User talk:The Founders Intent/Archives/2007/November

Welcome, and German translating

Have _we_ got work for you! ;) Seriously, nice to have you here. Check out http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:WikiProject_Scouting/Todo#Germany and see if you want to tackle any of those. YiS, Chris 08:35, 31 October 2007 (UTC)
Do I have to access the German site?--The Founders Intent 12:49, 31 October 2007 (UTC)
You didn't tell what I was suppose to do with the articles.--The Founders Intent 23:17, 31 October 2007 (UTC)

Sorry for being unclear, like Randy says below, if you see something on that list that interests you, click on the German Wikilink and bring it over into an English article. Up to you! :) Chris 01:38, 1 November 2007 (UTC)

Saw your post on the portal page for Scouting. We actually don't get many requests for translation, but it does come in handy sometimes. I see you're new to wiki, so just find an article that interests you and help improve. Just ask if you have questions. — Rlevse • Talk • 00:04, 1 November 2007 (UTC)

I just put my name in as someone willing to work on translations, that's all.--The Founders Intent 02:17, 1 November 2007 (UTC)

The Military history WikiProject Newsletter : Issue XX (October 2007)

The October 2007 issue of the Military history WikiProject newsletter has been published. You may read the newsletter, change the format in which future issues will be delivered to you, or unsubscribe from this notification by following the link. Thank you.

Delivered by grafikbot 15:01, 3 November 2007 (UTC)

Polyview

..is mostly an image viewing program but it also allows image creation and manipulation. I mostly use it to browse image folders but it's also gppd for importing screencaps, fixing them & exporting as JPG files. I think it's at www.polybytes.com and is, IIRC, totally free. --Rodhullandemu (talk - contribs) 19:01, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

Article Help

Roger, as a matter of fact, I could use some help in getting started. I haven't been able to figure out how to create a new article. I see some templates available but can figure out how to use them. I could use a tutor. Thanks.--The Founders Intent 17:25, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

No problems. This place is a nightmare at first :))

Anyhow, there are two ways to create a page (article). These example will create two sandbox pages for you to experiment with in your user space.

The first way is to search on exactly the article name you want, in this case "The Founders Intent/Sandbox 1". You'll get a message back saying that that article can't be found but asking if you want to create it. Then just click on the red text and an edit window will appear. You type into that and save. You have now created your first article page.

The second way is to create a link to a future article by typing [[The Founders Intent/Sandbox 2]] on your user page or wherever. When you press the show preview button, the article name will appear in the preview window in red. Click on it and you'll get an edit window. Type text into it and save. You now have a second sandbox page.

You apply exactly the same principles for creating articles in main space (ie the encyclopedia itself).

You can arrange to delete these sandbox pages at any time by typing {{db-author}} into them and saving. these will alert the administrators that you'd like them deleted.

--ROGER DAVIES ^TALK 19:22, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

Thanks, I missed the obvious as usual.  ;)--The Founders Intent 19:26, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

And so did I! I see you've already created Sandbox pages (blush) --ROGER DAVIES ^TALK 19:28, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

Incidentally, do you want to have a go at Tag & Assess 2007? I'll give you as much input as you need at first and you'll accumulate some awards for your user page :))) --ROGER DAVIES ^TALK 21:40, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

I don't know, I haven't even written an article yet. I started one on Master of Engineering Management, but haven't gotten far with it yet. Don't know if I'm qualified to assess articles yet.--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 22:02, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

I've just been looking at it. Not too bad at all for a first attempt. Don't forget you need to supply reliable sources for anything that might be questioned, i.e. the content needs to be verifiable. --ROGER DAVIES ^TALK 23:41, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

Hey, trust me.  ;)--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 23:45, 9 November 2007 (UTC)

Okay, now in trust mode :) --ROGER DAVIES ^TALK 08:55, 10 November 2007 (UTC)

User Box

No problem, I'll lighten it. --Rodhullandemu (talk - contribs) 00:18, 10 November 2007 (UTC)

Actually, it was easier just to use the same format as all other degree boxes, so it's fixed now. --Rodhullandemu (talk - contribs) 00:27, 10 November 2007 (UTC)

Thanks, I'm working on an article for it.--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 01:04, 10 November 2007 (UTC)

Fair use rationale for Image:Hacker-Pschorr.jpg

Thanks for uploading or contributing to Image:Hacker-Pschorr.jpg. I notice the image page specifies that the image is being used under fair use but there is not a suitable explanation or rationale as to why each specific use in Wikipedia constitutes fair use. Please go to the image description page and edit it to include a fair use rationale.

