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TAPACOM general announcements

TAPACOM Web Site Updated to WordPress 3.3

The TAPACOM web site has been updated to use the latest version of WordPress, 3.3. If you find any usability issues with the TAPACOM site as a result of this change please let me know by contacting me at: http://www.tapacom.net/contact/

Please use the contact form

Please use the contact form provided in this web site to contact me for any requests or questions. There is no guarantee that the email address that’s been used in the past will continue to be used. But the contact form will always be current. Here is the link to the contact form: http://www.tapacom.net/contact/

TAPACOM is mobile friendly

Mobile use has become an important part of the Internet and requires web page layouts that are more useable. WordPress plug-in developers have created solutions to re-purpose traditional site layouts for the smaller screen space on smart phones. I’ve installed a plug-in that will do this for the smaller displays of the iPhone, iPod touch, Google Android, Blackberry Storm, Torch and other touch-based smart phones. … Continue reading

Moving mailing lists to Mailman

I have switched the TAPACOM Announcements email list over to the Mailman list server software. While the old list software, LetterRip, was perfectly functional, Mailman provides for more flexibility and a more robust feature set. This change only applies to the TAPACOM Announcements list at this time. Over the coming weeks I will convert the mailing lists for clients’ lists to the Mailman server, too. … Continue reading

System and Network Update

Here is a list of the system changes that were started last month and will last for a few more days. Early in February it came to my attention that our network access provider was sold to another company. This sudden change provided me with an opportunity to consider alternatives instead of contracting with the new network owner. I am happy to report that I’ve … Continue reading

Transition to a new network

TAPACOM is currently in the process of relocating its servers to new networks. You may experience some periods of difficulty reaching web sites and network services. The transition period is expected to last until March 20, 2011.

WordPress releases Thelonius (WordPress 3.0)

TAPACOM clients currently on the WordPress system should begin upgrading their websites with the latest version, called Thelonius. The latest incarnation of WordPress includes many new features that will increase the functionality of your web sites. Those clients who are familiar with the upgrade process may perform the upgrade themselves. Download the files from the link at the bottom of this message and install via … Continue reading

FTP server upgraded

The TAPACOM FTP server has been upgraded to the latest version of Rumpus. New Features Added: File Search Allow users to search for files by name or content. Guest Transfers Send files to “guest” users, without having to create user accounts for one-time transfers.  Guest uploads are supported, too. Growl Notifications Growl offers easy, lightning quick desktop notices of file uploads or downloads. iPhone Interface … Continue reading

FTP server upgraded

FTP access has been restored with an upgrade to the latest version of Rumpus. This change allows users the ability to connect to the server via the web browser (Web File Manager) and via WebDAV in addition to traditional FTP client applications If you have any questions or find any problems please report them to me right away.

FTP access switched off temporarily

FTP access to the server has been temporarily switched off. Some maintenance will be done on the FTP service and access should be restored by October 19, 2009. If there are any files that need to uploaded contact me at 808-550-8554 or send email.