My most recent set of the ProMedia 2.1 appears to sound essentially identical to the originals I bought more than a decade ago; however, there is definitely more plastic evident in the trim. Plus, the once detachable speaker wires are now wired to the two satellite units. Unless Audiovox screws with...
So if I wanted a laser-etched keyboard with a 10-key, MX-Browns (tactile but non-clicky), through-key lighting, and USB ports (for mouse...), what would that be? I think you actually named a combination that doesn't exist . . . :( -- one of the Das Keyboard versions has everything except the throug...
Get the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 system. You won't be sorry. They're probably the best value in computer speakers on the market. Not only do I use them as computer speakers at home and in my office; but I've also purchased 3 sets to use as powered external speakers for televisions around the house. They...
I've tried the Topre. It's good but I prefer the Cherry 'browns'. They are plenty 'clicky' without being overpoweringly noisy. I have them in several flavors: Das, Filco & Leopold. Das & Leopold have laser-etched characters whereas Filco's are printed (more readily subject to wear). The Das ...
Does anyone know of an external enclosure that will take the removable Sata slimline BR and DVD/CD burners such as those included in Lenovo T- & W-series ThinkPads that has either an eSata connection or a USB 3.0 connection (or both)? I've found several that offer USB 2.0 connectivity; however, ...
My primary home theater PC system includes an M-Audio Audiophile 192 PCI stereo sound card feeding an Apt/Holman preamplifier , a trio of McIntosh MC2200 200w/ch stereo amps driving a pair of Martin-Logan Monolith speakers (stereo, only - no center, surround or sub-woofer channels). Most of my audio...
Even two wireless routers with essentially identical designs can behave quite differently in real-world use. Antenna design and configuration plays an important part, too. A really good source for unbiased information are the reviews at SmallnetBuilder.com.
Dell small business (USA) is currently offering $100 off (total = 599-100+s&h+tax) on the U2410. It's a pretty good deal. Plus, you might look for additional coupons that are stackable and/or cover the s&h charges. Dell collects for local sales taxes almost everywhere.
I agree that 16:10 offers distinct advantages. I am not a gamer. My usage requires color fidelity; so I spent the extra green for IPS panels. They are plenty fast for my needs. My current favorites are the HP LP2475W and ZR24W models and the Dell U2410. I much prefer having two smaller monitors to h...
Did it fail or did it just not pause long enough for the service to actually get stopped? This is one of the many reasons it's better to use a more sophisticated tool than a .bat file. My timing's never been good! :( Inserting a pause did the trick. By re-ordering the batch file, I've solved the pr...
Yes, I can do what I want manually without error. The batch file I created using the "net stop" and "net start" commands failed to stop the SQL Server service. The older files were renamed properly; but the current files were not copied because they were still in use. As I said, ...
The problem is that this isn't even straight SQL Express from Microsoft; it's repackaged SQL Express (with MS permission) run-time incorporating the financial database application created by a thrid-party vendor. And, it's a closed system with a single installable EXE file. While I'm sure I could de...
I understand that the proper way to do this is from within the SQL Server database application. The problem is that I do not have access to the database application code -- it belongs to someone else. I have a single, prepackaged installation that is the financial database application and SQL Server...
This query is related to my other query about starting and stopping SQL Server Express. My friend has a "packaged" financial management tool that he wants to implement for approximately 3 dozen clients. Because the tool stores financial information for the clients, it is not reasonable for...
I have a friend who wants to set up approximately 3 dozen virtual machines utilizing Win.Server.2008.R2 for his clients' access. He has no desire to get into the hardware and/or hosting business. He just wants the name of a company who can provide hardware, speedy access and a standard virtual machi...
The problem with that is that I cannot get to the software running the database implementation. It's a canned installation which includes both the financial database application and SQL Server (2005) Express. There are a number of provisions for extracting data manually in a variety of formats (plus...
I'm sure that this can be done, probably with a relatively simple batch process; however, I have never tried before and, thus far, my feeble attempts have met with failure. What I want to do is this: ⋅ Utilizing the Task Scheduler, at a specific time, delete the oldest of a sequence of fil...
If it's a picture OF the sun that you want, there are special, "center-spot" filters -- a very dark circle in the center and clear around it -- that mimic the effect of an eclipse. If you are talking about the sun being an incidental part of the picture -- as in a sunset -- exposure is usu...
There is no feedback from the monitor to tell the computer that you've rotated the screen. You have to make the change manually. Right-click on a blank area of your desktop and check out the monitor resolution / properties. There should be an option for switching between landscape and portrait modes...
I have a pair of the U2410/A00 monitors, neither of which exhibited the green/pink color shift across their surface that some people have noted. And, although Dell supplies a paper report claiming that these monitors are factory calibrated; neither of mine came close in color accuracy for photo-edit...
The button down collar helps guys who don't wear suits keep their collar/tie area looking professional. When I exited the USAF a few years back I went through a highly respected "corporate prep" recruiter. This advice comes straight from them. Since you've been around the clothing so long...
I was hoping it would be alright if I got some suit from CK or Perry Ellis. Is that ok? I'm really not a classy guy... You'll get a better deal at Jos A Banks and better quality with Hart Schaffner & Marx. Men's fashion -- CK, Ellis, Hugo Boss, Armani, whoever -- is mostly Madison Avenue driven...
Single-breasted suits come in 2-button and 3-button styles (and forget 4-button - it's Edwardian and totally out of date). If you're slightly overweight, avoid double-breasted and single-breasted/3-button -- go for the single/2-button style. A good suit fits well and drapes properly. Fit in the shou...