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    Anyone into Home Security? Need help choosing a video intercom system.

    There doesn't seem to be a good forum for home security. I'm looking to wire up a video intercom system with an electronic door-strike. It's surprisingly cheap. I think I could get away for less than $400 for a decent system if I do it myself. Anyone have any tips?
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    Building an ESXi machine

    So I keep hearing that ESX/ESXi are cranky about what hardware they run on. I tried to look at the Hardware Compatibility List (HCL) that VMware provides on their website, is it just me or is it impossible to navigate? Anyway, I already have SATA hard drives for the build. I need a...
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    eBay browsing software

    I'm on eBay a lot. There must be some software that browses eBay better than eBay does it itself. For example, combining BuyItNow+shipping charges to get the lowest price. Easier photo viewing. Stuff like that. What do you recommend?
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    Building a RAID5 box, help me pick a motherboard

    My RAID5 box will run Linux so I've come here hoping that some of you guys have experience with recent chipsets. The disk controller chipset can make or break this project. I've got all my other parts picked out (except CPU, which depends upon the mobo...) My requirements: Any AMD/Intel...
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    Looking for a really cool looking "cube" case

    I am looking for a case to serve one specific function -- to look good next to my TV. Something small and modern. It will house a MicroATX mobo, two hdds, one dvdrw, and one card reader if it has an external 3.5". no more than that. Nothing on newegg really stands out. Anyone know of anything?
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    NAS device or fileserver?

    My fileserver is 875/900GB filled. I need to make a decision. I'm going crazy trying to decide what to do. I'm going to either buy a NAS with 4x SATA and RAID5, or build my own FreeNAS. I'm a big DIY guy but this time, I really have to think about it. Maybe you guys can help...
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    A few words about my experience with the new MS Vista

    So I installed the final version of Vista from a friend of mine, and I've been running it on my laptop for 48 hours. I have 3 days left until it becomes crippled and I have to buy a key. It's a very nice upgrade from XP. The look and feel is completely different, but you can still tell it's...
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    for the first time in 10 years i am purchasing a prebuilt PC

    my first computer (1996) was a Packard Bell but after i performed surgery on that box for the 50th time i felt confident enough that my next system was going to be hand built by me, and it was. i haven't stopped since. until now. there were a few reasons why i decided to build it myself...
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    Tips on building an HTPC?

    I dunno, I seem to have gotten the HTPC bug. I had way too much free time this weekend. You know how it is? This is my first venture into Home Theater. I currently have a $200 stereo and an old TV in my room. I've searched and read a few things, but I have some questions. The video card...
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    Anyone ever purchase eyeglasses off the web?

    It's tempting, turning a $600 store purchase into at $150-200 web purchase but its difficult choosing frames when you can't try them on. Anyone here tried it?
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    Service that notifies you of new versions of software?

    I was hoping there was a website that you could sign up, where you subscribe and recieve emails of software that you wish to be notified when a new version is out. For example, something simple, like PuTTY or GAIM. I don't want to visit the site every day, or even once a week, hoping there...
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    Linux Security *Need Help, got cracked*

    I was running a VNC server on a standard port, apparently someone broke in. I wouldn't have known it unless I hit CTRL+V where the cracker left a URL that he copied to the clipboard. The URL pointed to this site which contains 2 Trojan files Trojan.BAT.Zapchast (win32 exe's). He definitely...
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    Iomega 250GB Hi-Speed USB 2.0/Firewire External Hard Drive $19.95

    http://www.ritzcamera.com/product/EP4479977.htm
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    How many of you entered fake info when you registered a domain?

    For obvious reasons I do not want to post my real information for the world to see. I'll at least give a real email address, but come on... my address, my phone number? Not happening.
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    Can anyone help me start an image hosting website?

    I have tried 2 different php gallery scripts, one by celerondude (awesome skin but no search feature) and one by Coppermine (way too complicated, makes it look like a vbforum). My requirements are: Simple, clean, attractive interface Searchable by keywords Anyone can search (unregistered)...
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    Recommend a company for website hosting

    I'm not interested in telnap, netfirms, dreamhost, etc bulk sharing hosts. I tried HostGator, I found their webmail difficult to use and configure so I'm looking around again. I need something legit, all the bells and whistles, for around $10.00/mo. Dreamhost would be great if their email...
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    Adding RAID5 to my linux box

    I feel what I want out of this server is simple but before I make any assumptions I wanted to ask you guys for advice. I don't want to get too fancy and get myself in trouble. I have been playing with linux (slackware w/ 2.6) for a few years now. It still makes me nervous when trying new...
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    Software for Printing Industry, Pre-Press, PDF, etc etc

    I work at a print shop and basically created a pre-press department all on my own, with no training of course. Just looking for tools to make my life easier. I have Adobe CS2 and Quite Imposing Plug-in for Acrobat. I have to convince the boss to spend even more money to buy Crackerjack and...
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    My old TV broke! What will $300-400 get me?

