What can a newbie do?

[Garneth]

Hi all, another noob! :o

I've done a few searches to no avail so a simple question with lots of possible answers I'm sure:

As I have just received my O2 XDA Orbit, what, if anything, would the Moderators/Admin guys recommend I do to improve the performance of my Orbit (not that I am aware of any limits so far) or what essential bits of software should I have? Please be aware that my knowledge of computers, PDA's and all this other techno-wizardry could be written on the back of a nano-bot in large font, so please, it will have to be kept to a very very simple level.

If I am too dumb to be able to do anything other than enjoy what I have, please feel free to say so! :rolleyes:

[chandlercjh]

Hi all, another noob! :o

I've done a few searches to no avail so a simple question with lots of possible answers I'm sure:

As I have just received my O2 XDA Orbit, what, if anything, would the Moderators/Admin guys recommend I do to improve the performance of my Orbit (not that I am aware of any limits so far) or what essential bits of software should I have? Please be aware that my knowledge of computers, PDA's and all this other techno-wizardry could be written on the back of a nano-bot in large font, so please, it will have to be kept to a very very simple level.

If I am too dumb to be able to do anything other than enjoy what I have, please feel free to say so! :rolleyes:

You could try reading the wiki - or using the search button for a start.....

http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Artemis

But U guess that being a noob you have the honour of asking 1 silly question!!!

Enjoy the forums.

[Garneth]

You could try reading the wiki - or using the search button for a start.....

http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Artemis

But U guess that being a noob you have the honour of asking 1 silly question!!!

Enjoy the forums.

You see, one stupid question and I get access to something I wouldn't have known to look for. Now all I have to do is understand wtf it's all about. Never heard of a wiki before so I'm not sure what to do about that. That link looks great, but again I have no idea how to utilise it.

Sometimes, some of you guys forget just how difficult it is for noobs to this game!

Thanks though. :D

[Registerme]

Since you are not looking for anything particular, using the search would be useless :D - the wiki is good but has many information for advanced noobies ;) so why don't you start with reading all the threads that you find to be interesting.

I'd recommend you to go to pocketpcmag.com and check out the "best sites" section and start reading about pdas in general, download some apps and get to know Windows Mobile. Try your first registry hack or simply take a look inside to find out how it funtions.

When you have managed this (could take a month or more) then pick a ROM and flash it to your device. Before you do this be sure to do use the USPL patch and make sure you are doing everthing right BEFORE you do it! When your device is "bricked" you probably need help from somebody in the forum. It's better to have a working backup plan before you try that.
I think Meschle's ROM is a good start if you ever wanna try because he included the USPL patch to be sure that uploading his ROM doesn't mess with your pda.

Have fun using this great pda!

[Garneth]

Since you are not looking for anything particular, using the search would be useless :D - the wiki is good but has many information for advanced noobies ;) so why don't you start with reading all the threads that you find to be interesting.

I'd recommend you to go to pocketpcmag.com and check out the "best sites" section and start reading about pdas in general, download some apps and get to know Windows Mobile. Try your first registry hack or simply take a look inside to find out how it funtions.

When you have managed this (could take a month or more) then pick a ROM and flash it to your device. Before you do this be sure to do use the USPL patch and make sure you are doing everthing right BEFORE you do it! When your device is "bricked" you probably need help from somebody in the forum. It's better to have a working backup plan before you try that.
I think Meschle's ROM is a good start if you ever wanna try because he included the USPL patch to be sure that uploading his ROM doesn't mess with your pda.

Have fun using this great pda!

Thanks for that...things do start to become clearer. I will check out that web site and I think I now realise that this site is more for advanced users than complete newbies like me...sorry! :o

I will try a registy hack (once I find out how to do it...;) )

Thanks for your reply! <beer>