How to Fix Opera 10 Blur Image Issue

You may find lower image resolution in the Opera 10 or newer version. First time i thought its just image loading issue and will fix over time but this was not the case. Opera introduced new feature that increase browsing speed significantly and gives you faster browsing experience. This technology called “Opera Turbo” by Opera Community. According to Opera, Opera Turbo is server-side optimization and compression technology that provides significant improvements in browsing speeds over limited-bandwidth connections by compressing network traffic. You have several advantage of this feature but some people may find this feature annoying because Opera Turbo decrease image quality and you may not see actual image on the website. But it play significant role when you don’t bother about images and love to read content or browsing on low bandwidth connection.

Advantage

  • Decrease your net bill if you  are on pay per usage plan
  • Faster browsing experience by compressing images and server side optimization

Opera proxy server do not handle secure connection. SSL connection completely bypass to protect user privacy.

How to Fix

Follow steps below to turn off opera turbo mode

  • Click on bottom left turbo icon and select Configure Opera Turbo
  • Select Turn off turbo and click on to implement change.
  • Now refresh page. Image should load properly after disabling turbo mode. You can also choose automatic mode that allow opera to determine where to on/off turbo mode depend on network.

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March 17th, 2010 Bala Krishna Posted in Browser Stuff, Bug Fix, General, Tips and Tricks, Window Application, Windows 7, Word Press, windows xp | No Comments »

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How to Fix Wordpress Posts Missed Schedule Issue

Word Press have missed schedule issue from 2.7 version onwards. Word Press post scheduling was working fine upto   2.6.5 version as many of users reported on web.  You can schedule wordpress post to publish on a specified time. but when time comes post can not publish and shows missed schedule in the admin area.  According to WP guys, this is not the issue that Word Press guys can fix. This issue comes when your web server can not properly execute wp-cron process.  New wordpress wp-cron method run wp-cron in separate process that rely on web server configuration. Everytime Word Press loads it looks for wp-cron whether it should be run or not based on the time it was last run.

Here are some reason that prevent Word Press to run wp-cron correctly.

  • Server doesn’t have DNS, and so it can’t figure out who “example.com” is, even though it is *itself*.
  • Server administrators, in a misguided attempt at security, have blocked “loopback” requests, so it can’t actually make a call back to itself.
  • Server is running something called “mod_security” or similar, which actively blocks the call due to brain-dead configuration.

There is simple to complex workaround to solve this issue. This problem automatically fix when your server is configured to run wp-cron properly but it require server root access and extensive server administration knowledge. So server configuration method is simply not for everyone to use. There is simple workaround to fix this issue that force wordpress to run wp-cron using alternative method that does not rely on web server configuration. To fix the issue add below line in the wp-config.php file. This line can be add anywhere in the wp-config.php file.

define(‘ALTERNATE_WP_CRON’, true);

This should restore wordpress schedule functionality.


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March 5th, 2010 Bala Krishna Posted in General, Linux, PHP Function, PHP Programming, PHP Tutorial, Tips and Tricks, Word Press, Wordpress Plugin, Wordpress Theme, Wordpress Widget | No Comments »

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How to Fix Missing a temporary folder error in Wordpress

This error comes when you try to upload media file such as image, video by Wordpress browser uploader or flash uploader. Wordpress shows this error when temporary upload folder not configured in php.ini file. It is possible upload temp folder is configured but path entered does not exist in the file system. To fix the issue you just need to check and correct temporary path in php.ini file. If path is in-correct you need to correct folder path or if no folder path given then you need to set temporary path.

You can easily fix this by editing php.ini file. Most of the shared hosting provider now support custom php.ini per account. It means you can have you own php.ini and optimize php setting according to your need.

Apply following steps to complete this task.

1) Find out exact physical path of your account public_html folder. Create a text file and name it phpinfo.php. Add below lines in the file. Save file then upload file in the public_html folder of your server.

<?php phpinfo(); ?>

2) Run phpinfo.php file by pointing your browser to the file. http://www.yourdomain.com/phpinfo.php. Replace yourdomain.com with your actual domain  name.

3) Search for two entries _SERVER["SCRIPT_FILENAME"] and Loaded Configuration File. Note down value against these entries.

