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Protected WMA to Mp3 format?

For the burning method, you'd need to burn the WMAs to an audio CD to get rid of protection (as in, a regular CD-audio format (80min), not a data CD with WMAs on it) and then re-rip the audio CD into mp3 (or whatever) format. I never had to do this, but is it possible to "burn" to an image...
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- Post #6
- May 2, 2005
- Forum: Windows
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Best CPU upgrade? From an XP 1900+

I'm trying to help my bf pick out the best CPU/motherboard upgrade. Right now he's got an XP 1900+. Memory is 1x512mb pc2700, and he picked up the $199 PNY 6800 from CompUSA. Price is a factor here. 2 plans in mind: 1. Budget upgrade. I have a spare (working fine) socket A...
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- Thread
- Dec 31, 2004
- Replies: 13
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Need help picking a SFF for a secondary rig. Athlon XP based.

I have a Biostar ideq 210v ( @ newegg right now for $140+ $3 shipping). I like it - it's quiet and stable. Parts: XP 2000+, 2x256 PC2100, fx5200 (passive cooling), DVD-ROM, and 2x HDDs. Pros: * Small * Quiet * Sliding door hides non-matching optical drive bezel * Factory internal...
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- Post #2
- Dec 27, 2004
- Forum: Computer Building
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Question about MP3 players

As a female.... I have to agree that it seems -most- women today know as much about computers and technology as my dog does... Anyway, I bought an iRiver iHP-140 early in the year... very satisfied with my purchase. The ipod wasn't even really in the running due to some, IMO, serious...
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- Post #10
- Dec 20, 2004
- Forum: Peripherals & Components
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Question about MP3 players

"Better Looking" is certainly a matter of personal preference... I find that the standard ipod does pretty much nothing for me aesthetically... bland and uninspiring. Like a bar of soap.
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- Post #8
- Dec 20, 2004
- Forum: Peripherals & Components
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Adjustable stands for flat panels?

The Dell LCD is VESA compliant (VESA is "the standard" for all those wall mounts, swivel arms, etc. that attach to your LCD). No idea on who to buy from, but you shouldn't have trouble finding a product that will work.
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- Post #2
- Dec 19, 2004
- Forum: Peripherals & Components
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Hopefully this is a common problem

I've seen this twice before. One time, it was happening on my dad's PC. When he turned on his printer, it went away. Seems like there was an item in the printer queue that was causing the problem. The other time it happened on my PC. I forget the exact situation, but it went like this...
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- Post #8
- Dec 1, 2004
- Forum: Computer Building
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Problem in connecting Logitech Z680 to TV

No. The TV doesn't output anything more than plain stereo.
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- Post #4
- Dec 1, 2004
- Forum: Peripherals & Components
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Problem in connecting Logitech Z680 to TV

You need to get an RCA to 1/8" stereo minijack cable and plug it in to the front aux input. Something like http://www.starlink-dss.com/Mini-Stereo-Jack.htm They should have a cheap-ish cable at Best Buy. The L/R audio out on your TV is an analog signal, and the coax is (obviously)...
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- Post #2
- Nov 30, 2004
- Forum: Peripherals & Components
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Do these temps seem right to you?

My motherboard has always reported a high system temp... I don't know why. Right now, it's reporting CPU temp @ 37C (Cool n Quiet on) and system temp @ 46C. I think it's just reading it wrong. (No, they're not switched. While doing something CPU intensive, the CPU temp will rise...
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- Post #8
- Nov 29, 2004
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Numpad on keyboards

I don't ever use the numpad for games, and I don't recall coming across one where it's required. I think if you're the kind of person that doesn't ever use the numpad for typing numbers, I don't think you need one. In my case, I always use the numpad when entering a bunch of numbers (like...
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- Post #2
- Nov 28, 2004
- Forum: Keyboards
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3400 Clawhammer run at 47c =(

45C is a perfectly normal idle temp, far from damaging the CPU. Don't worry about it. Granted, my room is warm, but the only way I can get my CPU idleing under 40C with stock cooling is by turning Cool n Quiet on.
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- Post #18
- Nov 28, 2004
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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PNY 6800 VGA Analog is blurry

What I'm saying is that it's completely normal to have a better image with DVI than with the analog connection. Nothing to go on a hissy fit over. Just use the DVI.
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- Post #7
- Nov 28, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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What to expect with a 1900+ and 6800?

My friend picked up the $199 6800 at compusa (actually, I was the one waiting in line - he had to work). His CPU is an xp 1900+. An upgrade is imminent, to an xp2700-3000+. Until then, how much impact will the slower CPU have on gaming performance? I would have installed it already (at...
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- Thread
- Nov 28, 2004
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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6800GT Randomly Locks

41C? You sure that's right? Most of those seem to cards idle a good 20C higher - I know mine does!
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- Post #9
- Nov 28, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards

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