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How do I add an app to the Windows Quick Launch bar?

Category: Windows Help

I have installed Google Chrome and did not choose the quick launch. But now i find it nice and how do i set the quick launch (without reinstallation)?

Question asked on July 3, 2009 at 08:38 AM :: Comments to date: 1

How do I redeem an iTunes App Store promo code?

I've started reviewing Apple iPhone games and just had a game developer tell me that he'd like me to check out his game and sent me a promo code. I'm a bit baffled by this: how do I redeem a promo code for an iPhone application so that I don't have to pay for the game?

Question asked on July 2, 2009 at 08:10 AM :: Comments to date: 0

What's the best place to host my new Web site?

Hey Dave! I'm only about twenty years behind here, but I want to start building my own Web site and am kind of drawing a blank on where I should store the files. I think that's called "site hosting" [ed. yeah, it is :-) ] but every single person I talk with is somewhere else, so I'm at a bit of a loss. Where should I host my new Web site? Don't need much, it's probably not going to be too busy...

Question asked on July 1, 2009 at 10:16 AM :: Comments to date: 0

Should our startup be an LLC or an S-Corp Corporation?

Dave, we're trying to figure out, should we set up our business as an LLC or S-Corp? In particular, an LLC Corporation instead of an LLC partnership, though we have heard from a few people that a partnership LLC is best. What's the difference and what works best with three -- unequal ownership -- founders?

Question asked on July 1, 2009 at 08:26 AM :: Comments to date: 1

How do I upload a video from my Apple iPhone to YouTube?

Thanks to your articles and some experimentation on my part, I have figured out how to make videos on my new Apple iPhone 3GS. My question is: how do I upload these videos directly to YouTube as I keep reading you can do?

Question asked on June 30, 2009 at 08:10 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How do I get into online writing?

I really want to get into writing online, Dave. Can you offer up some tips and tricks for me to break into this area and get some visibility? Thanks!

Question asked on June 29, 2009 at 08:22 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How can I record and edit Apple iPhone videos?

One of the cool new features of the Apple iPhone 3GS is the ability to take videos. Nice, but I can't figure out how to get to the video camera? I know how to take photos, though, so I figure it's related to the iPhone camera (rather obviously, eh?) I have also heard that you can edit the video right there on the iPhone, but I don't believe it. I mean, isn't the screen too darn small?

Question asked on June 27, 2009 at 08:07 AM :: Comments to date: 1

What is "The Doomsday [Domesday] Book"?

I'm watching Foyle's War, a TV series from the UK, and in the episode I just saw, there was a farmer who said to a policeman that a plot of land had been in his family since the "doomsday book was written". What the heck is a doomsday book? [ed note: it's not called the "doomsday book", but rather the "domesday book", but I'll get into that in a minute]

Question asked on June 26, 2009 at 08:51 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How do I sell something on Craigslist?

I used to be into eBay to sell stuff, but now my friends keep telling me that Craigslist is the way to go. Since it lets me side-step the whole shipping issue, and definitely seems to lower the chance that I'll be ripped off if I'm meeting someone locally to do the deal. Do you ever sell stuff on Craigslist, Dave, and if so, can you offer some tips?

Question asked on June 25, 2009 at 08:56 AM :: Comments to date: 1

How do I change my Mac's name on the network?

Category: Mac OS X Help

I just bought a used iMac and am frustrated to find that it identifies itself as "Susie's Q" on the network. Since I'm not Susie - and never have been! - I really want to change this. How do I change my iMac's name in Mac OS X on the network?

Question asked on June 24, 2009 at 08:22 AM :: Comments to date: 0

Can I use Apple Time Machine to restore to a new MacBook?

Category: Mac OS X Help

Every time I buy a new computer, I go through extraordinary levels of hassle copying files from the old computer to the new one, and this time I am determined to do something smarter. I heard from a friend that since I use Time Machine (actually, I have a Time Capsule for network backups) that when I get my new MacBook I can just tap the Time Machine backup of my existing system and have it restore every single file and config onto the new system and have it a perfect clone. Rockin'. How do I do that??

Question asked on June 23, 2009 at 08:12 AM :: Comments to date: 2

How can I search Google Gmail messages within a date range?

I have a ton of email in my Gmail archive, and sometimes need to dig through older email. Problem is, if I do a search, it shows me all the most recent matches first when what I really want to do is, say, search for messages more than a year old, or 12-18 months ago or similar. Is there any way to do a more sophisticated search than just by keyword?

