MMontgomery

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rabeach
Win 10 pro allows the creation of virtual machines that will run with any windows operating system you choose to install. Why is this not a solution assuming we can continue to register sonar.

Virtual machines are very cool and I use them for other purposes, but I don't think that they are capable of real-time audio.  Dual booting instead with an OS that supports a direct interface to audio hardware and drivers is a must for real-time audio.

Have to agree on this point. From my experience, even VMware on a decent PC has a tough time processing direct input audio and video hardware.  

Absolutely. VMs could be great if you would like to create home streaming server or movie watching systems (I use it in such way) but I am afraid no chance in near future to provide solid platform for DAW. But who knows what happens in few years. Maybe virtualization at 'BIOS' level with perfect device sharing.

msmcleod
Intel have a diagnostic program to check whether your PC is affected or not. Turns out ALL of my PC's have this vulnerability, including some over 10 years old. There's absolutely no evidence so far that anyone has actually started exploiting this issue yet though

I can't find this utility anywhere, the Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool does not have this. Can you give a URL?

I can't seem to find it now - I think it was this one though : https://downloadcenter.intel.com/download/27150?v=t
 
I'm now doubting myself over whether it was the right tool.
 
Anyhow, Intel has published a list of processors affected via a DigitalTrends page (https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/intel-cpus-suffer-bug-requiring-performance-reducing-fix/)
 
The intel statement is here:
 
https://www.intel.com/con...nd-intel-products.html
 
Click on the "Show More" link, then expand the "Which Intel-based platforms are affected by or vulnerable to the issue?" question.

^ Thx :)

there's a powershell script you can use:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4073119/protect-against-speculative-execution-side-channel-vulnerabilities-in?ranMID=24542&ranEAID=nOD%2FrLJHOac&ranSiteID=nOD_rLJHOac-7In.3.nxSgxCftpQonaK9Q&tduid=(1f9a375a4248f349c789b863f5ff98ce)(256380)(2459594)(nOD_rLJHOac-7In.3.nxSgxCftpQonaK9Q)()

I see no point in discrediting anyone (Craig in this case) in this forum; particularely someone who has over the years been a serious proponent and champion of Sonar to this community and to the world at large.  He always has helpful tips, some of which are too detailed for me but thats what happens whem you become expert user at the level Craig id.   Also, his columns represent Sonar extremely well in SOS and I have never seen him write anything initially negative nor condescending unless he is defending his right to his opinion and / or his extreme insight and knowledge of the software.  I've recently seen more than a few people get on his case for reasons I have no clue about but they are uncalled for.   If someone doesn't like something he (or anyone)  posted than don't use the tidbit.  If someone is factually incorrect in something, than correct it in a courteous manner.   Simple as that.   Anything else is **** and malicious and frankly makes that person who is on the offence look like an idiot.   I hope CakeAlexS is not a former "baker" but if he is, he should take his feud offline because it degrades the reputation of sonar even more than it has already recently suffered due to this shutdown.  Basically... if someone doesn't have anything good to say or contribute, STFU!

stxx
I see no point in discrediting anyone (Craig in this case) in this forum; particularely someone who has over the years been a serious proponent and champion of Sonar to this community and to the world at large.  He always has helpful tips, some of which are too detailed for me but thats what happens whem you become expert user at the level Craig id.   Also, his columns represent Sonar extremely well in SOS and I have never seen him write anything initially negative nor condescending unless he is defending his right to his opinion and / or his extreme insight and knowledge of the software.  I've recently seen more than a few people get on his case for reasons I have no clue about but they are uncalled for.   If someone doesn't like something he (or anyone)  posted than don't use the tidbit.  If someone is factually incorrect in something, than correct it in a courteous manner.   Simple as that.   Anything else is **** and malicious and frankly makes that person who is on the offence look like an idiot.   I hope CakeAlexS is not a former "baker" but if he is, he should take his feud offline because it degrades the reputation of sonar even more than it has already recently suffered due to this shutdown.  Basically... if someone doesn't have anything good to say or contribute, STFU!

^ Another balanced arguement. CakeAlexS ahole because ahole. Anderton still great because Anderton. Sees no point in discrediting anybody but people should STFU and be courteous if they don't have anything good to say (apparently). Genius! Well played Sir you WIN the internet ;)

What was this thread about again?

regarding gigastudio, (responding to someone's post above--- but you know there is a player that will play all giga files right? It's called G-player. I still use it as there were some awesome samples that I still use. I replaced most with Omnisphere and Play Composers series but there were certain sounds that were/are top drawer. 

Mr. Japan, had not heard of that before now! When I scored GigaStudio on a ‘blowout sale’ it seemed like within minutes the authorization servers were unplugged.

I guess I’ll have to pull the GigaStudio CDs out at some point soon. I’ve got a version of Chicken Systems Translator but never really quite was up for the challenge of learning exactly how to align that software with GS to then get it in the right place for use with Sonar. Now a decade (or more?) later I will based on your post ~ thanks!

GreenwoodStudios
Mr. Japan, had not heard of that before now! When I scored GigaStudio on a ‘blowout sale’ it seemed like within minutes the authorization servers were unplugged.

I guess I’ll have to pull the GigaStudio CDs out at some point soon. I’ve got a version of Chicken Systems Translator but never really quite was up for the challenge of learning exactly how to align that software with GS to then get it in the right place for use with Sonar. Now a decade (or more?) later I will based on your post ~ thanks!

I will PM you when I get home tonight. There is no need to do all that you are saying to do. But yes, do dig out the gigasampler library with .gig extensions.