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    Windows 7 and memory utilization

    I'm looking for an easy way to determine if a Windows 7 system has enough RAM installed to handle the OS and whatever software load the user is placing on it. I'm a few generations behind in that I only know the Windows XP spot-check method: Task Manager, Performance tab, and compare various...
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    Memory problems, need advice

    I just built a new system to replace my aging workhorse: Asus Maximus III Formula Intel i7-860 Mushkin 996657 DDR3 1600 (2 of these kits for a total of 8GB) Sapphire Vapor-X Radeon HD 4870 SeaSonic M12D SS-850 Currently running XP Home (32bit) with intentions of using Windows 7 64bit...
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    Help me find the right camera, please

    My needs are pretty simple: * Point and shoot * Compact. Subcompact okay too. * Under $250. Ideally, $200 or less. * Must be able to charge via USB - this is crucial. Specifically, I want the camera to have a standard USB mini device port used to both charge and transfer...
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    Question on TRACERT command

    Using TRACERT in Windows XP, there is the -w switch that lets you set the timeout in milliseconds. I cannot find anywhere what the default timeout threshold is when no switch is used. Any ideas? Thanks.
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    User error or bad hardware?

    After years of not building anything, I just put together a new system, specs as follows: Motherboard : Abit IP35-E CPU : Intel C2D E6550 (stock cooler used) RAM : Crucial 2GB (CT25664AA800) Video : MSI RX2600XT HDD : WD 500GB SATA (WD5000AAKS) PSU : SeaSonic S12 II SS-500GB Optical ...
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    Smartphone/Outlook dialer?

    It might seem like Uber-laziness, but I was wondering if there was some Outlook plugin that would connect my smarthphone wit my Outlook contacts and cause the phone to dial a number. Would be killer from a productivity standpoint for me. Anyone know of such a product?
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    Please recommend an "elderly friendly" digital camera

    I need to find a good digital camera for an older couple. Criteria that I have so far: * sub $300 * compact but not tiny * easy controls * big LCD I know a lot of camera fit the above bill, but I'm wondering if anyone has specific recommendations that pass the older person...
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    Please talk me out of wasting money on S-Video cables

    I'll be getting 2 new cable boxes as part of my HTPC setup. They feature S-Video out which works perfectly with my TV tuner. I have some S-Video cables in the house that I suspect may have problems (pins look crooked) so I want to buy new ones and not waste time troubleshooting $5 cables...
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    Is Windows XP a real-time OS?

    Not that I know exactly what a real-time operating system is, but I have always been under the impression that Windows is not considered a true real-time product. I'm about to go flame a guy on another forum for making claims that it is, but I figured I should first get the facts straight from...
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    Any reason why this wouldn't work?

    I am the proud, new owner of a Lenovo X60. As I do with all new computers, I reformat, install the OS with the latest drivers and core applications then image the drive. Of course, this obscenely expensive laptop comes with no XP discs. I have learned that for a fee they will send me...
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    Disabling the display + program listing on Comcast cable

    I'm a few days away from hooking up my HTPC, using Beyond TV as a front end. It donned upon me that the Comcast show listing will be displayed along with the BTV one when I change channel, which is not good. I couldn't find any settings on how to disable this. Any ideas?
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    Imaging Windows from one drive to another

    Simple scenario, I am switching from a PATA to a SATA drive. I will be using Acronis True Image to make the image. I anticipate trouble when I first boot up the newly-imaged drive since it does not have SATA drivers loaded. So the question is, is there a way to pre-load them or will XP just...
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    Will I ever get my laptop?

    Check this out. No, I certainly am not blaming UPS for this one... I am, however, jonesing for my X60!
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    Folks living outside the US: Does "Fox on Demand" work for you?

    Test it out, here. I'm curious if they have opened up distribution to non-US viewers, unlike ABC. Thanks.
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    Difference in power consumption: 2 X 512MB RAM vs. 1 X 1GB

    I'm wondering if there is any difference between say 2 modules of 512MB vs. one 1GB stick in terms of power consumption. On a related note, would 2 512MB modules give off more or less heat than a 1GB module? The assumption here is that the RAM is from the same family of products from one...
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    IBM/Lenovo laptop owners: How quickly did you get your machine?

    I ordered an X60 last night and they now estimate the ship date to be December 5. I've been spoiled by Dell's ridiculously fast turnaround time. Anyone know how accurate Lenovo's estimates really are?
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    Batch file to output performance data from Task Manager

    Simply put, there are metrics presented in the Performance tab of the Windows XP Task Manager that I would like to record. Specifically, I need Total Physical Memory, Total Commit Charge, and Peak Commit Charge. A log is not required, since I just require the 3 numbers as a snapshot in time...
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    Optimizing Windows XP for low memory systems

    I realize that the only correct answer is "Buy more RAM". That said, however, what can be done to maintain a stable system that performs adequately if RAM is on the low end? I've seen tweaking guides on the web, but now I'm curious as to what works and what doesn't. Any pointers?
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    My cousin is on the web and I can't save the video!

    My cousin was on CNBC Europe. I'd love to save the clip for posterity sake. That and I have family with bad internet connections who are nagging me to obtain it for them. For the life of me, I cannot save the underlying video. I've tried looking through the source, packet sniffing...
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    eBay is dangerous!

