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I'm looking for a DVD Writer, I need your input [View all]
I know the difference between DVD+r and DVD-r (and from what i hear, they're both widely supported, but DVD-r is a little better for standalone DVD-Pl
mojo2185Dec-24-02 12:22 PM
by labyrinth
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PM2003 [View all]
I took this post down because I don't want any of you reading my incredibly stupid question... Apparen tly I'm too idiotic to know the difference betw
old dudeDec-24-02 11:57 AM
by old dude
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I've been using
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XMNT [View all]
What is this and why is it missing? Is it in one of the CAB files? I get a error message but boot goes on.......
old dudeDec-24-02 11:43 AM
by old dude
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NAV Update won't install [View all]
I've run NAV updater a number of times now, and everytime I attempt to install a file called Norton Antivirus 2002, I get an error message telling me
GauthreauDec-24-02 10:53 AM
by Gauthreau
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Help Install New HD [View all]
Okay folks! You have always helped me out of technical dilemas and I have a new one. I have a system with 2 physical hard drives, configured as: C: 15
paparalphDec-24-02 10:23 AM
by Carl D
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initializing dll [View all]
I have just reinstalled windows 98 for the second time in a few months. The first time I had no problems, but I have one now that's driving me nuts.
smeterryDec-24-02 10:16 AM
by tpikdave
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Windows XP Paint [View all]
Hey. Im trying to design a web page and im making a bakground picture for the home page in paint. I have a templet made out in paint and when I copy a
CatchingColdDec-24-02 09:14 AM
by Bob G
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DSL Advice [View all]
Sprint is supposed to activate my new 1.5mb DSL line on Dec 31st. They are going to "loan" me a modem at no cost and the activation fee will be cover
LesDec-24-02 08:34 AM
by Les
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Is it posiible to convert legacy game controller to USB... [View all]
Is it possible and does any one know how to D.I.Y. convert a standard game controller interface to USB? Will appreceiate all the help thanks.:+
sepom0Dec-24-02 08:02 AM
by JP
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RE: Is it posiible to convert legacy game controller to...
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Dirty rotten spyware... [View all]
One got in under the wire: Xupiter Toolbar something-or-other. Apparently attached itself from a web page, much like Gator and Weatherbug, and now w
JennaDec-24-02 07:11 AM
by Acadia
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You gotta love MediaPlayer 9! [View all]
One of the default libraries to store music is called: "Music tracks I dislike" LOL!!
RoperaDec-24-02 06:48 AM
by ukmitch
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RE: You gotta love MediaPlayer 9!
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                I'm telling you
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CD RW lock up [View all]
Have been saving my photos all year on a CD-R disc. Almost ready to copy it for all the kids for Christmas. Yesterday I used the Windows Photo Viewer
ems_pilotDec-24-02 06:46 AM
by ems_pilot
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Advise on a palmpilot.... [View all]
I was wondering if anyone could steer me in the right direction about what palmpilot to purchase, I would like a decent amount of options but nothing
johnmcDec-24-02 06:24 AM
by JP
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W2K Pro Logon fails [View all]
Have Windows 2000 Professional > haven't logged onto for a few weeks. Now when I type in my password > the screen says it's loading my personal settin
TuzinorDec-24-02 06:05 AM
by nightlyreader
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XP help needed [View all]
We purchased a new Vaio system with windows XP. From day one we've had this problem. Not even Sony can answer and MSFT wants money to talk with me abo
nakedlandDec-24-02 06:02 AM
by Kazooie350
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Apple Monitor w/ a PC? [View all]
Anyone using the Apple Studio Display 17" w/ an adaptor on a PC? I've heard the brightness cannot be adjusted; is that true; a problem? Thanks
smile2Dec-24-02 03:36 AM
by smile2
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Piracy must be causing a bundle [View all]
Purchased a game called "Sims on Line". Installed and tried to register and play on line. Said my CD key was being used already. Went and returned got
scaramoucheDec-24-02 02:58 AM
by doctormidnight
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Monitor & Video Card [View all]
My old iiyama may not last much longer,can anyone recommend a good reliable monitor that does a good job of displaying text? Does the type of video c
LLDec-24-02 02:17 AM
by LL
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56k connecting at 28k [View all]
It's a Hayes Accura V.90/K56Flex dual-mode modem Windows XP calls it a Hayes Accura Int fax modem 4704US I've had other modems in this puter and the
bubbaDec-24-02 01:57 AM
by JP
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Organizing favorites [View all]
I have a lot of favorites accumulating and its to the point that I have to scroll down the list to get to the bottom to find what I want from the Star
ablibDec-24-02 01:54 AM
by JP
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Merry Christmas!! [View all]
Hello all... I know this isn't a querry to receive help, but wanted to wish ALL of you here a very Merry Christmas and a great New Year also. Many of
VanLDec-24-02 01:17 AM
by Denim
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Epson 1270 Printer [View all]
I have an Epson 1270 printer that prints horizontal magenta lines across most prints most of the time. I have cleaned the heads numerous times, using
jdoverDec-23-02 11:32 PM
by jdover
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monitor going bad? [View all]
Lately my monitor goes dim after running my pc for over 20 minutes.It doesnt go blank but gets dim.I have the brightness all the way up.The monitor is
videoluvrDec-23-02 11:26 PM
by videoluvr
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How to build a computer - Instructions!!!! [View all]
OK, big step, but over the last couple of weeks i have been buying parts to build a new computer, am getting bored of my laptop, as handy as it is, so
cameronashawDec-23-02 10:08 PM
by Ttech
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PPP Adapter [View all]
I'm having trouble with my cable internet connection. When typing "winipcfg" in the "run" box, the Ethernet Adapter Information box displays "Intel Ba
hal9000Dec-23-02 10:00 PM
by Sonny
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Microsoft Excel 97 [View all]
In Excel 97 row height and column width are measured in different units. Is it possible to configure excel so they are measured in the same units? FL
FLYNNDec-23-02 08:52 PM
by ablib
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Bump [View all]
What is "bump" besides a waste of space? I've seen many answers to questions with just "bump" in it. Aside from getting a poster excited for nothing
cloverDec-23-02 07:58 PM
by Crockett
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updating software [View all]
There used to be a program that checked software for updates called catch-up i think. Anybody know if there is anything like that around?
sblackwoodDec-23-02 07:49 PM
by jujet84
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Cat5 cables [View all]
My wife and I just finished finalizing our home network now that we have highspeed access. I wanted to tell everyone that we made our own cat5 cables
FlyboyDec-23-02 07:12 PM
by Ttech
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Computer often in slow motion with delayed action [View all]
What might cause a windows2000 XP1800 computer to sometimes run in slow motion with every mouse move and click delayed several seconds? Sometimes the
RearEndedPintoDec-23-02 06:23 PM
by JP
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