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    Computer died and won't start. Help plz

    I was playing some CS yesterday when my computer just died and refused to start. I tried pressing the power but it either won't start or it would start and die in 2-3 seconds. I got my PSU checked this morning by a computing service who verified it was still working. Now I'm not sure what to...
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    Problem: Computer dies with fans still working

    Recently my computer has just been spontaneously dying with everything shutting down but my fans keep spinning and the led's on them stay lit. The power on/off buttons and reset buttons don't work. The only way I can get my computer back up and running is if I unplug the power cord from the back...
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    Warning! Now system is in safe mode. Please re-setting CPU frequency in CMOS setup.

    I recently tried a live CD of Ubuntu which might have caused this? When the computer goes into the standby, haven't tried it from shut down yet. But i get the error message "Warning! Now system is in safe mode. Please re-setting CPU frequency in CMOS setup." I usually go into BIOS look around...
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    Burning problems with Nero and Gigabyte Combo Drive

    Whenever I try to burn an audio CD, the read buffer and used read buffer are always screwed up. When one goes up, the other goes down and so burning a cd takes forever. Anyone have this problem? The only update I could find for my optical drive was a firmware update and I want to use that as a...
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    Reason for using weight gloves?

    Why do people use weight training gloves? Is it worth it to buy a pair just for occasional work-outs?
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    Line spacing for MS Word

    Does anyone know if there is a way to make the line spacing less than single-spacing in MS Word (aka make the lines ultra close)? I need to do this to redo my resume. THanks.
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    HELP! Problem with Filetype 'File Folder'

    I don't know what happened but my file type for 'File Folder' (Control Panel ---> Folder Options ---> File Types) got messed up. Now every time I want to open a folder, it opens up the search box. I now need to manually right click and hit 'explore' to get into my folders. The only actions...
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    Cleaning/washing a backpack?

    My backpack is gross since it hasn't been washed/cleaned in 2+ years. It still works so I want to keep it around. Anyone have any easy way of washing it? Like maybe in washing machine?
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    Question for Acura/BMW Owners

    What job do you have? It's an interesting question for me since I'm a college student and I'm picturing my future job right now in terms of the car I'll be driving. I'm hoping not all of you are lawyers / doctors / engineers / business owners ... cause the my econ major is going to be *bleh*.
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    Olympus Cameras?

    I've been looking for a digital camera and I've heard Olympus being thrown around a lot. It seems that they are a known brand but does anyone really know how the overall quality of their products are? On a side note I am looking to get a digital camera. I only have $200 max to spend...
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    Anyone use Firstrade?

    Does anyone here use Firstrade and have a good experience with it? I'm looking to start investing in maybe a few select stocks and index funds within the next month. I'm looking closesly at Scottrade right now. I'm a college student and I don't have too much to invest. Suggestions? If I do go...
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    How do I order free checks from WaMu Free Checking?

    I just upgraded my personal bank account to a WaMu Free Checking because they said I get 'Free Checks for Life'. But when I tried ordering checks online through their website, there was always a charge involved. I assumed that I would be getting checks for free. I sent about three messages to...
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    Need a Digital Camera: Just Pick One!!!

    I am finally going to invest in my first digital camera. I am willing to spend 250 max but ideally under 200 cause college tuitions are going up. LOL. But yeah. Just post which one of the following I should get. Explain if you want or if theres something better out there let me know! Thanks...
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    Tips for beginner motorcyclist?

    I'm at student in college and living off campus next year without a car. I am seriously thinking about getting a motorcycle for commuting on some days and getting places I need to go. Any tips will be helpful. I am planning on getting my license and taking the safety course this summer. My main...
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    Standby freeze-ups!

    I've had this problem a few times now. I built a computer over the summer and it works fine for the 95% of the time. But sometimes when it shuts down or goes on standby, it just freezes up. The monitor shuts down but the computer just keeps running. The power and reset button are completely...