Chris "Club Drop" Ambler's Dropshark has been released

[Togoodhlth]

Thank you! .NET isn't that hard to figure out. Just download the 1.1 version from Microsoft (usually an option in Windows Update), and you're good to go.

And note that the build currently available for download has the heinous date-picker bug that I reintroduced through my own sheer stupidity. It's frustrating, because the bug doesn't seem to manifest itself when the program and the server are in the same time zone, so it's hard to debug (I have to temporarily convince my testing machine that it's in Australia).

I'm working on the new build now, and will have it out before dinnertime, or I'll be sent to bed without dessert

Instead of overwriting the old version I deleted it and downloaded the new one. I know there were bugs but it wouldnt let me download the list. It showed that it had and even showed numbers for the 3 letter, 4 letter etc but there were no domains actually loaded.
Is this due to the fact that I didn't overwrite?

For now I am just going to wait for the new version but I am not sure if I should just remove everything and just download the new build or should I overwrite what I have?

Unfortunately I have already had a taste and am having withdrawals!

Thanks

John

 

[cambler]

If you completely delete the old version and put the new one in its place, you will have no problems except for the fact that you will be deleting your profile. In doing that, you will have to re-enter your account name, and all of your saved searches will be lost, as that's where they're stored.

With that said, I'm putting in a configurable option to store your saved searches on the server, so that if you ever do remove your profile file, you won't lose them.

If the n-letter buttons have numbers on them, then the list was downloaded. When you look on the complete-list tab, you don't see it?!

 

[cambler]

Just a note to let those waiting know that I've finished the code changes and am starting the profile pass now, so 1.0.625.1 should release tonight, on time.

Someone should send me the F$ to upgrade to platinum so I can post to the dropping domains forum on here. People have been asking questions for which I have the answers, but, alas, I only have F$226 - I'll have to post a lot more before I can upgrade

 

[Togoodhlth]

If you completely delete the old version and put the new one in its place, you will have no problems except for the fact that you will be deleting your profile. In doing that, you will have to re-enter your account name, and all of your saved searches will be lost, as that's where they're stored.

With that said, I'm putting in a configurable option to store your saved searches on the server, so that if you ever do remove your profile file, you won't lose them.

If the n-letter buttons have numbers on them, then the list was downloaded. When you look on the complete-list tab, you don't see it?!

Correct the list does not show up anywhere including when I click the complete-list tab.

 

[actnow]

Chris,

It will not load 7-1 nor 7-2.

Anytime I try to use compound words. Nothing happens.
Thinking that maybe it is cranking away, and working on the data.
I left it running for 20 minutes. But, nothing came up.

You need to have a back button. So, I don't need to exit and restart
if I want to do something different.

 

[actnow]

Chris,

I do not know anything about computer programming.

However, why didn't you structure your script to run on the
server like DeletedDomains.com?

I would assume it would operate better if you did it totally on the
server. And, it would elliminate a lot of problems listed in this thread.

?????

 

[cambler]

7/1 and 7/2 have not yet been released by Verisign. Every few weeks, Verisign is late by over a day with the new reports. I'm working on some code that will trap this situation and present you with a notice so you don't think it's just failing to load.

There is no "back" button because once the in-memory tables are built, clearing them and starting over creates HUGE memory fragmentation. It's about a week's work to get the lists clearing properly for a re-start, so I've put that feature on the list for version 1.1, so I can get more usable features out the door.

The compound word issue is new. In tomorrow's build, I'm adding code that will transmit to the server the amount of memory and the heap statistics when you start up the program. That way, if I see a configuration that raises a red flag, I can simulate it on my end to see if it's a problem.

Can you tell me how much memory you have in your computers? Less than 128 Megs?

 

[actnow]

7/1 and 7/2 have not yet been released by Verisign. Every few weeks, Verisign is late by over a day with the new reports.

I did not know that.

There is no "back" button because once the in-memory tables are built, clearing them and starting over creates HUGE memory fragmentation.

Good point

The compound word issue is new. In tomorrow's build, I'm adding code that will transmit to the server the amount of memory and the heap statistics when you start up the program. That way, if I see a configuration that raises a red flag, I can simulate it on my end to see if it's a problem.

Good idea

Can you tell me how much memory you have in your computers? Less than 128 Megs?

On this computer, 256.

 

[cambler]

256M should be more than enough for the compound word table. Have you tried it after loading a single day, to see if that works?

Worst case, I can send you a debug DLL that will checkpoint it and show me where it's hanging for you, so I can fix it.

The joys of software!

 

[actnow]

The 7-1 and 7-2 list now loads. However, I already checked the
28, 29, 30.

How do you just search the 7-1 and 7-2 list?

The drop down date menu doesn't open for me.

 

[cambler]

I'd not thought of that usage. For me, it's always either a single day, or all of the days. I've added a workitem to change the new date-picking system to allow you to select multiple days, but not just 1-or-all.

For now, I'd say load 7/1, search, and then restart with 7/2.

I'm planning a new build tomorrow afternoon/evening provided no new serious bugs are reported before then.

 

[actnow]

The drop down date menu doesn't open for me.

Chris, I can not load just 7-1 or 7-2. I have a choice of loading
all 5 days or the date listed in the drop down menu (which says right now
6-28-04).

The drop down menu does not open!

 

[cambler]

Doesn't open at all?! When you click on the down-arrow just to the right of the date, the calendar doesn't show up?

Well, the good news is that I'm replacing that subsystem to allow for better date selection. But the bad news is that I'm seriously concerned, because that's a basic UI element, and should never just fail to show up like that.

 

[cambler]

I have started the process of putting up a support forum. Indeed, I'm configuring it to be the forum for a new site I'm preparing, DropNews.com, where I will begin posting articles about the Drop. I will also use the forum to provide support for DropShark, including taking bug reports, feature requests, and encourage communication about all things Drop-related.

While I'm getting it all configured, I invite everyone to drop by (pun intended ), set up an account, and begin the conversations.

Users of DropShark will find that support requests and bug/feature comments will receive faster responses. This will also let me track bugs and features better so I can get them addressed faster.

If anyone wants to pass the word around about DropNews and the DropNews forum, I wouldn't mind

http://www.dropshark.com - DropShark Software (version 1.0.626.1 available now)
http://www.dropnews.com - DropNews (premiere essay coming soon)
http://forum.dropnews.com - DropNews forums (preview available now)

 

[pelican]

how is dropshark going on?

 

[ezimedia]

HI

I was just wondering the same thing today.. It's been a while since there has been anymore news about DropShark.. Are you still working on updating it.

Thanks
Tom Dahne

 

[cambler]

It's going fine. 2.0 was released some time ago, and the demand for features dropped of significantly, though I'm still working on some ideas, and putting together some code to support Verisign's new proposal should it come to pass.

 

[pelican]

It's going fine. 2.0 was released some time ago, and the demand for features dropped of significantly, though I'm still working on some ideas, and putting together some code to support Verisign's new proposal should it come to pass.

i just downloaded dropshark 2.0

it still does not have link pop check right?

 

[cambler]

It has DMOZ and Yahoo, which are free and easy to get. All other data either cost money (as in an Alexa feed) or require a large network to spread the IPs (as in Overture) and it was clear that there were only a small handfull of users who would be willing to pay a subscription to cover the cost of putting that together.

It's something I'd be happy to do if it were economically viable.

 

[ezimedia]

HI Christopher

I noticed... that the lists of domains in DropShark no longer work for .us and .biz domains.. is this because enom drop those from their service as I have heard..

Thanks
Tom Dahne