@JaredBusch said in Powershell (or CMD) to print PDF files:

@JaredBusch said in Powershell (or CMD) to print PDF files:

I can easily print the PDF with Start-Process in a simple PowerShell script from the user machine

Because this is launching an actual process of whatever the default PDF viewer is I still would like something better than Start-Process if anything exists.

There's no native support in PowerShell/.NET from my understanding, so you'd need to rely on an external tool which is what I'm guessing you're launching with Start-Process.

The only thing I can think of atm is keeping the Windows box logged on to, and running the process as the user or launching the process with ServiceUI.exe from within the PowerShell script.

@JaredBusch said in Powershell (or CMD) to print PDF files:

@Obsolesce I guess maybe instead of a webpage I could have some kind of PowerShell application running with a little GUI for the feedback?

Could you serve the same web page from the Windows box and have it do the printing?
Another possibility, use node or php to run a powershell script from the web page.
Otherwise yes, you could make a simple PowerShell GUI script to have the scanner enter the info and print. Then what? They would use that Windows box instead of the Mint box?

@scottalanmiller said in Resources for Learning HTML & CSS Web Design:

Does anyone have good resources for web design? Good books or YouTube or websites? I'm talking actual skilled design, not "I bought a template for WordPress and changed teh colors using a GUI". I want to get people up to speed on hand coding HTML and CSS, understanding things like Bootstrap and so forth.

I'm not aware of any specific videos for HTML and CSS, but what I have been using here and there is SoloLearn. The Android app for it is great. The best part about it is that for each part of the course, there's public comments. You can learn so much more useful things browsing through those after reading each step of the course. It's been a great help.

My most recent course in Sololearn is the C#. I don't only use Sololearn, but it's a great addition to other resources. I used a great 45-hour Udemy course as my main source. That said, I do remember seeing HTML and CSS in Sololearn.

As for websites, when I need to reference HTML and CSS, my go-to sites are:

HTML:

• https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Learn/HTML
• https://www.w3schools.com/html/default.asp

CSS:

• https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Learn/CSS
• https://www.w3schools.com/css/default.asp

Most of my HTML/CSS usage these days is the ad-hoc need to reference something, so there's likely better tutorials than I listed. But it might be good to check out SASS and SCSS as well, as I have been needing to reference those more and more.

@scottalanmiller said in Remote session with Chrome OS ?:

@WrCombs that site doesn't even exist here.

Or here.

@DustinB3403 said in Windows Server Licensing:

HPE has some tool which indicates the inverse here

This tool is correct, as far as I've last known.

@DustinB3403 said in Windows Server Licensing:

Hey all, long time.

Just had a conversation with my purchasing guy, who's been doing this for decades the conversation came up about Server licensing, 1 Socket or 2 (or 400) and the core count.

Can someone refresh my memory on the specifics of this.

• I would eat my hat, but I could've sworn the licensing is every core and socket (using Standard licensing) needs to be licensed with a Core-Pack (16 core minimum) and the Server Standard license.

• He's under the impression that you only need to purchase 1 Server Standard license and the core-pack to cover the spread of those cores.

Microsoft's licensing seems to indicate that its a Per Socket with a Core Rider, as indicated here.

HPE has some tool which indicates the inverse here

You need to license 16x cores as a minimum, regardless.

If you have 1x socket @ 16x cores, or 2x sockets @ 8x cores each. You are covered via minumum.

If you have 2x sockets @ 10x cores, you need to license 20 cores total. (16x minimum, + 4x more cores) No more, no less.

If you hae 4x sockets @ 4x cores for example, you still need to purchase twice the minimum, which is licensing 32x cores.

@RojoLoco said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

Another 12 hour recording session on Saturday, but the tracking is DONE. Now we wait on the 1st mixdown...

When can we check it out?

@EddieJennings said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

@nadnerB said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

Getting started with Intune... getting caught up with seeing what Android Enterprise is about... sigh scope creep for todays work

A couple of people on my team have to deal with InTune. I don't envy them. Luckily, I have plenty of Linux work to keep me from being roped in.

Intune*

Yeah there's a lot to it depeng on requirements. I simple setups it's nothing.

@WrCombs said in Reboot resets Desktop Win 10 -:

@Obsolesce said in Reboot resets Desktop Win 10 -:

@WrCombs said in Reboot resets Desktop Win 10 -:

Got a client running Windows 10, and every time they restart the computer, it resets everything on the desktop - Background is wiped, apps and programs are removed, files are removed, the only things that stay are the recycling bin, and Edge. I have no idea what is causing this, and I have no idea where to start. Anyone seen this before?

Just reload it with Win11 or latest Win10?

Would love to, but don't have the ability to.

Care to elaborate?

@WrCombs said in Reboot resets Desktop Win 10 -:

Got a client running Windows 10, and every time they restart the computer, it resets everything on the desktop - Background is wiped, apps and programs are removed, files are removed, the only things that stay are the recycling bin, and Edge. I have no idea what is causing this, and I have no idea where to start. Anyone seen this before?

Just reload it with Win11 or latest Win10?

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@WrCombs said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

Does anyone know what could be causing that?

Google.
Google Chrome is one of the worst.

Try Edge.

@scottalanmiller said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

We are back after the big time update. We are on Lunar Lobster now. And on NodeBB 3!

It seems way faster now.