In my case value for above entries are

_SERVER["SCRIPT_FILENAME"]  -> /home/homefolder/public_html/phpinfo.php

Loaded Configuration File -> /etc/php/php.ini

4) If your hosting account support custom php.ini or you have server access then you can complete following steps otherwise you need to ask your hosting company to complete this for you.

If you have server command line access.

  1. Create a temporary folder called “tmp” within your public_html folder from FTP. Now temporary folder path is /home/homefolder/public_html/tmp/
  2. Login into the command prompt as server administrator.
  3. Type below command and hit enter
  4. $ sudo nano /etc/php/php.ini
  5. It will open php.ini file in nano visual editor with root privileges. Enter root password if asked.
  6. Find upload_tmp_dir and un-comment it if commented. “;” used for commenting purpose in php.ini. Simply remove this special character to un-comment line.
  7. Change upload_tmp_dir value to /home/homefolder/public_html/tmp/. You line should appear similar to next line (8).
  8. upload_tmp_dir = /home/homefolder/public_html/tmp/
  9. Save php.ini file and restart apache.
  10. Now again run phpinfo.php file in your browser. New value should appear in your php info setting.

If your host support custom php.ini

  1. Create a temporary folder called “tmp” within your public_html folder from FTP. Now temporary folder path is /home/homefolder/public_html/tmp/
  2. Create a text file called php.ini in your system and paste content in step (8) specified above.
  3. Save file and upload to your public_html folder in your FTP.
  4. Run phpinfo.php file in your browser. New value should appear in your php info setting.

Error should disappear now. However, in some cases you may still get same error. For those cases try removing trailing slash at the end of path. After the change path would be  /home/homefolder/public_html/tmp instead of /home/homefolder/public_html/tmp/

Host Support Custom PHP.INI

  • HostGator
  • aSmallOrange
  • SiteGround
  • Site5

Good Luck


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February 25th, 2010 Bala Krishna Posted in Blogging, Browser Stuff, General, Linux, Linux Commands, Tips and Tricks, Web Technology | 1 Comment »

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Get a Chance To Win Nokia N900 Mobile Handset

Try your luck to win Nokia N900 featured packed phone powered by Maemo platform. You just need to answer few simple questions correctly to enter into draw. Click on the image below to try your luck.


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February 23rd, 2010 Bala Krishna Posted in Advertising, Browser Stuff, General, Mobile, Mobile Stuff, Tips and Tricks | No Comments »

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Free Norton Anti Virus 2010 Download for 90 Days

Norton is not giving out Norton 360 and Norton Anti Virus 2010 free download for 90 days. There are lot of significant improvement in the speed and technology in the Norton 2010 version. In the earlier days Norton were known to slow down your PC. According to Norton they have built 2010 version security products from the ground up and highly optimized for Windows 7.

Norton 2010 security versions are lightest and take little foot print in the memory. I am using this on one of my PC and speed is significantly improved in comparison to previous versions.

Download Now


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February 23rd, 2010 Bala Krishna Posted in Advertising, Press Release, Product Review, Tips and Tricks, Window Application, Windows 7, windows xp | No Comments »

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Firefox For Mobile

Firefox is now officially available for mobile devices based on open source Nokia’s Maemo OS platform. Below are the list of mobile devices supported by Firefox on Maemo platform. They are also working on Firefox release for Android and Windows Mobile devices but no future plan to release Firefox for iPhone, Blackberry and Symbian platform due to native restrictions with the operating system.

Maemo Devices Supported

  • Nokia N900
  • Nokia N810

Windows Mobile Devices Supported

  • Samsung Omnia II,
  • AT&T Touch Fuze,
  • HTC Touch Pro

Android Devices Supported

To be release for Android device.


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February 21st, 2010 Bala Krishna Posted in Blogging, Browser Stuff, Firefox, Firefox Add-On, Mobile, Mobile Stuff, Tips and Tricks | No Comments »

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Firefox Security Loopholes Detected

Firefox has three identified security loop holes known as MSFA 2010-01, 2010-02 and 2010-03 in the 3.5.x and 3.0.x Firefox browser versions. These security flaws involve memory related errors which can allow hackers to run any command on a victim computer. Other two flaws related to cross-site scripting attacks.

Mozilla Firefox has released security patches for these security flaws. Released patches are for Firefox 3.5.x and 3.0.x series. Firefox have included patch for these flaws in Firefox 3.6 series so users who are running Firefox 3.6 need not to install patches for these vulnerabilities. Users who are running Firefox 3.5.x or 3.0.x series must upgrade to 3.6 version or install patch separately in order to protect their PC from possible attacks.

