I have settled on the brand and model. OK, grab the keys, let's go get it. But where?!
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posted by joecacti
on May 15, 2013 -
4 answers
Has any one used an air fryer? If so, would you recommend them? If (further) so, what brand should I buy? (I'm in the UK).
posted by Optamystic
on May 4, 2013 -
4 answers
The company located next my house sprays noxious paint fumes into the air and my yard. Despite years of trying to get them to stop, they haven't. What are the next steps to take?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 30, 2013 -
16 answers
Craigslist regularly has listings for units that are almost $500 cheaper than what I would pay retail. What should I be looking out for with used air conditioners?
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posted by laptolain
on Apr 24, 2013 -
6 answers
My husband and I and my college-age son are contemplating a trip to Europe this summer. If we want to fly together, is there no possibility that my son can get a student fare, or do student fares only apply to special flights? I'm thinking of NYC to Paris, Paris to Barcelona, and then Barcelona back to New York, for a total vacation time of around 2 weeks.
Any help in getting cheap(er) flights appreciated. I generally find flights through kayak. com.
posted by DMelanogaster
on Apr 1, 2013 -
11 answers
I recently got a new MacBook Air and I love it. Sometimes, however, I'm struck by an overwhelming sense of nostalgia for the Apple II I had as a child. Are there classic Mac desktop themes that I can download to rock my Air old skool style?
posted by Avenger
on Feb 21, 2013 -
4 answers
I am 27 years old, and now considering whether I should join the Air Force on an intelligence track in order to improve my chances of getting a job at State, or just improving my career options in general. Is this a wise decision?
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posted by masterisosceles
on Feb 18, 2013 -
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Are air purifiers useful for asthma/allergy sufferers? Our 11mo son is currently sick with pneumonia, is at high risk for asthma and our doctor has recommended a air purifier.
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posted by Admira
on Jan 17, 2013 -
20 answers
I'm a web developer / eLearning developer on Windows 7 looking to: 1) Get a Mac because I need to be able to test sites quickly and easily on my own; 2) Get a Windows-bootable unit that can act as my backup machine when my
Asus throws a tantrum as it did this week; and 3) Get a reasonably portable Windows-bootable laptop that can handle Photoshop and other resource hogs so that I can work on it at client sites without having to barely squish the Asus (aka "The Clydesdale") into my largest backpack. Ideally, I could get all three in one machine that wouldn't cost the earth. Please join me as I anguish over the MacBook Air, the MacBook Pro, the Mac Mini, and other options.
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posted by maudlin
on Dec 15, 2012 -
16 answers
Is there a good source of airline livery/logo history anywhere on the internet?
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posted by wander
on Dec 3, 2012 -
4 answers
Hello everyone,
This is my first post, though I'm a longtime reader. I am trying to find out if there are any ways I haven't thought of to buy cheap airline tickets from Reno, NV to Nashville, TN and back three times a year to visit family.
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posted by michellenoel
on Sep 26, 2012 -
10 answers
Need help finding the right air conditioner. My son cannot find a window unit for his apartment - the window is a bizarre 15.25" wide, 11" high. According to calculations, he should need something that pushes out no more than 6,000 BTUs, but his current portable is rated at 8,000 BTUs and is still not cooling off the room. The brand name is "Roam-Air" an older machine my husband took from a building that was closing down. My son lives in Queens and it's HOT....any suggestions?
posted by schoenbc
on Aug 5, 2012 -
15 answers
How do I revive my beloved Patton P-20SW? I tried to turn it on today and there was a spark and smoke then no response. Any ideas?
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posted by lizarrd
on Jul 29, 2012 -
12 answers
How to cool a medium-sized room with extra narrow windows? We have heavy curtains and a ceiling fan already, but we'd like to know about our temporary ac options.
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posted by phisbe
on Jun 7, 2012 -
4 answers
I need a recommendation for a window air conditioner unit. Preference: as quiet and energy efficient as possible.
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posted by aparrish
on May 26, 2012 -
8 answers
What methods have you used to reduce and clean up pet hair (cat picture included), human hair and human skin? I feel like I'm living in some sort of suffocating winter wonderland.
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posted by KogeLiz
on May 21, 2012 -
37 answers
Blowing Hot Air About Cold Air: Reviews of portable air conditioning units are rather vague about how loud they are. There are a few that advertise "library quiet", but I'm not so sure. Does anyone have experience with one of these machines? I need a QUIET one. If I could get down to half the volume of a window unit, I'd be very happy.
posted by ecorrocio
on May 18, 2012 -
5 answers
How do I choose a good portable air conditioner? Your help is welcome, details inside.
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posted by clockzero
on Apr 28, 2012 -
4 answers
paint filter: How much paint/spray paint will I need to stencil 60 2'x2.5' signs?
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posted by defmute
on Mar 28, 2012 -
10 answers
I am returning from Chicago to NY on a foodie's birthday. What, if anything, can I bring back for him? Limitations/details inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 22, 2012 -
20 answers
Have any of you flown on an airplane the day after you got a wisdom tooth removed? My oral surgeon says it'll be fine, but I'm nervous.
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posted by Viola
on Feb 16, 2012 -
22 answers
I feel a little strange during/after running my air purifier (non-ozone). Any ideas on what this means?
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posted by SlagBlip
on Dec 31, 2011 -
4 answers
Are there any mythological creatures or figures in Russian folklore that are particularly associated with storms, wind or bad weather? Are there any particular stories that expand on
what Wikipedia has to say?
posted by Artw
on Dec 21, 2011 -
6 answers
This is a bit beyond my computer abilities...
I am running mac OSX 10.5.8. I am trying to find a version of adobe air that will run on my machine but am just having the hardest time locating or even finding out what version works with my OS. Some love here would be appreciated.
posted by citybuddha
on Nov 13, 2011 -
3 answers
Can anyone who has one tell me how much disk space OSX Lion plus Developer Tools leaves free on a 128Gb SSD MacBook Air? I'm no longer sure I ever had any google-fu (or else the spam answer sites are strong on this one...) - thanks in advance!
posted by cromagnon
on Nov 7, 2011 -
6 answers
I'm a Canadian backpacking around Western Europe with no rigid schedule, just an idea of where I want to go and what would be a reasonable order to go from point to point. I am over 26 so I passed on the Eurail train pass as I could only get a first class pass. Question about air passes or how to get cheap fares on short notice inside.
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posted by GleepGlop
on Sep 3, 2011 -
7 answers
As part of the Mass Save program, is it possible to install a split-system AC myself (as a homeowner) and get the $500 rebate?
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posted by Thrillhouse
on Aug 29, 2011 -
3 answers
Hello all! I'm headed off to college (second semester) in a short bit and I'm purchasing a new computer. I'd like to buy a 13" MacBook Pro or Air and an external monitor. Good idea or bad idea?
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posted by 47triple2
on Aug 23, 2011 -
23 answers