Games: Best Mature Subject Matter Are we living in a new "golden age" for PC Gaming? Of course, it is impossible to give a definitive answer. The distance of time and a heaping dose...
  9. V

    Phanteks p400 - gigabyte 1080 ti aorus

    Hello! Getting new rig in Monday. Does p400 have enough clearance for the 1080ti aorus? Thank you!
  10. V

    DVI-I to component

    Hello, i want to connect my pc having a GTX 660 with DVI-I to my TV's component input. Found this cable: https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=2508 Will this work? Anyone tried something like this on a GPU with DVI-I? I know DVI is digital, and Component is analog, but DVI I has both digital...
  11. M

    How to reuse a HDD or SSD with Win 10 on it

    What is the fastest way to get a HDD which win is already on it and use it in another PC and install a new Windows on the new PC ? If I erase everything on it , do I get driver issue for new win 10 installation? Thanks for your help.
  12. A

    Streaming without running a game Minimum build?

    As the title says I need a streaming PC for some creative work I am going to be streaming fairly regularly. All I need the PC to do is handle like 3-5 usb style cameras and a few foot switches. I don't know if a capture card or a decent cpu would be a better choice for this style streaming...
  13. L

    open webcam in dell inspiron windiws 7

    i want to click a pic from my webcam but i am unable to open it .from where can i open the webcam?which program should i click? :??:
  14. SGT PODDY

    Thinking of buying this rig, is it a good deal?

    HI I was thinking of buying this rig from the following website : https://www.palicomp.co.uk/Intel-Evolve-900-Gamer-INT4 The above link being the specific system I am thinking of buying. Any help/feedback would be greatly appreciated :D
  15. stl522013

    What tier is this PSU?

    What tier PSU is an EVGA 850w B2 PSU?
  16. F

    AMD or Intel For overclocking

    I have created two different builds for my gaming rig, which one is better. I have never overclocked, so should I, and what should I add (more fans?), what is better? http://pcpartpicker.com/user/FreerunningSniper/saved/CtCcCJ http://pcpartpicker.com/user/FreerunningSniper/saved/hjb6Mp
  17. G

    Laptop random shutdown!

    Ok so I have a old Acer Aspire 5720 (1GB ram version). Firstly I understand that this is not a good laptop. I also understand that laptops have a short life span however i want to get this working for very basic tasks suck as internet browsing and video playback. The problem is that at random...
  18. D

    best case for air cooling components?

    ive been monitoring my temps for some time i even made a post and thought enough is enough and took my pc down my local pc store to be stress tested cost 36 quid almost 60 dollars i know i could of done it for free at my own home but was afraid incase i screwed something up but i did end up...
  19. RYANoceros92

    Which build do you think would be best?

    hey guys which of these part builds do you think is best? 1.http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/VGZYqs or 2.http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/sVLGNG Thanks
  20. R

    Compatible CPU for GIGABYTE GA-78LMT-USB3

    I currently have a GIGABYTE GA-78LMT-USB3 and I am looking to upgrade my CPU. Ive been looking into a i7 but was wondering if this would be compatible if not what would be a close match to an i7 that would be compatible Any help would be great
  21. J

    I'm stuck in the tutorial can't find the customize button is frusrating

    I'm stuck in the tutorial where you have to put vinyls on the car it's not showing the customize button please help
  22. DragonCrossfireX

    i3 4150 vs fx6300 for gaming

    I3 4150 vs fx6300 which should I buy? If i3 prefer h81 motherboard if fx prefer low budget motherboard. I have bought sapphire HD 7770 1GB DDR5.
  23. E

    Should I wait for Black Friday?

    This is my computer build: http://pcpartpicker.com/user/Evantor0311/saved/FYsmP6 Do you think any of these parts will be on sale on black Friday or at the end of this year? Should I wait?
  24. R

    Thermal Paste Question

    I installed my x61 kraken with the preapplied thermal paste. I shorted out my MOBO so I need to take the cpu out and into the other mobo. Will I have to reapply thermal paste or is it fine to leave as is? Since I'm using the same cpu I wonder if I have to or not. Thanks.
  25. M

    Looking for RAM

    I am looking for RAM (2x4GB).Could someone please tell me what brand to choose from.
  26. A

    How to stop Hay Day from glitching?

