Insert A Sd Card Into A Laptop Computer

A USB multi-card reader allows a laptop to use an SD card if a card reader is not built in.

Most new laptops as of 2010 have an SD memory card reader built into the machine, which is used by inserting the SD card into the card reader slot. But many laptops made before 2005 do not include a built-in device to read the SD cards commonly used with digital cameras and mobile phones. This functionality can be added to any laptop by using a USB multi-card reader, which plugs into a USB port on the laptop and can read a variety of memory card formats. The multi-card reader is shown as an additional drive on the computer.

Instructions

Using a Multi-Card Reader

1. Plug the multi-card reader cable into a USB port on the computer. The operating system may not respond when the reader is plugged in, only when an SD card is inserted. No drivers are needed for these devices, as they use standard operating system drivers.

2. Plug the SD card into the multi-card reader. It should be detected by the laptop and added as a new drive on the computer.

3. Browse to the new drive, and you will be able to copy files to and from the SD card as you would with a USB flash drive or an external hard drive.

Using a Built-in Card Reader

4. Insert the SD card into the laptop card reader slot, typically designated by "SD/XD" or other types of memory cards.

5. Open Explorer by right-clicking on the Windows "Start" button. Click on the drive letter that represents the SD card reader to see the files stored on the card.

6. Drag files from the card to the computer to back them up, or copy files onto the card to add them to another device, such as an MP3 player.

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Access Voice Mail From Another Phone

No need to miss out on phone call when you can check your voice mail on another phone.

In the event that you leave your mobile phone at home, or your phone has died, you may miss out on important calls. Fortunately, if you have your voice mail set up, then you can retrieve any important messages that are left on your phone using another phone. As long as you have a pass code set up on your voice mail, you can call your voice mail on an alternative phone line.

Instructions

Verizon

1. Call your cell phone number from an alternative phone. Verizon's default password is the last four digits of your cell phone number.

2. Once your greeting comes on, press the pound (#) key on the dial pad.

3. When prompted, enter your password using the keypad to listen to your messages.

T-mobile

4. Dial your phone number using a different phone.

5. When you hear your greeting, press the asterisk (*) key on the dial pad.

6. Enter your password to retrieve your messages. T-Mobile's default password is 9999, or the last four numbers of your cell phone number.

Sprint

7. Dial your wireless cell phone number from an alternative phone.

8. Once you hear the greeting, press the asterisks (*) key on the cell phone.

9. Enter your voice mail password, to retrieve your messages. The default password for Sprint is the last four digits of your Social Security number, or 1234.

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Convert Sims

Mini-SIM cards can be converted into Micro-SIM cards.

Today, certain mobile devices, such as the Apple iPad, use Micro-SIM cards, instead of the more common Mini-SIM cards. Mini-SIM cards are currently used in most cell phones. Although the cards have the same metal contacts on the back of them, the plastic part of Micro-SIM cards are smaller. Converting your Mini-SIM card into a Micro-SIM card is useful if you have an existing SIM card that you want to your in a mobile device that only uses Micro-SIM cards.

Instructions

1. Remove the SIM card from your phone. Turn the card over, with the ridged corner of the SIM card pointing upward, to the right. The metal contacts should be at the bottom of the SIM card when you turn it over.

2. Measure 15 milimeters from the bottom of the SIM card upward. Mark 15mm with a pen, pencil or other writing utensil. Place a dot or line at the 15mm mark.

3. Measure 12mm across, beginning at the same point where you marked 15mm.

4. Trim the card across, at the 15mm. Trace the marks using a cutter knife. Then, cut along the marks with a pair is scissors. Soften the edges you cut using a filing tool.

5. Place the SIM card into your device. Remove the battery compartment, battery and insert the SIM card. Make sure the card fits. If it does not fit, not which edge needs to be trimmed further. Carefully trim any edges, making sure not to cut the metal contacts on the back of the SIM card.

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Display Your Own Phone Number On A Motorola Phone

You can display your own phone number on a Motorola phone if you can't remember it.

If you just got a Motorola phone, or if you rarely call your own phone, you might have difficulty remember what your own phone number is. This can be inconvenient if someone asks you for your number and you need to write it down. Motorola makes a variety of phone models, and some require different methods to display your own phone number. Usually you will push a series of keys on the phone's keypad or options on a touch-screen display to get to the phone's "Status," "Settings" or "Info" menu to have the phone display your own number.

Instructions

1. Touch "Menu" on a Motorola Droid touch-screen phone, and touch "Setting" on the phone's menu. Touch "About phone," and then touch "Status." Touch "My phone number." The phone will then display your phone number.

2. Press the round "Navigation" key to bring up the menu on a Motorola Bali phone. Press the "Settings" soft key, and then press the "Phone Info" soft key. Press the "My Number" soft key. Your own phone number will appear on the display.

3. Press the "Main Menu" soft key on a Motorola Grasp cell phone, and then press the "Settings" soft key. Press the "Phone Info" soft key, and then press the "My Number" softkey. The Grasp will then display your phone number.

