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    How to change reply in Microsoft Outlook?

    When I go to reply to or forward an e-mail, it gives me the 'rich text' as the default style. I'd like it to be 'HTML' so my signature shows up properly. Any way to change this so it always reflects HTML? Thank you!
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    Microsoft Netmeeting

    I am new to Netmeeting, and have a few quick questions: 1. How do I go about creating a directory? I'm using it for both personal and business, and just want those people listed. 2. How do I turn on RDC so I can control some of the PC's? Two of my family members are somewhat computer...
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    RAM issue...question

    I just purchased a new Dell desktop that uses PC3200. Can I use my old PC2700 in there, or would it not boot? Thanks! Aaron
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    Windows XP Pro--please help

    Whenever I try to install it over my Hp with Windows XP Media Center, it works fine, until I get to the product key. It says its invalid, even though I've read over it 20 times. What is going on?
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    Connectivity Help

    I just purchased a set of Creative T5400 5.1 speakers. I'm trying to plug them into my laptop, and I realized that I have to have a stereo cable for the AUX port on the subwoofer, since my laptop is not 5.1. I happen to have a very short one, and tried it, but some of the speakers aren't...
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    Music hardware...why is this good?

    I just read an article about a new music player idea. To summarize, they are planning to have a subscription service, with software from Microsoft that makes the song no longer available if the subscription is cancelled. I'm confused...why would people want this, when Apple offer .99 music...
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    Just double checking

    I read an article that confused me, but let me get this straight: the Sonoma (new Centrino...will it be called that?) is more powerful than the current Centrino, right? What is good about it? Thanks!
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    Drive Problem

    I'm working on a computer that has Windows 98, and both of the CD drives aren't being recognized. Any ideas? Thanks!
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    Access Question

    Does anyone know how to convert contacts in ACT over to Microsoft Access? Thanks!
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    Access Question

    Does anyone know how to convert contacts in ACT over to Microsoft Access? Thank you so much!
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    Video Card Issue--Please Help

    If I'm installing a video card in a computer with an integrated video card, how do I go about disabling it--or do I need to? BIOS? Thanks, Aaron Baker
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    Integrated Video Card?

    I was talking to a Gateway rep today (I'm upgrading a Gateway for a customer), and he said that I couldn't upgrade the video card because it was integrated onto the motherboard....is that true? I thought you could just disable it..... Thanks!
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    Quick Question

    Quick question: When I go to certain pages, like Yahoo and Google, the text is much bigger (it suddenly happened a few days ago). I can't remember how to get rid of this......how would I do it? Thanks!
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    MX Duo Question

    I just got the MX Duo set today...very nice! I have one question: The keyboard seems to be lagging a lot. How do I fix this? Thank you so much! Aaron Baker
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    Speakers

    Whenever I play my Altec Lansing ALC221 speakers, I have a horrible static. There's nothing really near them...any ideas? Thanks!
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    Router Question

    I have a D-Link DI-512 802.11g wireless router. My computer is plugged into it via one of the wired ports in the back. Every so often, I'll be surfing the internet, and....I guess about every 10 minutes or so...one of the pages won't display. I'm not sure if the router is "skipping," or...
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    Circuit City Warranty Transfer Information

    Just a quick note: I work for Circuit City, and I know that our CityAdvantage transfer policies are a hot topic on the forum. I reread the warranty booklet tonight, and it is fully transferrable, as long as you mail a letter to our head of our CityAdvantage department. For more information...
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    Help with computer issue

    The other day, I went to one of the computers upstairs. When I went to turn it on, it showed the "Windows did not start successfully screen," and gave me the usual options. I've tried all of them, and it's just looping back to the same screen. What is happening?
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    Question Yet Again

    I'm making a DVD for someone. I used WinDVD creator, and everything seemed to be fine. After burning the DVD, the sound is now about 10 seconds ahead of the video. What would be the issue here? Thanks!
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    A few questions

    I'm a Technology Product Specialist at Circuit City, and own an independent computer business. Of course, I'm a geek, but there are always those few questions that I wonder about. I've listed some of them below--thank you in advance for your replies! Aaron Baker 1. I've done some reading...
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    Quick Video Question

    I'm a computer geek, but ironically, I've never burned a DVD--just a CD. I have a DVD+RW in my computer. I just finished editing a movie in Windows Movie Maker, and I want to put that movie on a DVD to watch on a computer/DVD player. What steps do I need to go about to do this? Can you burn...
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    DVD Question

    When I'm burning a movie onto a DVD, can I use Windows built in DVD burning stuff or do I have to spend a ton of money on some stupid software program? Thank you, Aaron
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    Really quick question...

