Wireless Internet for your Desktop Computer, Only $5
| Summary: Most people know that Notebooks and Laptops can connect to the Internet without wires. A cheap PCI adapter can allow your Desktop computer to access the Internet through your wireless router just like a laptop notebook computer. |
So, you’ve gotten over the hurdle of having one Internet connected computer in your home, and now that your family can’t live without it, they’re often fighting over who gets to use it. So maybe it’s time for a second or third Internet connected computer in your home.
Maybe you have a work laptop or notebook computer you bring home from work and you wish you had a “Wi Fi” Hotspot so you didn’t have to go to Starbucks or Panera bread to check your email.
Don’t be frightened. This will be easier than you think 
A “router” is a box that allows you to share your single Internet connection with more than one computer. A wireless router allows you to share a single Internet connection with more than one computer, including computers that can connect without wires, like laptops, notebooks, and PDA’s. Wireless routers are used to create what is sometimes called a Wireless Internet Wi-Fi hotspot.
It’s easy to tell a regular router from a wireless router because wireless routers generally have two prominant antennas that are used to send and receive the Internet signal to your laptop or wireless computer. You may have noticed that you can buy cheap wireless routers for as little as $10 after rebate.
Many people don’t know that you can buy a simple adapter that will allow you to allow your desktop computer to connect wirelessly to the Internet just like a laptop computer can. A wireless adapter for your desktop computer looks like this:
So, how difficult is it to install a PCI card? Generally, it’s more difficult to get the cover off your desktop computer box than it is to install the card. The card will come with instructions and software to install, but in general, you’ll power down your computer and unplug it from the wall. Then you find an open slot that has exposure to the back of your computer. They’re very easy to spot. You’ll remove a Philips screw that holds a cover on the slot, then firmly press the card into the slot and replace the screw. Replace the cover, start the computer, and install the software.
These WI-FI network adapter cards are often $25 or more, but the one at the link below is FREE after rebate, with only a $5 ground shipping charge. You must purchase by 8/15 to be eligible for the rebate:
Click here for a WiFi Internet adapter for your desktop Computer
Of course, putting a card in your computer isn’t as easy as connecting a cable, but there are a few reasons you may want to take this wireless approach for your desktop computer:
- You’ve decided that you want to move your desktop computer to another room where the cable modem isn’t. This card, with a wireless router, makes the move easier.
- You may want to buy a second computer for your family, but you want to put it in another room so your kids don’t kill each other. Using this wireless card is much easier than hiding 50′ of cable.
- At $5, this PCI Wireless adapter is less expensive than a 25′ network cable.
Please write if you have any questions about Technology or gadgets.
Chuck Eglinton
NiMH Rechargeable AA AAA Batteries
| Summary: NiCad and NiMH Rechargeable batteries are better for the environment and can save you a lot of money in the long run. |
My friend, Doug Boehmer asked: “have you ever researched rechargeable batteries? I kinda like Radio Shack Nimh, but I wonder what your opinion is …”
Using rechargable batteries can save you a lot of money and I’m sure you know that rechargeable batteries are better for the environment than disposable batteries.
Current rechargeable NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries perform the same or better than to the one-time batteries you pay $1 each for at the store, but rechargeables can be reused a couple hundred times or more. So, each rechargeable NIMH battery can literally save you a hundred dollars or more over its lifetime.
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FM Radio / MP3 Boombox built in speakers only $21
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The retail price for this Philips 256MB Shoqbox MP3 player / FM boombox is $160 and it sells on eBay for $60 or more, but you can buy a refurbished one, direct from the manufacturer, for only $21 with free shipping. That’s more than 85% off the retail price!
85% off, only $21 and only available while supplies last. Use the link below:
Click here for the Refurbished Philips 256MB MP3 Boombox
* Philips® PSS110 ShoqBox 256MB MP3 player and FM radio, allows you to enjoy superb sound with powerful bass at home or away with the uniquely portable ShoqBox audio player.
* Savor 60 MP3 or 120 WMA songs in dynamic sound with XSL Acoustics.
* Innovative use of high-tech materials like titanium cone and neodymium magnet deliver sound output that’s nearly double the power of a traditional speaker driver of the same size.
* A pair of tiny yet powerful speakers that deliver powerful bass with sound big enough to fill a room!
* Your ShoqBox with built-in speakers is small enough to carry or fit anywhere.
* Bring your presentations to life or sit back and enjoy big sounds.
* Features:
o Powerful sound from a sleek design
o Enjoy MP3 and WMA playback
o Play secure WMA (DRM) songs from online music services
o Stores up to 16 hours of music (MP3 & WMA)
o Built-in speakers featuring XSL Acoustics for dynamic sound
o Wake up to your own music or alarm
o More music with Digital FM Radio with 10 station presets
o Freedom to listen to music anywhere
o Use as portable speakers for any music player or PC
o Enjoy up to 14-hour music playback
o Use as portable speakers
o Built-in rechargeable battery
o Travel case, AC/DC charger, USB cable and audio cables included
Cheap digital camera prints
| Summary: I found an incredible deal on cheap 8×10 prints purchased on the Internet. The prints were printed on Kodak paper, were excellent quality and came from a surprising place, thousands of miles away. |
My family and I began taking digital pictures a few years ago shortly after purchasing our first digital camera (at which point I sold my Nikon SLR 35mm film camera and never looked back).
Several digital cameras later we’ve collected thousands of images, yet printed very few of them. We’ve tried printing at home, but were never really satisfied with the quality. Occasionally we’d bring them to our local pharmacy to their photo processing lab, but found that it was just as expensive as traditional film processing. We’ve found that locally our local Sam’s and Cosco have the best price, so for traditional prints, we usually head there.
$37 MP3 Player works with your car radio
You *Must* act fast for this deal because it is available only SUNDAY 7/16, or until they are sold out.
For only $38, you can get an RCA Lyra 256MB MP3
The FM Modulator is a wireless FM transmitter that you can plug into your car cigarette lighter to send the sound from the MP3 player to your car radio. Of course, you can just use the portable MP3 player with included headphones for up to 20 hours on one AAA battery.
The Lyra has a resume feature, so it will save your last spot when you’re listening to audiobooks. It also has an SD Card slot so that you can increase the memory (see the OPTIONAL deal below).
Sunday only, or until sold out at www.Woot.com
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4x MORE MEMORY! 4x MORE MEMORY! ONLY $10…
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ZipZoom Fly is selling the Ultra 1GB SD card for $10 after rebate with free shipping. This Card is compatible with the Lyra MP3 player (above) and can allow you to increase the Lyra’s storage capacity by 16 hours.
http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDetail.jsp?ProductCode=80201-9
Have a great summer
Chuck Eglinton
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