Question asked on June 22, 2009 at 08:04 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How do I work with Voice Memos on my Apple iPhone?

Okay, since you wrote about Spotlight on the new iPhone OS 3.0 (see How to work with Spotlight on your Apple iPhone 3.0), can you also explain to me how the heck the new Voice Memos application works? As far as I can tell, it's the only other new app included in Apple's iPhone 3.0 upgrade but I can't figure out how the heck it works...

Question asked on June 20, 2009 at 08:48 AM :: Comments to date: 1

How to use Spotlight in Apple iPhone OS 3.0?

I finally updated the operating system on my second generation iPhone and the new OS is definitely cool - and faster - but I'm not too sure how to use Spotlight, the search feature that so many people have been talking about on Twitter and elsewhere. What does it really do for me and how do I get to it?

Question asked on June 19, 2009 at 03:17 PM :: Comments to date: 1

Review: Griffin Technology "Navigate"

I've lost count of how many iPods I have here in the office, but it's at least a dozen of various sizes, shapes, and technologies, ranging from a first generation mini-hard drive unit with a firewire connector to the very latest Classic (that's an odd expression, isn't it?)

In addition, I'm a big fan of my Apple iPhone, which among many other great features, is a splendid iPod in its own right and currently stores 1716 of my favorite CD tracks quite neatly (49 artists, 146 CDs), along with tons of apps, my phone book, and enough games to even keep my kids quiet for ten minutes.

The problem with all of these devices is that when you're ready to skip to the next track because you just don't want to hear the one that came up in shuffle mode, or even just prefer to jump past certain songs, it's a pain in the booty to pull your iPod or iPhone out of your pack, bag or pocket, unlock it, and tap the right button to get to the next track.

Apple's addressed that with the slick new iPod shuffle's smart controller headphone cord (a double-tap advances to the next track) but for the millions of other iPods in the market, what's the smart solution?

Enter the Griffin Technology Navigate device...

Question asked on June 18, 2009 at 08:18 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How do I add my Google Reader shared items to my Friendfeed account?

I've been noticing over time that I have a lot of subscribers to my content on Friendfeed. That's cool, but now that I look at the service, there's a lot it can aggregate, including the items I mark as shared in Google Reader, my RSS reader of choice. What I can't figure out is how to tie the two together!

Question asked on June 17, 2009 at 09:20 AM :: Comments to date: 0

Recommendation: Got a Mac? Get AppleCare!

apple mac 512kI can still remember the first Mac I used: it was a 512K unit that the fine folk at the Whole Earth 'Lectronic Link loaned me when they hired me to hack their discussion system and make it faster. At the time I'd just left my job at Hewlett-Packard and had no computer of my own (back then people didn't have computers unless they were hardware hobbyists or could handle cassette backups).

To the proffered loaner Macintosh I can recall saying "uh, no thanks, I don't really need a toy computer. I'll figure out another way to connect to your computer network." At the time, I was living in Los Altos, basically southwest of Palo Alto and due north of Apple headquarters in Cupertino, and the WELL was located north of the Golden Gate bridge in beautiful Sausalito. Way too far to drive for the work. So I had to get a computer of some sort.

I reluctantly accepted the dorky little fishbowl unit that was reminiscent of the Osborne my Dad had won in a sweepstakes a year or two earlier, and...

Question asked on June 16, 2009 at 10:51 AM :: Comments to date: 2

1000x returns on your stock purchase? You've been scammed.

I got a so called business opportunity a few weeks ago on a company that is supposed to give 1000-2000 times returns. I did not go overboard and I did like the company the PR person was selling. Since I bought the stock (there was about 3 million sold in 3 days) the stock has had limited liquidity. In fact 0 buying most days. My question is is this a good or bad sign?

Question asked on June 16, 2009 at 08:29 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How do I get started with Chitika on my site?

I am a big fan of both your blog and problogger, and both of you seem to be fans of the Chitika ad network, in addition to various other ways that you make money. Darren says that it's a big revenue stream for him, and you've written that minor tweaks in how you have things set up on your blog have resulted in some major bucks coming your way too. I'm in! But, how do I get started?

Question asked on June 15, 2009 at 08:53 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How do I create a bookmarks folder in Safari?