    I recorded an episode of my favorite TV show, but I was going back, editing the ads out. When I use Windows Movie Maker, and move the frames down into the storyline, a horrible "buzzing" noise starts. It doesn't happen any other time--just when it's on the storyboard. Any ideas?
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    Video Related Question

    I have a question (well, really two questions) that I've been dying to ask for a long time. I have an ATI TV Wonder VE tuner card in my HP desktop. I have a VCR plugged into it through coaxial cable. The VCR acts as it would on a normal TV, displaying on channel 3. My questions are: 1. I...
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    Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Question

    I have a Microsoft wireless desktop/mouse set, and the mouse is beginning to die (I think). I've been thinking about just getting another wireless mouse, but can you use two wireless base stations that close together? Thanks!
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    HP Question

    I have an HP Pavilion a520n desktop PC. At just random times, the computer will restart. It's on no specific schedule....every day sometimes, every few days other times. It's in the computer compartment in the desk. Is it overheating? If it is, this brings me to my second question: if it...
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    VCR to computer question

    I have a question: I just bought an ATI TV Wonder VE Card. It has the coax cable, sound, and an S-Video port (don't know which one), with an adapter that plugs into it and branches off into the red and white component cable holes. My question is this: the card claims you can plug your VCR into...
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    Quick broadband question

    I have cable internet service with Charter. My question: it runs on the analog signal, so I can't plug it in and watch TV on my computer with that same line, right? Thanks! Aaron Baker
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    .Mac--please help

    Is there any place I can find .Mac for cheaper than $99.99? I saw it at Mega Macs for $79.43, but I was hoping to get it somewhere for around $69.99. Any suggestions? I tried eBay, but I couldn't find anything.....HELP! Thanks!!!!
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    Cell Phone Question

    I have an LG VX4400. The outer LCD is broken, and I'm trying to find a replacement. I can't seem to find one on eBay, and I'm not going to pay Verizon for their insane fees. Any good ideas/suggestions on where to get a good replacement? Thanks! Aaron
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    Print Server Question

    I work at Circuit City, and we just got in a wired print server. I have an 802.11b wireless network at home, and I was wondering: could I plug the printer into the print server, run a CAT 5 cable from the print server to the wireless router, and have the print server be wireless (even though...
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    Apple Computer of the Week

    March 5, 2004 AceBake here with your Mac of the Week! As this is the first week for it, I have a very special deal for everyone: MicroCenter: iBook G3 900 MHz/128 MB RAM/40 GB HD/Combo Drive/12.1 inch screen for $799! http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0169459...
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    HP Question

    I have a question: my friend just purchased an HP desktop, and she is able to download any song she wants to from MusicMatch. Is there some sort of free trial or something that comes with the new desktops? She didn't pay for it.... Thanks! Aaron Baker
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    I need some laptop advice

    Alright, this is getting so bad that I need some laptop advice. I've gone through a huge amount of laptops, and I literally can't find the right one for me. Let me first list the ones I've owned: -Apple PowerBook G4 500MHz (awesome computer, best I've used, but the screen went out) -Apple...
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    Windows XP Help--please

    I have Windows XP on my Compaq laptop, and I wanted to reinstall Windows XP. I decided not to, and I cancelled it in the setup. Now, whenever I start my computer, I have a boot order: Windows XP Home Edition, or Windows XP Setup. I want to get rid of the Setup one.....how do I do this...
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    CPU Fan Question

    I'm getting ready to buy a new CPU fan (mine is making odd noises and I think it's contributing to my system problems). I'm debating between: 1. Zalman CNPS5700D-cu NewEgg Link-Zalman OR 2. Thermaltake P4 Spark 7+(Xaser Edition)Highest Performance Copper CPU Cooler,w/ Temp.Controler. NewEgg...
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    Help! iPod Problem

    I have a 20 GB 2nd generation iPod, and I get the traditional "folder with an !" at the start, right after the Apple logo. How do I fix this? Thanks! Aaron
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    Major Computer Retailer Poll

    I want to see what everyone thinks.....which retailer, in your opinion, is the best? After your selection, please tell why you like that company, and which ones you don't like. Thanks!
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    Possessed Computer

    I think my computer is possessed.....I'll be working, then it'll just shut down and restart....all of a sudden....is something overheating, is it a Windows flaw....HELP! It'll say "This system has recovered from a serious error" when it restarts....I'm lost....
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    Question About Computer

    I have a P4 2.53 GHz desktop computer with an 18.1 inch LCD screen that I just purchased. It's running very well, except for one problem: when I'm on a browser, email, etc. and I try to scroll down, there's a BIG delay. I wasn't sure if it was because the screen was so large or if I needed...