4. Touch the "Contacts" option on a touch-screen Motorola i1 cell phone to bring up the contacts. Touch the first contact in the list, which is always labeled "Me" and appears above the rest of the alphabetically sorted contacts. This will display your phone number.

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Make A Usb Cable Transfer Data From Cell Phone

If you have some great pictures or videos on your cell phone that you would like to transfer to your computer, you can easily do this by using a USB data cable. It is a good idea to do this once in a while so you have a backup of any important images or videos you have taken with your cell phone.

Instructions

1. Plug one end of the USB cable into your cell phone and the other end into the USB port on your computer.

2. Open "My Computer" and your cell phone should be listed under devices. Double-click on the cell phone folder to open.

3. Your data will be saved under one of two folders: "Phone" or "Card". Open the folder you want to use to access your data.

4. Double-click on either the Audio, Graphics or Images folder. After opening the folder, select the files you want to transfer to your computer and drag them to your desktop. This may take a few moments, depending on the size of the file(s) you are transferring. After the transfer is complete, you can open the data on your computer.

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An Hp Laserjet 4000t Printer In Win Xp

The LaserJet 4000T series of printer is a laser printer released by Hewlett-Packard. It prints 17 pages per minute and is fully supported by the Windows XP operating system. Before using the HP LaserJet 4000T on your computer, you will need to download and install its driver. Once installed, you will be able to communicate with the printer from any application on your computer.

Instructions

1. Open your web browser and access the HP LaserJet 4000 series download page (see Resources).

2. Save the HP Universal Print Driver for your printer model to your desktop. Double-click it to run it when the download finishes.

3. Click "Unzip" from the pop-up window. The driver files are automatically unzipped to your drive and the setup file is executed.

4. Review the license agreement, then click "Yes" to begin installing the universal HP driver software. You cannot install the drivers if you do not accept the license agreement.

5. Connect your printer through its USB cable to your computer, then click "Traditional Mode," followed by "Install."

6. Wait as the setup utility detects your printer and automatically installs its driver. Click "Finish" when the process has completed. You have now installed the HP LaserJet 4000T to your Windows XP system.

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Pair A Bluetooth With A Blackberry 8830

The BlackBerry 8830 uses Bluetooth technology, giving you the ability to connect other Bluetooth-capable devices with your unit. You can use the feature to transfer data between another smartphone or to use a headset for hands-free calls. Bluetooth does not automatically work, however. First you must pair the other device with your BlackBerry in order for the two to communicate.

Instructions

1. Open the "Manage Connections" tool on your 8830.

2. Put a check next to "Bluetooth" by highlighting and clicking it.

3. Open the "Set Up Bluetooth" wizard.

4. Enable pairing mode on your other Bluetooth device. See your device's owner's guide for instructions if you do not know place it into pairing mode.

5. Click "OK" on your 8830 after your other device is in paring mode. Your BlackBerry will begin searching for units in pairing mode.

6. Click the Bluetooth unit's name from the 8830's list.

7. Enter the Bluetooth unit's passkey into the 8830.

8. Enter your 8830's passkey (0000) into the other device if prompted.

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Downlad Skype To Your Phone

Referred to as Skype Mobile, the Skype application provides users the ability to make and receive Skype calls on their smartphone handsets. The developers at Skype have only released Skype Mobile applications for Android, Symbian and iPhone smartphones. While the iPhone app is downloaded through Apple's App Store, Android and Symbian devices install the app through Skype's website, which automatically detects the type of mobile handset you're using.

Instructions

iPhone

1. Tap "App Store" on the home screen on your iPhone and tap "Search" in the bottom bar.

2. Type "Skype" in the search text field and tap "Search." Tap "Skype" in the list of search results.

3. Tap "Install" on the Skype app details page, type your Apple ID password in the text field and press "Enter." The Skype app installs to your iPhone's home screen.

Android

4. Open the applications tray from your home screen and tap "Browser."

5. Tap the URL text field, type "skype.com/m" and press "Enter."

6. Tap "Download Now" on the Skype for Android mobile page. The Skype application installs to your Android device's applications tray.

Symbian

7. Open the applications menu on your Symbian device and select the Web browser.

8. Select the URL text field in the Web browser and type "skype.com/m" and press "Enter."

9. Select the "Download Now" button on the Skype for Symbian mobile page. The Skype applications installs to your Symbian device's applications menu.

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Types Of Nokia Cell Phones

Types of Nokia Cell Phones

The first Nokia mobile phone, the Mobira Talkman, was produced in 1984. Since that time, the company has been at the forefront of cell phone technology and entertainment; Nokia developed the first Internet-connected cell phone and made the world's first satellite call. Nokia now offers many models of cell phones in four broad categories.

Flip

Also known as clamshell phones or folding phones, flip phones protect the keys of a cell phone from being accidentally pressed. Flip phones have two halves connected by a hinge, with the top half displaying the screen and the bottom half featuring the keypad and other buttons. Flip phones are sized so that they fit easily within a pocket.

