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    How would you arrange this living room?

    I'm in the process of buying a condo and it's got an open layout for the living room. I currently have a nice 55" TV with a 7.1 system, but I'm used to having a "standard layout", with a TV against the main wall and then two couches in an L shape. Anybody have any suggestions for how you'd...
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    Why do people still use satelite TV?

    As a bit of a preface, I've had Dish Network for 10+ years. I got them when we bought our first HD TV and they had VOOM, resulting in a larger amount of HD channels. I live in a city (Boston), so my internet choices either crap Verizon DSL or Comcast cable. No FIOS and no need for the awful...
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    Today only: Certified Refurbished Kindle with Special Offers for $49 shipped!

    It's a special offer on Amazon Local today: http://local.amazon.com/boston I linked to Boston, but it should be applicable in any city.
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    Need to pick the brain of an excel wiz for a few minutes.

    I have pictures attached which will explain what I'm trying to do better. Basically, I've got two sources of the 'same' data and a column comparing any diferences in their records. Usually, out of the 100ish lines, only 3 or 4 don't match up. That data is then used to make a summary sheet that...
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    Can any hardware experts identify this screw?

    I need to change the name on an apartment mailbox and came across this screw: I went ahead and bought this on Amazon and none of those bits fit :(
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    Any Econ wizes around to help with foolish econ 101 question? *updated question*

    Trying to help a friend with what should be a quick econ question and it's bothering me how quickly I forgot all this. Now, I want to say D. A and E are both wrong. But B and C are mixing me up. First of all, doesn't B have the same exact effect as D? Both are expansionary so won't either...
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    Anyone know anything about Advent/Acoustech speakers?

    I could use a surround system in one of our rooms and stumbled across this craigslist posting. Does anyone know anything about those speakers or how good of a deal this is? I can't seem to find much online about them other than the amazon.com reviews that are linked.
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    How cheap can I build an HTPC for?

    1. What YOUR PC will be used for: HTPC - See below 2. What YOUR budget is. A price range is acceptable as long as it's not more than a 20% spread As cheap as can be? Under $300-400! 3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from. USA 4. IF YOU have a brand preference. That means...
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    Connecticutans - What's the best way through your state during rush hour?

    I'm currently in NYC, and have to get to Boston by dinner time tomorrow, which leaves me with crossing through Connecticut during rush hour. (Say, 4ish) So: I-684 -> I-84 or I-95 -> I-91 > I-84 Or is there a better way? Thanks :)
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    Any dish network customers here?

    I'm thinking about switching from DirectTV to Dish for the extra HD channels and cheaper HD-DVR. I just read about ClubDish: basically you send me a referral and once I sign up you get a $5 credit on your next 10 bills. If I sign up I'll use the one that the first poster here sends. Text...
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    Anybody here good at restoring old photographs?

    I have a couple of old B&W photos that I need fixed. They basically have some small blemishes and long scratches that need to be removed. If you're capable and can get this done in the next few hours please PM with for more info. I'll gladly pay.
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    Dell Confirms AMD Notebooks

    This is probably a repost but I searched. Text
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    How about an AT UT2K4 game during the AT outage?

    I'm actually thinking about using the demo version instead of the full game, that way almost everyone who can download the 200mb demo can play. Thoughts?
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    What movie should I rent?

    Action or commedy preferred, nothing too serious. Any suggestions?
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    Anybody want to sign me up for some spam?

    I'm going to be implementing some serverside spam filtering and can't say that I personally get a huge amount of spam, so I need to sign myself up for a bunch Email: ericsmail@stopbeingsuchalazyf**k.com (fix the *s) Thanks :) Let's try another approach: Does anyone have a spam email...
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    Why was Nik's 50,000th post deleted?

    I could understand a lock (albeit, I wouldn't know the reason), but why the thread was deleted? We haven't seen many sincere threads on these forums in a long time, and of all people Nik managed to post it. I'd understand if it was done MacBaine style, but I really don't see what was wrong...
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    -------------------- FREE WEBHOSTING FOR AT'ERS --------------------

    Here we go, dartworth couldn't make it happen, but I'm pretty sure I can :D Specs of the accounts are as follows: Max Ftp Accounts - 1 Max Email Accounts - unlimited Max Email Lists - 2 Max SQL Databases - 5 Max Sub Domains - 5 250MB storage 3000MB bandwidth cPanel or...
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    Someone please explain this sign to me

    I was in Paris yesterday and on the way back to the train station I spotted this. :confused:
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    GPS Forum

    I remember someone linked to a forum last year that had tons on information about GPS things, especially the usb ones for computers. There was a lot of discussion about the various software used as well. Anybody have any idea what I'm talking about, or have suggestions about a good forum...
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    Anybody have any generic eBay templates?

    Need to list something ASAP, and don't have the time to create one. Google is showing a bunch of crap :(
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    I bought an Acer 2012 laptop approximately 7 months ago, right before a hot deal thread was posted on this forum. ~$1400: Pentium M 1.5Ghz, 512mb ram, 60 GB hard drive, Radeon 9700, 15.4" screen - the works at the price point. Actually the day after I ordered the price dropped to $1200 but...
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    Any T-Mobile customers in Maine...

