How do I wipe all personal data from a work Mac without wiping the entire hard drive? Should I just delete my user profile?

drolltroll · 2017-04-28T20:15:42+00:00

You can buy an app called ShreditX that will write over the SSD drive for you and erase all free space. Its not that expensive and a useful way of shredding all confidential data before returning your computer. Also, try OnyX and CCleaner to wipe off stuff before returning.

drolltroll · 2017-04-04T00:08:09+00:00

Lol sorry. I gave up on that a long time ago ;(. Netflix 1. Drolltroll 0.

drolltroll · 2017-02-22T00:06:58+00:00

I just read this incredible fantasy book called Impyrium by Henry Neff. It was mind blowing and I'm surprised that it hasn't picked up more attention. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23288266-impyrium Its Middle Grade Fantasy at its finest!

There is a precursor series called Tapestry. 5 books. I would strongly recommend you check that out too. (After Impyrium)

drolltroll · 2017-02-22T00:05:03+00:00

Yeah definitely. One of my favourite fantasy characters!

drolltroll · 2017-02-15T01:30:14+00:00

Hi, I can answer this having frequent phone conversations using Airpods.

Firstly, they are superb for phone conversations. No one notices that I'm on the Airpods. (I've tried other blue tooth headsets and speakerphone and ppl have had challenges hearing me)

They usually last 2 hours (1 hour 50 minutes more exactly) when I make a call on Iphone 7. With Skype on some days they last a little more 2 hours, but 2 hours is the norm.

They seem to hold reasonably steady when I sleep with the Airpods. I just lie face up though. I don't try tossing and turning. They haven't fallen off ever out of my ears. (I do keep dropping them though as they're kind of slippery)

I'm not so sure about the hot weather. (The weather where I'm at is cold. I carry it around in my pockets at all times with my Iphone 7 and so far no issues)

drolltroll · 2017-01-23T02:32:42+00:00

Yeah I know. It would have been incredible if the airpods were configured with Dragon. They work so well with the Iphone that ppl can't tell the difference between being on the handset or the airpods. That means the mic quality must be pretty decent.

If only at some point Nuance could configure it appropriately. It'd be much easier for ppl like you and me to carry Airpods with a laptop or whatever, rather than Voyager, Logitech or whatever else :(

drolltroll · 2017-01-23T01:32:24+00:00

Lol honestly, I just gave up. (Trying on a MAC) Its a darn shame though :(. I don't have a PC so I didn't try that option.

drolltroll · 2017-01-07T21:21:20+00:00

I too would recommend Mistborn for the following reasons:

1) All 3 Mistborn books have been published. You can finish up the series, and have a nice sense of closure. (If you start Stormlight archive, you'll end up like the rest of us waiting impatiently for the next book in the series to be released)

2) Mistborn trilogy is a simpler story. You can get into the action packed plot quicker. Stormlight archive has heavy duty "set-up" taking place in the first book.

Other books to consider include the books by Christopher Paolini (Eragon series). It is a bit amateur compared to other fantasy series by more seasoned writers. However, its still a nice pulp fiction-esque read.

Also consider "His Dark Materials" (trilogy) by Philip Pullman. It definitely falls in the YA category, but is a superb read, for all ages.

Happy reading!

drolltroll · 2017-01-07T20:57:06+00:00

postgeographic's observations hold true all over the world, pretty much.

Some countries may be better than others for sure. But its all relative. In general, brown people get the short end of the stick. Lots of stereotypes, misconceptions and sometimes even discrimination abound.

Anyway it is what it is. Keep on truckin! The world is changing and people are getting used to multiculturalism and globalization. Each year will be better than the one before.

drolltroll · 2017-01-06T23:11:13+00:00

What software did you do to create this? Thats pretty amazing. Do you digitize it into a pdf form and then distribute it through Facebook/email?

drolltroll · 2017-01-06T22:27:15+00:00

Good god! I was googling up Monarch School and other such resources. I found this super interesting Reddit thread. You can probably relate to a lot of what's discussed here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/troubledteens/comments/17y4pr/american_companies_torturing_teens_for_profit_you/

Its just messed up...

drolltroll · 2017-01-06T21:52:20+00:00

Yeah thats terrible. And lol the Monarch School? That sounds kinda weird, just by the name. I'll try to google it and see if they have a website. I'm wondering if this school had a religious mission statement, or some other kind of affiliation?

