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Problem: Streaming mp3s to Pocket PC

For a while I've had some of my music accessible over the internet and I play it at my friends' house where they have older computers with smaller capacity.This is how the internet access is setup1) the file server is running XP Pro with IIS v5 as the webserver2) I have a "media" folder that is shared within the my home network3) That same folder is also shared on the IIS webserver (Read-only...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

Sharing an Internet Connection without a Router

Today, Rogers Cable installed Cable internet at my girlfriend's house. I could not wait to play around with my new toy like I usually do at my place. This was my first encounter with Windows Xp's Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) and it turned out to be so much fun after getting these instructions and reading this document from the microsoft website.All I had to do was go to Start > Settings...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

Unlocking the new baby

After a little searching on the web, I found a way to unlock my new phone, and guess what? It's FREE! .... I know!The good people over at XDA-Developers.com have come up with ways to unlock, upgrade, and tweak this phone. It's just awesome.My nerves are wrecking as I'm about to tinker with this phone before I even use. But then again, I can't use it unless I unlock it... :\Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

My New Toy!

Phew! It's been a long time coming...I just received my new Cingular 8125 and I can't wait to play with it. The phone I've been using was all beaten up and everybody was hoping I'd get a new one. It was all packaged up nicely and only had the necessary accessories included:ChargerBatteryLeather pouchStereo headsetI really love this design as compared to its other variations offered by other...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alfero#

How to run your own internet radio station

This is a pretty cool tutorial on how to create your own internet radio station, all done with free/open source programs in about 5 minutes.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

How To Make Your XP Machine Look Like Vista For FREE

Vista Transformation Pack 4.0 was just released and it does a great job of giving your XP machine the Vista look. In December last year Windows Blinds released a new version of their software that was designed to provide Windows XP with transparent effects, however, it wasn’t free. That is where the Vista Transformation Pack comes into play.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Increase ring time on any GSM phone

You can use the following codes to control the delay from 5 to 30 seconds on any GSM phone: To get the current call forwarding status, enter *#61#[SEND] into your phone. Write down the 10-digit number(ignore the +1), this is the phone number that your calls are currently being diverted to. Enter **61*[number]*11*[delay]#[SEND] into your phone using the phone number (numbers only) as reported...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Skype On Net Neutrality: We'll be so big, they can't stop us!

"What if Internet Service Providers decide to just block Skype altogether? Some companies are working on solutions to block Skype and other VoIP-traffic. Skype's battleplan is simple. If their user base is large enough, companies will think twice about tampering with Skype traffic."Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Rebuild your laptop battery and save $$$

After a brief introduction to battery technology, this site gives you a step-by-step guide on how to rebuild a bad Li-Ion battery and replace the individual cells. Hot damn! Dangerous as all hell, AND saves me money?Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

KDE audio player amaroK 1.4 released: Fast Forward

Version 1.4 of the popular and advanced KDE audio player amaroK was released today. The long anticipated release features enhanced support for media devices like the iPod, improved visual styles, gap-less playback, an improved rating system and a revised configurability besides others. Screenshots and more information inside.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Upload a photo of yourself, and web site will make you look old

In an attempt to draw interest in a survey on Scotland's aging population, government health officials are offering software that allows people to see what they will look like when they are 65.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Bridging the gap between Office and OpenOffice

OpenOffice 2.0 the free, open source office suite -- has many features that are very similar to Microsoft Office. The trick is knowing how to use them.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

SkypeOut Free US Calls NO GO for IPs 70.x.x.x - 79.x.x.x

Thread on Skype's release page shows a good number of people who are having trouble getting the free landline/mobile US and Canada calling to work. Seems that SkypeOut doesn't like IPs in the 70.x.x.x-79.x.x.x range.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

SkypeOut now FREE for US & Canada!

Yes. It is really very, very free. There’s no prepayment, no minimum use, no subscription, no monthly fee, no nothing. You just download and install Skype and then you start calling. Both the caller and the number called must be in either the US or Canada. There are no strings attached.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

21st Century

In 21 century..Our communication - WirelessOur dress - ToplessOur telephone - CordlessOur cooking - FirelessOur youth - JoblessOur food - FatlessOur labour - EffortlessOur conduct - WorthlessOur relation - LovelessOur attitude - CarelessOur feelings - HeartlessOur politics - ShamelessOur education - ValuelessOur follies - CountlessOur arguments - BaselessOur boss - BrainlessOur Job - ThanklessOur...Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Bluetooth headset comparison page

Very handy tool for those considering the purchase of a new Bluetooth headset.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Softbank, Apple to jointly develop iPod cell phones: report (AFP)

AFP - Softbank, the fast-growing Japanese Internet and telecommunications group, will work with Apple Computer to jointly develop mobile phones that have iPod music players functions, a report said.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

Do you own songs bought online? Well, sort of (Reuters)

Reuters - Like millions around the world, you have an iPod, the market-leading digital music player made by Apple Computer Inc. and have spent perhaps a few hundred dollars buying songs from the company's iTunes music store.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

AOL Dials Up Free Phone to PC Service

America Online is offering free phone numbers to the 41 million users of its instant messaging service, which will allow them to receive unlimited free phone calls from regular phones using Voice over Internet Protocol technology. Called AIM Phoneline, the offering is set to go live May 16.Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

iPod Nano with Video? Twice the Storage?

Oh! No! Not again! I seriously don't know what I'll do if Apple releases a new iPod Nano with Video......Last Updated:Thursday, September 02, 2010By:alferoSource#

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