Daeveed wrote:

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LGigolo wrote:

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that's EXACTLY why I NEED wireless connection... so I can bring my laptop with me!

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hahahahaha!!!

Never thought of it that way!

good thinking!

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SEEE WE’ON… I am not as dumb as you look!

Daeveed wrote:

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You don't need a wireless connection.....you need to get out more!

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that's EXACTLY why I NEED wireless connection... so I can bring my laptop with me!

OHH se me olvidaba: I also need the laptop!

LGigolo wrote:

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X4v13r wrote:

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2 or 3 years

bro just ask for 1 year at the end its all good, plus do u really need Sympatico HS? i used to have it but now that i moved i had to get basic HS and its all good, i can still do what i did before, I might have to wait a little longer but i just live my pc on over night.

about wireless it u get a router get a linksys

X@vier

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Prob. not - but when downloading 45 minute videos or 1.5 hour movies, I don't want to wait 3 days before I can watch it!   When I miss my shows (Prison Break / Survivor) I like to download and watch the next day... with HS, I can let it download by the time I turn around and do a couple of things (about maybe an hour or so) and voila - watch my show!

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LGigolo wrote:

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X4v13r wrote:

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not sure about how much but I'm sure is a lot but if u want more info google it......

and bro u r paying too much for sympatico, ask them for a contract for a year u will pay less for ur internet.

X@vier

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yeah, I think they offered me about 10-12 dollars off per month if I signed up for 2 or 3 years... but I'm one of those that is affraid of commitment!  - Mind you had I signed up when offered, I would be half-way through the contract... oh well.

I'll likely look into it once I get a laptop and find a way of getting wireless internet access... no point to sign up before then, now.

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LGigolo wrote:

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I read the link above – I am in the zone only during work hours… after that, no use to me.

 

As for the Satellite internet service – how expensive is it?  I think I pay 45/46 + tax already for Sympatico High Speed.

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LGigolo wrote:

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X4v13r wrote:

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no, but if u go down to college between spadina and bathurst u will find some deals.

X@vier

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Thanks.

Now a question about WIRELESS internet (I hope I ask it properly ):

If you have no internet connection at home - what service provides are out there that provide WIRELESS internet connections (do rogers and Bell have it)? In other words, let's prettend for a second I have no home phone and no rogers cable - how do I go about getting wireless internet access? and what will my laptop need in order to do that?

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X4v13r wrote:

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no, but if u go down to college between spadina and bathurst u will find some deals.

X@vier

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Thanks.

Now a question about WIRELESS internet (I hope I ask it properly ):

If you have no internet connection at home - what service provides are out there that provide WIRELESS internet connections (do rogers and Bell have it)? In other words, let's prettend for a second I have no home phone and no rogers cable - how do I go about getting wireless internet access? and what will my laptop need in order to do that?

Quixote wrote:

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LGigolo wrote:

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The free "hot spots" I was referring to are the "legally free ones"   For instance, I have heard that some coffee shops (some Starbucks?) and many colleges / hospitals - offer hot spots for people to connect to the net for free.

As for the other ones - I wouldn't mind learning either

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Yes, if their hot spots are free and unsecured then you can connect with your wireless capable laptop.

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I regularly use my laptop at Starbucks' hotspot and it is NOT free You will have to sign up for a session (when you try to open your internet browser you will auto be redirected tothe hotspot site) you can either pay by credit card, or charge it to you cell phone bill by choosing you provider (rogers, fido bell...)

 

I have a friend that sells laptops....those that fall from the back of the trucks....

Unfortunately they don't come with warranty, but the price is veeeeeery affordable....

LGigolo wrote:

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I am currently looking to buy a laptop that I can network with my desktop and be able to carry around and access the net (not necesarily foro) from the so called "hot spots" around the city... A couple of questions for the techies out there:

1. I use Sympatico HS internet.  What do I need/computer needs to have in order to network with my (1 year old) home PC?
   
2. What should the laptop have in order to access wireless internet on the "hot spots"? and how does one go about getting permission to access internet access?
   
3. Any other things I should be looking at on a laptop?
   
4. I have been looking/thinking of buying the following laptop (at Costco) - Does it sound like a good deal?

Compaq Presario
V5208CA, English
ML-34, 15.4-in. WXGA,
512MB, 60GB

Up to 128MB RADEON Xpress 200M IGP
Microsoft® Windows® XP Home

 

$819.99

 

Item # 115208

Shipping & Handling included

The Compaq Presario V5208CA is a great lightweight mobile performance notebook. It is built to last and comes with world-class support. This is a versatile notebook for all types of users, whether it’s for work or for fun, this mobile unit delivers. It incorporates some of the latest technologies which will let you enjoy extended battery life and connect to access points from further than before.           

