Hi all, I'm looking for a laptop for work...I only want to do spreadsheets, ms word, browse the net via 56 kmodem and wifi, etc.. Id say the most heavy duty task it would do is Photoshop. Attach a scanner to it. I would like 2 hardrives, dvd-r/cd-r and Wi-Fi and good batt life...

Hi All....I dont post often since I prefer to read more. Although I would like your advice on this as I know this is a great place to ask questions and not get flamed away. I'm looking for a handheld calculator that can handle spreadsheet. I was looking for something with hard keys and I...

Just got myself a leatherman and the knife is pis poor in sharpness. Someone suggested crock sticks and a leather strop as the easiest way to sharpen the blades. Anyone recommend this method? Or should I try somethign else. I am looking for a simple way of sharpening.

Looks like I'm moving to California, Carlsbad for further studies. Can anyone who's been there/ lives there give me tips on how to get settled for the next 8 - 10 months. Anyone got any tips on where to get started on a place to stay? Anything I should look out for? Any suggestions...

Hi All I just got a PDA with Wi-Fi built in. I think it's 802.11b standard. I've got one single computer connected to the net. What I want to do is use the connection in my barn which is about 500 meters away with a couple of buildings blocking the way. Is there any economical way to...

Christmas is a special time for me and my significant other. I would like some advice on what to get her. Especially since I know her for so long No chocolates, spas, dinners please. That's old and I have done it for ages.