    <topic> Thanks :)
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    Anyone here still play UT2K4?

    Just as the topic says... I miss having an ATOT UT2K4 server running so I'm wondering if there would be enough interest if I started it back up. Please share your opinions, and whether you still play the game or would be interested in playing if a server was up.
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    So, I decided to fulfill my dessert craving tonight...

    Well, after traveling to Italy and eating tiramisu every single day for a week, over thanksgiving weekend, I had a craving for it again. :( So I invited a few friends, and now I have this sitting on my kitchen counter :D
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    T-Mobile CS not like it was a year ago :(

    Last year when my contract was nearing its end, they would be glad to meet any price for a cell phone just to give me another year on my contract. Well, like I posted recently my Nokia 3650 died, after its one year warranty expired, so I call up T-Mobile, with whom I have a contract for another...
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    Suggest a cell phone for me, and where to buy one.

    We'll my Nokia 3650 from last years T-Mobile special seems to be slowly dieing. Suddenly turns off, freezes a couple times a day, shows no reception when there is full reception in the area, and more. Tried restoring (formating) to its factory stage, and its still not good :( So suggest a...
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    Should I start the UT2K4 server back up?

    Not trying to mock Qosis but his posted reminded me about no UT2K4 games for a while... Should I start it back up and schedule a few games?
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    Can by abit is7 run without a chipset fan?

    The chipset fan fell off of the motherboard today :(. I was using the computer and heard a clank and opened the case... the fan was sitting on my Radeon 9700 :(. Looks like it was held by two hooks on either side of the chipset and one of the hooks fell out so that fan came off. Would it be...
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    Anybody need to buy any domain names?

    Ok, here's my problem. :( I need to renew $35 worth of domains at enom.com, however, the way enom works is you need to first add funds and then you can use those funds in your account to buy domains. The thing is that enom will only take a minimum deposit of $100 each time you need to fill up...
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    Dell Axim X30 624Mhz pocket pc ... $289

    Dell Home has the new high-end Dell 624MHz Axim X30 Handheld for $349 - automatic 10% off - $25 off $350 coupon code (find it somewhere - Exp 7/5) = $289 with free shipping. You can pad up to the coupon threshold with this 10-Pack Mini CDRs for $11. Enjoy :)
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    UT2004 on the AT Game Server tonight @ 10 eastern.

    Ok, just reusing an old thread as I don't feel like stating a new one. Server's been fixed and should be ready. If anyone has any sugggestions for extra maps just let me know. Also, get the patch that came out not too long ago. I think we all can use a break from carball so how about a nice...
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    Unreal Tournament 2004 Tonight at 8EST on the AT Game Server

    I've been having some server problems recently but I'm determined to get this working tonight. Please have the following istalled, and I might find some more mods to add to the list in a little bit. The Latest Patch CarBall Mod Community Bonus Pack 2 Volume 1 Offical Extra Levels An extra...
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    Unreal Tournament 2004 at a later date

    For those of you who enjoyed the game last weekend and will be here on Memorial Day lets have a game tommorow. Please have the following istalled, and I might find some more mods to add to the list tommorow. The Latest Patch CarBall Mod Community Bonus Pack 2 Volume 1 Offical Extra Levels If...
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    UT2004 Tonight Starting At 8:30EST - Yes I fixed the server!

    Alright.... I fixed the server! :D What you may or may not need: The Latest Patch Red Orchestra Mod CarBall Mod Community Bonus Pack 2 Volume 1 Offical Extra Levels I'm trying to make this match as fun as possible tonight! Please post and tell me which of those mods you would like to play the...
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    Lets revive the AnandTech Game Server

    Tonight - 9:30EST... Be there! I will post the IP address later as this will be on a different server that normal. Trying to fix some lag issues so I'll put it on a brand new box :( Be sure to have the latest patch installed as well as the official map pack (2 extra ONS maps) ~Eric
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    Lets improve the AT UT2K4 Server

    I have been busy so I havent organised any games in a long time but want to start the server up again this weekend. Since I now have servers in several locations can you tell me which of the following has better pings for you? Server 1 - 67.18.35.10 Server 2 - 66.79.182.30 My prediction: East...
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    UT2004 Tonight at 9:00 and 11:00 EST

    Since, we havent had any good games in a while how about one tonight. Alright. Decided to leave it on the same server IP Address: 69.93.172.163 Password: at38 Lets play!
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    Why is everyone so anxious to get a gmail account?

    Someone... explain it to me. I just dont get it :( For $2-3 a month you could have your own email address @yourowndomain.com with just as much space and no advertisments in your emails.
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    Anyway to disable images from loading in ie?

    Is there? I'm in hotel room with some crappy phone lines so this dialup can only connect at ~25kbps :disgust: Is there freeware (small) software the can be downloaded that minimizes the number of images that load. These new forums aren't really helping me browse on dialup ;)
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    Any satelite experts ( current subscribers) here? .... Your opinions please

    Ok, well cable rates are going up so I think this would be a good time to switch to satelite. Since, I am more or less clueless about this I would be glad if anyone could explain the following to me.... First DiecTV or DishNetwork? :confused: Which is better and why? Any good deals around? Whats...