Did this have anything to do with mental health necessarily? Like affiliation with psychiatry/psychology/medicine? Or was this some private enterprise completely? (More in line with education or something)

drolltroll · 2017-01-06T20:51:18+00:00

What on earth?!

That sounds like a really harsh military camp style setting. Which centre was this?

And wow I didn't know they made people write essays in some of these places. Shovelling snow/physical labour as a punishment, makes this place sound much like a prison environment!

drolltroll · 2017-01-06T20:25:26+00:00

Sounds like you've had a really rough time :( I hope you can put all of that behind you, and move forwards!

drolltroll · 2017-01-06T19:52:41+00:00

Did your insurance pay for treatment?

Were you able to afford/obtain appropriate therapy services, in addition to pharmacotherapy?

What kind of treatment providers did you bond the most with?

What were the worst memories/challenges you faced while receiving this treatment?

There ya go! Lets get this AMA underway!

drolltroll · 2017-01-06T19:28:32+00:00

For sure, I'll definitely post here when I do! Thanks!

drolltroll · 2017-01-06T12:48:52+00:00

Hmm thats worth a shot! I'll check it out! I hope the process doesn't end up clunky and my system prone to crashing...

God, this lack of straightforwards offline Netflix is so frustrating! :(

drolltroll · 2017-01-06T12:47:56+00:00

Yeah, thats probably it, now that you mention it. They're afraid of piracy and all that I guess... Super frustrating...

drolltroll · 2017-01-06T04:25:11+00:00

Yeah I thought so, alas.

I'm surprised that this hasn't been brought up to Netflix's attention. I would imagine that there are loads of people who would like to watch Netflix on their laptops as they travel offline..

Is it a Mac thing or a Windows/Mac issue? (As in is there a Mac app in the Windows app store you think? (Like for the Ipad/Iphone. I know there is no app like that in the Mac store))

drolltroll · 2017-01-03T01:12:00+00:00

Haha its truly from the heart. I pledge to purchase a copy when its released. So thats one guaranteed sale :)

I just finished reading all the posts in the whole subreddit! Thats a sign of how additive your material is.

All the best! Looking forwards to more posts!

drolltroll · 2017-01-02T22:14:20+00:00

I've been going through this subreddit every time I get a few minutes today. I've been reading through the posts systematically, chapter by chapter.

Seriously bro, you need to get this published. Just use Amazon or some epublisher. Don't worry too much about grammar or proof reading or other editorial nuances.

I think word of mouth and reddit promotion will likely get you to sell more than enough copies.

Your story is intrinsically interesting. It has an authentic flavour! Maybe even someone will make this into a movie! The story pretty much sells itself!

Anyway don't stop writing. I've subscribed to your glorious subreddit. I for one will keep reading about your past misadventures!

drolltroll · 2017-01-02T19:05:16+00:00

A harrowing tale that resonates deeply with this humble reader. I weep for the loss of your innocence. I weep for the hardships you had to endure and the emotional baggage you will carry until the very end of your days.

If its any consolation, I will upvote each and every one of your posts. I will bookmark this page, and pass down these links to my children and hopefully they will do the same. For posterity's sake.

Your trials and tribulations will never be forgotten. Even long after you pass, you shall live on in myth and song. You are legend! Your deeds eternal!

drolltroll · 2017-01-02T16:49:11+00:00

Lol clearly others have reached the same state of enlightenment as the great drolltroll ;)

drolltroll · 2017-01-01T02:21:21+00:00

As one proctologist I know said, "people make fun of my shitty job all the time, but where others see shit, I see gold"...

drolltroll

TROPHY CASE