If you have uploaded other fair use media, consider checking that you have specified the fair use rationale on those pages too. You can find a list of 'image' pages you have edited by clicking on the "my contributions" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "Image" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free media lacking such an explanation will be deleted one week after they have been uploaded, as described on criteria for speedy deletion. If you have any questions please ask them at the Media copyright questions page. Thank you. NOTE: once you correct this, please remove the tag from the image's page. STBotI 01:45, 16 November 2007 (UTC)

Cat talk

What qualifies as a notable local unit?--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 20:37, 16 November 2007 (UTC)

I moved this to WP:SCOUT's talk page, it's a better place for it and will get more talk going. — Rlevse • Talk • 22:15, 16 November 2007 (UTC)

Sex for Sam

This is unsourced as well.--E tac (talk) 13:51, 23 November 2007 (UTC)

Then maybe you should edit the other article too.--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 13:55, 23 November 2007 (UTC)

Bell 533

Ever get over to Fort Eustis at all? --Born2flie (talk) 07:54, 25 November 2007 (UTC)
Everyday.--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 03:01, 26 November 2007 (UTC)

I was wondering if you could see if AATD has any pics of the 533 we could use on Wikipedia, or if you could take some pictures (or have some pictures) you'd be willing to release under GFDL for the article? A lot to ask a stranger, I know, don't feel obligated in any way. I just saw your location and thought I'd ask. Thanks. --Born2flie (talk) 08:51, 26 November 2007 (UTC)

Who are you?--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 13:04, 26 November 2007 (UTC)

Wow, a lot of ways to take that question. I'll simply point out that somewhere I recall reading a more descriptive location for you (HR,VA) and gubbermint in relation to your occupation on your user page or somewhere else on Wikipedia where our paths have crossed. Putting two and two together, I figured maybe you got over to Fort Useless every once in a while. I attended AIT there in a former life, and the bus used to pass by the AATD building with the display of the Bell 533 out front.

If you mean your question in another manner, please elaborate on the question. --Born2flie (talk) 21:15, 26 November 2007 (UTC)

No thanks for the reply. You want a pic of that old thing? That was so last century. BTW, mums the word.  ;)--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 00:13, 27 November 2007 (UTC)

Wingweb vs. Vector site

A conversation that shares the same information found on Talk:AH-64 Apache. --Born2flie (talk) 00:38, 28 November 2007 (UTC)

MrG's (Greg Goebel's) site: http://www.vectorsite.net --Born2flie (talk) 00:42, 28 November 2007 (UTC)

AeroEngineer2008 - Yes I'm of tired of that user deleting my link

I just want to provide a tool for Engineers to size and design rotors using a first order analysis. I make no money on the program. It free for anyone. Any suggestions?

I suppose you could make that clear on the linked page, copyright free and no charge. I don't know, I just work here.  ;)--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 23:40, 28 November 2007 (UTC)

Work where? Wikipediaville? —Preceding unsigned comment added by AeroEngineer2008 (talk • contribs) 00:09, 29 November 2007 (UTC)

Yeah.  ;)--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 01:00, 29 November 2007 (UTC)

Peculiar?

Not sure what you mean here. If commenting on admin failure is vandalism, we're all in trouble. --Rodhullandemu (please reply here - contribs) 00:23, 30 November 2007 (UTC)

I thought it was peculiar that the admin would claim that you are vandalizing, given you are regular there.--THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^TALK 00:51, 30 November 2007 (UTC)

It is bizarre to paste a VW template when what is being claimed is a breach of WP:CIVIL- but then I get used to admins just losing the plot- see WP:ANI re User:MatthewHoffman, for example. its dispiriting when you don't get the support when you need it. --Rodhullandemu (please reply here - contribs) 02:06, 30 November 2007 (UTC)