10 TIPS for PC Games related problems

TEN HOT TIPS FOR ALL PC GAMERS!1. Check the system requirements for the game, it is normally written behind the game box cover.2. Update your graphics card software. It is free and if you are unsure where to look for the update, just google or yahoo the name of your graphics card.3. For the latest game titles, you would normally require an expensive and recent graphics card to handle the graphics load. If you meet the system requirement, you should have no problems though.4. Check other settings that might affect the game play, such as vertical sync etc.5. If you bought an old game and have problems playing it, try running it in Windows95/ Windows 98/ Windows2000 Compatibily mode. You can search in yahoo or google for the instructions to do so.6. If the game you boughtis ANCIENT (Super Mario, Pong etc.), you may have to download an emulator to play that game. Again, do a search and you should be able to download emulators for free.7. If you have an old game and the disc is quite badly scratched, apply some dish washing detergent on it and rub it in circles on the scratches and other parts. Wash it and DRY it well, it helps for some discs that are not too badly damaged!8. Update your Operating System (OS) such as Windows XP.9. Update your game. There might be certain bugs that can be patched or fixed by downloading the latest updates.10. Check for forums and official websites for your game for more tips and information regarding your game!

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What Is Shabby Chic??

This guide is for those of you see the words "shabby chic" popping up all over eBay and wonder what on earth it means?!Shabby Chic, while it was a style and line of homewares created by designer Rachel Ashwell, it actually refers to the style of decorating. It is an ironic term, as shabbyisn't usually chic, but it works! Think worn, distressed white furniture, elegant lamps, romantic flowers, chandeliers, slipcovered sofas, raggy cushions, fine china, and anything scrolly, pretty, elegant and homely! Shabby chic also has a very cosy, cottage feel and has become an extremely popular style of decorating. The dominant colouris white, also encorporating soft pinks, sage green and plenty of flowers. It is certainly a decorating style that can be achieved on a budget, as most things can be second hand things which you fix up yourself. Decorating Tips:*Stake out your local second hand op shop, charity store (salvos, st vinnies), recycling centre, or flea market for second hand furniture. You can often find the most amazing bargains with alot of potential. Furniture can then besanded back, painted white

Digital Cameras: What megapixels

There are some big myths out there about digital cameras. No two are bigger than sensor size (megapixel) and optical

WARNING! POKEMON CHAOS BLACK AND QUARTZ ARE FAKE!

Recently, people on eBay (local and overseas) have been selling versions of Pokemon GBA games called "Chaos Black" and "Quartz". Before you bid on any of these, I am here to tell you that THEY ARE FAKE! Why? Can you find it listed on an official Nintendo website, or a legit online store like Amazon? The only known official Pokemon releases are as follows:-Pokemon Red/Blue-Pokemon Yellow-Pokemon Pinball-Pokemon TCG-Pokemon Gold/Silver-Pokemon Crystal-Pokemon Ruby/Sapphire-Pokemon Emerald-Pokemon Fire Red/Leaf Green-Pokemon Diamond/Pearl It boots up fine and plays well for the first part of the game, but when you get to Mount Moon, it will completely freeze and refuse to let you go any further. Not only that, the "Pokemon" displayed on the box isn't even a Pokemon at all, it's a character from Sonic called Chaos! Compare that image to the image shown on the box - it's practically the same!These pirates are out to get ignorant parents and children who don't know better than to buy anything that has the word "Pokemon" in it. So please, before you go spending big bucks on a game, don't get conned and buy a fake! Credits for info in this guide go to this thread (damn you eBay for non-ebay linking):http://www.catharton.net/electronica/forum/viewthread.php?forum_id=129

The difference between FORD C4 and C10 Transmissions.