    This one came recommended from someone who owns it. Its refurbed, but from the manufacturer. Also its CRT and not flat screen. Going from a 20" old TV to a 30" widescreen HDTV should be cool. For the money I think this is all I'm gonna get...
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    Streaming my music collection through an internet jukebox

    This is interesting. I have a linux fileserver at home that contains music that I would like to stream to my work computer. I have full control of both networks. I would like to share my entire library and be able to choose what I want to play. Like an internet jukebox. What's more, I would...
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    802.11b/g WiFi vs. my cordless phone system

    Thanks to Hot Deals I saved a ton of money signing up for SunRocket VOIP service. They gave me a free Uniden 2.4ghz DSS system (I have 4 handsets) for signing up. Now I have to get them all to play nice with my Linksys WRT54g and wifi devices. I'm more concerned with the fact that when I am...
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    Whats an app that scans a LAN for shared folders?

    Anyone know a good one? WinXP, preferably freeware? Shareware will do also I guess.
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    Any tips/tricks for using a touchpad?

    Like when browsing in Firefox, I don't want to go all the way up to the "back" button to go back. Can't I just tap on the touchpad a certain way? I searched for "touchpad" in Firefox extensions but nothing came up. Maybe someone here knows something. My Compaq v2000z has a Synaptics...
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    Wiring a business for ethernet

    Please advise. I'm going to attempt to do this myself. My boss has knowledge in electric work (snaking cables) and I have knowledge in computer networking so it shouldn't be a problem. We are located on one floor, ground level, with a drop ceiling. Pictures could be provided upon request...
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    Fun uses for a laptop?

    For some reason, don't ask me why, I've gotten the bug to buy a laptop. So I found a "hot deal" and picked one up brand new for $500. 14" wxga, under 6lb, 2.0ghz amd 64... it's more powerful than my desktop : So, help me justify my purchase, and tell me some fun uses for a laptop. I live...
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    Anyone ever build their own laptop using a "barebook" ?

    I was reading TomsHardware.com and they were talking about some companies selling "barebooks," which is essentially a barebones notebook computer. The screen type, resolution, video card, etc, are all predetermined because they are fixed parts of the machine.. however you add your own CPU...
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    Need some assistance with this laptop hdd. Unable to create new partition.

    Here's the story.. I hooked up this 2.5" hdd (40gb) my computer via a USB 2.0 enclosure. I wanted to erase it because I'm selling it. I started up Partition Magic 8.0 and told it to delete all the partitions and "Secure Erase" so no data can be recovered. It went up until 30%, then errored...
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    Looking for an app that will notify me when a web page changes

    I'm not looking for the web based ones, they are too slow to notify me. I need one that checks every 10 minutes or so and sends me an email or pages me.
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    ATTN: Hot Deals users... Washing Machines?

    I've never tried to buy such a large appliance over the internet. Should I even attempt it? I've gotten such good deals on other things over the net that I recently vowed never to buy anything in a store again. Retail is for chumps, imho.
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    Quick way to jump to last post of thread?

    In "my forums" in threads I recently posted in, how can I jump to the last post? Or even better, once I click on the thread and end up on page 1, how can i jump to the last post?
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    Headphones for a christmas present? Any ideas?

    I wanna spend up to $100 for headphones for this girl, she mentioned she wants the "isolator" type headphones (not ear buds). I wonder if she wants to wear them in public? I think they look kinda doofy if you're not hanging out in your room with them...
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    HSF combo for MicroATX case

    Anyone have any experience with this? I plan on building a SFF cube using an Antec Aria case. The CPU will be a Venice 3200+. I know the first try fitting an HSF or even the second try will be a failure. I hope someone can offer some advice on this matter.
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    Choosing an mATX 939 motherboard - Gigabyte vs Asus

    This link may work: Newegg Comparison I need a 939 mobo with onboard video that I may upgrade to X2 cpu in the future. I don't do any gaming but I do enjoy high quality parts. I'll spend up to $90.00. I heard the nvidia 6150 chipset is the best choice, so these 2 boards have that...
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    None of these mATX cases really impress me

    None of them really grab me. I'm looking for a well built, slick looking, fully functional PC case with 1 external drive and USB/Audio/Firewire on the outside. Good cooling, good construction, and good fit-and-finish is absolutely necessary (although I won't be able to tell about the fit and...
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    I'm scared!! My heatware account seems to have disappeared

    I've contacted support, has this ever happened to anyone? It disappeared sometime between yesterday and today. :(
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    MicroATX amd64 motherboard? Which one?

    I'm building a SFF box using this case. I'm pretty sure I'll be using a 939 3200+ Venice, thats the suggested one, right? Please have a look here to see what newegg offers. My requirements are MicroATX, onboard video, and the ability to upgrade the CPU in the future. I don't want the...
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    Managing your email... 1 account? 2 accounts? 3?

    After years and years of procrastinating I finally registered my own domain, got it hosted, and set me up an IMAP/webmail account. Before I start changing my registered email address on all of my websites, I wanted to know if I should add another account. I'd keep 1 for personal/forum use, and...
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    Powerful file manager for Windows?

    I've always hated Windows Explorer. I want something like the file man in KDE linux. Anyone know of any replacements?
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    attn: webmasters... need some guidance

    i'm jumping into a new web project. my first time. basically what i need some info on advertising on the internet, how to get to the top of search engines, etc. i plan to use google adsense to make some money also. to be honest, my idea depends on getting to the top of google search...