 

Processor and Memory:

• AMD Turion™ 64 mobile technology processor ML-34, 1.8 GHz with PowerNow!™ technology
  
• Up to 1600 MHz system bus
  
• 1 MB L2 cache
  
• 512 MB (shared) DDR SDRAM at 333 MHz (2 x 256 MB), upgradeable to 2 GB (2 x 1024 MB)

Drives:

• 60 GB ultra ATA, 4200 rpm
  
• CD-RW\DVD±RW dual-layer combo drive

Display and Video Card:

• 15.4-in. TFT WXGA high-definition active-matrix display with BrightView technology, 16.7 M colours, 1280 x 768 (native)
  
• Up to 128 MB (shared) PCI Express™ x16 ATI® RADEON® Xpress 200M IGP

Audio:

• Integrated audio system
  
• Built-in Altec Lansing stereo speakers
  
• External ports: line-out (speakers/headphones), microphone

Communication:

• 56K data/fax modem
  
• 10/100 integrated Ethernet LAN
  
• 54g™ wireless LAN, 802.11b/g with 125HSM and SpeedBooster™ support

Keyboard and Mouse:

• 101-key compatible keyboard
  
• Touch-pad pointing device with dedicated vertical and horizontal scroll pad

Expandability:

• 2 memory slots (used), maximum of 2 GB (2 x 1024 MB)
  
• 1 ExpressCard™ slot, supports ExpressCard™/34 and ExpressCard™/54

Ports:

• 2 USB 2.0 ports
  
• RJ11
  
• RJ45 Ethernet
  
• VGA
  
• S-Video out
  
• IrDA
  
• 1 Expansion Port 3 connector

Operating System:

• Microsoft® Windows® XP Home

Additional Software:

• Microsoft® MSN Encarta® Plus (1-year subscription)
  
• Norton Internet Security™ 2006 (60-day subscription)
  
• Adobe® Acrobat® Reader

Security Features:

• Kensington® MicroSaver cable lock slot
  
• Power-on password

Power Supply:

• Battery: Rechargeable, 6-cell lithium-ion (Li-ion)
  
• Adapter: 65 W AC

Specifications:

• Dimensions (L x W x H):
  35.8 cm x 25.9 cm x 4.5 cm
  (14.1 in. x 10.2 in. x 1.8 in.)
  
• Weight (approximate): 2.9 kg (6.4 lb.)

Warranty:

• 90 days, software technical support (only 30 days without product registration)
  
• 1 year, hardware technical support
  
• 1 year, parts and labour

-- Edited by LGigolo at 12:00, 2006-10-12

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Quixote wrote:

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Daeveed, how much is the amp?  

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I want to buy the new Orange Tiny Terror amp.

Although it's single channel, it's perfect for home recording and playing, because it has a half-power switch that would bring it down from 15W to 7W RMS clean, and it's all-tube Class A.

It uses 2 12AX7 on the preamp section, and 2 EL84 in the power section.

I know what you're going to say....."but it's a single channel amp! how do you expect to move from clean to distorted sound if you need to??"

Well, I was thinking on getting a Fuzz pedal, right now the Zvex FuzzFactory looks like a winner, but my only concern is that it doesn't have a synth option.

What do you guys think?

TV Buff wrote:

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GiGi, do you mind if I use this thread to ask THE PEOPLE something? I'm also looking for something. Do you guys know where I can buy pipianes? Pipianes are like Zucchinis, but they come from tropical countries. I've been craving that, so if you know, please let me know. Any help would be highly appreciated.

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is there a another little buffito on the way???

you can find them in chinese fruit markets.

@ LGigolo

Home computer, Laptop, wireless routers, "Hotspots"

Does it really make a difference?

Can't you just watch your porn on TV with a DVD player? Or does your porn really have to go everywhere with you?

LGigolo wrote:

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With a wireless router: will I be able to connect to the net on the "hot spots" for free? and how does one get to connect/sign on the the net?

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A wireless router in your home will allow you to connect your wireless capable laptop anywhere in your home where the wireless signal can reach.  The wireless router depends on your existing Sympatico high speed service.

With your wireless laptop you can connect to an unsecured 'hot spot' for free.  The key word is 'unsecured'.  Some people don't set security on their wireless routers and that will allow you to connect for free.    

And when you say 'hot spots', can you give me examples of what hot spots you want to connect to for free?

1. Buy a wireless router


2. Your laptop needs to support wireless LAN.  Most new laptops support this including the one you listed.


3. good battery life is recommended.


4. The laptop you listed is decent. what will you use the laptop for?