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Why Are Songs Disappearing From My iPod When I Sync?

Peter Redmer — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 23:45:50 GMT

As the resident "Mac guy," I feel a special bond with user Sherry D, who is having some problems with her iPod Nano and iTunes. Read on to figure out how to solve some common syncing problems!

Managing Your Bookmarks

Matt Whitlock — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 15:52:43 GMT

Question: Is it possible to export/import/transfer Favorite bookmarks from Internet Explorer to Firefox? -submitted by Pappy Answer: In may almost seem like an afterthought, but after years of web surfing, the bookmarks we accumulate become invaluable. In my browser, I have at least 50 different bookmarks that I seriously doubt I could find again should they ever be lost. Moreover, as browser preferences change (or if you're commonly surfing from several different browsers), it's often handy to have all your bookmarks move around with you. Thankfully, managing your bookmarks and favorites isn't all that difficult if you know where to go in each respected browser. If you're jumping ship from Internet Explorer to Firefox 3 (common these days), the folks at Mozilla have made it super easy to bring your bookmarks with you. There's a long way to do it (which I'll show you in a second), but if you're trying to load your user preferences from IE into Firefox, you can use the simple method. Launch Firefox, then click File --> Import You'll be greeted by a window asking if you want to import bookmarks, options, passwords, etc. from various browsers installed on your computer. If you only have...

How To Get Rid Of Virus and Spyware Infections on Windows XP PC's

Peter Redmer — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 21:11:14 GMT

Are you having problems with annoying spyware, malware, or viruses on your Windows XP PC? The experts are here to give you some suggestions that might help you get back up and running.

How To Play Your iPod In Your Car

Peter Redmer — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:57:37 GMT

User amanda69 submitted an awesome question about using her iPod MP3 player. She's wondering how she can connect her iPod to her car stereo. A little background, first - Amanda has a Hyundai coupe, and I do as well. I also listen to my MP3 player through my car stereo, so this question really hits home for me. I'm guessing that many of you out there haven't even used a CD in months or maybe even years - personally, I can't remember the last time I played a CD in the car. Amanda, you'll be happy to know that there are a number of different ways that you can listen to your iPod in your car. #1: Connect your iPod to an FM Transmitter Considered the least desirable method by many, the FM transmitter also happens to be the easiest method to go about playing your iPod in your car. The FM transmitter works by "broadcasting" what you are playing on your iPod over the radio, requiring you to tune in to a not-often-used station such as 88.5, for example. With the transmitter turned on, and your radio tuned properly, you should be up and running in minutes. You can...

Vista's Reputation Precedes It...

Matt Whitlock — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 18:05:33 GMT

Question: I got a laptop that runs Windows Vista, and I've heard many rumors about vista... not good ones. Here are the main specs: XPS M1530 Intel Core 2 duo processor T8300 (2.4GHz/800Mhz FSB, 3MB Cache) 3GB Shared Duel Channel DDR2 SDRAM at667 MHz (2 dimms) Hopefully this is all you need to figure out if i may or may not have problems. -submitted by codify Answer: Things haven't been good for the folks at Redmond since Vista debuted. With any major OS revision, in this case the move from XP to Vista, there are always going to be problems. The Internet boards haven't exactly been kind to Microsoft's latest; spouting off problems, issues, and complaints at every major corner. Some of these can be substantiated, others are just dribble posted by the Apple fanboys of the world or those who fear change (you know... the folks who like things the "way they used to be.") I've had the opportunity to play with Vista for a while, and while I too can be frustrated with it, it's typically not because the OS has major flaws, but because it doesn't work exactly like the OS I've used for nearly six years....

What Does the Fast Power On / Low Power Mode on My Mitsubishi TV Actually Do?

Matt Whitlock — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 02:41:49 GMT

Question: On my Mitsubishi TV I have the option of " Fast Power On " or " Low Power ." Fast Power On brings the the video up very fast and Low Power takes some time. They say that Low Power uses less energy, but TV power-on takes longer and some TV features may be unavailable. What I am wondering is if I use the Low Power setting, would that extend my bulb life? -submitted by Brandon C Answer: Given the way that feature is worded and presented in the Mitsubishi TV's menu, I can see how it can be confusing. On other TVs I've used in the past, particularly with LCD, Plasma, and CRT sets, a low power mode often indicates that it's driving the image with less brightness and contrast, and thus operating using less electricity. In Mitsubishi's case however, this is not true. Their Low Power / Fast Power On mode refers to how much electricity the TV uses while in stand by, not operating. Modern day televisions are commonly referred to as power or electricity 'vampires' since they continue to draw power from the wall even when off to support some of the various electronic doo-dads,...