Many models of flip phones display a small screen on the outside of the phone showing the time, date and caller information while the phone remains closed. Nokia flip phone models include the Nokia 2720 and the Nokia 6103. These phones, according to cell phone comparison website Phone Rated, rank among the best flip phones based on average user ratings. The Nokia 2720 is available on AT&T, while the 6103 is available for T-Mobile customers.

Slider

Like flip phones, slider phones keep the keypad of the cell phone from accidentally being pressed. But instead of a flip design, sliders feature a horizontal or vertical slide design. Slider phones tend to have a larger display screen than flip phones and are designed so that the phone can be opened with one hand. The Nokia 6700 slide, for example, slides up vertically to reveal the keypad. Some Nokia models combine features. The Nokia N900 features a touch screen and slides open to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard.

Twist

Twist phones are a more recent addition to the cell phone market. Rather than flip open for the keyboard or slide, twist phones combine features of both. These phones are often more square than rectangular and feature a display screen on the front panel. The phone then opens up to reveal a physical keyboard. Instead of sliding up or flipping out, these phones require a twist action similar to unscrewing a lid. Nokia offers one twist phone, the Nokia 7705 Twist.

Touch Screen

Nokia also offers touch screen phones. Rather than relying on directional pads or keyboard input for functions, touch screen phones allow for the use of nothing more than a touch of a finger to navigate through the phone's features. Touch screen phones can come with a physical keyboard, making them touch screen sliders, or completely do away with a physical keyboard and rely only on an on-screen keyboard. Nokia produces a number of touch screen phones, including the Nokia C6, the Nokia N8 and the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic.

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Unlock A Nokia 6170

Unlocking the Nokia 6170 means freeing the cell phone to be used on another provider's network by replacing the SIM card. Unlocking the Nokia 6170 may require a small investment, though much less than the cost of a new phone.

Instructions

Code Search

1. Purchase a code to unlock Nokia 6170. SIM unlock codes can be purchased via the Internet or directly from a Nokia dealer.

2. Enter the make and model of your phone, the IMEI number found beneath the battery inside your phone and the service provider you purchased the phone from. Order the code, and pay for it using your credit or debit card.

3. Wait for the code to arrive; the process may take several minutes or several days, depending on the website you use.

Unlocking Procedure

4. Unfasten the battery cover and remove the battery as well as the SIM card. Replace the battery and refasten the battery cover. Turn on your Nokia 6170.

5. Press the pound button. Press the star button in rapid succession three times and wait for a P to appear on the screen. Press the star button in rapid succession four times and wait for a W to appear on the screen. Press the star button in rapid succession twice and wait for a plus sign to appear on the screen.

6. Enter the unlock code you purchased.

7. Press the star button twice in rapid succession and wait for a plus sign to appear on the screen. Press 7. Press the pound button.

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Information On The Nokia 6070

Released in 2006, the Nokia 6070 candy bar-style cellphone is part of Nokia's long line of phones. They date back as far as 1984 when the company released its first mobile phone, the Mobira Talkman, and 1992 when it released its first cellphone, the Nokia 1011. Compact and lightweight, the Nokia 6070 features tri-band 2G network connectivity and is capable of several multimedia functions.

Dimensions, Display and Power

The Nokia 6070 cellphone measures 4.1 inches tall, 1.7 inches wide and 0.7 inches thick and weighs 3.1 oz. Its 1.8-inch color super twist nematic (CSTN) screen displays 65,000 colors at 128 by 160 pixels of resolution and is illuminated by a white backlight. When fully charged, the phone's standard lithium-ion battery holds 760 milliamp hours (mAh) of energy and provides the 6070 with up to 300 hours of standby and up to three hours of talk time.

Internal Components

With 3.2MB of internal memory, the Nokia 6070 provides records for up to 20 missed, received and dialed numbers. The phone connects to the 2G network using Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) technology on the 850, 1800 and 1900 frequency bands. Internet access is attained using a wireless application protocol (WAP) 2.0/xHTML web browser. Multimedia applications that come with the phone include an FM stereo radio, a video player and a digital camera.

Camera and Messaging

The Nokia 6070's built-in digital camera uses the Video Graphics Array technology to capture images at 640 by 480 pixels of resolution and is capable of video recording. Short message service, multimedia messaging service, email and instant message formats are supported by the phone. SMS messages are text only and allow for up to 150 characters per message, while MMS messages support text, pictures, voice and video content. Email messaging is provided through Post Office Protocol (POP3), simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP) or Internet message access protocol (IMAP4) server connections. Instant messaging allows for short text messages to be sent to and received from users who are online.

Miscellaneous

Java-based applictions that come with the Nokia 6070 include voice calling, predictive text input and organizer software, such as calendar, things to do lists, memos and a calculator. The phone is able to connect to a personal computer or another phone through its pop port or infrared data transfer ports. Downloadable content supported by the 6070 include wallpapers, ring tones and screen savers. Ring tone formats supported by the phone include MP3 and MIDI. Equipped with an internal antenna, the Nokia 6070 is capable of supporting conference calls.

