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Lynn Linse
Lynn Linse
Associate III
January 17, 2018
Question

Trouble updating ST Workbench

  • January 17, 2018
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Posted on January 17, 2018 at 15:57

This isn't a question, but a suggestion. I've always had trouble running AC6 Eclipse 'Updates', I'd usually get a 'Connection Reset' error, over and over, until one day it would work. Previously, I'd assumed the host server was too busy.

But I discovered that my company is running one of those aggressive 'hardware firewalls' which was blocking the download of JAR files - our site includes warehouse people, so even USB flash usable is restricted. The few times upgrade worked, I now see that I'd been running a personal VPN (I use NordVPN, but many are available.) I run the VPN, because when I travel I don't trust public or hotel WiFi - and at work, it allows me past the IT browsing rules, which include blocking hotmail & other 'time-wasters'.

I've now tested this assumption twice, and both times with the VPN active, the AC6/Workbench/Eclipse update works fast and flawlessly. So if you are having trouble updating Eclipse, get a free (or trial or paid) VPN and try again.

#eclipse
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    Andrew Neil
    Andrew Neil
    Super User
    January 17, 2018
    Posted on January 17, 2018 at 16:44

    Have you also posted this on the AC6 forums?

    A complex system that works is invariably found to have evolved from a simple system that worked.A complex system designed from scratch never works and cannot be patched up to make it work.
    Pavel A.
    Pavel A.
    January 17, 2018
    Posted on January 17, 2018 at 20:11

    Just note that use of  own VPN in a workplace network is considered tampering with IT infrastructure.

    It is a very grave violation that can get one fired immediately.

    Please get permission for doing this, don't tell you have't been warned.

    -- pa

    Andrew Neil
    Andrew Neil
    Super User
    January 17, 2018
    Posted on January 17, 2018 at 20:19

    Indeed - and publishing what you've done in a public place rather increases your chances of getting caught, I would think ... !

    Seriously, if your company's IT policies are hindering your work, then you should take this up with your manager!

    Deliberately circumventing company security policies is unlikely to go well for you - even with good intentions.

    A complex system that works is invariably found to have evolved from a simple system that worked.A complex system designed from scratch never works and cannot be patched up to make it work.
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