Of course, there are likely more products now because ChatGPT cutoff is in 2021, but you can ask the same stuff with others that have current info, or feed it some links that compare all the modern.

IMO, it's time to get on the train or leave the station to make room for those who will... if you know what I mean.

@JasGot

What is an easy to use and efficient project tracking system I can use to keep track of my projects, which also doesn't create a lot of extra work in and of itself?

There are various project tracking systems available in the market, ranging from simple to complex, paid to free, and cloud-based to desktop-based. Here are some easy-to-use and efficient project tracking systems that you may find helpful:

1. Trello: Trello is a simple and intuitive project management tool that uses a visual board format to help users manage their projects. The platform allows you to create cards for individual tasks, which can be organized into columns based on their status. Trello also has a mobile app, which makes it easy to track your projects on the go.

2. Asana: Asana is a cloud-based project tracking system that is easy to use and offers a range of features to help manage your projects. The platform allows you to create tasks, assign them to team members, set deadlines, and track progress. Asana also offers a mobile app, which makes it easy to stay on top of your projects when you're away from your desk.

3. ClickUp: ClickUp is a project management tool that is easy to use and customizable. The platform allows you to create tasks, assign them to team members, set priorities, and track progress. ClickUp also offers a range of integrations with other tools, such as Slack and Google Drive, to make project management even more streamlined.

4. Monday.com: Monday.com is a project tracking system that uses a visual board format to help users manage their projects. The platform allows you to create tasks, assign them to team members, set deadlines, and track progress. Monday.com also offers a range of integrations with other tools, such as Trello and Google Calendar, to make project management even more streamlined.

5. Airtable: Airtable is a cloud-based project management tool that combines the features of a spreadsheet with a database to help users manage their projects. The platform allows you to create tasks, assign them to team members, set deadlines, and track progress. Airtable also offers a mobile app, which makes it easy to stay on top of your projects when you're away from your desk.

All of these tools offer free and paid plans, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs and budget.

What are 15 other options that fit my description?

Sure, here are 15 other project tracking systems that you may find helpful:

1. Basecamp: A popular cloud-based project management tool that offers to-do lists, message boards, scheduling, and file sharing.

2. Wrike: A cloud-based project management tool that offers task and resource management, time tracking, and project reports.

3. Teamwork: A cloud-based project management tool that offers project planning, collaboration, and task management.

4. Podio: A cloud-based project management tool that offers customizable workspaces, tasks, and project management.

5. JIRA: A cloud-based project management tool that offers agile project management, issue tracking, and software development tools.

6. Smartsheet: A cloud-based project management tool that offers project planning, collaboration, and automated workflows.

7. Notion: A flexible all-in-one workspace tool that offers project management, notes, wikis, and task lists.

8. Monday.com: A cloud-based project management tool that uses a visual board format to help users manage their projects.

9. ClickUp: A project management tool that offers task management, project planning, and collaboration.

10. Todoist: A cloud-based task management tool that offers lists, tags, and recurring tasks.

11. Microsoft Project: A desktop-based project management tool that offers scheduling, task management, and resource allocation.

12. Redmine: An open-source project management tool that offers issue tracking, wiki, and time tracking.

13. Toggl Plan: A cloud-based project management tool that offers team planning, timelines, and project scheduling.

14. KanbanFlow: A cloud-based project management tool that uses a Kanban board to help users manage their projects.

15. Zenkit: A cloud-based project management tool that offers task management, collaboration, and data visualization.

All of these tools have different features and pricing plans, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs and budget.

What are another 15 options? Then give me the top 5 of the 35 total provided that seem simplest, the least involved, and balanced with features and usefulness.

Sure, here are another 15 project tracking systems:

16. MeisterTask: A cloud-based project management tool that offers customizable project boards, collaboration, and automation.

17. ActiveCollab: A cloud-based project management tool that offers task and project management, time tracking, and invoicing.

18. Zoho Projects: A cloud-based project management tool that offers task management, Gantt charts, and project reports.

19. Clarizen: A cloud-based project management tool that offers project planning, collaboration, and task management.

20. Hive: A cloud-based project management tool that offers task management, collaboration, and analytics.

21. Easy Projects: A cloud-based project management tool that offers project planning, collaboration, and resource management.

22. Paymo: A cloud-based project management tool that offers task management, time tracking, and invoicing.

23. Workzone: A cloud-based project management tool that offers task management, project tracking, and collaboration.

24. Freedcamp: A cloud-based project management tool that offers project management, collaboration, and task lists.

25. GanttProject: A desktop-based project management tool that offers Gantt charts and task management.

26. Smoove: A cloud-based project management tool that offers task management, project tracking, and collaboration.

27. Evernote: A note-taking tool that can also be used for project management and collaboration.

28. Google Sheets: A spreadsheet tool that can be used for project tracking and task management.

29. Google Tasks: A simple task management tool that integrates with other Google tools.

30. Google Keep: A note-taking tool that can also be used for task management and project tracking.

Out of the 35 project tracking systems mentioned, here are the top 5 that seem to be simplest, least involved, and balanced with features and usefulness:

1. Trello
2. Asana
3. ClickUp
4. Basecamp
5. MeisterTask

All of these tools offer a simple and intuitive interface, along with a range of features to help you manage your projects effectively. They also have mobile apps, making it easy to track your projects on the go.

@EddieJennings said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

Just finished successful upgrade of laptop to Fedora 38.

How is it?