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    I need suggestions for learning

    Being back to school time(finally my last year at college) I'm enrolled in a networking theory class. My background is good to go as far as networks and general computing, but we are required to complete a programming project that utilizes a network, such as coding an IM Client & IM Server or...
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    Counter Strike Source questions

    So I got a new rig and I want to blow some time gaming. I had some fun playing the original CS so I thought I'd give the new one a try. Here's the deal. If I want to play online do I just go to counter-strike.net and buy the CS:Source pack for $19.99 and then I'm set? The wording seems to...
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    Difference between two Athlon 64s

    I am buying a new system with an Athlon 64 in it and settled on the AMD Athlon 64 3200+ Processor (Venice) Socket 939 Retail, but there are two different ones listed at both NewEgg and ZZF, can anyone tell me what the difference is between these two chips and why I would pay an extra $17 for...
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    Building a system for myself

    Alright, my current system is giving up the ghost, and I need something reliable and middle of the road to replace it. I'm going to carry some old stuff into my new system: Plextor DVD burner Logitech 5.1 speakers 2x Dell 1905FPs Everything else I'm hoping to pick up as follows...
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    Song from American Dad ep203

    Anyone know what song is played starting at 6m25s through 6m46s? Inquiring minds want to know. -J
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    Places to eat in Columbia, SC

    I recently moved to Columbia, SC and I can't find a good place to get a cheeseburger, fries, and a malt and it's kinda starting to piss me off. Anyone from or living in this area that could recommend a place to grab a good burger and malt? -Jason
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    Digital recorder for class

    My roomate is looking for a digital recorder for his classes. Should he get a specialized voice recorder or are there mp3 players with a line-in that he could hook a small mic up to and record on that? Any ideas? Thanks, -Jason
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    Online college textbook sites?

    Any recommendations for buying college textbooks online to save some cash? Lots of credits this fall and I want to shave some cash of my book expenditure. -Jason
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    Programs for Calc I

    I'm looking for some good comprehensive software for a Ti-89 to help me with a Calc class. What have you people used in the past and has it been helpful? Thanks, Jason
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    Any Charleston, SC residents?

    I am kicking around a move to Charleston for school at College of Charleston next fall. Anyone who lives (or has lived) out there care to comment on the city? Thanks, Jason
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    Looking for large external storage

    I am kicking around ditching my desktop which now houses 2x 100GB Western Digitals and going to an external firewire/usb2.0 enclosure for my drivers. Does anyone know of some competent units that maybe incorporate some sort of RAID in an external drive enclosure with some serious space...
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    Anyone live/work/go to school in Oregon

    I've been kicking around moving out to Oregon somewhere, maybe Portland. Any of you folks work or go to school out there? How do you like it? What's the job market like? I'm curious to see what actual residents think of the state. Thanks, Jason
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    Debate vidcap

    Does anyone have a vidcap of the debate? I had to be in class tonight and so I missed it. If anyone has it I would be more than willing to host it for others. Thanks, Jason No opinions here, just want the raw info.
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    TiVo functionality for a PC

    I am in need of a video card that can take signal in, record on demand and via schedule in good quality formats, and has video out so I can playback to a TV. Any suggestions? Thanks, Jason
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    Laptop Backpack

    I need to get a laptop backpack that will hold my Dell 600m and maybe a few schoolbooks this fall. Does anyone have some suggestions? It will be replacing an APC TravelPower breifcase style case. Thanks, Jason
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    Street Legal Minibikes

    Does anyone commute, work or school, on a street legal mini bike? Lets say under 100cc? If you do, what do you have and how do you like it? Also what do you pay for insurance and things like that. If you have one for sale in the Mpls/St. Paul area, let me know as well. Thanks, Jason
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    External Hard Drive w/Network

    Has anyone used this product: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?id=1064607241203&skuId=6079263&type=product&cmp=%20%20 How about any similar products that are external hard drives with network cards.
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    mp3 integrity checker

    I know someone posted a few links to tools that will automate finding tracks with major auditory problems, would anyone happen to have a few handy links sitting around? Thanks, Jason
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    Carlson School of Management

    Is anyone here in this school or know anyone who has been or is in this college at the University of Minnesota? Jason
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    Laptop owners, what brand is your favorite

    I'm looking to get a laptop coming up here fairly soon for work and I'd like to know what laptops you guys recommend. Personal stories, how a friend's held up, what you liked when you saw it, good reviews you read, whatever. Thanks, Jason So far I've liked the looks of the Dell Inspiron 600m.
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    Car Company Net Worth

    Does anyone know where I can find net worth information for the big world automakers? I did some searching but couldn't come up with much and I think I saw it on here before. Thanks, Jason
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    DJing with Winamp

    I am looking for a plugin(s) for winamp that allow messing with audio like a dj would with CDs/Records. Anyone know of anything good? Thanks, Jason
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    DVD+-R Disc Questions

    I just picked up the Sony DVD+-R/RW combo drive and now I need some DVD-R or some DVD+R discs. Is there anyplace that has a compatability chart of what works with what set top boxes? Also what brand do you perfer and where do you buy them? Thanks, Jason
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    DW-U14A Retail vs OEM w/software (any good?)

