HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Tyke
Date: 02 May 01 - 02:55 PM

Refreshing

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: GUEST,Francy
Date: 30 Apr 01 - 01:13 PM

Installed Paltalk as a direct result of Mudcat and have relatively good results...good sound and lots of fun.....will pay, if push comes to shove.....Frank of Toledo

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Grab
Date: 30 Apr 01 - 10:50 AM

I did too. No real problems here, now my mic's set up and my "adult groups" box is checked.

Graham.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: MMario
Date: 30 Apr 01 - 09:56 AM

The only problems I have had with Paltalk is that my local phone lines will just barely support the needed connection speed - and many nights (when local traffic is high) I cannot get paltalk to function as I cannot connect at the required speeds.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Callie
Date: 30 Apr 01 - 09:50 AM

I heard about PalTalk through Mudcat and used it for a while when I had a PC. When I switched to Mac I could no longer use it.

Callie

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Jon Freeman
Date: 30 Apr 01 - 12:04 AM

OK, here is my statement for this thread:

I installed Paltalk but it wasn't as a result of promtion by another Mudcatter. I did some research and suggested it to other Mudcatters and most if not all of those who have commented above, registered directly or indirectly as a result of that move and my setting up of a Mudcat room to replace the old Hearme room which by that time had become unstable.

When I saw it, I welcomed the new oppertunities it offered, oppertunities to offer and welcome in new people with the ability to control trouble makers and a means to vist and meet new people in other rooms - a potential that never was fully realised by many within our group but something quite new (and I thought exciting) from moving from our Hearme setup. I was also impressed with the quality of sound.

There were a few drawbacks though, the help needed to enable some of our old Hearme participants to get a correct install was never there and flashing banner ads were something new to contend with. Other than that, I guess the only other big dissapointment (common to all voice chats I've tried) is a lack of Mac support - it does split groups.

I am not specially concerned about charges (although I do think commercial rates are excessive) for locked rooms which have done little to enhance the community feeling that has become part of my enjoyment of a "Paltalk Experience" within the music rooms I visit but I see it as part of what I consider to be agressive tactics by Paltalk.

I have had to put up with upgrades that seem to enable pop up ads and offer little if anything else and now a pop up ad saying something like "are you annoyed with pop ups - sign up and get rid?" this is in your face bullying tactics and in itself an acknowledgement they are deliberatly annoying their own users.

I guess I will stick with Paltalk while I think the benifits outway the irritations but I can't see Paltalk remaining on the "plus side" much longer.

Jon

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: alison
Date: 29 Apr 01 - 11:11 PM

I joined to participate in the mudcat rooms... and since discovered many other equally good "live" music rooms

slainte

alison

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From:
Date: 29 Apr 01 - 01:04 AM

I was an early no problems joiner with Jon

I also use paltalk now for international family connections

I would think my gear is only just 'entry level" but I'm delighted with the sound quality

When push comes to shove I shall pay

jack aka scalliwag

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Amergin
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 10:47 PM

Like I said in the other thread....I have installed and been an admin on patltalk and I have greatly enjoyed it....

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: IvanB
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 10:25 PM

I, too, installed Paltalk because of the Mudcat performers who were moving to Paltalk from HearMe.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Hawker
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 06:44 PM

I installed to use Mudcat concert rooms and snug - great stuff!
Lucy

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Matt_R
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 03:04 PM

BTW I have 56k dialup...and sound quality is EXCELLENT.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Matt_R
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 02:42 PM

I downloaded it as soon as Jon mentioned it. I've had no problems whatsoever downloading it. And, I've downloaded it onto several different computers, from Compaqs to Dells to Gateways. Some with Windown 95, others with 97, others with NT. All work perfect!!

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Mark Clark
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 02:28 PM

I installed PalTalk about the time we moved away from HearMe. I can't remember whether I've updated it since then but if they presented me with a request to update, I probably did.

I have no trouble with PalTalk and have never used it for anything except Mudcat activities. I've had trouble trying to contribute through PalTalk but the problem is with my microphone, not PalTalk.

