[meteorite-list] Who is Whom

[Gary K. Foote]

Hi Ed,

I may be able to help for free.  email me offlist.

Gary
meteorite-dealers.com

On 16 Jan 2006 at 12:21, Michael L Blood wrote:

> HI Edward,
>         Sorry you are having trouble.
>         First, be assured I am NOT computer sophisticated, so,
> everything I have to say is like "suggestions for computer dummies"
> in finding resources (not the answers)!
>         I am fairly certain that each kind of email software has
> its own way of configuring your sender ID. The first thing you should do is
> email yourself and see if your name as well as email address
> is listed as the sender. If, in fact, it is, then there must be something
> going on between your server and the List server and that is where the
> problem will have to be remedied.  If that is the case, I would then, go
> to METEORITE CENTRAL and see how to email Art and see if he
> can do anything (don't expect a "rush job" as he is a very busy
> fellow and things can take some time, but he tends to be thorough).
>         If, when sending to yourself your name is NOT indicated as
> the sender, then you must determine how your particular email
> program configures your email ID. I have a couple of Ceber Tec
> guys - one charges $40/hr the other $25/hr. Guess which one I always
> try to get first? (BTW, one you start using/paying one once or twice,
> "easy" problems like this are usually remedied with a 2 minute
> phone call with "no charge."
>         While you are at it, you may have other problems with your
> computer, as this is certainly a 2 minute job and you will be paying
> for a 1 hr minimum, so, have them show you how to do the 10 or
> 15 things you always knew your computer could do but couldn't
> figure out before.
>         The other option is "networking" a friend - of all the people you
> know, at least 2 or 3 are probably pretty sophisticated with computers
> and 1 is likely to warrant the status "computer geek" - and they tend
> to be very helpful, especially for a single problem.
>         Of course, there are probably 20 on the list and someone is likely
> to come to your aid - I would suggest getting their phone number and
> calling them - usually it is easier and faster - the cost of the call on
> your end is MUCH cheaper than a professional.
>         In any event, the name of your email software will likely be
> important (mine is "Entourage")  and be sure they know whether you
> are on a PC or a Mac, as this may dramatically effect the situation.
>         You can also google the name of your email software, go to their
> site and seek directions - they usually have Q & A pages, etc. and this
> may be something you can address yourself.
>         Lastly: If you send me a JPG of you we can all see to whom it is
> we are communicating!
>         Best wishes, Michael
> 
> 
> on 1/16/06 6:21 AM, roc350 at optonline.net at roc350 at optonline.net wrote:
> 
> > Dear List,
> > When I receive a post from the list, I am able to see the name of the person
> > who composed it in the "from" column. When I send posts, for some reason my
> > e-mail address is displyed and not my name. How do I correct this?
> > 
> > Edward Kerr 
> > 
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