    Is the difference between the Sony DW-U14A retail and the DW-U14A OEM w/software really just a retail box and an IDE cable? If so I think I'll save my 50 bucks and get the OEM w/software. Thanks, Jason
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    FreeBSD GUI

    What is your favorite FreeBSD GUI to use. I am looking at WindowMaker, KDE, and GNOME right now. Any preferences or screen shots out there? Thanks, Jason
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    19 Monitor (CRT)

    I am looking for the best priced 19in monitor that can do 1600x1200 @ 75hz or better. From what I am seeing now, the stuff in the $190-210 range will only do 1280x1024 @75hz. The only thing I saw was a KDS 19in and this will do 1600x1200, but it is really cheap. Is there anything wrong with...
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    Anyone running a DLT Tape drive at home?

    If you are using one, what brand, what size, and how is it working for you? I am looking at a Dell 40GG/80GB. Jason
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    Anyone using an Onstream tape backup?

    I have an DI30 and a 2.60ide and I am not having much luck getting them to work. Is anyone out there running either of these drives. If you are what software and drivers are you using with them. Thanks, Jason
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    nView vs. Hydravision

    What is the difference between an nView setup and a Hydravision setup? I have a choice of either a geForce based card or an ATI card right now and I don't play games much, so I'm wondering which is the better setup for dual monitors. Thanks, Jason
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    Dell 1901FP LCD - Good?

    Dell's got the 1901FP on sale this week for $468 through small business. Is this a good flat panel? I am thinking of going dual output with my 21in CRT and then this 19in LCD. Does anyone have one that can vouch for quality? Also is $468 direct from Dell a good deal? Thanks, Jason
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    Anyone here trade stocks online?

    If so, what service do you use and why? Thanks, Jason
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    Best Buy Coupons

    How often does Best Buy run that 3 day promotion through the mail where it is 10-30% off certain items with the coupon? Jason
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    HDTV ?

    I am looking to get an HDTV to watch DVDs and things on. I was out looking at them, and for the price I didn't see anything that could compare to this Samsung: Samsung HDTV Anyone out there have any experience with HDTVs? For the same approx price $4000 I could get a 42in plasma, but another...
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    Gopeds?

    Anyone have a Goped? What kind do you have, how much did you pay for it, where did you get it, how do you like it, and what would you recommend to others? I'm looking for cheap short distance summertime transportation to work and back. Thanks, Jason
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    Consumer rights

    If a company shipped you a bunch of items that you did not order and they arrive at your home what is the customer required by law to do? Are you allowed to keep the items, pay for the items, or store the items until they can be reclaimed? Thanks, Jason
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    Demilitarized Mortar Tube?

    Anyone know if there is a way to get demilitarized mortar launching tubes? I know they sell demil- machine guns, and rocket launchers and such, but I haven't been able to find a mortar tube. If it sounds like an odd request I just think it would be nifty and extremely safe way to shoot...
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    Audigy 2 Platinum Remote + Winamp

    I can't seem to find any good links on howto make the Audigy 2 Platinum remote work with Winamp. I did some searching and it didn't turn much up. Has anyone done this? I don't really feel like using Creatives worthless media center just so I can use a remote. Any ideas appreciated. Thanks...
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    Good Athlon 2100+ Heatsink/Fan

    I have two Athlon 2100+s that are running too hot for my comfort. So I'm looking to replace the HSF on both. What are some good choices in low noise-solid cooling HSFs. I will not be overclocking either unit. The new HSFs will replace the stock ones provided with Retail processors. Thanks...
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    Audigy 2 Platinum + Logitech z-680 5.1s

    I just got an Audigy Platinum and some Logitech z-680s. Its a sweet setup but I'm having some issues. Well just one issue. I have the creative software set to digital output only and set to 5.1 speakers. I am using an opitcal digital out cable from the LiveDrive to the Logitech receiver...
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    New Linux Setup

    I just freed up a spare computer for testing and dorking around on, and now I'd like to get it up and running with some flavor of linux. I am familiar with the end use of non-GUI of Solaris but that is about it. So I'm wondering what distributions would you guys recommend trying out...