Category: Mac OS X Help

I'm trying to organize the million bookmarks I have on my "Bookmarks" menu in Apple's Safari 4 but can't figure it out. I see "Show All Bookmarks" and various ways to add a bookmark on the menu, but no way to "manage" or "organize" bookmarks. Surely there's a way to do so in Safari?

Question asked on June 13, 2009 at 08:55 AM :: Comments to date: 2

How do I hook up my TV to my Vista computer?

Category: Windows Help

Got a problem with my Proscan 32" LCD TV would love some help. Been trying to hook my PC to my TV like a monitor I see the boot up even the main screen but once I log in it goes back to the other monitor. I tried using the tv it wont I am using Vista unfortunately might be the prob any help would be appreciated

Question asked on June 12, 2009 at 08:20 AM :: Comments to date: 1

How do I read RSS feeds with Apple Safari on Mac OS X?

I've been using a separate application to keep track of all my RSS channels on my Apple iMac, but now that I just downloaded the shiny new Safari 4 browser from Apple, I'd like to switch over to using its built-in RSS reader. Problem is, I can see how to read an RSS feed, but I can't see much else of how to work with RSS within the browser.

Question asked on June 10, 2009 at 03:19 PM :: Comments to date: 1

How do I download a movie onto my Sony Playstation Portable (PSP)?

I've signed up for a PlayStation Network account, using the helpful step by step directions you published yesterday (see: How to sign up for a PlayStation Network account for your PSP) and now I'm curious to learn how to download a movie or TV show. Can you show that too, please?

Question asked on June 9, 2009 at 08:37 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How do I sign up for the Sony PlayStation Network on my PSP?

A buddy just showed me on his Sony PSP Slim that he can get to a network where you can watch movies, download games, and all sorts of cool stuff. He says it's the "PlayStation Network" and I want it! How do I get it on my PlayStation Portable, because when I look on the main menu it just ain't there.

Question asked on June 8, 2009 at 08:24 AM :: Comments to date: 4

How do I find the free music channels on my Comcast cable?

I was reading your Tweets the other day on Twitter [ed note: I'm @DaveTaylor on Twitter if you'd like to follow me too] and you mentioned something about listening to a jazz channel on your Comcast cable. I have looked and looked and can't find any music channels at all. How are you getting to them?

Question asked on June 6, 2009 at 08:40 AM :: Comments to date: 0

CrossOver: A Must-Try Windows Tool for Mac Users

This is a guest article, written by Tim Beyers.

Rarely do I need access to Windows programs. For the times when I do, I've switched from a Parallels virtual machine running XP to CodeWeavers' CrossOver for Mac, a virtual environment that simulates the Win32 API, one program at a time.

What CrossOver for Mac is

CrossOver is built on the open source Wine project, which proposes to re-implement the Windows architecture for Unix. Thus, systems that draw from a Unix kernel -- Mac OS X and Linux, notably -- can use Wine to run Windows programs as if they were native to the underlying architecture.

Question asked on June 5, 2009 at 08:39 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How do I find out what searches people did to end up on my Web site?

I've been trying to figure out whether there's a way that I can automate digging through the "referrals" on my site so I can see what searches people did to end up on one of my Web site pages. I'm running a Linux server and have Apache installed, so I get a huge log file with tons of info. But what I'd love is a simple script that will let me get email once a week with a sorted list of what searches people did to get to me. Doable?

Question asked on June 4, 2009 at 08:27 AM :: Comments to date: 6

How do I stop jerks bugging me on AOL's AIM?

I still have a few old friends who prefer AIM so I use it as one of my instant messenger options (though through Adium, not the dismal AIM application from AOL). Problem is, I sporadically get IM messages from porn site owners and other dopes. Blech! How do I block all of these jerks so the only time I ever hear from AIM is when it's one of my friends?

Question asked on June 3, 2009 at 08:09 AM :: Comments to date: 2

How do I change my Dell Touchpad settings and preferences?

Category: Windows Help

I have a nice new Dell laptop but am a bit frustrated by one thing: it's the first computer I've owned where if I accidentally tap or touch the trackpad surface the computer thinks it's a mouse click. Messes me up left and right. How can I disable this "tap to click" behavior on the Dell trackpad (touchpad? whatever)? Oh, and it's running Windows Vista, if that matters.

Question asked on June 2, 2009 at 08:25 AM :: Comments to date: 4

How can I add a second Skype account?

I kind of hate to admit it, but I've been using my son's Skype account on my Mac because I can't figure out how to sign up for a new one. You're a master of technology, however, Dave, so can you show me how to easily get a new Skype account?

