Answerbag: geek860's questions http://www.answerbag.com/profile/40121 New Answerbag questions from geek860 Wed, 30 May 2012 01:59:58 -0700 Wed, 30 May 2012 01:59:58 -0700 Can conditional formatting be used to fill sections of a cell? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/2457621 Can conditional formatting be used to fill sections of a cell? Sun, 20 Mar 2011 00:18:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/2457621 What map projection system is used in Colombia, South America? And how do I convert it to UTM or Lat/Long http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/2358485 What map projection system is used in Colombia, South America? And how do I convert it to UTM or Lat/Long Wed, 24 Nov 2010 18:18:23 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/2358485 I have Outlook 2007. Recently upon opening I get 'Cannot Open Outlook Window' and it closes. System restore, etc didn't help. Deleting profiles didn't help. I can't find any other ideas online. Looking for tips/suggestions. Worked perfectly before. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1571050 I have Outlook 2007. Recently upon opening I get 'Cannot Open Outlook Window' and it closes. System restore, etc didn't help. Deleting profiles didn't help. I can't find any other ideas online. Looking for tips/suggestions. Worked perfectly before. Sun, 12 Jul 2009 19:15:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1571050 If I put 89 or even 91 octane fuel in a vehicle requiring 87+, will there be any real advantage? I normally do it for mountain driving believing that it helps with compression at higher altitudes. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1531757 If I put 89 or even 91 octane fuel in a vehicle requiring 87+, will there be any real advantage? I normally do it for mountain driving believing that it helps with compression at higher altitudes. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 01:23:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1531757 For the past 2 weeks or so, some images haven't been displaying properly in FF3. I even tried safe mode with no luck. Anyone else have this problem? Any ideas? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1244221 For the past 2 weeks or so, some images haven't been displaying properly in FF3. I even tried safe mode with no luck. Anyone else have this problem? Any ideas? Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:25:41 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1244221 I have a list of 50 names, amounts, etc. I want to create small 1/3 page receipts for each person using the data in the list. I have office ultimate 07. Can I use Access '07 to create them using the excel data? Any instructions? Tips? Thanks. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1223357 I have a list of 50 names, amounts, etc. I want to create small 1/3 page receipts for each person using the data in the list. I have office ultimate 07. Can I use Access '07 to create them using the excel data? Any instructions? Tips? Thanks. Tue, 20 Jan 2009 21:39:48 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1223357 Went to start the car today and got a single 'click'. Battery is fine, everything works, but no start. I think it's a solenoid issue. Any tips? Ideas? Trying to avoid $500 for a new starter... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1197054 Went to start the car today and got a single 'click'. Battery is fine, everything works, but no start. I think it's a solenoid issue. Any tips? Ideas? Trying to avoid $500 for a new starter... Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:03:44 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1197054 Why, in this day and age of information, do people still have no idea how to drive in snow or properly evaluate upcoming situations? I had to help dig 3 ppl out of snow banks after they thought their front drive car with summers could make it... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1162761 Why, in this day and age of information, do people still have no idea how to drive in snow or properly evaluate upcoming situations? I had to help dig 3 ppl out of snow banks after they thought their front drive car with summers could make it... Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:35:31 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1162761 Is there anything I can do to eliminate that 'old car' sound on startup? Hard to describe, but the laboured sound from the engine on 7+yr domestics. Is it an exhaust issue? Is it everything working together and aging? Is it something I can fix for cheap? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1136634 Is there anything I can do to eliminate that 'old car' sound on startup? Hard to describe, but the laboured sound from the engine on 7+yr domestics. Is it an exhaust issue? Is it everything working together and aging? Is it something I can fix for cheap? Mon, 08 Dec 2008 21:28:37 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1136634 I have an electric stand mixer with bread hook and beater attachments. I'm looking to bake something like bread or buns. I've baked before but nothing fancy. Any recipe ideas? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1070435 I have an electric stand mixer with bread hook and beater attachments. I'm looking to bake something like bread or buns. I've baked before but nothing fancy. Any recipe ideas? Wed, 05 Nov 2008 11:11:16 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1070435 My install of Photoshop 7 on Vista HP is not working properly. It seems every component of the program works except blending options. When I choose it, I get the hand tool with every option grayed out, but no dialog comes up. Tried admin, etc. Help? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/970487 My install of Photoshop 7 on Vista HP is not working properly. It seems every component of the program works except blending options. When I choose it, I get the hand tool with every option grayed out, but no dialog comes up. Tried admin, etc. Help? Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:46:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/970487 Why is google installer trying to access the internet every few hours? How many updates can there be? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/951982 Why is google installer trying to access the internet every few hours? How many updates can there be? Thu, 04 Sep 2008 09:56:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/951982 I need to setup a submission form on a website I'm making, but I haven't done it before. Trying to use server-side script. Can someone walk me through the process? I've only used mail-to forms before. I need a script and instructions. Thanks in advance. