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Re: NAD receiver died - 15 years ago

Yup. Most music does not use surround sound. It is still stereo (with few exceptions, such as superaudio CDs, which are far and few between). Therefore, get a better receiver for your buck if you will not be watching DVDs/movies (audio) through your amp/receiver. Stereo (2 channel, or 2.1 if you count the subwoofer) is still great for most people. Can't say much for the improving compressed

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Re: Problems with new Macbook - 15 years ago

Is it with the 2 gb or 512 mb memory?

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Re: O. T. - Tropical Depression 2 forms... - 15 years ago

and I'm going to Topsail Island this weekend... Woo Hoo!

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Re: Treating Blisters... After they've started to heal... - 15 years ago

Sounds like you are not giving the skin time to heal properly. Blisters are a collection of fluid that separates the various layers of the skin. So. When the top layer of skin (dead by this time) gets sloughed off (in your case, with the walking, sounds like in a day), the new skin underneath is very thin. If you do not give it time to heal properly and build up thickness (which it sounds like yo

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Re: Road Bike seat recommendations? - 15 years ago

I agree with going to a local bike shop and finding an ergonomic seat. As well, it will take time to break into the road bike position. It is way different than mountain biking. Road riding puts you stretching further forward. That rotates your hips and changes the pressure points. I myself use a Terry Fly and find it a good seat. However, that's me. Others like the specialized seats, etc. As

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Re: I am sick of this.. How can I shave without cutting myself EVERYTIME??? - 15 years ago

Having a face that gets ingrown hairs as well (sucks plucking them out...), I vote for the new Braun electric razors. For me, it shaves *almost* as close as a razor, but I don't cut myself. Highly recommend it. Much better than the 7000 series braun put out (pricey upgrading, but well worth it).

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Re: Run M$ apps on Intel Mac without Windows - 15 years ago

Hmmmm. Interesting.

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Re: Update on my dad - 15 years ago

Sorry to hear that things are still difficult (I read the previous thread). Don C has the right of it. And, take care of yourself. You are of no use to the rest of the family or your family if you get run down and cannot function. Yes, it would be nice if the family could think as one. However, if your sister is the POA, then there's not much you can do. Keep us posted, we're all thinking

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Re: Could somebody please start the haiku for me tomorrow? - 15 years ago

Man, that sucks. Sorry to hear that CJ. Here's hoping for the best for you, your family and your father. -Spiff

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Re: washing workout clothes - 15 years ago

Wash the clothes regularly. Do not let them sit and develop da funk. I use Tide and warm water for washing and line drying afterwards. No funk. This is with both cotton and the new fangled stuff.

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Re: OT: The new James bond looks like some guy off the street - 15 years ago

Cool. Thanks, tronnei. That actually looks like it could be a good one...

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Re: Just bought the 1st season of Babylon 5... - 15 years ago

It does get better. Especially up through season 3. I won't spoil it any more for you. =)

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Re: Strike 3! No iPod for davester! - 15 years ago

Yup. "custom built" means anything above and beyond factory specs. Adding RAM qualifies, in the strictest sense, for "customizing". Oh well. The games we play.

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Re: World Cup 2006 coverage? - 15 years ago

Eh. The Stanley Cup finals game 2 is on tonight. That is turning out to be an exciting series! Canes were down 3-1 third period. They come back to score 3 unanswered goals! Roughly 4 minutes to go and the Oilers come back to tie the game! I'm sitting on the edge of the couch by this time. Roloson, the Oiler's goalie gets smeared across the net, forcing him to leave the game and the scrub come

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Re: Router Question - 15 years ago

It should theoretically work. I've got a Dlink wireless router that no longer works wirelessly, but still works with the wired 4 ports in the back. I have one of the four ports going to an airport express, and there are no problems whatsoever with how this setup works.

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Re: Albook 1.5ghz: Pop noise and no power - 15 years ago

Hmmm. It might be in need of a professional going over. It sounds like a power adapter something-or-other went kerplooey inside. Especially since the power cord does not glow green or orange - that's a bad sign. Good luck.

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Re: UPDATE: Cracked Winshield and State Farm Insurance - 15 years ago

Naw. Sounds like it's a standard deal. USAA will repair damage to windshields at their preferred vendor, but will expect you to pay the deductible first before they kick in for a new windshield - depending what kind of insurance you have with them. Both my dad and myself went through this in the past two months. I got mine repaired, he sucked it up and got a new windshield. That day, driving

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Re: Any bike experts? - 15 years ago

Most likely you are dealing with a worn out chain and cogwheels. Happens all the time. The only cure for this is a new chain and new cogwheel set in back. When you change the chain, it's a good idea to change the gears in back to "match" the two so they don't skip.

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Re: Funny stuff_Philips Body Groom _mature readers only - 15 years ago

Heh. Kinda funny. Heh.

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Re: static feedback on my amp - any ideas? - 15 years ago

Clean the contacts. I've got 10+ year old denon (PMA 720, I think) that has a click dial the switches between tape deck A and B. I have to wiggle it and fudge it to get rid of static and get a clean sound. Frustrates me every time. I'm just lazy to not get it cleaned. That, and I'd be out of music for however long it takes to service the amp. Perish the thought. I am assuming, of course, that

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Re: Users Online:43 - 15 years ago

PF.... LOL!

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Re: Facorite iTunes radio station? - 15 years ago

Recently got into the 80's channels. I've always listened to DI Trance and Vocal Trance under electronica. Why am I still up? ...It says 2:14 AM on the post, but it's 3:14 here in Richmond. *sigh*

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Re: Nice Quicktime VR of Apple Store midtown - 15 years ago

Way cool. How did they do that? Special camera? video still?

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Re: Why Would I need more Video RAM - 15 years ago

games

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Re: Friday Haiku - 15 years ago

People Unhappy Cranky, Irritable, Ick Trying to help them...

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Re: Joining DVDs - 15 years ago

QuoteJimmypooI put them face to face in the microwave for about 6 seconds. That usually is plenty to fuse them. 8 seconds is even more thorough for twins. However, you must have the rotating plate in the microwave or else the discs will be heated unevenly and the tracking will be off when placed in the player. make sure that the tray is smooth, as the pebbled trays will cause the player to sk

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Re: Funny BBC Video involving Apple Computer and The Beatles' record label - 15 years ago

I heard about this on the radio. Seeing it is even better! =)

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Re: MacBook Pro changes - 15 years ago

Is it removable? I don't think it's a film that goes on the screen. I think it's a specific panel that goes over the LCD that cannot be removed. I agree with the above recommendation, which is to go to Best Buy or Circuit City (or equivalent) and look at their laptops. There will be some with crisp antiglare screens and then those with normal looking LCD screens.

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Re: Glossy? - 15 years ago

Yup, the option looks new to MBP. The glossy screen supposedly gives you better color saturation and contrast. "Great for watching DVDs". I want to say SONY does this on a few of their laptops and I will say the screen looks very sharp. However, it does smudge.

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Re: Survey: Which SLR digi cams are people using? and for what? - 15 years ago

Nikon D50. For fun. Great entry level camera. Still having to deal with ISO and aperature and shutter speed. Some pics are still coming out blurred due to operator error. Still a fun camera! =) -Spiff

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