      - Mark

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Uncle_DaveO
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 01:35 PM

I installed PalTalk for MudCat room purposes. Couldn't get on and register, Went through all the diagnostic stuff the FAQ refers to, and no soap. Uninstalled it, redownloaded and reinstalled it, because I thought I had goofed in the registration process. Went through the registration process, and it wouldn't recognize or allow any password I tried. Gave up. DURN!

Dave Oesterreich

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Morticia
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 12:50 PM

Yes, installed due to Mudcat, to use for Mudcat room, largely trouble free but I hate the pop-ups.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Amergin
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 12:26 PM

Well, I have it installed...for when Katdarling does her concert....with that dulcimer of hers...

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: katlaughing
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 12:23 PM

Well, I just installed the updated version and had major problems figuring out my mic; when I'd not had problems before. It seems to be okay now. I did notice that as soon as I sign on there are independent popups which come up immediately and our friend in VZ tried to call us, the popups interfered with my getting his ring and we never conencted. Will have to see how it goes, I guess.

kat

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Noreen
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 12:11 PM

Room only shows when someone opens it, Tig... I'll open it now if you want to try it out. (17.05pm UK time)

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Tig
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 11:33 AM

I installed Paltalk but can't find the Mudcats! help!!!!

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Giac
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 11:26 AM

Installed because of Mudcat. No update. Few problems. Don't use often enough to justify paying.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Noreen
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 09:11 AM

Me too- wouldn't know about PalTalk if it weren't for Mudcat. Largely trouble-free.

Noreen

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: katlaughing
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 08:55 AM

I installled Paltalk as a direct result of reading about it here, at the Mudcat. I know my sister did the same. I've had relatively few problems with it and had raved about it to anybody and everybody I know who owns a computer. I also know that a business colleague of ours installed it on his computer in Venezuela because of our recommendation and he is in the process of setting up a system for a university there which will include Paltalk, as far as I know.

kat

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: MikeJ
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 08:51 AM

Installed after reading about it here. No problems so far.

Mike

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Mary in Kentucky
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 08:51 AM

I have it on two computers. Because it was tedious to reply to the update questions each time it opened, I accidentally hit the wrong button one time and updated on one computer. I feel the sound quality is a little less, but I'm not quite sure. It's been too little time and too many variables to know for sure. Overall my experience has been positive. I seem to have a faster connection than most folks because I usually applaud a few seconds faster. As far as paying....don't know yet. I used it a lot during the winter months, but can't seem to come inside now that the weather is so nice.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: John Hardly
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 08:22 AM

I installed it but couldn't use it successfully. There was too great a delay.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Dave (the ancient mariner)
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 08:09 AM

The new update is causing me a few headaches but the rooms run the same. I shall not subscribe to Paltalk to run a room though. Yours, Aye. Dave

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: bigchuck
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 08:07 AM

Me too. No problems so far.
Sandy

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Greyeyes
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 08:05 AM

Yes, installed for Mudcat stuff. No problems, no update.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: John Routledge
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 08:02 AM

Almost completely trouble-free following installation. Installed specifically for Mudcat activities. Now Banner-free! GB

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: Banjer
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 07:57 AM

Yes I installed PALTALK specifically to use for Mudcat activities. I have had little or no trouble with it.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: nutty
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 06:19 AM

Yes I installed Paltalk for Mudcat gatherings and have been relatively trouble free (keeping fingers crossed ) but have not installed the update.

Subject: RE: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 06:16 AM

I registered but it wouldn't work for me so I uninstalled! Perhaps I'll try again sometime.

Subject: HAVE YOU INSTALLED PALTALK?
From: Tyke
Date: 28 Apr 01 - 06:08 AM

This is a sister thread to Paltalk Room Charges from Jon Freeman please use that Thread to discuss it!

Please register here if you installed Paltalk as a result of The Mudcat or a Mudcater promoting Paltalk!

Hope this will help Jon