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Q: Is there any Open Source desktop search software?

A: Not really. The only USABLE option that you have is the free Copernic Desktop Search Home.

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Looking for an analog multimeter (VOM) online? Try a local store instead. They might not be very cheap, including compared to a digital mutimeter, but analog multimeters still have several advantages over digital ones, especially if you are giving it as a gift to a novice. Try stores like Sears, Ace Rocky's Hardware, etc.

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Where can I buy electrical / electronics small / sharp / needle / tester / SMD / surface mount testing probes?

Pomona Electronics has several. There are models 6469 and 5953A. They aren't as cheap as generic test probes, and also not reliable. I had resistance problems untill I opened them and properly soldered the connection inside the probe (it was pressure-fit before, but resistance was varying randomly). Also, the probes ARE small and lightweight, but it comes at the price of thin wire insulation. Several times in a production environment (constant use) the wires would break, someone would cut or melt the insulation, etc. So they would make fine for those special locations when you really need a needle SMD probe, but not for constant everyday use. And oh, they really are sharp and small.

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Q: What are the specifications for Western Digital My Book Home Edition AC (power) adapter?

A: 12V, 1.5A, tip positive.

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Q: Where can I find the flexible multiple extension cord (Squid)

A: I have seen the Squid in a discount store (Ocean State Job Lot), and RadioShack has a different model.

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Q: Where do I find a complete list of sniper movies?


A: Although you will see lists elsewhere, they of course be very limited. If you want to see as many listings as possible, try a keyword search in IMDB for sniper. For example, one hard to find movie with a large bullets rifle is Silent Trigger.

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Q: Where can I find an open source playlist music player?

A: As typical, no OpSo players that are nearly good enough. Free winamp can be used, most OpSo players have either too simplistic GUI or were not really designed for playlist/library/jukebox operation. Need consolidation since too many number of players


 

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