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    Laptops: Netbook or Laptop as a Server?

    Thanks for the replies. This is going to be a small home network of 4 computer with the server included. There will be a desktop as a client and won't be ever considered to be the server. Netbooks do have gigabit ethernet ports as far as I know of. Netbooks do exceed the minimum requirements...
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    Laptops: Netbook or Laptop as a Server?

    I was considering getting a netbook because it is very light and portable, anad it has very long battery life of up to 8 hrs(serves great when electricity is off) Is it feasible or sensible to have a netbook or laptop running windows server 2003? I do not have/want any desktops in my network of...
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    Help recommending a Crimping tool

    Thanks for the suggestions and advice especially from Jackmds. Spidey07, why do you make it look like crimping is bad and it doesn't follow the eia/tia standards? Aren't there cable testers that could verify it complies with it?
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    Help recommending a Crimping tool

    Isn't crimping the only way to create patch/crossover cables? And isn't it not necessary to have one as a networking professional?
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    Help recommending a Crimping tool

    I'm trying to switch an existing crossover cable to pass through. What are keystones jackmds?
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    Help recommending a Crimping tool

    I would like the advice of all those who have used crimping tools before. I am a newnbie at this and looking for one for use in my home network and possibly for my work use. I have done some research on the net on different crimpers and this is what I think the suggested crimpers should have...
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    Help recommend a new wireless router.

    You can try the Zyxel X-550 router. Excellent range and connectivity. Also has excellent reviews. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833181218
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    Quick MIMO Question

    Thank you for the reply. Sorry for the very noob question.
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    Quick MIMO Question

    Will the MIMO 108MB router work in 54mb mode with a standard wireless g card in a laptop?
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    Quick MIMO Question

    Will I get enhanced speed using MIMO 108 Mb router with a regular 54 mg G wireless card?
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    Bought the Sharp AQUOS LC-32GP1U **UPDATED**

    So would a 720p lcd be a better choice for SD tv viewing?
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    Bought the Sharp AQUOS LC-32GP1U **UPDATED**

    How does this tv look with standard def. tv? Is it good, great or poor?
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    Nothing happens When I select "Status" on my lan

    I couldn't find a solution to the problem so actually decided to re-install windows. Thanks for all of your replies.
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    Nothing happens When I select "Status" on my lan

    no it isn't. there isnt aeven the correct lan connection icon available there.
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    Nothing happens When I select "Status" on my lan

    Bump Anymore suggestions, anyone?