iPods, Cell Phones, And How They Use Memory Sticks by robert on November 16, 2007
Q: What is the difference between the function of memory sticks in a cell phone and an iPod?
A: None of the Apple iPod models of which I am aware have the capability to accept memory cards (sometimes called memory sticks). Instead, there is storage built into the iPod itself. The Apple iPhone does not accept [...]
Making A WiFi Signal Stronger by robert on November 16, 2007
Q: The community where I live provides WiFi. In my home, the signal is weak and fluctuates between 2 & 3 (out of 5) signal bars. Is there a way to bridge/boost/amplify the signal so that my laptop receives a stronger more consistent signal? I have an Intel PRO/wireless 3945ABG network card.
A: I am [...]
Configuring A Linksys Router For Secure WiFi by robert on November 15, 2007
Q: I have Windows XP Home Edition on my desktop and my network is setup using a Linksys router with WiFi, but when I set it up I did not configure it to be secured. How can I correct this?
A: Having a secure WiFi network is a must! But without the exact model number of [...]
Connect A Computer With Microsoft XP Home Edition To A Plasma TV by robert on November 13, 2007
Q: What is the best way to connect a PC running Microsoft XP home edition to a Plasma television with HDMI and all of the typical inputs? I would like to use it as a picture and home movie viewer?
A: Your question is a simple one with many complicated answers. I will try to [...]
Watching Satellite TV On A Trucker’s Laptop by robert on November 9, 2007
An Into Tomorrow listener submitted the following question!
Q: I am interested in finding software that will allow viewing of satellite TV channels on my laptop using the internet. I am a long distance truck driver and locating TV stations is very difficult.
A: Since you are a trucker and your time is extra precious, you won’t [...]
Difference Between PlayStation 3 Configurations by robert on November 8, 2007
Q: I’m looking to buy a PlayStation 3 console (PS3) but don’t understand what the difference will be between a 20GB, 40GB or 60GB console. I understand this will have something to do with the memory. I will mainly be using the console for gaming, and maybe a few films and music, but not an [...]
Laptop Dropped in Airport by robert on November 3, 2007
Q: My son’s HP Pavilion dv5000 was dropped going through airport security. The LCD is clearly cracked and just displays lines and big blank white areas. We tried connecting it to an external monitor to see if the rest of the computer still works. The boot up goes as far as the [...]
Connecting a Dell Dimension E521 to a Plasma TV by robert on November 1, 2007
Q: I want to connect my Dell Dimension E521 running Microsoft Vista to my 50″ plasma TV. I will be using the computer for browsing the internet and some Office/Word stuff. My computer has only 1 VGA output and it does not have an S-Video or DVI output. My TV has [...]
Record To MP3 With A Portable Digital Recorder by robert on October 30, 2007
An Into Tomorrow listener submitted the following question!
Q: I am looking for a portable digital recorder that will actually record in the MP3 format. I want to connect it to our sound board (1/4 inch connecting line) at church to record our sermons. I then want to bring it home and connect it to my [...]
Recording With A Digital Video Camera Straight To Your Computer by robert on October 29, 2007
Q: Is it possible to hook up a digital video camera (Canon zr200) to a computer (HP laptop) and have the camera record directly to the computer? How do I do that? Is there a certain program I need to get? I want to be able to record for several hours straight and review it [...]