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/930275 I need to setup a submission form on a website I'm making, but I haven't done it before. Trying to use server-side script. Can someone walk me through the process? I've only used mail-to forms before. I need a script and instructions. Thanks in advance. Sat, 23 Aug 2008 19:42:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/930275 You are driving along at 70km/h. You notice a car coming at you straying across the median. There is no way out - you can only a) Speed up or b) Slow down. Which is better for reducing impact forces on your vehicle? I say speeding up is better. Opinions? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/914129 You are driving along at 70km/h. You notice a car coming at you straying across the median. There is no way out - you can only a) Speed up or b) Slow down. Which is better for reducing impact forces on your vehicle? I say speeding up is better. Opinions? Thu, 14 Aug 2008 20:47:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/914129 I am trying to use Windows Update on a PC, but the service is disabled. Restarting the PC and the service made no difference. I get error 1058 when I try to start the service, windows won't update, and it's becoming more bloated daily. Help? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/913130 I am trying to use Windows Update on a PC, but the service is disabled. Restarting the PC and the service made no difference. I get error 1058 when I try to start the service, windows won't update, and it's becoming more bloated daily. Help? Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:07:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/913130 2006 Civic LX Sedan, Figi Blue Metallic. Looking to paint the rear drums since they are rusting a bit. Suggestions for a colour? I could stick to the stock black, or go for something a little more interesting. Would a matching blue be too tacky? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/907744 2006 Civic LX Sedan, Figi Blue Metallic. Looking to paint the rear drums since they are rusting a bit. Suggestions for a colour? I could stick to the stock black, or go for something a little more interesting. Would a matching blue be too tacky? Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:29:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/907744 I remember seeing a commercial a while back for a TV show (pilot probably) about two N'Orleans cops that are working to 'take back the city' so to speak. Can anyone remember the name of that show? Just curiosity more than anything. Thanks http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/854098 I remember seeing a commercial a while back for a TV show (pilot probably) about two N'Orleans cops that are working to 'take back the city' so to speak. Can anyone remember the name of that show? Just curiosity more than anything. Thanks Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:34:14 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/854098 I'm looking for a way to broadcast my screen to a nearby TV. I know VGA cable will be involved, but is there a way I can do it wirelessly without any external connectors on my laptop? TV has VGA input. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/832975 I'm looking for a way to broadcast my screen to a nearby TV. I know VGA cable will be involved, but is there a way I can do it wirelessly without any external connectors on my laptop? TV has VGA input. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:49:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/832975 I'm looking for ideas for tranquil wedding reception music. My taste in music is slightly erm...different. Any ideas? Thoughts? Suggestions? Thanks http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/819340 I'm looking for ideas for tranquil wedding reception music. My taste in music is slightly erm...different. Any ideas? Thoughts? Suggestions? Thanks Mon, 23 Jun 2008 22:18:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/819340 I'm in charge of bar duties for a wedding in about a month. What do you think I should have on my list of things to get? I'm not a pro by any measure but what are some tools I should definitely have on hand? (Besides liquor...) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/817684 I'm in charge of bar duties for a wedding in about a month. What do you think I should have on my list of things to get? I'm not a pro by any measure but what are some tools I should definitely have on hand? (Besides liquor...) Sun, 22 Jun 2008 22:00:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/817684 How do I make a curvy line in Adobe Photoshop? I've tried everything I can think of to no avail. I want to make a curvy line like curly hair, air currents, etc. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/814996 How do I make a curvy line in Adobe Photoshop? I've tried everything I can think of to no avail. I want to make a curvy line like curly hair, air currents, etc. Fri, 20 Jun 2008 20:54:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/814996 For as long as I can remember, turning down the brightness on my laptop opens MSN Messenger. The keys are Fn + Down arrow. Is there some hidden setting that I can change to stop this? Very annoying. Vista H/P Dell Inspirion 1520. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/813571 For as long as I can remember, turning down the brightness on my laptop opens MSN Messenger. The keys are Fn + Down arrow. Is there some hidden setting that I can change to stop this? Very annoying. Vista H/P Dell Inspirion 1520. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 21:10:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/813571 Is there a way for me to use Outlook's Rules to trigger web searches, etc if I send an email from my blackberry with instructions? Then have it send the results back to me? Is there a program that can do that, or steps that someone knows? Thanks http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/785613 Is there a way for me to use Outlook's Rules to trigger web searches, etc if I send an email from my blackberry with instructions? Then have it send the results back to me? Is there a program that can do that, or steps that someone knows? Thanks Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:41:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/785613 I'm looking for a small sized, glossy (aero-like), clipart-like image of a laptop or a desktop. Does anyone know where I can find one for free? I don't want it to look basic - I'm trying to find one that looks technical. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/776724 I'm looking for a small sized, glossy (aero-like), clipart-like image of a laptop or a desktop. Does anyone know where I can find one for free? I don't want it to look basic - I'm trying to find one that looks technical. Fri, 30 May 2008 17:40:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/776724 I'm trying to change a partition of 136GB of 'free space' to either 'unallocated' or a simple volume in vista. Using disk management. I get an error saying not enough memory. Have 3GB DDR and 320GB HD. Help? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/775432 I'm trying to change a partition of 136GB of 'free space' to either 'unallocated' or a simple volume in vista. Using disk management. I get an error saying not enough memory. Have 3GB DDR and 320GB HD. Help? Thu, 29 May 2008 22:58:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/775432 I just upgraded to 3GB of ram in my laptop. Should I go for 4GB or leave it as is? Sale ends tomorrow for the RAM. Windows experience index shows that the RAM can't improve much more, but it says that a lot of it is being used during normal use. Advice? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/759409 I just upgraded to 3GB of ram in my laptop. Should I go for 4GB or leave it as is? Sale ends tomorrow for the RAM. Windows experience index shows that the RAM can't improve much more, but it says that a lot of it is being used during normal use. Advice? Tue, 20 May 2008 18:10:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/759409 I'm upgrading my 160GB HD to a 320GB, giving me much more space. I want to run Vista, XP, and Fedora Linux. Should I run Linux virtually within windows or install it separately? Can I tri-boot without causing problems? Thx http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/749694 I'm upgrading my 160GB HD to a 320GB, giving me much more space. I want to run Vista, XP, and Fedora Linux. Should I run Linux virtually within windows or install it separately? Can I tri-boot without causing problems? Thx Wed, 14 May 2008 21:19:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/749694 I bought a neat adapter that works for IDE/SATA and 2.5", 3.5" & 5.25" drives. I'm dumping off old information from old drives I have, but after doing 2 nicely I tried a third one. When I turned it on it actually made a siren noise. Man. in '98. Help? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/749445 I bought a neat adapter that works for IDE/SATA and 2.5", 3.5" & 5.25" drives. I'm dumping off old information from old drives I have, but after doing 2 nicely I tried a third one. When I turned it on it actually made a siren noise. Man. in '98. Help? Wed, 14 May 2008 17:53:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/749445 Is there a utility available for firefox that puts a button the navigation toolbar, then whenever you push that button it toggles the other toolbars between hidden and visible? Or maybe even a keyboard shortcut? That would be best. Thanks http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/744800 Is there a utility available for firefox that puts a button the navigation toolbar, then whenever you push that button it toggles the other toolbars between hidden and visible? Or maybe even a keyboard shortcut? That would be best. Thanks Sun, 11 May 2008 22:52:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/744800 I'm changing out my laptop HD for double the capacity. I have Norton Ghost, but I want to partition the new drive first. I have a 2.5" SATA enclosure, but how can I partition through USB? Completely new at this exact procedure. Thanks http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/744397 I'm changing out my laptop HD for double the capacity. I have Norton Ghost, but I want to partition the new drive first. I have a 2.5" SATA enclosure, but how can I partition through USB? Completely new at this exact procedure. Thanks Sun, 11 May 2008 18:27:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/744397 I'm looking to transfer my data from my old laptop hard drive (SATA) to a new one with double the capacity. What do you recommend for ghosting it? (Transferring everything in one go as an image). Norton ghost? Any other ideas? Thanks http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/743921 I'm looking to transfer my data from my old laptop hard drive (SATA) to a new one with double the capacity. What do you recommend for ghosting it? (Transferring everything in one go as an image). Norton ghost? Any other ideas? Thanks Sun, 11 May 2008 11:55:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/743921 I have 4 computers, (two wired & two wireless), all on the same network, same workgroup, etc. They can't see eachother and I can't share files or printers. Even with all firewalls off. 3 are running XP, 1 is Vista. Ideas? Solutions? Links? Thanks http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/721242 I have 4 computers, (two wired & two wireless), all on the same network, same workgroup, etc. They can't see eachother and I can't share files or printers. Even with all firewalls off. 3 are running XP, 1 is Vista. Ideas? Solutions? Links? Thanks Sun, 27 Apr 2008 22:13:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/721242 For the past 3 days my normally omnipresent cat has been hiding, running away from everybody, bolting at the slightest noise, and pretty much ceased being affectionate. Don't know why. Anyone else have the same experience? Causes/Solutions? It's worrying. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/703269 For the past 3 days my normally omnipresent cat has been hiding, running away from everybody, bolting at the slightest noise, and pretty much ceased being affectionate. Don't know why. Anyone else have the same experience? Causes/Solutions? It's worrying. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 20:04:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/703269 Just got a BlackBerry 8100. Installed the software (4.3) on vista, but it doesn't load. Main screen flashes when you try to open it, then it disappears. Tried re-install, no luck. Help? Tips? Ideas? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/701504 Just got a BlackBerry 8100. Installed the software (4.3) on vista, but it doesn't load. Main screen flashes when you try to open it, then it disappears. Tried re-install, no luck. Help? Tips? Ideas? Tue, 15 Apr 2008 19:25:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/701504 Why is it so hard to remove a gauge cluster nowadays? I have a burnt out light behind the tach and it would cost $90 in labour to have it changed. The light only costs about $0.30. Anyone else have this problem? What did you do? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/689499 Why is it so hard to remove a gauge cluster nowadays? I have a burnt out light behind the tach and it would cost $90 in labour to have it changed. The light only costs about $0.30. Anyone else have this problem? What did you do? Tue, 08 Apr 2008 17:40:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/689499 I'm trying to add a network printer, but I keep getting error: 'not enough memory' when it tries to install the drivers. My laptop runs Vista, the PC with the printer runs XP. There's no vista drivers on the host PC. Solutions? Screenshot attached. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/626071 I'm trying to add a network printer, but I keep getting error: 'not enough memory' when it tries to install the drivers. My laptop runs Vista, the PC with the printer runs XP. There's no vista drivers on the host PC. Solutions? Screenshot attached. Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:40:09 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/626071 I got a small white piece with my iPod. It looks like a cheap cradle, but it doesn 't stand it up. It's got a hole in the bottom for the iPod cable. It was in the box with the unit. What's it for? Anyone? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/624954 I got a small white piece with my iPod. It looks like a cheap cradle, but it doesn 't stand it up. It's got a hole in the bottom for the iPod cable. It was in the box with the unit. What's it for? Anyone? Mon, 03 Mar 2008 08:56:49 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/624954 I've got some nice dairymilk chocolate here, but it's been open for a while. There's a thin white film (almost like overspray on a vehicle paint job) on the bottom. I think I remember reading white is bad? Is it still edible? Advice? Thx http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/619053 I've got some nice dairymilk chocolate here, but it's been open for a while. There's a thin white film (almost like overspray on a vehicle paint job) on the bottom. I think I remember reading white is bad? Is it still edible? Advice? Thx Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:19:46 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/619053 Why do we put such a priority on constantly growing? Economies must keep growing, populations, businesses, etc. Why? Pop. growth has led to environment disasters & destruction, food shortage, pollution, housing shortages, etc. Why not just stay as we are? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/616941 Why do we put such a priority on constantly growing? Economies must keep growing, populations, businesses, etc. Why? Pop. growth has led to environment disasters & destruction, food shortage, pollution, housing shortages, etc. Why not just stay as we are? Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:55:30 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/616941 I have a SIM card slot in my Dell Inspiron 1520. If I put a SIM card in there will it give me cellular capabilities? I haven't seen any documentation about built-in cellular technology, but the slot is there. Any personal accounts? More info? Just curious http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/615980 I have a SIM card slot in my Dell Inspiron 1520. If I put a SIM card in there will it give me cellular capabilities? I haven't seen any documentation about built-in cellular technology, but the slot is there. Any personal accounts? More info? Just curious Mon, 25 Feb 2008 23:28:14 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/615980 I changed the headlight bulbs on my car and now they are fogging up. I guess I released the gas that was in them from the factory. Is there a way to prevent the fogging once again? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/614947 I changed the headlight bulbs on my car and now they are fogging up. I guess I released the gas that was in them from the factory. Is there a way to prevent the fogging once again? Mon, 25 Feb 2008 11:47:34 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/614947 I am trying to figure out what to do for dinner. 3 people. Take out or dine in doesn't matter. Had chinese not too long ago. Trying to think of something different but not having luck. Ideas please? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/570630 I am trying to figure out what to do for dinner. 3 people. Take out or dine in doesn't matter. Had chinese not too long ago. Trying to think of something different but not having luck. Ideas please? Sun, 27 Jan 2008 15:11:27 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/570630 Given the leniency of decades-past driving exams, and what I've seen on the road, should people over 30 or 40 be randomly retested to today's standards? I'm not trying to start a war between ages here, just asking for opinions. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/552470 Given the leniency of decades-past driving exams, and what I've seen on the road, should people over 30 or 40 be randomly retested to today's standards? I'm not trying to start a war between ages here, just asking for opinions. Wed, 16 Jan 2008 08:01:43 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/552470 When you're driving in the snow and see a person in a big 4WD go by, do you get jealous? Mad? Indifferent? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/552466 When you're driving in the snow and see a person in a big 4WD go by, do you get jealous? Mad? Indifferent? Wed, 16 Jan 2008 08:00:13 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/552466 For over a decade, I've heard the odd vehicle that squeals horribly for a few seconds, then sounds fine. Usually it happens when the vehicle is pulling out of a parking lot, and by the time it gets to the street the sound stopped. What causes that sound? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/543019 For over a decade, I've heard the odd vehicle that squeals horribly for a few seconds, then sounds fine. Usually it happens when the vehicle is pulling out of a parking lot, and by the time it gets to the street the sound stopped. What causes that sound? Wed, 09 Jan 2008 22:15:19 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/543019 Why does the attachment size double when sending an email? For example, attach a 2mb picture to an email and when you send it it becomes a 4.5mb attachment. Why? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/531040 Why does the attachment size double when sending an email? For example, attach a 2mb picture to an email and when you send it it becomes a 4.5mb attachment. Why? Tue, 01 Jan 2008 12:37:00 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/531040 I've had this tower laying around for a while with just a power supply. Decided since today is Boxing Day what better time to buy components? Any tips? Ideas? I'm thinking of making this one to replace my current 2.93GHz 1.5GB DDR, 80GB HD, decent PC. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/524588 I've had this tower laying around for a while with just a power supply. Decided since today is Boxing Day what better time to buy components? Any tips? Ideas? I'm thinking of making this one to replace my current 2.93GHz 1.5GB DDR, 80GB HD, decent PC. Wed, 26 Dec 2007 22:31:06 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/524588 Is there a way to uninstall a device that was automatically installed by vista (drivers)? I plugged something in before install, vista installed it, and now it doesn't work. Help? Thx http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/516306 Is there a way to uninstall a device that was automatically installed by vista (drivers)? I plugged something in before install, vista installed it, and now it doesn't work. Help? Thx Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:24:38 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/516306 Why does your nose run when it's cold? Shouldn't it freeze? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/496706 Why does your nose run when it's cold? Shouldn't it freeze? Sat, 01 Dec 2007 19:25:15 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/496706 Is there a way to lock a file onto my jumpdrive? Like an owner info file? I just don't want it to be easily deletable. This way if it's lost I can easily find it. I know it can be formatted but not everyone knows that. Help? Thanks http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/495482 Is there a way to lock a file onto my jumpdrive? Like an owner info file? I just don't want it to be easily deletable. This way if it's lost I can easily find it. I know it can be formatted but not everyone knows that. Help? Thanks Fri, 30 Nov 2007 17:53:11 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/495482 Do you prefer to use a fireplace or just heat the whole house with a furnace? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/493227 Do you prefer to use a fireplace or just heat the whole house with a furnace? Wed, 28 Nov 2007 22:22:30 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/493227 I was on a Mediterranean cruise that lasted 12 days. I just got back from it. Along the way I saw so many good pictures that I got the idea to take possible desktop photos. I have about 50 now, but should I put them on a website for all? Ideas? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/493080 I was on a Mediterranean cruise that lasted 12 days. I just got back from it. Along the way I saw so many good pictures that I got the idea to take possible desktop photos. I have about 50 now, but should I put them on a website for all? Ideas? Wed, 28 Nov 2007 19:27:47 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/493080 Frequently, on startup, I go to open firefox but it doesn't open. I check the processes and it's there, but not actually open. I can't end the process, and re-opening it just creates another process. I need to reboot to get it to work again. Help? Tips? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/491490 Frequently, on startup, I go to open firefox but it doesn't open. I check the processes and it's there, but not actually open. I can't end the process, and re-opening it just creates another process. I need to reboot to get it to work again. Help? Tips? Tue, 27 Nov 2007 15:30:09 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/491490 What happened to drive-in restaurants? Wouldn't it save gas to have people shut off their engines and be tended to rather than sit and idle in a drive-thru? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/486046 What happened to drive-in restaurants? Wouldn't it save gas to have people shut off their engines and be tended to rather than sit and idle in a drive-thru? Thu, 22 Nov 2007 20:45:21 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/486046 I went away for 3 weeks. Unplugged and shut off my desktop, etc. Prepped it for storage. Come back, hook it all up, boot it up, and it's running extremely slow. Rebooted several times. Haven't installed anything new, no changes. No viruses. Any ideas? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/485949 I went away for 3 weeks. Unplugged and shut off my desktop, etc. Prepped it for storage. Come back, hook it all up, boot it up, and it's running extremely slow. Rebooted several times. Haven't installed anything new, no changes. No viruses. Any ideas? Thu, 22 Nov 2007 18:41:12 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/485949 I have all of my computers setup for sharing, on the same workgroup, etc. but I can't find any printers when I do a windows add printer search. 2 wired and one wireless. Any ideas for solutions? Firewall on one but it's config for sharing. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/452542 I have all of my computers setup for sharing, on the same workgroup, etc. but I can't find any printers when I do a windows add printer search. 2 wired and one wireless. Any ideas for solutions? Firewall on one but it's config for sharing. Wed, 31 Oct 2007 22:22:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/452542 A song I want is on iTunes but only in video form. If I buy & DL it, how can I convert it to an mp3? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/451328 A song I want is on iTunes but only in video form. If I buy & DL it, how can I convert it to an mp3? Tue, 30 Oct 2007 23:00:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/451328 A while ago I printed off these little pocket translation guides for traveling. You fold them yourself to the size of a credit card basically. Even after extensive searching I can't find them any more. Anyone know where I can find them? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/447977 A while ago I printed off these little pocket translation guides for traveling. You fold them yourself to the size of a credit card basically. Even after extensive searching I can't find them any more. Anyone know where I can find them? Sun, 28 Oct 2007 07:10:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/447977 I have isolated the problem of my freezing - iaStor.sys. The event viewer shows 508 errors of it since I bought the laptop - 3 weeks ago. Does anyone know how to rectify the issue? I'm unable to find and disable the service.. I will include a screenshot. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/441879 I have isolated the problem of my freezing - iaStor.sys. The event viewer shows 508 errors of it since I bought the laptop - 3 weeks ago. Does anyone know how to rectify the issue? I'm unable to find and disable the service.. I will include a screenshot. Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:40:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/441879 I read not too long ago that you can put characters in the email address you give to websites, but the msg will still come through as normal. So, for example, jsmith1@yahoo.com could be jsmith1.ab@yahoo.com so you know you thats for ab. Read on... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/438767 I read not too long ago that you can put characters in the email address you give to websites, but the msg will still come through as normal. So, for example, jsmith1@yahoo.com could be jsmith1.ab@yahoo.com so you know you thats for ab. Read on... Sun, 21 Oct 2007 17:52:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/438767 I've seen them before but I can't remember what to search for. I am looking for a program to save CD content on my computer for use with a program. For example, saving the play CD for a game. Can I get names of programs please? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/436613 I've seen them before but I can't remember what to search for. I am looking for a program to save CD content on my computer for use with a program. For example, saving the play CD for a game. Can I get names of programs please? Fri, 19 Oct 2007 19:02:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/436613 Why do we feel so inclined to lean on everything? Standing in line at the bank, group conversations, etc. I'm guilty of it too, but I'm curious. Any theories? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/420710 Why do we feel so inclined to lean on everything? Standing in line at the bank, group conversations, etc. I'm guilty of it too, but I'm curious. Any theories? Thu, 04 Oct 2007 20:04:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/420710 My inspiron 1520 is constantly freezing. It stopped for about a week, now it started again. Haven't un/installed anything. Same usage pattern. Had it for less than a month. Freezes when opening programs, browsing the web, etc - Very simple tasks. Help! http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/410200 My inspiron 1520 is constantly freezing. It stopped for about a week, now it started again. Haven't un/installed anything. Same usage pattern. Had it for less than a month. Freezes when opening programs, browsing the web, etc - Very simple tasks. Help! Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:29:14 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/410200 On my laptop I frequently find that while typing my question mark key gives me a big E with an accent aigu (french), and some other keys do similar. This only happens in Windows Mail. In firefox and other programs my question mark works fine. Solutions? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/409865 On my laptop I frequently find that while typing my question mark key gives me a big E with an accent aigu (french), and some other keys do similar. This only happens in Windows Mail. In firefox and other programs my question mark works fine. Solutions? Mon, 24 Sep 2007 13:11:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/409865 Does anyone else have a dell inspiron with freezing problems or is it just me? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/400913 Does anyone else have a dell inspiron with freezing problems or is it just me? Sat, 15 Sep 2007 12:18:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/400913 If you were to spend 2 months in an RV with the nearest other people being 1.5hrs away, what would you buy to stock your cupboards? Trips to the store every 2 weeks, 3 men living in the trailer. Anyone owned a trailer that wishes to share living tips? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/394712 If you were to spend 2 months in an RV with the nearest other people being 1.5hrs away, what would you buy to stock your cupboards? Trips to the store every 2 weeks, 3 men living in the trailer. Anyone owned a trailer that wishes to share living tips? Sat, 08 Sep 2007 22:37:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/394712 Where can I find a truck mounted fuel tank like a tidy tank? Does anyone know of stores, websites, etc? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/394597 Where can I find a truck mounted fuel tank like a tidy tank? Does anyone know of stores, websites, etc? Sat, 08 Sep 2007 19:32:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/394597 You have $45,000 CDN. You need a work truck for medium off-road, hauling, towing, and highway duty and it must be a crew cab. Do you choose a Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado, or Dodge Ram? Justify your choice. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/381526 You have $45,000 CDN. You need a work truck for medium off-road, hauling, towing, and highway duty and it must be a crew cab. Do you choose a Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado, or Dodge Ram? Justify your choice. Fri, 24 Aug 2007 16:06:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/381526 Does anyone else have any smart horror stories? (Regarding the smart cars sold in Canada in Europe). http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/377761 Does anyone else have any smart horror stories? (Regarding the smart cars sold in Canada in Europe). Mon, 20 Aug 2007 16:47:19 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/377761 I'm looking to remove heavy rust from old metal for a machine. Does anyone have personal experience with commercially available rust removers? I'm trying to choose the best one. (Evapo-rust, safestrustremover.com, etc) Thanks http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/376829 I'm looking to remove heavy rust from old metal for a machine. Does anyone have personal experience with commercially available rust removers? I'm trying to choose the best one. (Evapo-rust, safestrustremover.com, etc) Thanks Sun, 19 Aug 2007 19:18:12 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/376829 Does anyone here have satellite radio? How do you mount it in your vehicle? Does anyone know if the vents in a 2006 silverado are strong enough to hold a satellite radio with a vent mount? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/375190 Does anyone here have satellite radio? How do you mount it in your vehicle? Does anyone know if the vents in a 2006 silverado are strong enough to hold a satellite radio with a vent mount? Fri, 17 Aug 2007 17:50:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/375190 If you're about to be rammed head on, is it better to accelerate into the other vehicle or just stay still and take it? (Barring any other possible options) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/374988 If you're about to be rammed head on, is it better to accelerate into the other vehicle or just stay still and take it? (Barring any other possible options) Fri, 17 Aug 2007 13:34:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/374988 Is it true that to get skidplates on a truck you need to get a lift kit too? I'm being told all the skidplates available are for trucks with lift kits and that adds a lot of cost to the job. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/374912 Is it true that to get skidplates on a truck you need to get a lift kit too? I'm being told all the skidplates available are for trucks with lift kits and that adds a lot of cost to the job. Fri, 17 Aug 2007 12:04:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/374912 I have an AB RSS feed for the auto section. I have 5 other feeds from other sites. They display fine (the whole story summary comes in), but the AB feed only displays the first line, then '&A0B' or other random chars, then the next line says 'by:_' Help? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/374486 I have an AB RSS feed for the auto section. I have 5 other feeds from other sites. They display fine (the whole story summary comes in), but the AB feed only displays the first line, then '&A0B' or other random chars, then the next line says 'by:_' Help? Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:22:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/374486 Stock battery has been in for 7 years now. It's enclosed almost in front of the passenger side wheel. I've checked on it visually a few times and it has nothing wrong - looks brand new. I know it needs replacing but why is it still perfect at this age? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/373461 Stock battery has been in for 7 years now. It's enclosed almost in front of the passenger side wheel. I've checked on it visually a few times and it has nothing wrong - looks brand new. I know it needs replacing but why is it still perfect at this age? Wed, 15 Aug 2007 22:56:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/373461 Do you use your laptop on flights? For work, movies? Does it help you relax? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/372497 Do you use your laptop on flights? For work, movies? Does it help you relax? Tue, 14 Aug 2007 21:38:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/372497 I'm getting a dell laptop w/ vista Home Premium. Can I install linux so I have the option to boot to it? I know I can do this on a desktop but dell has that media direct thing and I'm not sure if that would be affected. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/369773 I'm getting a dell laptop w/ vista Home Premium. Can I install linux so I have the option to boot to it? I know I can do this on a desktop but dell has that media direct thing and I'm not sure if that would be affected. Sat, 11 Aug 2007 14:27:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/369773 I saw this and got to thinking - what do you get dressed up in when you go to walmart? http://tinyurl.com/e2mp8 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/368457 I saw this and got to thinking - what do you get dressed up in when you go to walmart? http://tinyurl.com/e2mp8 Thu, 09 Aug 2007 21:06:36 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/368457 I have a Dell Inspiron 1520 on order (ordered July 24). Initially told to expect a 9 day delay when I ordered. Called back today and they told me that's now a 25 (business) day delay! Anyone else in this aggravating situation? I thought about cancelling.. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/367606 I have a Dell Inspiron 1520 on order (ordered July 24). Initially told to expect a 9 day delay when I ordered. Called back today and they told me that's now a 25 (business) day delay! Anyone else in this aggravating situation? I thought about cancelling.. Wed, 08 Aug 2007 16:59:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/367606 Why is my deleteditems.dbx outlook express file over 700mb in size when my deleted items list is empty? Is it storing them anyways? How do I empty that? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/366158 Why is my deleteditems.dbx outlook express file over 700mb in size when my deleted items list is empty? Is it storing them anyways? How do I empty that? Tue, 07 Aug 2007 00:00:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/366158 Are salted cashews very unhealthy? Do the benefits of the nut outweigh the downside of the salt? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/365799 Are salted cashews very unhealthy? Do the benefits of the nut outweigh the downside of the salt? Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:35:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/365799 I just saw this 'Digital TV2PC' product. Apparently for $30 (no other fees), I can get access to 3000 digital channels on my computer. Also, they say it's 100% legal. Unfortunately I've only found one review online that states 'good'. Any1 have more info? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/363437 I just saw this 'Digital TV2PC' product. Apparently for $30 (no other fees), I can get access to 3000 digital channels on my computer. Also, they say it's 100% legal. Unfortunately I've only found one review online that states 'good'. Any1 have more info? Fri, 03 Aug 2007 11:46:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/363437 We have glass and a railing surrounding our front deck. Twice now, innocent birds flew into the glass and fell 20ft to the ground. They perished. As an animal lover this sickens me. Is there an aesthetically pleasing way to darken the glass? Mud? Help plz http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/362972 We have glass and a railing surrounding our front deck. Twice now, innocent birds flew into the glass and fell 20ft to the ground. They perished. As an animal lover this sickens me. Is there an aesthetically pleasing way to darken the glass? Mud? Help plz Thu, 02 Aug 2007 22:09:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/362972 If I connect to a wireless network (paid service like Boingo), can I establish an Ad-Hoc network to let friends connect through my connection? Or do ad-hoc networks only allow wired net to be shared? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/360166 If I connect to a wireless network (paid service like Boingo), can I establish an Ad-Hoc network to let friends connect through my connection? Or do ad-hoc networks only allow wired net to be shared? Mon, 30 Jul 2007 23:02:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/360166 How does the Sunbelt Personal Firewall (formerly Kerio) compare to ZoneAlarm or other more expensive firewalls? $20 is cheap, but am I sacrificing security in saving that money? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/359847 How does the Sunbelt Personal Firewall (formerly Kerio) compare to ZoneAlarm or other more expensive firewalls? $20 is cheap, but am I sacrificing security in saving that money? Mon, 30 Jul 2007 15:32:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/359847 Where did you go on your first roadtrip? Was it a good experience? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/357051 Where did you go on your first roadtrip? Was it a good experience? Fri, 27 Jul 2007 13:22:36 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/357051 You're driving alone along a highway at 10pm. It's dark out. A backpacking hitchhiker is giving the thumb. They look very tired and the next town is 150km away. Do you pick them up? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/356801 You're driving alone along a highway at 10pm. It's dark out. A backpacking hitchhiker is giving the thumb. They look very tired and the next town is 150km away. Do you pick them up? Fri, 27 Jul 2007 09:03:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/356801 I'm used to XP but the laptop I'm getting only comes with Vista. I have no choice. What compatibility or other issues can I expect? Never used vista before and I've heard both good and bad stories... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/355354 I'm used to XP but the laptop I'm getting only comes with Vista. I have no choice. What compatibility or other issues can I expect? Never used vista before and I've heard both good and bad stories... Thu, 26 Jul 2007 00:11:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/355354 What are some ways to get internet access in a small town? No cell coverage, we have power but no phone access, and no one there currently has internet. Is there a way to extend the range of a cell phone and use that? Any other methods? Thanks http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/352128 What are some ways to get internet access in a small town? No cell coverage, we have power but no phone access, and no one there currently has internet. Is there a way to extend the range of a cell phone and use that? Any other methods? Thanks Sun, 22 Jul 2007 22:10:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/352128 Just noticed a pool of tranny fluid under the car in the garage. Been parked for days. Think a rock hit the undercarriage a while ago, but didn't notice any problems or leaks. The tranny is normally solid iron, so I worry that this could be costly. Ideas? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/350426 Just noticed a pool of tranny fluid under the car in the garage. Been parked for days. Think a rock hit the undercarriage a while ago, but didn't notice any problems or leaks. The tranny is normally solid iron, so I worry that this could be costly. Ideas? Fri, 20 Jul 2007 15:06:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/350426 Dell CompleteCare - worth $150 for 3yrs? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/350314 Dell CompleteCare - worth $150 for 3yrs? Fri, 20 Jul 2007 13:24:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/350314 In the show family guy, what car does brian(the dog) drive? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/349380 In the show family guy, what car does brian(the dog) drive? Thu, 19 Jul 2007 13:56:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/349380 Dell CompleteCare - is it worth it? Is this setup a good deal? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/348863 Dell CompleteCare - is it worth it? Is this setup a good deal? Wed, 18 Jul 2007 22:45:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/348863 I just saw a show where some guys hotwired a car. Got me thinking...if you start the car by crossing wires, how do you shut it off? With a manual you could just stall it, but with an auto what would you do? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/348849 I just saw a show where some guys hotwired a car. Got me thinking...if you start the car by crossing wires, how do you shut it off? With a manual you could just stall it, but with an auto what would you do? Wed, 18 Jul 2007 22:19:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/348849 What's the best time to buy a laptop? Back to school sale? Xmas sale? Or another sale? I don't need it immediately but I don't want to spend over $800CDN on it. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/347841 What's the best time to buy a laptop? Back to school sale? Xmas sale? Or another sale? I don't need it immediately but I don't want to spend over $800CDN on it. Tue, 17 Jul 2007 21:57:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/347841 Is there a way to boost my cell phone's range? I've tried an external antenna but I need more amplification. Looking to use a cell phone about 50km out of cell range. Flat land, tree cover, preferably a vehicle mounted system. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/345386 Is there a way to boost my cell phone's range? I've tried an external antenna but I need more amplification. Looking to use a cell phone about 50km out of cell range. Flat land, tree cover, preferably a vehicle mounted system. Sat, 14 Jul 2007 13:42:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/345386 What's the best way to record a voicemail to a computer audio file? I have a microphone, but what method & program should I use for the best quality? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/342414 What's the best way to record a voicemail to a computer audio file? I have a microphone, but what method & program should I use for the best quality? Tue, 10 Jul 2007 19:41:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/342414 If someone sprays a bear with bear spray, how long does it take to wash out? Are there any side effects for the bear? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/342091 If someone sprays a bear with bear spray, how long does it take to wash out? Are there any side effects for the bear? Tue, 10 Jul 2007 12:11:27 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/342091 Is there an expiry date for touch-up paint? I have 7 year old touch up paint bought with the vehicle, never opened, shaken occasionally. Is it still good? (red non-metallic paint) http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/335586 Is there an expiry date for touch-up paint? I have 7 year old touch up paint bought with the vehicle, never opened, shaken occasionally. Is it still good? (red non-metallic paint) Sun, 01 Jul 2007 23:29:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/335586 What are your thoughts on the 'War within' (CNN trademarked) that the world is now experiencing with muslim extremists? How do you feel about them using the free speech of the democratic world to try and overthrow it? Say you're in charge - you would... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/334735 What are your thoughts on the 'War within' (CNN trademarked) that the world is now experiencing with muslim extremists? How do you feel about them using the free speech of the democratic world to try and overthrow it? Say you're in charge - you would... Sat, 30 Jun 2007 17:12:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/334735