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Troubleshoot Bluetooth Nokia N82 Operation

Troubleshoot Bluetooth Nokia N82 Operation

The Nokia N82 is a brick-style handset that features an integrated HD camera, application support and integrated GPS navigation. In addition to these features, the Nokia N82 also features Bluetooth connectivity. If you are having some issues getting your Bluetooth peripheral to connect to your Nokia N82 or are experiencing intermittent problems, you can try these troubleshooting steps to remedy common problems.

Instructions

1. Re-sync your Bluetooth device. If it has been a long time since you have used a particular Bluetooth device with your phone, it may have fallen out of sync. To re-sync your device, press the "Menu" button then select "Tools" followed by "Bluetooth." Put your Bluetooth peripheral in "Pairing Mode" then select "On" from the "Bluetooth Connectivity" menu on the phone. Once the connection has been established, enter the peripheral's security code (if you are using a headset, this code is 0000 by default) then press the "Menu" button to exit the Bluetooth utility.

2. Move out of range of other Bluetooth devices. If you have a Bluetooth-enabled game console or computer very close to the phone or device you are trying to sync, the competing signal may be interfering with your phone's Bluetooth signal. Try syncing again in a different area.

3. Verify that both the Bluetooth headset and the Nokia N82 are fully charged. Because Bluetooth syncing takes a lot of battery power, if either of your devices are not fully charged, the sync operation may not complete.

4. Remove some Bluetooth connections. If you have your phone connected to several different peripherals and you can't get a particular one to work, you may have too many synced devices. To delete a synced device, press the "Menu" button, select "Options" then go to the "Paired Devices" menu. Highlight the device you want to delete then press the "Menu" button. Select "Delete" to terminate all connections with the device.

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Setup Bluetooth For Skype

Skype can be configured to work with Bluetooth headsets.

Skype is an application for using the Internet to make both audio and video calls to users around the world. The major problem with Skype is that it tethers you to your computer with a headset connected to the computer or with using the built-in speakers and microphone. Installation of a Bluetooth headset allows the user to continue calls away from the computer and accomplish other daily tasks.

Instructions

1. Purchase a Bluetooth adapter for your headset. Many computers come with Bluetooth capabilities already as part of the hardware package. If you do not have this then you can buy an adapter that connects via the USB port. Follow the driver installation instructions that come with the adapter.

2. Turn on the Bluetooth headset. Add the device to Bluetooth applications on your computer. On Windows, Bluetooth can be accessed via the Bluetooth icon in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. Open it and click "Add Device". From the provided list find your Bluetooth headset and select it to pair the device with your computer. On Macs click on the Bluetooth icon on the bar in the top right hand corner of the screen. From the drop down menu click on the "Setup Bluetooth Device" option. The Bluetooth Setup Assistant guides you through the process of adding your headset.

3. Open the Skype application. In Skype for Windows open the "Tools" menu and click "Options". Select "Sound Devices" and choose "Bluetooth Audio" for both the audio in and out options. In Skype for Mac, open the "Skype" menu and click on "Preferences". Select the "Audio" tab and change the audio options for both in and out to "Bluetooth headset".

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Get A Phone To Repeat A Number To Dial

Repeat dial lets you go about your business while waiting to connect.

If you have ever tried to call someone only to get a busy signal and then had to keep dialing and hanging up as you waited for the line to become free, then you have probably wished you knew get your phone to repeat a number to dial. That service is called "repeat dial" and it is offered by almost all the major providers of home and business phone services. It is easy to use.

Instructions

1. Dial the number you wish to call. If the line is busy, do not hang up.

2. Press *66 and wait until you hear a long tone: this will tell you that repeat dial is now turned on. Hang up the phone and wait until it rings; the ring will sound more like a single ring or tone than your normal ring. This is to let you know that your call has connected.

3. Pick up the receiver and you will hear the line ringing. Wait for the other party to answer.

4. Dial *86 to turn off the repeat dial service if you do not want to keep calling the number. Repeat dial will stop automatically after 30 minutes of trying; if you want to stop the attempts before this, use the *86 code.

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Nokia 6133 Specifications

The Nokia 6133 is a flip-phone style cell phone.

The Nokia 6133 includes a variety of features standard to most cell phones such as a calendar, alarm clock, calculator, to-do list and phone book with room for up to 500 names and phone numbers. This phone also has a built-in camera, Bluetooth and PictBridge technology and the ability to record and watch video.

Dimensions and Display

The Nokia 6133 is 3.61 in. long, 1.88 in. wide, 0.79 in. tall and weighs 3.95 oz. Considered a folder or flip-phone style, this phone has both external and internal display screens. The external display screen has 128 x 160 pixel resolution while the internal display screen has 320 x 240 pixel resolution.