    This thread post linked to a bizarre eBay auction. I was curious what other auctions would be under this category, so I ended up here. As one can see, there is a thumbnail of a nude woman. Careful clicking on that link. It took me to a page asking me to log in. I figured since it was...
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    Short term job opportunity near Buffalo, NY

    A client of mine is looking for 2-3 people to fill the following position. Location: * Near Buffalo, NY Description: * My client has a warehouse full of non-prescription drugs. The job is to sort through all articles and repackage them depending on dating. There will be some...
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    Why are certain sounds so disconcerting to some people?

    The other day, I lost my cool when someone around me was handling a block of styrofoam. The noise was driving me nuts. I couldn't figure it out since the sound itself was not intrinsically harmful. It was not too loud, so there was no biological motive to protect my ears. Sure, music and...
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    So my 77 year old grandmother wants to join Facebook

    While I find the idea stupid, is there any harm? Keep in mind I know little to nothing about MySpace, Facebook, etc. Are there any possible risks for the unsavvy (fraud, etc.)?
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    What ethnicity/nationality is the name "Erhan" from?

    Okay, so I suck at posting... Trying again. ... I came across the name "Erhan" and am curious if anyone knows the origins. Thanks.
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    Can this be done with SOHO equipment?

    A client of mine has a rather large house that is fully wired for ethernet. Right now, they have a wireless router (WRT54G serving as an AP) on each level, for a total of three. They have a network appliance serving as DHCP server and firewall near the patch panel. Each router uses a...
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    One page order form on a website

    I am working on a web project for a client. He has a cool product to sell so I am coding the order form. No shopping cart is needed since there is only one product. That and he just wants a 1 pager... The 4 sections I have are: * Order quantity (5 options of preset quantities with...
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    Nvidia GeForce Go 7400 VS. ATI Radeon 9500

    I'm thinking about a new laptop to replace/supplement my existing PC. The laptop has the Nvidia GeForce Go 7400, whereas my desktop system has the ATI Radeon 9500. It might be an apples to oranges comparison, but I am wondering how one compares to the other in terms of performance. I'm...
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    Is a Tablet PC a gimmick or can it enhance productivity?

    I am considering a new notebook for work, something in the 12-14" range. I find myself taking paper notes often enough, and I am very disorganized when it comes to loose papers. So the thought of a Tablet PC appeals to me in that I could digitize most, of not all, of my notetaking. Other than...
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    How do I respectfully reply to this e-mail?

    What I actually did: VNC'd into her Dell laptop NOT her MAC. Actually, she initiated an outbound connection to my IP address since she is behind the router. I then pointed QuickBooks to the correct .QBW file since there was some ambiguity about that on her end. I then closed the remote...
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    What do you think of this LCD TV?

    I'm thinking of buying this TV. Any expert or informed opinions on how good (or lacking) it is?
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    Is there a word for this?

    The process of breaking something down, transporting it, and then reassembling at the other end?
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    GPS owners: is it worth it?

    I'm looking to buy a GPS since frankly I am terrible with directions and esily get lost. My line of work has me going to new client sites all the time, and my current method of printing out maps from Streets & Trips 2006 is hardly infallible. Has a GPS made a difference for you?
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    Apparently, I signed up for AOL

    A charge appeared on my Amex for AOL... That's a good one. I must be one of the world's biggest haters of AOL. 15 minutes playing in their phone maze, 1 custmoer service rep, and 1 disconnect so far... And nothing - back into the maze. Has this happened to anyone else?
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    Looking for a catchy flash video

    It was posted some time ago, but I cannot find it. It's an anime piece where the girl is twirling something in her hand while singing a catchy tune. Any links? Please?
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    How major of a security flaw is this?

    I administer several business and personal websites hosted with a large and reputable hosting company. Via FTP, I can access the the files of the other users on the server. No hacking, no trickery, just a few mouse clicks from the FTP client and I can see all files of the other users. How...
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    Bluetooth headset just survived washer and dryer

    I naturally checked every pocket except for that one... The irony is that I was considering replacement today since the battery life seems very short. I guess Motorola can make a decent product.
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    What keyboard is this?

    Anyone know what kind of keyboard this is? Thanks.
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    Copyright question - CD's / digitial rights

    I know this is a gray area, but I was wondering what thoughts people had on this. Here's the scenario I thought about I buy a CD, I own it physically. I cannot duplicate it, except for use as a personal backup copy or for use on a PC/portable player (and this is just a "fair use"...
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    Selling on Craigslist

    I have a lot of computer parts to liquidate for cheap. eBay is out since I don't have the time to ship anything, plus I like the idea of a cash-only transaction, and listing on CL is quicker. Right now, I have 7 CRT monitors to get rid of. Should I list all 7 in one ad, or create a new post...
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    Musings on the Vonage V-Phone

    Talking about this: http://www.vonage.com/vonagevphone/ The concept is clever enough, but I fail to see the need for the USB dongle. Why not leverage the fact that a lot of newer laptops have onbaord bluetooth and allow the vonage software to utilize a BT headset? Or simply plug in a...