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    Radio wave (2.4ghz) travel in water?

    http://www.digi.com/products/wireless-wired-embedded-solutions/zigbee-rf-modules/zigbee-mesh-module/xbee-digimesh-2-4#specs Dear ATHT, I have two chips like in the link above [middle column, "pro"], one transmitting, and the other receiving with standard-size (maybe 3 inch long) antennas...
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    MegaVovaN's 2011 log

    Hello all! Coming back to Starting Strength after a seven month break. As of July 07, 2011: weight = 145 lbs. Goal: 165 lbs by the end of 2011. Method: Rippetoe's SS 3x a week as follows: Day A: 3x5 Squat 3x5 Bench Press 1x5 Deadlift Day B: 3x5 Squat 3x8 Some type of rows: DB...
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    Happy Victory Day! (May 09)

    https://secure.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/wiki/Victory_Day_%28May_9%29 С Днем Победы!
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    limiting XP to LAN only networking (no internet)

    Hello AT members! I was wondering if it is possible to restrict an XP pc to LAN access only. I have XP PC with a wireless adapter connected to router and then Internet; however, I only want it to communicate with (one) other PC on the LAN, not Internet. How would I go about that? Thank...
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    Please help printing with LPT (printer --lpt--> pc ---usb--> printer)

    Dear AT community, I was wondering if you could help me solve a problem I have. I would like to print as indicated in heading. I have the following: 1. Device that only prints to LPT 2. Windows XP 32 computer that has LPT port and USB port. It can print to printer via both. 3. Printer...
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    Play Draw word game with me

    http://omgpop.com/i/drawmything/6o2ls_1sxm0 Go Go GO
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    Buying a car for $1000 - what to look for?

    Hello all, I've been thinking about buying a car for one thousand dollars. What should I look for? Is it a sane idea, or I just will end up throwing my money away? Want to car to go A to B. Prefer standard transmission so I can learn, but if Auto is better, can do that too. What should...
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    NSFW in Houston *(pic)

    http://i47.tinypic.com/2cy1hk3.jpg
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    Recommend me full size headphones please

    MegaVovaN wants new headphones for multimedia and games. Need to be full size cans, comfortable, quality (durable), and wired (not wireless). Budget $60-200. What should I get? Previous cans ( Sennheiser HD 485 ) worn out in 4 years. I use them mainly to listen to movies, music (not really an...
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    Limit % CPU usage? (VMware?)

    Hello all, I run windows 7. On it is VMware workstation with several VMs. I would like to limit percentage of physical CPU that certain apps within each VM use. Is there a program to do that? According to my research VMware ESX Server can do this, but AFAIK it wont run on top of my...
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    What you need to know about Czar Russia, Bolsheviks, and Soviet Union.

    In short, if I had time machine, I would go back and kill every future Bolshevik in their birth cradle. I wish Soviet Union NEVER existed, it was the worst thing that happened to Russia and surrounding peoples EVER. Czar Russia was most advanced nation at the time, comparable only to Europe...
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    AT&T DSL/landline - moving to new apt nearby...

    Hi dear ATOTers! I'm moving from one apartment to another in same complex (move like 800 ft away). How do I move my landline (want to retain same number!) and DSL service to new apt? TIA.
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    What to pack in road bike saddle bag?

    Hi all, I have a road bike with 27" wheels. :camera: available upon request. yesterday I went on a 21 mile ride, and about 2/3 way in I got a flat and had to take bus home. So I decided to make 'emergency" kit and strap it to the bike. Here's what I have so far, please critique and add. Thanks!
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    Rant: printing queue at work

    I work in local community college Admissions office. I help people register for classes (when they are clueless how to use PeopleSoft, especially after recent interface upgrade) and solve more technical problems, such as why account is inactive - why and how to remove a hold on account; I help...
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    What to get to play HD/Bluray?

    Hello all! I'm wondering what level of hardware I need to get and how much it will cost to just play Bluray? I already have a HD 2600 256 mb video card (PCI express) that cost $40, and when I get MIR it will be $20. What is the minimum CPU/mobo I need? I figure about $120 for Bluray/HD...
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    I've had enough of Starting Strength

    Hi all! I've been doing SS since spring 2008. Skipped about 2 months total. recently found my 1 RMs: Squat: 235 lb DL: 275 LB bench: 165 lb SS is supposed to end when I can squat 1.5x bw (my BW is 150 lbs, so 225 or more - I can do 235) and Deadlift 2x BW (I am 25 lbs short of 300 but...
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    6 volt battery with AA rechargeables?

    There is a youtube video where some dude takes apart a 6 volt battery (lantern type thing) and there's a bunch of AA batteries. I want a 6 volt battery "case" where I can PUT AA rechargeables!
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    Help me decide on SPEECH class topic (I've done my HW)

    Hello fellow ATOTers! I am taking a Public Speaking class at local community college. On Monday I will be giving a Demonstration speech. Audience is 22 people, most between 18 and 24 years old. Time limit is 3-5 minutes and I need visual aids. I am split between what to do: How to fix...
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    Help me find the perfect apartment in Houston please

    Hi all, can anybody help me with apartment hunting? Maybe with some tips, or direct recommendations on specific apts? We are 4 adults. Current lease is up in February. A bit about our current apartment: $875/mo 2 BR, 1 bath estimated 900 sq ft, I don't know for sure all utilities...
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    Black Tea

    Hi all... green tea is always touted as healthy and essential. Well I drink black tea often (at least 2 cups a day), is it at least a little healthy? And no, I am not switching to green tea = can't stand it.
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    How to change up my routine?

