Can I use the power adaptor from a MacBook (the last white plastic one) with a MacBook air? The MacBook adaptor is rated at 15A, while the Air's adaptor is 10A. Will the Air just draw the power it needs, or will it endanger it or the power adaptor to use the higher-rated one?
posted by alaaarm on Jul 4, 2009 - 5 answers

How do I use a webcam with Windows Movie Maker on Vista? [more inside]
posted by peachykeen on Jul 1, 2009 - 2 answers

How to I create a free download of an image with text on it? The text is a poem and I would like people to be able to enter a name to it then download the whole thing so they can print it as an image. [more inside]
posted by Vaike on Jul 1, 2009 - 4 answers

Please recommend a book or DVD for my Dad wants to learn to use computer basics. My dad recently started using computer (windows XP) for the first time ever in his life. He is 60 yrs old and retired. He can open firefox, type in web address (of the few websites that he knows) and click on links in order to surf news website. Beyond that he pretty much doesn't know anything about computers. [more inside]
posted by tvjoshi on Jul 1, 2009 - 7 answers

Installed Firefox 3.5 today and accidentally hit "Override all Compatibility". Now CPU is at 99%. Any way to UNDO this? [more inside]
posted by for_serious on Jun 30, 2009 - 5 answers

Where in Los Angeles can I get replacement parts for my Dell laptop? [more inside]
posted by dogwelder on Jun 29, 2009 - 0 answers

I have a small business with 3 phone lines, and I would like to have our phone calls with customers recorded to the computer automatically for quality and training purposes. Is there some sort of audio card I need for each computer that can do this? I would also need a recommended software to use (doesn't have to be free). Is this feasible, especially having it start recording automatically without employee input? [more inside]
posted by jmg967 on Jun 29, 2009 - 4 answers

Help me replace my laptop (UK) [more inside]
posted by ninebelow on Jun 29, 2009 - 14 answers

How can I maximize my laptop's ability to pick up wireless signal? [more inside]
posted by btkuhn on Jun 28, 2009 - 6 answers

Modem question. [more inside]
posted by Astro Zombie on Jun 27, 2009 - 13 answers

Trying to get a computer to recognize a dvd rom drive. But there's a snag. [more inside]
posted by tylerfulltilt on Jun 27, 2009 - 6 answers

Looking for a second-hand Mac desktop - what would you advise? [more inside]
posted by monster max on Jun 26, 2009 - 12 answers

How to sync Macbook with a non-iPod MP3 player? [more inside]
posted by reenum on Jun 22, 2009 - 9 answers

I'm going to make a dedicated FreeNAS box. Looking for hardware suggestions. [more inside]
posted by tdreyer on Jun 22, 2009 - 4 answers

I've finally decided to take the plunge and build my own system. I wanted to share my prospective system with MeFi before I pull the trigger in case I missed something or there are potential "gotcha's". I also have some remaining questions on this rig.... [more inside]
posted by unexpected on Jun 22, 2009 - 17 answers

What are the common form of Computer Virus spread these days? I remeber back in the day it was all about Word macros, then Outlook attachmets auto-running, but therse days is it all Internet Browser Exploits? How does your computer get infected these days? Can you get a virus just by visiting a webpage (but not running any aps / agreeing to intall anything)? [more inside]
posted by mary8nne on Jun 22, 2009 - 13 answers

How do I export data out of Microsoft Money? [more inside]
posted by emilyv on Jun 21, 2009 - 9 answers

PhotoFilter: I need to create a monthly photo contest for my clients to participate in. Help me find the easiest way to do this. [more inside]
posted by SuperErin on Jun 18, 2009 - 1 answer

I need to change the screen resolution to 1280x1024 for a new app on my work pc, but my eyes much prefer the lower resolution (1024x768). There are other problems, too! [more inside]
posted by Rad_Boy on Jun 18, 2009 - 4 answers

Can I download only OpenOffice Writer? [more inside]
posted by ptsampras14 on Jun 18, 2009 - 4 answers

I just got a HP Mini 2140 HD. Other than the standard productivity software, can anyone who has this or something similar recommend decent software that will run well on it? [more inside]
posted by damiano99 on Jun 18, 2009 - 3 answers

Upgrading Mac OS X 10.2 to at least 10.3 on a dual boot machine. [more inside]
posted by wiretap on Jun 17, 2009 - 13 answers

Do any of the major virus-scan software sites permit sending in a questionable programs for possible addition to the ongoing alerts? [more inside]
posted by Quarter Pincher on Jun 16, 2009 - 3 answers

Please help me find the best laptops for our teens! Specifics inside. [more inside]
posted by misha on Jun 16, 2009 - 16 answers

Could someone please reccomend me some comfortable open back headphones with decent enough sound for under £40? Prefebly they should have a short cable (as I keep triping over my Sennheiser's). [more inside]
posted by wtildesley on Jun 15, 2009 - 7 answers

New PC underperforming, what are the possibilities? [more inside]
posted by missmagenta on Jun 13, 2009 - 11 answers