Phone Capabilities

The Nokia 6133 allows you to send text messages, email messages, pictures, video and sound clips. This phone features X-press audio messaging that allows you to send audio messages so you don't have to call the person first and wait to leave a voice mail message. The 6133 has preloaded games, ringtones, wallpaper, FM radio and MP3 player. You have the ability to download additional games, MP3 ringtones, video clips, music, wallpaper and screen savers from the Nokia website or from your cell phone service provider's website for a fee. The battery life of the Nokia 6133 is 3.5 hours of talk time and 12.5 days of standby time and is powered by a extended Li-Ion battery 820 mAh.

Internet/Wireless Connectivity

The 6133 has a built-in mobile Internet browser WAP 2.0 that allows you to browse the Internet, and send and receive email. This phone also is equipped with Bluetooth technology so you can create a hands-free zone in your car or connect to other wireless devices such as printers and wireless routers. USB ports on the phone allow you to connect to other devices using a USB cable. PictBridge technology allows you to transfer pictures from your phone to a printer or computer.

Phone Features

The Nokia 6133 has a built-in 1.3 megapixel camera with 1280 x 960 pixel resolution and 8x zoom. In addition to taking pictures, you also can record and playback video. Other phone features include voice commands and voice dialing, voice recording speakerphone option, memory card slot that allows you to add up to 2GB of additional memory. Memory cards are sold separately.

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Replace A Sim Card On A Nokia Slide Phone

SIM cards identify and authenticate your Nokia Slide phone.

At the core of cell phones, such as the Nokia Slide Phone models, is a "SIM" card. These cards contain a unique serial number that is used to identify and authenticate your phone. This number is specific for the geographic region that you live in. There can be a few different reasons that you may want to change the SIM card in your Nokia Slide phone. One reason may be if you use two different phone numbers, but don't want to carry two phones. If you are traveling in a different country, rather than paying roaming charges, you can replace the SIM card.

Instructions

1. Turn your Nokia Slide off and carefully remove the back cover.

2. Remove the battery by lifting it up and pulling out the battery holders. Beneath the battery lies the SIM card.

3. Lift up the SIM card using your fingernail or a small coin. Once it's raised, carefully pull the SIM card out.

4. Replace the SIM card by lining up the contacts on the SIM card so they rest against the contacts in the Nokia Slide phone. Slide the SIM card into place.

5. Replace the battery and the back cover, turn your phone on and you are ready to start using your Nokia Slide phone.

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Make Free International Calls On An Iphone

Make International phone calls with your iPhone and a free service like Skype or Fring.

Whether you are on your dream trip to the south of France or just growing your relationship with your Japanese pen pal, making calls internationally can be expensive when done on a traditional land line, and even more on your cell phone.

To save some major cash, the cheapest way to make all of your calls across the ocean is to use your iPhone and a service with an iPhone app that supports free user-to-user phone calls.

Instructions

1. Download an app that supports free calls to other users in the network (see Resources).

2. Open the app on your iPhone from the home screen.

3. Sign up and become a user on the service you choose on your iPhone by following the prompts with the app you choose.

4. Get the user name or assigned phone number of the person you would like to call internationally.

5. Enter the user name or assigned phone number into the app to make your phone call.

6. Wait for the phone to ring and the caller to pick up and complete your international phone call.

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The Origin Of Voip

VoIP isn't so old.

"VoIP" means "Voice over Internet Protocol." The first VoIP system was developed by Vocaltec in 1995. This ran on a PC, but because of transfer speeds, it wasn't a viable alternative to traditional telephones.

Before Broadband

Private local area networks (LANs) had speed and capacity to carry interactive conversations before the Internet. The H.323 Protocol, published by the International Telecommunication Union in 1996, created standards for transmission over LANs.

Development

With the creation of broadband, these standards were adapted for use over the Internet. H.323 became officially identified as an Internet compatible standard in 1998. By 2000, VoIP traffic accounted for 3 percent of calls in the United States.

Commercialization

Uptake of the service increased with the creation of companies such as Skype and Vonage. Interest in the service was increased once service providers began to exchange calls. Once public telephone companies allowed VoIP traffic over their networks, the service could function like a regular home phone. This normalization of the service was improved with the introduction of Analog Telephone Adapters, which meant that regular home telephones could be used for a VoIP service.

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Set The Time On A Telrad 32 Button Phone System

Telrad manufacture office telephones among other telecommunication products.

Telrad is a telecommunications company based in Israel, with offices throughout North and South America and in Europe. The company produces several models of office telephone, some of which can be upgraded by adding a "DSS Module" to provide an additional 32 programmable buttons. This module can be applied to any Telrad phone with a model code beginning with a 3, besides the 3000. The method by which you set the time on a telephone with a 32 button DSS Module will vary by model.

Instructions

Set The Time On A Telrad Model 3025

1. Select the "Programming" icon, which looks like a paper and pencil.

2. Select the "Clock" icon, which looks like a clock.

3. Enter the time using the phone's numeric keypad. Telrad phones only support 24 hour time, for example, "15:03." Use a "0" ahead of any single digit numbers.

