Recent content by JmE13

The router in a locked closet or box (with ventilation) would prevent physical resetting of the router.

Excellent suggestion. I had forgotten that when our kids were younger, we had a BIOS password set so they had to come ask one of us to let them on the computer. Then we set a timer (cheap Radio Shack type). When the timer went off, we shut the computer off.

I think a low tech solution would be better perhaps? As a parent, off the top of my head I think this is what I would construct: A locking plywood box or plastic storage container (with ventilation) containing an on/off electrical timer (like for the lamps) and a UPS. The on/off timer turns...

I might be interested as my son had recently started DOS programming and GWBASIC. If I find any interesting info on the web about OS options, I will post.

Here are some tips & techniques anytime similar situations presented themselves: - Have a screwdriver tip that fits snug and goes all the way down in. Proper tip fit is essential and will determine sucess or failure. You might even have to file an existing screwdriver tip to get the right...

And lastly, here is where you can buy it in the US market. http://store.yahoo.com/able-comp/ (BTW: There is actually a lot of info on FlyBook using Google)

Here is an HPC forum I like a lot. This is a thread about the FlyBook. http://www.hpcfactor.com/forums/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=726&start=1 (Edit: Originally linked to end of thread where they went way OT )

This looks like a review: http://www.handtops.com/show/news/21

I would pay that. I think you got a pretty good deal. On a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being the best for free and 1 being over-paid & underspec-ed, I would rate somewhere around a 7 or 8. Enjoy, it looks nice.

Edit: Never mind, I can't read. LOL!

Another good place to check once in a while might be http://www.ecost.com Don't forget good 'ol eBay for Inspirons but be very, very careful on price as many will be way over priced. You will likely find only a few in the right range. Also, Dell at certain times *and* use as many coupons...

Also check slickdeals, fat wallet, and there is a guy, "Rasputinj", who has a Dell coupon and other deals site. He works for Dell (I believe) and is a super nice person. You can catch his posts on http://www.ipaqhq.com an http://www.aximsite.com also. http://www.fatwallet.com/...

I don't know if it was mentioned here before, but the DV1010 model has a DVD writer in it. Since the DV1010US has the older Celeron M in it... I imagine if buyers walked into retail stores at the right time (when they had $399 and $499 after rebate notebook deals) and the right way (looking...

Gorcorps, I wouldn't give up on getting a good new or slightly used/near new deal. I just purchased a DV1010US from a retail store last week for $500 w/ a $50 HP MIR. So it will cost me $450 + tax after the rebate. I talked with them at the store about my friend that was going to come with...