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Tujh bin….

Santanu's non-responsive computer with overheating CPU is causing distress as Shuttle support suggests using ICE cooling despite warranty issues. He faces potential costs and delays while relying on...

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Vacation on the horizon

Embarking on a record-breaking vacation after years! Despite Paris's chilliness deterring Pamela from ski trips, we plan countryside or mountain escapades. However, frequent India visits blur with...

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Joy of baking

Feeling guilty about indulging in butter-laden baking post marathon? Join me as I reminisce the joy of 'Galette des rois' with hidden treasures, celebrate Pamela’ endorsed apple tart success and hope...

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Home Network ADSL-Network-Phone

A blogger shares their simple yet effective home network setup using one CAT5 Ethernet cable to connect PC, TV, and phone via FreeBox router with ADSL2 input for internet access; skill in crimping...

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Happy Holidays

Happy New Year! Reflecting on a memorable India trip in 2de5, despite Paris' gloominess, we enjoyed travels across Europe with family before celebrating Diwali at Maison de l'Inde. French class...

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Thank God its Friday

Friendly catch-up with old pal Tapas, French class escapades and a dilemma over selling vintage shoe laces linked to Intel's offer for Dr. Moore's historic paper.

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Metro in Paris

Parisian life sans Metro: Traffic jams & parking woes overshadowed by biking'dempires, missing out on cultural events and trends. A tale of lost connections in the city that never sleeps!

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Reached 10K and folding

Folding@Home, a Stanford project on protein folding using distributed computing with PCs worldwide offers minimal impact on personal computer performance while contributing significantly to...

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Orsay revisited

Struggling with digital backups, I lost Orsay photos. Now paranoid about data loss; considering DVD backup for artworks in Russia's mid-19th to WWI exhibit too! Paris living anxieties aside. #ArtLoss...