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    Can't connect to network...

    I came home after a thunderstorm and the power had been out. The computer boots up just fine, but the network has "Limited or no connectivity". I have tried using a different network cable, changing the network card, to no avail. Any suggestions?
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    Corn on the cob...

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    Transcend 2.2 gb Compactflash Type II- $182.00 w/ free shipping @ NewEgg - Hot?

    Great price on 2.2 gb Compactflash if the brand is reliable. 2 gb cards run for ~$400. Any opinions? EDIT: Type II
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    Mobile Hard drive

    My friend is having problems with his computer, so I want to help him out by bringing my hd and transferring his files over (no internet, no cdrw, 256mb flash drive too slow for 10 gb of files) to format the disk. Are there any problems that may occur with bringing my hd over to a computer with...
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    Crappy Graphics in Red Hat

    I installed XP, then set it up to dual boot with Red Hat 9 with the included GRUB. This was easy enough for a first time user until I logged in. Graphics are choppy including the busy overlay on the cursor. The "additional" games like Tux Racer don't work. By the way Tux Racer worked before I...
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    Best Free Email?

    In terms of space, ads, and other factors that make you love or hate your email. And don't say Hotmail.
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    premature removal of usb drives?

    Ok so I'm not supposed to remove the Cruzer until it's stopped. At school, I can't access the Safely Remove Hardware window because I'm a student and I might inappropriately use the computer:|. Is there a way around this? I can get to command prompt. If I did remove the Cruzer without stopping...
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    Mad Dog Brand?

    I was looking at some burners and came across a Mad Dog brand. Will these make me happy? :|
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    Best TV Tuner for consoles

    Just want to know what card is best for using a console on PC. I know you're gonna say I'm crazy not sticking with PC games but my TV is dead and I would like to make some use of my PS2 and Xbox. :(
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    Advantage of using DVI?

    Just got a Sony SDM-X82 lcd monitor and DVI doesn't seem to give a better picture. Is there any way to improve the picture or am I just too blind to see the improvement?
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    Occassional Yellowing w/ LCD First post {:^)

    My friend has a Sony 18" LCD and tells me he gets yellow flashes every so often, some weeks more frequently than others. Now I've read the manual and it says that under extreme heat or cold discoloration and ghosting may occur. It has been 85-90 degrees on vacation in NH but I doubt that this is...