4. Enter the date in the DD/MM/YY format. Use a zero ahead of any single-digit numbers, for example, "21/03/86."

5. Select the "Save" icon, which looks like a check, to save the information.

Set The Time On A Telrad Model 3020F or 3020H

6. Press the "Feature" button.

7. Press the "Program" button.

8. Press the "Time" button.

9. Enter the time using the phone's numeric keypad. Telrad phones only support 24 hour time, for example, "15:03." Use a "0" ahead of any single digit numbers.

10. Enter the date in the DD/MM/YY format. Use a zero ahead of any single digit numbers, for example, "21/03/86."

11. Press the "Save" button to confirm.

Set The Time On A Telrad Model 3015DF or 3015DH

12. Press the "Feature" button.

13. Press the "Prog" button.

14. Press the "Time" button.

15. Enter the time using the phone's numeric keypad. Telrad phones only support 24 hour time, for example, "15:03." Use a "0" ahead of any single digit numbers.

16. Enter the date in the DD/MM/YY format. Use a zero ahead of any single digit numbers, for example, "21/03/86."

17.Press the "Save" button to confirm.

Set The Time On A Telrad Model 3015H

18. Press the "Feature" button.

19. Press the "Speed Dial/Program" button.

20. Press "Feat" and dial "82" on the numeric keypad.

21. Enter the time using the phone's numeric keypad. Telrad phones only support 24 hour time, for example, "15:03." Use a "0" ahead of any single digit numbers.

22. Enter the date in the DD/MM/YY format. Use a zero ahead of any single digit numbers, for example, "21/03/86."

23. Pick up and re-hang the handset to confirm.

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Replace The Screen On A Tomtom

A cracked TomTom screen may need to be replaced.

The TomTom portable GPS features maps of the United States, Canada and Europe. Since it is a portable device, the screen can easily be damaged or scratched, which can make it difficult to see. Replace the screen yourself using household tools.

Instructions

1. Place the TomTom GPS face down on a flat, clean surface.

2. Unscrew the four Torx screws from the back of the GPS and then gently remove the bottom casing. You will be able to see inside the GPS system once the bottom casing is removed.

3. Disconnect the LCD ribbon cable from the main system board and then turn the TomTom face-up so the screen is facing you.

4. Insert the tip of a small flathead screwdriver in the divet underneath the LCD screen and gently pull up to pry off the plastic bezel. Set the screen aside.

5. Insert the new screen inside the TomTom frame.

6. Place the bezel over the replacement screen and push down gently until the bezel snaps into place.

7. Turn the TomTom over and reconnect the LCD ribbon cable to the main system board and replace the screws.

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Connect A Cd Player To Multiple Receivers Simultaneously

CD players usually come with multiple outputs.

CD players generally come equipped with more than one output option, making it possible to connect one CD player to multiple receivers simultaneously. Typical output options include the (analog) line output, the digital output, and the optical output. When you connect your CD player to one audio receiver, you get to choose the type of output you'd like to use. When you connect your CD player to multiple audio receivers, you simply make use of all of your output options.

Instructions

Connecting Your CD Player to One Audio Receiver Using the Analog Output

1. Unplug your CD player and audio receiver before making your connections.

2. Plug one end of your RCA audio cables into the RCA output sockets on the back of your CD player. Match the red cord tip to the red socket. Match the white (or black) cord tip to the white socket.

3. Plug the other end of the RCA audio cables into one of the RCA line input sockets on your first audio receiver.

Connecting Your CD Player to a Second Audio Receiver Using the Digital Output

4. Make sure the power cord is unplugged from the receiver before making your connections.

5. Plug one end of your 75-ohm coaxial cable into the "digital output" socket on the back of your CD player.

6. Plug the other end of your 75-ohm coaxial cable into the "digital input" socket on the back of your audio receiver.

Connecting Your CD Player to a Third Audio Receiver Using the Optical Output

7. Cut the power to the receiver if you have it plugged in.

8. Plug one end of your digital optical cable into the "optical out" socket on the back of your CD player.

9. Plug the other end of your digital optical cable into the "optical in" socket on the back of your audio receiver. If your audio receiver does not have an "optical in" socket, or if this socket is being otherwise used, you can plug the other end of your digital optical cable into the optical input on a digital audio-to-analog converter.

10. Plug one end of your RCA audio cables into the RCA sockets on the digital audio-to-analog converter. Match the red cord tip to the red socket. Match the white (or black) cord tip to the white socket. Plug the other end of these cords into one of the RCA line input sockets on your third audio receiver.

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Adjust The Speaker Volume On A Cell Phone

Speaker phone

Many cell phones and smart phones come equipped with a speaker feature. The speaker makes it easy to share a conversation with others in the same room or carry on a phone call without holding the phone to your ear. If the call appears faint or too loud, the volume can be adjusted using the volume controls of the phone.

