Does anyone have any idea why my laptop suddenly stopped connecting to any of the various wireless networks in my building, but connected immediately to CompUSA signal when I took it into the store this morning? [more inside]
posted by CunningLinguist on Jun 27, 2006 - 19 answers

Jazzfest in New Orleans: tips for a first time visitor? It's been asked before (pre-Katrina) and I've bookmarked all the New Orleans threads, but I'm asking again just in case. [more inside]
posted by CunningLinguist on Mar 26, 2006 - 9 answers

Calling all chefs: How can I "shred" raw chicken to re-create the spicy shredded chicken from my local Sichuan joints? Is it just a matter of slicing the breast into thin matchsticks? That sounds arduous and also sounds like it would produce stiff strips of chicken instead of the tender floppy shreds I'm trying to copy.
posted by CunningLinguist on Feb 26, 2006 - 19 answers

Have I hopelessly stained my white formica kitchen counter? [more inside]
posted by CunningLinguist on May 12, 2005 - 18 answers

Suggest an ultralight laptop? (more inside) [more inside]
posted by CunningLinguist on Jan 17, 2004 - 23 answers