Question asked on June 1, 2009 at 08:42 AM :: Comments to date: 2

How do I display filename suffixes in Windows Vista?

Category: Windows Help

I'm an old-school computer user and when I got my new laptop I decided that rather than overwrite the OS with Linux, I'd actually stick it out and learn Windows Vista. So far, not so bad, but one thing's bugging me: when I create a file like "test.xls" the system shows it as "test" with an Excel icon. I want to see the filename suffix, though, the ".xls" part. How do I enable that feature / disable that feature in Microsoft Windows Vista??

Question asked on May 30, 2009 at 09:17 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How can I add Google Analytics to my web site?

I keep hearing from you and others that I really need to be tracking how people use my Web site and that I should be collecting "aggregate traffic statistics" and such. I've heard that Google Analytics is good - and the price, free, is great - but I'm not really clear how to use it and add it to my site. Can you please step me through the process, Dave? Thanks!

Question asked on May 29, 2009 at 08:51 AM :: Comments to date: 3

How do I erase and reformat an Apple Time Capsule?

Category: Mac OS X Help

I just completely reformatted and restored my laptop and am now hitting the error "This backup is too large for the backup volume. The backup requires 95.9 GB but only 63.2 are available" when I try to use Time Machine to back up to my Apple Time Capsule network backup device. This stinks: I need to be able to keep backing things up!

I talked with a few people and they suggest that the easiest solution is to wipe the Time Capsule drive and start over. How do I do that?

Question asked on May 28, 2009 at 08:58 AM :: Comments to date: 0

Can I get Facebook phishing or virus email?

I got a really weird email from a friend on Facebook: it was just a Web site URL and when I went to it, I got a warning message that it was an "unsafe" and that it'd been blocked. What the heck? What's going on?

Question asked on May 27, 2009 at 07:10 AM :: Comments to date: 1

Prince of Persia Walkthrough VI: Defeating Ahriman

prince of persia logo.jpgThis is part six of a complete walkthrough of all boss battles in Ubisoft's Prince of Persia. The walkthrough was created while playing Prince of Persia on the Playstation 3, but will translate fine to the Xbox 360 version as well.

When playing through keep in mind that the number of times you've fought a boss will determine on how tough each boss battle will be, so the locations do not really matter much.

This is the sixth of a series of Prince of Persia walkthroughs we'll be publishing here on Ask Dave Taylor, all written by gamer Alex Juel. The first you can find here: Prince of Persia walkthrough: Beating Elika's Father, the second here: Prince of Persia walkthru: Defeating the Hunter, the third: Prince of Persia walkthru: Defeating the Alchemist, the fourth: Prince of Persia walkthru: Defeating the Concubine and the fifth: Prince of Persia walkthru: Defeating the Warrior.

Question asked on May 26, 2009 at 08:07 AM :: Comments to date: 0

How can I disable "vibrate" on my Apple iPhone?

I love that on my new Apple iPhone 3G I can flip a switch and turn the phone from ringing to muted so I don't bother people. Problem is, the darn thing vibrates like a sex toy and it's still annoying in meetings and at meals. Is there some way to disable the vibrate feature too? Thanks.

Question asked on May 25, 2009 at 09:06 AM :: Comments to date: 0

Can I link to an iTunes Store search result from my MySpace profile?

Now that I have some songs available through the iTunes Music Store [ed: it's now just the "iTunes Store" since it's more than just music. :-) ] I want to link to what I have from my MySpace profile. I don't want to have a per-song or, planning for the future, per CD link, I want to link to all the results people get from searching for my name in the Store. Can that be done?

Question asked on May 22, 2009 at 07:52 AM :: Comments to date: 0

A 500GB drive in my MacBook Pro? Heck yeah!

I'm perpetually running out of disk space on my computers. If you follow me on Twitter (I'm @DaveTaylor), you've probably seen me every so often send out a message asking about this, that or the other upgrade path for one of my computers because things are filling up.

That's why when I saw that TechRestore was offering a 500GB internal drive upgrade path for my trusty MacBook Pro, I was quite interested. My existing drive at the time was only 149GB in size (that's actual usable size) and it was about 90% full, and that was with me sporadically pruning everything.

I contacted Shannon Jean at TechRestore and asked if they'd run an upgrade for me so I could see how the process worked, in return for me sharing the experience with you, my readers, and they agreed.

Here's how it went...

