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    Transferring files between two PCs

    Hi Everyone, I would like to connect my laptop to my home computer and transfer large files. I bought a cross over cable. How do I setup both workstations (both running XP) to transfer files? I assume I could always setup a folder and "share" it. Will sharing make my computer vulnerable...
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    Connection Question

    Is setting a share on a folder bad because other people on the network could hack into my computer?
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    Connection Question

    Ok I bought the crossover cable. How do I transfer files between the computers? Both comps are running XP
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    Connection Question

    can I use a straight through cable instead for transferring file between two PCs? I have lots of straight cables...no crossover
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    Connection Question

    Thank you It looks like I need a cross over cable if I was to transfer files from my PC to laptop right? How can I tell if I have a crossover or straight cable?
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    Connection Question

    Hi Everyone, I have two wireless PCs but the transfer rate is too slow. I was to connect my PC to my laptop via ethernet. I know I need to use a network cable but which cable (crossover, or straight). Will it work with any cat cable? Thanks, Derek
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    Network Card *Good Challenge*

    I dont have any other cards to test- Ill ask a colleague if I can try my card in their laptop. this should rule out a problem with the card by process of elimination. thanks, D
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    Network Card *Good Challenge*

    HI Everyone, I purchased a DLINK wireless network card for my Dell Latitude C640 notebook. When I insert the card into the slot in my notebook- the system doesnt recognize it until I literally "jam" it into the slot. I think the copper top of the network card isnt making good contact with...
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    Video cards with HDTV

    Hello everyone, What is the difference between purchasing a video card with HDTV out and purchasing a video card without the HDTV out BUT I use a DVI to component video cable to connect to my 43" HDTV? Thanks, Derek
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    Video Card TV Out

    It is an HDTV set. The back of the card is SVIDEO. Is there something I can get to convert it to component video (RGB)? Should I buy a newer video card (I have te Geforce 2 GTS) in order to get better tv out? Thanks, derek
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    Video Card TV Out

    Hello everyone, I am buying a very cheap computer to connect to my 43" TV. I want to be able to write the quick email, surf the internet and watch movies (mainly) on my 43" TV. How does TV OUT look on a TV of this size? Is there a difference between the TV OUT a couple years ago and now...
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    Printer Problems

    I cannot run a self diag...it keeps blinking... Derek
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    Printer Problems

    I went to the HP website thank you but it didn't helpmy situation. What could cause my printer to go haywire!? It turns on... I hear the cartridge move... It tries to pickup paper and feed it through Then the two light start blinking... Any ideas?
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    Printer Problems

    I have a HP deskjet 890C. When I turn on the printer I hear it fire up and then I see the page feed and power light blinking. I have tried replacing the printer cartridges and I still have the same problem. I have tried unplugging it and I still have problems. One day it started to work just...
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    Printer Problems

    I have a HP deskjet 890C. When I turn on the printer I hear it fire up and then I see the page feed and power light blinking. I have tried replacing the printer cartridges and I still have the same problem. I have tried unplugging it and I still have problems. One day it started to work just...
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    RDRAM - PC800/PC1066

    I have the Giga-Byte Motherboard (model # GA8IHXP)...does that support 16bit or 32bit?
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    RDRAM - PC800/PC1066

    I am buying RDRAM for my new computer. My new computer will have the Intel Pentium 2.4B chip running on the I850E Chipset. I want to know if it would be worth the extra $$$ to go to PC1066 (instead of PC800) and if I would see a big jump in performance. Should I save my money and buy PC800...
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    RDRAM - PC800/PC1066

    I am buying RDRAM for my new computer. My new computer will have the Intel Pentium 2.4B chip running on the I850E Chipset. I want to know if it would be worth the extra $$$ to go to PC1066 (instead of PC800) and if I would see a big jump in performance. Should I save my money and buy PC800...
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    ATA133 a lie?

    People have been telling me not to buy a HD with ATA133 because I will not see any gains in performance. Is this true? Is it better to go with a ATA100 HD instead of spending the extra $$$ on an ATA133 HD?
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    Weird clicking noise from hard drive

    Any click click click or tick is a HD ready to fail. I would have someone look into it immediately and start backup!
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    Hard Drive -> WD or Maxtor

    What is a better 40GB HD? Maxtor or Western Digital? Maxtor does ATA133 so I am "swaying" towards them...the WD HD's dont do ATA133 Any thoughts would be helpful! Derek
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    Help me spend my money

    Where can I find the best deals for Computer Components on the Internet? I am looking to build a new system! Thanks Derek
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    Need OC Help plz!

    Thank you for answering me. I was VERY unstable when I changed to 133.0...divide overflow error when it went into win98. What should I set my Vcore to? (right now it is default at 2.0v can be changed every 0.05) What is the ideal temp range...what is too hot and what is caution? Thanks Derek
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    Video Card Problem

    The card is garbage now?!
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    Video Card Problem

    Creative Labs TNT 2 Ultra 32Mb
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    Video Card Problem

    Hi there. My video card has been great until today. I turned on my monitor and I saw horizontal "streaking" on the screen. I double checked the cables and still the same problem. I removed the video card and put it into my dad's computer...same problem! When I say streaking...there are...
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    Video Card Problem

    Hi there. My video card has been great until today. I turned on my monitor and I saw horizontal "streaking" on the screen. I double checked the cables and still the same problem. I removed the video card and put it into my dad's computer...same problem! When I say streaking...there are...
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    Need OC Help plz!

    I have a PIII 450Mhz CPU that I was to OC to 600Mhz with my Asus P3B Motherboard. In the Jumperfree Bios it reads: CPU CORE - 4.5x (fixed - cannot change) CPU BUS/PCI Freq (MHZ) - 133.0/33.25 (That is the setting I put it to and it rebooted saying PIII 600B Mhz) CPU CORE - 2.0v (Can be moved...
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    Help me spend my money

    Hi there i am looking for a good CPU. Not sure whether to stray off from Intel and go with AMD now. Not looking to go with a 2.8 Ghz chip but I am looking to go decent for gaming and stuff. What do you recommend... AMD OR INTEL? Derek
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    Help me spend my money

    Peter good point: For gaming and reliability/compatiblity...which is better...an AMD CPU or INTEL CPU?
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    Help with Chipsets

    What is better...AMD CPU's or Intel CPUs? If I go with an Intel CPU...what is the best chipset? 850, 845e. 845g? thanks derek
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    Help with Chipsets

    What is the best Chipset or better one out there? SIS/VIA/Intel? Thanks Derek
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    Help me spend my money

    What is better AMD or Intel?
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    Help me spend my money

    Hello there. I am researching as to which motherboard to purchase and need help. What is the best Chipset (I see intel and SIS and VIA)? What is the best Board? Please reply on this board or find me on ICQ/MSN Thanks Derek