Very few people (even some 'experts')have the correctknowledge to tell the difference between a FordC4 and a C10 Automatic Transmission.Alot oflistings contain incorrect descriptions about the type of transmission being offered, mostly because the seller does not know or has been misinformed about thier transmission. Many people regard the C4 as a 'Tough Box', but it is not as durable as a C10. Half the reason the C4 has that reputation is through misidentification- the C10 being mistaken as being a C4. Ford originally fitted the C4 to 6 cylinder engines and small cubic inch V8's generally under 300 C.I. The superior C10 was used on all lower performance V8 engines after aproximately 1970. Over the years, Ford produced many 'C' code transmissions, including: C4, C5, C6, C9, C10.When a C4 and a C10 are placed side by side, the differences are extremely obvious as is evident in the pictures.Above is a C10, note the smooth transition between the transmission housing and the bell housing....and this is a C4, as can be seen by the sharp step up between the transmission and bell housing.The following information issourced from a Ford factory repair manual.The Similarities:Both have 11 bolt sumps.The Differences:C10 dipstick/filler tube enters the side of the transmission sump.C4 dipstick/filler tube enters the topside of the transmission housing.C10 has a smooth transition between the Bell Housing and Transmision Housing. (see pics)C4 has a step up between the Bell Housing and Transmission Housing. (see pics)C10 has a breather valve.C4 has a breather tube.C10 has a large input shaft with a smaller 'snout' protruding from it. (see pics)C4 has a smaller input shaft with no snout. (see pics)Below is the C10 shaft......and this one is the C4

Fake Perfume - 20 Point Check List on how to spot Fakes

WATCH OUT for Counterfeit and Fake Perfumes in AUSTRALIA!They have EXACTLY the same designers name, almost identical bottle, label, box and very similar fragrance! The bottles on the left of each type above wereconfirmedas fakes. Apparently bought from street vendors, and markets for under $20 each.HOW CAN YOU TELL WHAT is FAKE?It's not easy. Counterfeiters of perfume have become masters of their crime with the aid of modern digital imaging and printing techniques. They are capable of producing almost identical replicas of ALL the major leading perfume brands on the market today. As a consumer you may never really know, UNTIL you experience the actualfragrance which may be close to but not exactly as it should. You'll discover that the perfume does NOT last as long, perhaps as little as one hour instead of half a day or longer as is the case with original designer perfume.Counterfeiting is a huge problem globally, with millions of counterfeit goods being produced and sold every year. It is estimated that up to 10% of perfumes and toiletries in the market place are fakes.HEALTH RISKSCounterfeit perfume does not undergo the usual safety standards that are applied to all cosmetics and toiletries around the world. When cheaper, inferior ingredients are used, these may cause allergic reactions in people with sensitive skin and could also stain garments. BEWARE OF OLD STOCK and STALE PERFUME Perfume does deteriorate. The time period depends on temperature, light and length of storage. Sometimes when stores close down, they SELL OUT their old perfume stock. These typically end up in auctions, and discount shops/web sites at very cheap prices. Don't get caught out.Always make sure your supplier sellsFRESH, not old stock.20 Point Perfume Authenticity Checklist:1) Confirm Reputable Source of Supply. Verify the delivery has come from a repuatable seller.2) Cellophane Wrapping. Check for overall quality - look and feel - thickness and clarity.3) Cellophane Sealing. Check for signs of excessive glue and especially use of any sticky tape.4) Outer Box. Check for overall quality of material used - thickness colour- fold marks and edges. 5) Printing. Check for correct information printed on box. Size, Country of Origin, misspellings, logo, and trademarks.Check the style of printing embossing if applicable.6) Batch Number Check for a number.7) Inner Box. Check overall quality of material used - colour and size.8) Bottle Shape. Check overall quality - height width basic shape and design. 9) Bottle Glass. Check overall quality thickness - clarity moulding marks air bubbles within the glass.10) Cap. Check size colour shape moulding marks11) Sprayer Head. Check overall quality colour - smoothness and ease of operation.12) Sprayer Inner Tube. Check quality - thickness, length and colour. 13) Main Bottle Label. Check quality of printing size - positioning and look for embossing if applicable.14) Bottom Label. Check quality of printing size correct information. 15) Bar Code. Check number, size and scanability16) Fragrance Colour. Check for murkiness, floaties and consistency of colour.17) Fragrance Oiliness. Check for excessive oily feel.18) Fragrance Smell. Check for pungent or unusual fragrance notes.19)Fragrance Lasting time. Test number of hours. Should last at least 2 to 3 hours+20) Skin Reactions. Watch for itchiness, blemishes and rashes.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(c) Copyright 2006 - 2010. Perfume.com.au Ph: 1800 PERFUME or visit perfume com aufor more details.