Question asked on May 21, 2009 at 07:12 AM :: Comments to date: 3

What is a SAS hard disk drive?

I've been reading up on different types of high-end workstations and am a bit puzzled about an expensive drive alternative to the usual SATA: an "SAS" hard disk. What's SAS and why would I want to even consider it?

Question asked on May 20, 2009 at 09:02 AM :: Comments to date: 3

How can I promote my business and gain clients?

I have been honing my computer skills to try and make some money and start a business. The only problem is i seem to be having troubles finding jobs. Pretty much I'm doing free computer diagnostic. I pick up the computer, diagnose every aspect of how its working all for free. After that I contact the customer and discuss the problem(s) they may be having and discuss were to go with it.

This is a really good calling for me and I'm really good at it, not to mention I love doing it. So pretty much what I'm wondering is if you have any insight on how to promote my business and get some new clients. Keep in mind I'm only 22 and don't have money for advertising and such.

Question asked on May 19, 2009 at 08:55 AM :: Comments to date: 1

How can I embed a survey on my web page or blog?

Giving out a link to take a survey is pretty easy, but I think it would be much easier if I could just put a survey directly it into my website. So my questions is, how do I put a survey into my website without having to send out a link?

Question asked on May 18, 2009 at 07:34 AM :: Comments to date: 2

What's the most useful Mac software for college students?

Category: Mac OS X Help
You're heading to college - or your child is - and you want to figure out how to set up their shiny new Apple MacBook or iMac so that they'll be maximally efficient and have fun too?  Well, you could go and ask the people at the Apple Store what they recommend, but instead, we went straight to the source, asking undergrad Mac fan Zack Shapiro of the University of Colorado, Boulder for his recommendations.

Be warned, though, you might not like what he suggests...
Question asked on May 16, 2009 at 07:07 AM :: Comments to date: 3



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28 Smart Ways to Overcome the Recession
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Learn how to maximize social network benefits in Hawaii!
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Does Digg just dislike Harry Potter?
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Should our startup be an LLC or an S-Corp Corporation?
1000x returns on your stock purchase? You've been scammed.
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28 Smart Ways to Overcome the Recession
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How do I redeem an iTunes App Store promo code?
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How can I record and edit Apple iPhone videos?
How do I work with Voice Memos on my Apple iPhone?
How to use Spotlight in Apple iPhone OS 3.0?
How can I disable "vibrate" on my Apple iPhone?
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What is Sexting?
Calling All Cellphone Carriers: America Needs Innovation
Google's Product Search for Mobile
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What's the best place to host my new Web site?
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What is a SAS hard disk drive?
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Visiting my site may harm my computer? What the heck?
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Can I make cheap long distance calls with Google Voice?
What is Google Voice?
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What is "The Doomsday [Domesday] Book"?
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Are there any alternatives to foreclosure?
How many timezones are on the Earth?
"Runescape Account Validation - Notice" Is it legit?
What is alluvial gold dust?
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What are the best Web sites for film fans?
How do I program my Comcast cable remote control?
Is "Prince Caspian" book 2 or book 4 in the Chronicles of Narnia?


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Can I use Apple Time Machine to restore to a new MacBook?
Recommendation: Got a Mac? Get AppleCare!
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How do I read RSS feeds with Apple Safari on Mac OS X?
CrossOver: A Must-Try Windows Tool for Mac Users
How do I stop jerks bugging me on AOL's AIM?
How can I add a second Skype account?
How do I erase and reformat an Apple Time Capsule?
What's the most useful Mac software for college students?
Why can't I download images from my Apple iPhone?
How do I enable Ethernet wifi access within VMware for Windows 7?


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How do I upload a video from my Apple iPhone to YouTube?
How do I add my Google Reader shared items to my Friendfeed account?
How do I stop jerks bugging me on AOL's AIM?
How can I add a second Skype account?
Can I get Facebook phishing or virus email?
Can I link to an iTunes Store search result from my MySpace profile?
How do I integrated Facebook into my Seesmic Desktop Twitter client?
How do I filter out status updates on Facebook?
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How can I stop spammers friending me on MySpace?
Is email from "Facebook Notification Center" legitimate?