What’s New in Firefox 3.6

Firefox 3.6 built over latest Gecko 1.9.2 platform which contain many improvements for developers and users. This version is more faster then its predecessors and optimized for small devices operating systems.

Firefox 3.6 features include:

  • Available in more than 70 languages
  • Support for new theme technology called Personas. Personas themes are easy-to-install and can change entire Firefox look in a single click.
  • Protection from out-dated plugins by giving you warning message. Old versions of plug-ins can cause crashes and other stability problems. Firefox provides safer and more stable experience when using plugins.
  • Improved JavaScript performance, overall browser responsiveness, and startup time.
  • The ability for web developers to indicate that scripts should run asynchronously to speed up page load times.
  • Continued support for downloadable web fonts using the new WOFF font format.
  • Support for new CSS attributes such as gradients, background sizing, and pointer events.
  • Support for new DOM and HTML5 specifications including the Drag & Drop API and the File API, which allow for more interactive web pages.
  • Changes to how third-party software can integrate with Firefox in order to prevent crashes.

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February 21st, 2010 Bala Krishna Posted in Browser Stuff, Bug Fix, Firefox, Firefox Add-On, General, Web Technology | No Comments »

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3 Steps to open docx file in the older Microsoft Office version

It is very difficult to open .docx files for the user who are using older version of Microsoft Office. Microsoft Office introduced new .docx file format in the ms office 2007. Users who are using ms office 2003 or older version can not open .docx document.

There are several way to open .docx and other file format associated with MS-Office 2007 like .pptx or .xlsx even without installing ms office 2007.

1) First and easiest way is to use Google docs to open your .docx file. There are several other benefit using Google docs for document. You can convert as well as store your files in Google docs and open wherever you want.  Users who are using Gmail might be already familiar with google doc and know how easy it is to manage doc with Google docs.

2) Use Microsoft office compatibility pack released for backward compatibility. You need to download and install Microsoft office compatibility pack from Microsoft website. After installation you will be able to open .docx file in your microsoft office version currently installed on your system.

3) Download and Use OpenOffice to open .docx file. You can also use OpenOffice for all you Microsoft office need. OpenOffice is now widely used as Microsoft office replacement and commonly used office suite in Linux environment.  This package available in many languages and available for almost all platform including Mac OSX and Linux. Download OpenOffice installer from here. You can also download and use open office portable version without installing OpenOffice whenever you need.


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February 20th, 2010 Bala Krishna Posted in Blogging, Browser Stuff, Gmail Stuff, Tips and Tricks, Web Technology, Window Application | No Comments »

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How to format USB Pen Drive in Ubuntu Linux

I usually format virus infected pen drive to ensure my windows system not infected with the infected pen drive.  Virus written for windows platform usually do not work within Linux platform so you can use infected pen drive without worry in the Linux system. Here i am showing you how you can format USB pen drive from graphical interface and command prompt.

Use below mentioned command to format USB pen drive.

Make sure USB pen is not mounted.

If mounted Click on Places > Computer > Select USB pen > Right click > Select Unmount Volume to unmount volume USB volume.

Check partition label using fdisk command or gnome graphical partition editor.

mkfs command

In my case USB partition label is /dev/sda1. Please check at your end using above method. Be careful using while using partition label, Wrong partition label can wipe out your entire hard disk or specific partition volume.

To format open terminal window and type the command

$ sudo mkfs.vfat /dev/sda1

For LINUX/EXT3 file system use below mentioned command

$ sudo mkfs.ext3 /dev/sda1


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February 20th, 2010 Bala Krishna Posted in Dos Commands, General, Linux, Linux Commands, Tips and Tricks | No Comments »

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New Indian Railway Website – Fresh Look

Experience new Indian railway website. Finally crisp has changed years old website to new fresh look. The new looks is not so good as it should be but certainly it is better then before. Color are too dull and not eye catchy. There is so much more room to improve website design.

One new change i have noticed is the speed. Speed of website loading and information retrieval considerably increased.

Experience the difference and share with others.


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February 18th, 2010 Bala Krishna Posted in Advertising, Blogging, General, India, Snap Shot, Social Media, Social Networking | No Comments »

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