Instructions

Speaker Volume from Menu

1. Press the "Menu" button from the main screen on your phone.

2. Click on "Settings" from the options menu.

3. Select the "Sounds" or "Audio" option from the "Settings" menu.

4. Locate the volume option in the "Sounds" menu. The volume controls may be found under "Ringer" or "Ringtone."

5. Click on the "Speaker" option and press "Up" or "Down" on your keypad to adjust the volume to the desired level.

Speaker Volume from External Buttons

6. Press the speaker button on your phone when placing or receiving a phone call. The speaker option is typically found at the bottom of the calling screen.

7. Locate the volume control buttons on the side of your phone. The controls are often found on the upper left or right side of the phone.

8. Press the up or down buttons until you have reached a comfortable volume.

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Hang Curtains Using Curtain Rings

Hang Curtains Using Curtain Rings

Got a window that needs sprucing up? Hanging curtains is an easy way to decorate a window. There are various ways of hanging curtains but the most common is using curtain rings. Choose a decorative curtain rod to match your home decor and pick curtain rings to match. Then simply choose the curtains to finish the look. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1. Select a curtain rod to fit the window. Some rods fit on the inside of the window frame and others go on the outside of the frame. Decide what look you want and then measure accordingly.

2. Attach the curtain rod above the window. Slide the curtain rings into place. Curtain ring clips are a nice alternative and work great for curtains that don't have holes in the top. Curtain ring clips also make it easy to try out different curtains.

3. Attach the curtains to the curtain ring clips. Start at one end of the curtain and clip on the curtain ring. Continue working across the curtain until all the clips are used and the curtain is attached.

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Pair A Motorola Bluetooth Hs820 With A Phone

Before you can start using your Motorola HS820 headset, you'll need to pair it with a compatible phone. As with most Motorola accessories, the HS820 can be used with almost any Bluetooth enabled phone, as long as it supports a headset profile. Pairing is usually a one-time process---your phone will save the headset as a trusted device, allowing you to connect to it easily later on. Charge your HS820 fully before pairing; this takes about two hours.

Instructions

1. Unplug your headset from the charging source. Do not power the headset on.

2. Press your phone's "Menu" button and select "Settings," then "Bluetooth." Turn on Bluetooth. Make sure your phone is close to your headset (no more than a few feet apart) to ensure a connection can be established.

3. Press and hold the headset's "Call" button, located on the front of the device and marked with a phone icon. Release the button when the blue indicator light remains solidly lit. The headset is now in pairing mode.

4. Open your phone's Bluetooth options and choose "Add Device" or "Look for Devices."

5. Select "Motorola HS820" from the list that appears. Press "OK" or "Pair."

6. Enter "0000" when asked for the pass key. Press "OK" to complete pairing; the indicator light will begin flashing.

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Flash A Cell Phone To Another Carrier

Code division multiple access (CDMA) mobile carriers include Sprint PCS, Verizon and Cricket Wireless. When you switch a mobile phone associated with one of these carriers to another CDMA carrier, it's called flashing the phone. Flashing the phone involves removing the current programming and installing the programming for the new CDMA network using specialized software.

Instructions

1. Backup your phone using your mobile carrier's mobile backup system. Login to your mobile provider's website. Open the Backup application and follow the screen prompts to make a backup file of your phone's contacts. Open the Export application and follow the screen prompts to save the file on your computer's hard drive.

2. Contact the CDMA mobile carrier that you want to flash your cell phone to and verify that your cell phone is compatible with their network.

3. Download the flashing software and instructions for your cell phone from an online retailer that specializes in flashing mobile phones. Connect your cell phone to your computer with the USB cable that came with your mobile purchase. Follow the detailed instructions that came with your flashing software. Disconnect your cell phone from your computer when you receive the confirmation message that tells you that the process is done.

4. Take your cell phone to your new CDMA mobile carrier. Explain that you have flashed the phone but need to activate it on their network. Pay any fees associated with activating and setting up a new account.

5. Login to your new mobile provider's website. Navigate to "import contacts" function. Follow the screen prompts, making sure to choose the backup file you created in Step 1.

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Fix A Loss Packet Error

Data transfer is the primary job of most computer systems.

Packet errors occur when small packages of data get lost traveling across a computer network. Data is sent via "packets" from one computer to another. When the data packets get lost, performance issues occur that make applications such as online gaming and downloading difficult. IT professionals can be brought in to troubleshoot and repair the problem, but the cost can be great. Many packet loss problems can be resolved with little effort. Use a few simple techniques to fix this problem and save the cost of calling in a professional.

Instructions

1. Loose cables can cause transmission problems such as lost data packets.

Check all connections. Loose cables and power cords can cause transmission problems. Check the connections and cables that go from the wall to the router. Look for crimps and tears in the cable and cords. Replace any damaged wiring. Even a small crimp in a line can cripple data transmission.

2. Reset the router and modem. Turn the computer off. Modems are built into most computers, so shutting down the computer will reset the internal modem. Unplug the power cord from the router. Leave both the router and computer turned off for three minutes. Plug the router's power cord back into the router. Allow two minutes for the router to reset itself. Turn the computer on. Allow five minutes for the computer and router to sync with one another before checking the system.