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How do I get started with Chitika on my site?
Are ad placement and size a factor in PPC revenue?
How do I sponsor searches on Google or Yahoo?
How can I change the typeface of my Google AdSense ads?
How do I sign up for Google AdSense for Domains?
Why don't my AdSense impressions equal my page views?
Why Advertising On LinkedIn Isn't Always Effective
How does Google AdSense know what's on pages behind a login?
How do affiliate programs really work online?
Does Google AdSense work better on text-based pages?
Do contextual or keyword ads adversely impact credibility?
How can I improve Google AdSense ad targeting on my blog?


Search Engine Optimization
How can I have my images show up in Google Image Search?
How to convert currency (aka fun Google tricks)
SEO company promises top three positions: a scam?
SEO and publicity through press releases?
How do I "sculpt pagerank" on my site?
How do you get inbound links to your Web site?
What is Search Engine Optimization?
When was the last time Google visited my Web site?
How can I really make money online?
Do contextual or keyword ads adversely impact credibility?
When did Google last visit a specific Web page?
Can you constrain Google search results by date?


Shell Script Programming
How do I find out what searches people did to end up on my Web site?
How can I convert map addresses into latitude longitude?
How can I bulk rename Apple iPhone screen captures?
How do I analyze word use in a document or book?
How can I count letters in a text file?
How can my shell script test server status?
How do I read prior lines in a text file?
Can I automate craigslist searches?
Update to Wicked Cool Shell Script #62: define.sh
How do I step through numeric values in a shell script?
Can I send Twitter updates from the command line?
How do I create a custom stock market index?


Sony PSP, MP3 Players, Etc.
Review: Griffin Technology "Navigate"
How do I download a movie onto my Sony Playstation Portable (PSP)?
How do I sign up for the Sony PlayStation Network on my PSP?
Review: iLuv portable / personal audio speaker
Washed my Apple iPod, how can I fix it?
How can I use Skype on my Sony PSP?
How do I redeem an iTunes gift card?
How can I listen to Internet radio on my Sony PSP?
Sony PSP Connect to the Wifi Internet?
Why doesn't my Sony PSP have a Memory Stick Duo?
Help! Someone Stole My Apple iPod / Sony PSP!
How do you add music to a non-iPod Mp3 player?


The Writing Business
How do I get into online writing?
How do I recover a lost ISBN book number?
How do you avoid writer's block?
How do I get my first novel published when I'm a kid?
Can I just call my new book "for Dummies"?
Question about non-compete clauses in book contracts
How do you get a book published?
How do I protect my unpublished book while seeking a publisher?
What is a book agent supposed to do for me as an author?
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows?
How do my pals and I get a book we wrote published?
How many editions of a book have been published?


Unix and Linux Help
How do I install Ubuntu Linux on a Netbook?
How can I unwrap or decode Web URL redirects?
How can I read a password without echoing it in C?
What does the $( ) notation mean in a Bash script?
How do I change my PS1 command prompt in Bash?
How do I get "vi" shell edit mode in Mac OS X Terminal?
Can I change VNC on Ubuntu to use a different port?
Do most music CDs have 12 tracks?
How do I configure my Solaris VPN network?
What is a WEP key?
How do I configure a DMZ on my local LAN?
Why is Mailman complaining "Site list is missing: mailman"?


Video Game Tips and Help
Prince of Persia Walkthrough VI: Defeating Ahriman
Prince of Persia Walkthrough V: Defeating the Warrior
Prince of Persia Walkthrough IV: Defeating the Concubine
Prince of Persia Walkthrough III: Defeating the Alchemist
Prince of Persia Walkthrough II: Defeating the Hunter
Prince of Persia Walkthrough I: Beating Elika's Father
What are the best games for the Nintendo Wii?
Surviving in the World of Warcraft
How to play Rock Band Guitar at Expert Level
How to create a winning character in EVE Online
Call of Duty 4: Winning Team Deathmatch Tactics
Ship Tips for Pirates of the Caribbean Online


Windows Help
How do I add an app to the Windows Quick Launch bar?
How do I hook up my TV to my Vista computer?
CrossOver: A Must-Try Windows Tool for Mac Users
How do I change my Dell Touchpad settings and preferences?
How do I display filename suffixes in Windows Vista?
How can I add a new user in Microsoft Windows Vista?
Why can't my wife's Toshiba Vista laptop startup normally any more?
How do I connect to a new Wifi network in Windows Vista?
How can I capture a screen in Windows XP?
Dell XPS M1330: How do I make the screen brighter when on battery?
How do I enable Ethernet wifi access within VMware for Windows 7?
How can I add a DVD drive to my Microsoft Windows PC?


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