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I would like to build an HTPC, but know very little about it. I have very basic questions about the audio/video card(s): I would like to be able to use my hi-def TV as the computer monitor. And when I play a DVD, I would like the HTPC to output video to my hi-def TV via component or DVI, and...

1) I have an ethernet router in my basement. One of the cables goes to my son's bedroom. If he plugs that cable into a wireless router, will the wireless router work? 2) If the above will work: If the wireless router isn't configured correctly, will intruders be able to get into the network...

I know absolutely nothing about these devices. I have digital cable and would like to be able to record tv shows so I can watch them at my leisure. My cable company doesnt't offer cable boxes that can record. Is there a digital recorder that will work without having to subscribe to a monthly...

I have floor-standing speakers on each side of my Hitachi RPTV, about 2" from the sides of the TV. The speakers are shielded, and I can see no distortion on the screen from them being placed that close. But I am worried - am I doing some damage to the TV, even though I see no distortion...

My system has a pentium 3-450. Is that enough horsepower to allow me to have a dvd-burner? Thanks.

I am trying to find a hd widescreen tv that is 20" or less in deep. I have seen the following: Hitachi 43fwx20b - I really like this set but won't buy it because of lack of dvi. (is a new model coming out that will have dvi?) Panasonic pt45lc12 and pt40lc12 - my impression is negative on...

Does cable hdtv usually look worse than satellite hdtv? My brother has a Hitachi 53" widescreen. He subscribes to Cablevision. The hdtv channels are not impressive looking- they look about as good as a DVD. In contrast, I watched Dish satellite hdtv at a friend's house last year and it...

My digital cable box has digital co-ax output, but my receiver has only digital optical inputs available. I'm already using the one digital co-ax input it has for DVD. (DVD player doesn't have optical out). Is there anything that will convert the co-ax from the cable box to optical on the...

I have 3 PC's connected thru a Linksys router in my house. Is there a way we can IM each other between the 3 PC's? Thanks for any help.

In Internet Explorer 6, when I press "help-about internet explorer" it shows only 56 bit cypher strength. Is 128 bit encryption available for IE6? I can't find it on MS.com. Or should I drop back to version 5?

I have 3 computers connected to a Linksys BEFSR41 Etherfast cable/dsl router. The router's primary use is to share cable internet. Is it possible to download files from one computer to another all computers are running Win2000)? Thanks for any help.

I want to get cable internet. I would like to "share" the connection between 3 computers in the house, but want to have only one cable modem. Would I use a router, switch, or hub to do this? Is there an advantage of one over the others? Thanks for any help.

Does a router serve as a firewall when getting internet service from cable? or do I have to do more?

I try to buy only DVD's that are anamorphic and have at least dd5.1 sound. Any info on the following being re-released with those features? Or are some not popular enough to warrant a re-release, in which case I would pick them up as they are now: Happy Gilmore Mr. Baseball Overboard...

I was given a 120 day eval copy of win2000 and have been using it. I recently bought the full copy. Is there a way to put the full copy's cd-key into my existing set-up so that it doesn't expire and I don't have to start all over? Thanks!

Here's the scenario: C: drive has Win98 on it. D: drive has Win2002 on it. When the PC starts up I can choose to start either OS. I want to get rid of everything on drive C: (including Win98). I don't want to have dual boot, and want to use only Win2000. Also, I would like to format...

Help. The volume control icon that used to be in my task bar is no longer there. Can anyone tell me how to get it back, or of another way to control volume? I'm using Win98.

I often see posters saying that they listen at "nn" db's when they watch DVD's. How can I figure that out? Using AVIA and a RS SPL meter, I have already calibrated each of my speakers to 85 db. When I did this my "master volume knob" on the receiver was at -6. But when I watch a DVD, I am...

I was given a cd-rom from an old computer. I don't see any markings on it that tell its speed. Is there a way to determine its speed?

My setup is as follows: Denon 1800 A/V receiver L/R speakers: Infinity REF2005 (92db spl @2.83v and 1m) center speaker: Infinity CC2 (90db @2.83v and 1m) rear speakers: Infinity REF2001 (89db spl @2.83v and 1m) My questions are: 1) Are these speakers considered inefficient? 2)...

I can't remember where I heard it, but something sticks in my mind about using "terminators" on cable tv lines that don't end up at a device (a tv or recorder,etc). I have split the main cable line that comes into the house and have run a couple lines to rooms that I might want to put a TV...

Anybody know the difference? (I tried to search, but it was disabled)...

I need some advice on whether to get an SVS 20-39. My room is 12 x 12 x 8 (1152 cf). Music 25%, movies 75%. I used an RS meter to measure the volume of what I listen to, and it is usually between 70db to 76db, with some peaks outside that range. At that volume level is is worth the expense...

Any advice on an inexpensive learning remote? I want it as a backup for an odd-ball cable-tv tuner. It will be used to control only this unit, so I don't need anything fancy. I would prefer one of the universal remotes where you select the brand & model of the device you want to control, but...

Can someone explain this to me in somewhat of layman's terms? (FYI: room=1300cf, subs calibrated w/AVIA). 1) I have an Infinity BU-120 sub. It sounds OK, not as much impact as I would like. 2) I borrowed a Velo CT-120. It sounds better, getting closer to the impact I would like. 3) I'm...

I admit I am technically challenged. Can someone please explain why DVI/Firewire/etc will obsolete current HD TV's? My limited understanding is that HD-content-providers want to implement some standards to prevent people from recording HD content. What I don't understand is why that will...

I need your help. I really want to buy a big-screen, but am petrified that it will be rendered obsolete quickly by the dvi/firewire issues. (I am aware of the Mitsubishi promise module, but don't really want to buy into that.) I am beginning to feel like I should settle for buying a cheap...

I was at a parade where one of the marching bands had someone banging on a big bass drum strapped to his chest. As he passed by, I could feel the thumping banging me in the chest. This is the exact experience I would like to have in my home theater. Will an SVS sub (or others) do this with...