I'd like to make a DIY Google StreetView clone. I have a computer in my car. What kind of camera(s) should I get and what's a creative way to take pictures once every 1-2 seconds, downloading them to the in-car computer afterwards? [more inside]
posted by yellowbkpk on Jun 12, 2009 - 8 answers

I spend 8 hours a day in front of a computer. By the last 2-3 hours in the day it feels like my brain is melting when I look at the screen. What should I do?? [more inside]
posted by Jason and Laszlo on Jun 12, 2009 - 20 answers

Computer Filter: What does ~WRL2334.tmp mean? And why do I have a million of these "files" (with different numbers after the WRL part) in my folders?
posted by cachondeo45 on Jun 10, 2009 - 6 answers

New speakers for computer (PC). And a few questions. [more inside]
posted by ObscureReferenceMan on Jun 10, 2009 - 6 answers

When designing a programming project, what is the usual method for imposing speed requirements, such as "function X must accomplish so-and-so in 2 seconds or less"? The problem here of course is that all computers run programs at a different speeds.
posted by crapmatic on Jun 10, 2009 - 19 answers

We're looking at picking up this computer through Newegg.com, and it looks like a great deal for the price, but it's unclear whether there'll be SLI compatibility and iBuyPower has a slightly questionable reputation. Has anyone got any experience or recommendations in this area, specifically recently with iBuyPower, or could you please evaluate this build to see if it's worth the price? Thanks!
posted by Lady Li on Jun 9, 2009 - 5 answers

The power connect for my motherboard is partially burned! Should I replace the plug, the whole PSU or the entire motherboard? [more inside]
posted by GuyZero on Jun 8, 2009 - 12 answers

Modem/Router issues: why does our internet always cut out on one computer on the network, resulting in having to constantly plug/unplug the router to get it working again? [more inside]
posted by Christ, what an asshole on Jun 8, 2009 - 15 answers

How can a competent but not technical geek person browse internet as securely and privately as possible, keep files private on a pc etc? Linux distro? specifics - [more inside]
posted by Not Supplied on Jun 8, 2009 - 11 answers

A CD broke in my PC this morning. [more inside]
posted by philfromhavelock on Jun 7, 2009 - 12 answers

If you were going to bring a USB drive to repair a bunch of workstations, what are some of the latest Windows XP/Vista repair utilities that you would put on it? [more inside]
posted by purephase on Jun 3, 2009 - 7 answers

I am trying to find/make a table that is about 2 feet high that I can put my keyboard and mouse on. The depth is irrelevant, but the length shouldn't be longer than say 4 feet. Also, would like it not to have any cross-beams or anything so I can stretch my legs out under it. [more inside]
posted by catquas on Jun 2, 2009 - 7 answers

What are some easy computer games my stepdad can play? He had a stroke a few years ago, and that has seriously limited what kind of games he can manage. He sits at home all day and plays non-stop Solitaire and FreeCell. I figure there's got to be some better options for him. [more inside]
posted by spockette on Jun 2, 2009 - 28 answers

How to I compute safely in dangerous places? Looking for advice on hiding data, protecting accounts, and securing connections. [more inside]
posted by Nothing on Jun 2, 2009 - 25 answers

I'm trying to find an app that will monitor and record CPU usage *by Process* [more inside]
posted by AltReality on Jun 2, 2009 - 14 answers

I'm in the market for a new laptop. Should I get a PC or Mac? What specs are important for me to look at when making a decision? [more inside]
posted by reenum on Jun 2, 2009 - 31 answers

Advice for a server newb who needs help getting started with a simple media/backup/torrent server? [more inside]
posted by wastelands on May 29, 2009 - 11 answers

Around 1990 I read a magazine article about a guy who took an extended journey by canoe, and then another by bicycle, rigging a computer to each to store route data, his journals, etc. Nobody had ever done such a thing before. Who was this man? [more inside]
posted by waldo on May 26, 2009 - 8 answers

Is it possible to turn my tablet PC into a secondary monitor and still retain its tablet-y properties? [more inside]
posted by specialagentwebb on May 26, 2009 - 6 answers

My old laptop computer is acting funky; for extended periods of time it will act like the CTRL key is pressed down, which makes it really difficult to do anything that requires anything more than clicking (no typing can be done basically because the CTRL keys are shortcut commands). I can't figure out what's wrong or how to deactivate the laptop computer. Please help! [more inside]
posted by jkl345 on May 26, 2009 - 8 answers

How to fix laptop keyboard keys that fell off? [more inside]
posted by macsigler on May 20, 2009 - 7 answers

Can a virus on my desktop infect my external HD? Solutions needed for backing up data on a computer I'm about to nuke. [more inside]
posted by gnutron on May 20, 2009 - 7 answers

OutlookFilter: we've been instructed to clean out our work e-mail. My co-worker has been using her e-mail as an effective filing system. Is there a way that she can both a) download the emails to her hard drive and b) maintain an interface that allows her to organize the e-mails by date, subject, sender, etc.? [more inside]
posted by jeffmshaw on May 20, 2009 - 5 answers

Will a dual-1366 (Nehalem, Xeon 5xxx) motherboard work with a single CPU? [more inside]
posted by Skorgu on May 18, 2009 - 4 answers