    Yup, another "I want my bicept peak" thread ;) So I've been doing slightly modified SS for about 3 months now. 3x5 all but pullups, which are 5x5 and weighted (currently bw +30 lb). Pullups = pullups/chinups/hammer grip. I do one workout of each, then add 2.5 lb DayA: Squats Bench...
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    Help! People can't reach my cell number from home phones!

    Hi all! I have had my Tmobile cell phone family plan and a decent 3rd gen phone (Samsung TDH-809 I think) for about a year now...and discovered that home (local) phones can't reach my cell number, even when both begin with same area code! Only way to reach me is to either call long...
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    $5 free ship optical mouse @ egg

    Text There is a code for free ship in newegg newsletter. Don't know if I can post it. Just ordered one to hold me over till I can afford a better mouse (my 4 yr old one is almost dead).
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    How to block unwanted faxes?

    Hi all! How do I stop various spambots from sending me faxes? Is there a way to reduce fax spam, or even block all faxes except like 10 people I want faxes from? Thanks!
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    How to breathe when lifting heavy?

    I currently hold my breath during all heavy lifts - DL, bench, squat, OHP. My friend says I should exhale on way up, but it does not feel right... Thoughts and sources to back them up please? TIA.
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    Buying dip belt

    Hello all! Today is my Bday (turned 2-0, woot) and I am going to buy myself a dip belt and chalk. What should I buy? Max budget $50. I'm looking at BBing.com 1 lb chalk and 100% leather Progryp dipping belt @ BBing.com Any recommendations or comments on belt or chalk? Thanks. UPDATE...
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    Frying steak and onions

    Alright so I am hungry. Beef supplies Huge onion Where's room for beef? Keeping them down ... updates to continue few posts down
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    Gaming PC upgrade for a friend $700

    Hi all, building a gaming PC for friend. He has two 19" LCDs. Need CPU, mobo, RAM, video, PSU and case. Budget is $700, max $750. Here's what I came up with: $195 CPU 8400 $90 + 8 ship Mobo GIGABYTE GA-EP35-DS3L $88 + 0 ship - 20 MIR RAM DDR800 Corsair Fry's deal $70 - 10 MIR -...
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    What's your body fat %?

    With people complaining about BMI inaccuracy in previous thread, I decided to make this thread. There are several ways to estimate your body fat percentage, and one of them is tape measurements. 6 tape formulas (there's women's calculator on the bottom of the page) What's your body fat...
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    Deadlift and Squat form check - 2

    Hello all, since my last form check thread it's been awhile and I would like you to check my form again. TIA. Squat, set 2 of 3 Squat, set 3 of 3 Deadlift, set 3 of 3 Squats are 140 lb and pretty hard, DLs are 165 and easy.
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    Can I replace power cleans (or rows) with pullups/chins?

    Hello all, I've been doing SS for a little over 2 months. Never really did power cleans. I read in SS FAQ that I shouldn't do them if I don't have somebody to train me proper movement. The faq recommends doing rows (pendlay rows?) instead of power cleans. Can I do weighted pullups/ chin ups...
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    Please tweak this DB only routine

    Hi all, I told a friend I'd make him a decent dumbbell workout for home. He doesn't have a pullup bar. So far he just does bicep curls :roll: He wants to get bigger overall, and I know barbell is way to go, but it is just not a possibility yet. He won't join a gym now, but I think it's a...
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    What If Your Videogame Character Was Only As Fit As You Are

    Text I like this idea. I am in great shape, so I would pwn. And I would laugh at fatties that run slow. This might actually get fatties in teh gym. How about a game like this?!? Something GTA style?
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    So has Steam matured by now?

    Hello fellow PC gamers! Steam has gotten a lot of hate over the years. And in the beginning, a lot of it was deserved, since servers were overloaded and network was not developed enough - resulting in slow/no downloads. But few years down the road made Steam a ton better. All the technical...
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    Tough situation...friend with heart defect

    HI all, I have a tough moral situation. I met this guy few days ago, we talked a lot. He has 3 chambered heart: one pumping, 2 holding (normal is 2 pump 2 hold). And uses one artery which was not "designed" for use as one. It is a birth defect. He is in his early 20s. Doctors prohibited...
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    Please check my squat form

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FWRretRQ2M Eh, should have filmed from the side too...But I keep my back straight.
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    Should I do bicep work?

    Hi all! I've been doing compound lifts for about a month+ now. I see the results. However, EVERYONE I know judges "buffiness" by pointing at bicep, or flexing the bicep. I am annoyed a little by this, so I was thinking I would do some bicep work after all the heavy lifts? With big hormonal...
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    Too cheap cars on craigslist - what happens there?

    What happens there? Guy offers to ship? Or mugs you of your $2900 at a gun point?
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    Please look over my list of suggestions

    A friend that trains a long time in gym but eats, sleeps, and trains haphazardly sees gains in strength but not in the mirror. I put a list of suggestions together for him - any of you guys want to look over or add something...