I need to change nearly all the drive letters on XP, including the system partition. How do I do this?
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posted by edbyford
on Oct 6, 2008 -
9 answers
FontFilter: What is the best font management application for Windows? I would like opinions on the best software package regardless of price, as well as on the best in terms of price-to-value.
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posted by fusinski
on Oct 5, 2008 -
8 answers
What is the eventual disposition of GPS navigation units that get stolen from cars in the United States? Specifically, what about GPS units that are locked with PINs? Details and more specifics inside.
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posted by Juffo-Wup
on Oct 5, 2008 -
6 answers
Chicagofilter: We are staying at the Palmer House. Where should we eat Saturday night prior to the Chicago marathon that is within walking distance?
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posted by Punctual
on Oct 5, 2008 -
7 answers
I enjoy literature with a dystopian and/or post-apocalyptic bent to it. I want more. Recommendations?
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posted by Autarky
on Oct 5, 2008 -
60 answers
Pequeninos, Thranx, Fithp, Psychlos, Aalaag, Hani, Mahendo'sat, Kif, etc.
Do you recall if any of these science fiction aliens (or any other sf aliens) have their own creation myth? At first glance it seemed a easy research assignment. I have no trouble in coming up with creation myths for real cultures, but I'm coming up with 0 in imaginary cultures.
posted by francesca too
on Oct 5, 2008 -
17 answers
On the TV show
ReGenesis, the scientists constantly scribble with markers on big, transparent boards —
here's a clip, and
here's another. I am guessing that they are using fluorescent wet-erase markers, perhaps in combination with a black-light lamp to make the paint visible in such low light. Where can I buy a setup like this?
posted by gentle
on Oct 5, 2008 -
7 answers
Music video question: It's probably from the late '90s or early aughts, and it might be a Canadian band, rock-pop. I remember the lead singer might be named Dave, or have his band named after him in some way, but it's not Dave Matthews. It's just a video staged in a blue studio with text overlaid about current socio-economic and political crises in the world. Decoration is very sparse and involved things like ladders and amps; the blue tone to the video is overwhelming. Can you help me find this music video?
posted by flibbertigibbet
on Oct 5, 2008 -
5 answers
I read about and heard an experiment about acoustic resonance. A guy made a tape in a room of his voice, then made many generations of recordings of the original recording. At the end all that was left on tape were the fundamental frequencies of the room. I can't find it anywhere. Ring any bells?
posted by TheCoug
on Oct 5, 2008 -
14 answers
After months of diligently shopping healthier, I have come to the realization that I just cannot get through the fresh vegetables I buy in a timely manner. Having decided to go back to cans (except for cabbage and onions), tell me what I should be on the lookout for, in terms of great-tasting things to try.
posted by parmanparman
on Oct 4, 2008 -
24 answers
Need recommendations for personal website as hub to internet life for a first time page creator.
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posted by grieserm
on Oct 4, 2008 -
5 answers
Mac users who write LaTeX documents in Emacs (with or without AucTeX), please tell me about your workflow.
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posted by gleuschk
on Oct 4, 2008 -
10 answers
I have a Timbuk2 messenger bag. When I ride with it on, it wants to slip down to the right under my right arm. What can I do to make it more friction-y or tacky on the back, such that it is not so slidey?
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posted by everichon
on Oct 4, 2008 -
15 answers
I won a computer at work. I'm giving it to Mr. Mustachio tommorrow night. What are some fun freeware prorams and Firefox add-ons I can install before I give it to him?
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posted by louche mustachio
on Oct 4, 2008 -
19 answers
Where do I start with ancient classic literature, especially accessible versions of mythological or vaguely historical tales? Preferably from Anglo-Saxon or Norse traditions, but I'm open to anything really good.
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posted by rocks009
on Oct 3, 2008 -
26 answers
If there was a greeting card with a fuzzy felt mustache on the outside, what would the inside say?
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posted by Ugh
on Oct 3, 2008 -
40 answers
Does anyone have experience with
RoboMower or other robotic mowers on the market? Is my dream a reality or do these things not really work as advertised?
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posted by geoff.
on Oct 3, 2008 -
6 answers
EngagementRingFilter: I'm coming upon that time in my life - I'm going to buy a ring and propose to my wonderful girlfriend. My problem is, though, that no matter how much I look up, and what I read, I still can't wrap my head around buying an actual ring. She wants something
like this, but I can't see to find anything. Help!
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posted by SNWidget
on Oct 3, 2008 -
32 answers
[Wii filter] Is it going to be impossible to find the Wii right before Christmas? Should we wait until after Christmas to get it? Is it still in high demand? Are there new online resources to find Wii systems for sale?
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posted by parilous
on Oct 3, 2008 -
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InsuranceFilter: What exactly makes a medication fall into the maintenance medication category in the eyes of insurance companies? Is it the fact that the doctor writes the prescription and allows for refills? Would getting a new prescription with no refills every month circumvent the whole maintenance medication designation?
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posted by lrkuperman
on Oct 3, 2008 -
7 answers
I am considering knocking down the wall between my kitchen and my dining room. Multiple questions inside.
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posted by hazyspring
on Oct 3, 2008 -
23 answers
Where in Austin could I go this weekend to purchase a cool piece of art as a wedding present for my sister and her fiancé?
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posted by woodway
on Oct 3, 2008 -
5 answers
Is there a program that will automatically take scans of pages that contain text and images and then extract the images and place them in separate files? Open source would be best.
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posted by Mo Nickels
on Oct 3, 2008 -
8 answers
I'm recovering from a bout of pneumonia for which I was prescribed a 5-day course of Azithromycin. I'm feeling much better, but I'm bothered by tinnitus. Googling has revealed that my antibiotic may have cause this. If so, will it go away eventually and/or is there anything specific I can do to help it go away? I really don't want to - and can't afford to - pay for another doctor visit if this is something that will go away on its own.
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posted by amyms
on Oct 2, 2008 -
10 answers
What is the origin of the phrase "by the balls" as in: "He's really got you by the balls."?
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posted by sciurus
on Oct 2, 2008 -
14 answers
Searching for the perfect, wall mounted bookshelves: As I live in San Francisco, I'd like some books shelves that are adjustable and readily anchored to the wall. The
Treku Bookcase from DWR is perfect, but (as with much from DWR) a bit too expensive. Any other suggestions?
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posted by aladfar
on Oct 2, 2008 -
9 answers
What's the best way to create a video tour to teach people how to navigate/use a web site?
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posted by juliplease
on Oct 2, 2008 -
7 answers
Ipod speaker filter: 4th grade teacher has ipod to play tunes in her classroom, but needs speakers. What do you suggest for (1) less than $75, (2) with remote, (3) loud enough to fill a classroom with 30 students, and (4) works with a 5th gen 80gb ipod?
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posted by unclezeb
on Oct 2, 2008 -
13 answers
Is there a voice note application for the blackberry curve that DOESN'T involve me sending an MMS or Email with the info to myself?
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posted by rileyray3000
on Oct 2, 2008 -
5 answers
HospitalityFilter: What would be a nice parting gift or gifts for a guest from (the Republic of) Georgia spending three weeks in the U.S.?
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posted by headnsouth
on Oct 2, 2008 -
7 answers
Best HD imaging software/solution? One large external USB2.0 HD, would like to image the primary partition of several XP computers.
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posted by porpoise
on Oct 2, 2008 -
8 answers
This has been bugging me for ages: in what short story does a description of a face (or eyes) appear as 'two raisins in a vat of dough".
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posted by A Terrible Llama
on Oct 2, 2008 -
26 answers