    When I am gonna play Hay Day, whenever it loads 100%, it exits, glitches and I was back at my iPad menu. Please help me solve this. You know, I can't play this anymore. I hope you know the Hay Day game from the App Store. Hay Day is the only game that doesn't work anymore. Other games like Boom...
  27. G

    Corsair Dominator Platinum 16GB Kit with Asus P8Z77-V LK

    I was wondering if these were compatible the RAM says its 1.5V so it should be, just making sure RAM: http://www.corsair.com/en-gb/dominator-platinum-with-corsair-link-connector-1-5v-16-gb-dual-channel-ddr3-memory-kit-cmd16gx3m2a1866c9 PC Specs: i7 3770K GTX 680 16GB Corsiar Vengeance (2x8GB)...
  28. F

    Gaming Build for $500-600

    I want to build a PC and I've found parts for a $1000 build (http://pcpartpicker.com/user/freebrownie/saved/4btk). I want to know if there is a system that can be built with similar performance to the one I picked for only $500-600. If not, just tell me the best one for that 500-600 price range.
  29. JMcEntegart

    Google to Help Diabetes Patients with Smart Contact Lens

    Google is joining the war on diabetes. Google to Help Diabetes Patients with Smart Contact Lens : Read more
  30. U

    my time warner internet keeps getting interupted it is not wire

    Need help with internet connection.
  31. G

    Support wildgames com

    Hello, did you send me my disc for the solitaire game please let me know.Ronald Rogers
  32. DiabloDj1

    Freezing before being able to do ANYTHING. Hardware failure? Virus?

    Hey guys, I've had this problem for about two weeks. In that time, I backed up 99% of the files I needed to. However, if I try to use it, it is becoming even more quickly frozen. Basically, the screen freezes and I cant do anything from that point on. Occasionally after i reboot if that...
  33. G

    cd burners

    Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers (More info?) i am new to computing and just got xp service pack 2. with dvd-rw. what i want to know is can i burn cds from this? anyone any suggestions on how i get one programme to intergrate with another. thank you all in advance...
  34. G

    10.215.118.131

    Hello, How can I reset my Ip address to refresh my ip address
  35. C

    System hanging problem.

    This is a strange problem which I have an idea what may be the cause of but I just want to make sure before I make any expensive purchases. Namely, my problem is that my machine has recently started hanging during games and staying like that. No BSOD, it just loops the last second or two of...
  36. M

    Sapphire HD 7770 or PowerColor HD 7770 or GIGABYTE HD 7770 or Asus HD 7770???

    what is the best? whats the 2nd? and the 3rd?
  37. Mr Subs

    Can I run Win 7 and XP at the same time?

    I would like to do something like the new Parallels for Mac on my Windows 7, or just have the monitor split the screen and run them on two partitions at the same time. I just built my computer, AMD Phenom X4 and a Radeon 5700. I was trying to use the Win XP on my cousins Mac in Parallels, but...
  38. S

    64 bit windows using 4gb out of 12gb ram

    Having similar issues windows 7 reconzies that i have 12gb of ram. but only using 4gb my specs are ASRock 970DE3/U3S3 AM3+ AMD 770 AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 12GB (3 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL9T-12GBRL
  39. M

    ERROR in WIN7 installation

    HELLO,I am malik mehboob. I installed windows 7 in my system,after completing installation my system was reboots again.BUT after rebooting my system was not booting.It was halted. Please tell me solution about this problem. THANKS
  40. A

    Hard drive problems..

    I just installed vista on my partitioned hard drive. The drive was previously formatted, so all vista had to do was install. But some how, my data partition got deleted, too. I have no idea how, but now it's completely blank and unformatted. is there any way to recover some or all of that...