3. Connect the computer directly into the router with an Ethernet cable. Plug the cable into the computer's Ethernet jack. Plug the other end of the cable into one of the router's Ethernet jacks. Wireless routers can malfunction when electrical interference or physical objects block their transmission path. A direct connection eliminates this problem.

4. Install any available driver updates for the router. As the computer's operating system updates, older drivers used for hardware devices, such as a router, need updating as well. Check the computer's firewall settings to make sure that updates from the router's manufacturer and the Internet service provider are not blocked. The firewall can be accessed by opening up the control panel and selecting firewall settings. Check-mark the box next to the router manufacturer's name and the Internet service provider. Close the window.

5. Check the DSL or phone's dial-up line. Use the telephone to listen to the line. A crackling hum indicates problems with the physical connection. Check the phone jacks for loose wires. Make sure the phone's cord plugs firmly into the phone's wall jack. The male end of the cord should fit tightly into the female jack at both the wall and the router.

6. Clean up temporary files daily. Use the "Disk Cleanup" program or a second-party file cleaner. To access the "Disk Cleanup" program, go to the "Program Files" menu and select "Accessories." Choose "System Tools" and click on "Disk Cleanup." Check-mark all the selection boxes and run the cleaner. If problems persist, call the Internet service provider for additional assistance.

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Unlock A Telus Nokia 6265

Locking your Nokia 6265i phone is a good way to keep your banking information and passwords safe.

The Nokia 6265i, a slider phone with Internet, email, Bluetooth and GPS capabilities, is available on the Telus network, one of Canada's largest mobile phone service providers. The Nokia 6265i, like most modern mobile phones, can store important banking and personal information, and therefore comes with a locking feature to safeguard such details. If you have accidentally locked your phone and cannot get it unlocked again, fear not; simply learn where the settings are and enter the security code.

Instructions

1. Turn on your Telus Nokia 6265i. Go to "Menu." From there, look for and select "Settings."

2. Scroll down the drop-down options under "Settings" until you find "Security." Select this option.

3. Enter the security code, which is four digits by default. If you haven't set it, it is the last four digits of your phone number.

4. Press the "OK" button after typing the security code. Turn off the "Phone Lock" by selecting the "Off" option.

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What Is The File Extension Amr

The .AMR file extension type is used in association with the Adaptive Multi-Rate ACELP Codec for speech encoding and compression in cell phone systems. .AMR files are found in cell phones and their networks. In 3G cell phone networks, information compressing software is used to enable large amounts of information to travel on limited band width.

Function

The .AMR ACELP coder lowers the rate of speech compression as interference on the network increases, insuring a clear signal. ACELP is an algorithm that stands for Algebraic Code Excited Linear Prediction.

Benefits

Standards among different cellular systems codecs are kept coordinated through the the .AMR ACELP coders. They are also used to compress speech files for conversion to .MP3.

Other Sources

Adaptive Multi-Rate Codecs are found in MMS files, or message with sound, picture and text, in cell phones.

Manufacturer

Sony Erickson is credited with first developing the .AMR speech compression format.

Systems

Apple's Quicktime and RealNetworks RealPlayer make media players that will convert .MP3 files to .AMR for downloading onto cellphones. Miksoft also makes a converter for switching .MP3 and .wav sound files to .AMR files and back.

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Restore Deleted Messages On A Nokia

Recovering a text message on a Nokia phone is easy with the right tool.

When a text message is deleted from a Nokia phone it is not actually removed completely from the memory, it is simply turned off. Until the memory slot that it resides in is overwritten by another text message it is still recoverable. You just need a data recovery tool that can extract the text messages from your phone and turn the deleted messages back on so that they are readable.

Instructions

1. Buy a SIM Card data tool. You can purchase these from online spy tool companies such as BrickHouse Security, Dekart.com and RecoverSMS.co.uk. As of 2010 these devices cost between $35 to $69 and include a software program to read the messages as well.

2. Turn your computer on and place the software that came with your kit into the CD ROM. The installation wizard will give you directions on install the program. Follow the directions and reboot the computer once it is finished.

3. Turn your Nokia phone off and take out the battery. Lift up the metal gate underneath it and take out the SIM card. Insert the the SIM card into the text recovery device and connect the device to the USB port on your computer.

4. Click on the "Start Menu" and open up the software application that you installed earlier. Go to "File" and "Download text messages." A window will open and you will see a list of emails appear. The deleted ones will be in red. Undelete these by right-clicking on them and select "Undelete." You can now read the deleted text messages on your Nokia cell phone.

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Unlock A Nokia E52

Unlock your Nokia E52 phone to keep roaming charges low.

Locked cellphones have a SIM lock. This means that the phone can only be used with specific SIM cards that access cellphone towers that are only run by one cellphone provider. Locked cellphones are typically found in the United States. In order to access other cellphone provider towers you will be charged much more expensive roaming rates. With an unlocked cellphone you can change out the SIM card and use any cellphone network that you want.

Instructions

1. Remove the SIM card from the Nokia E52. To access the SIM card remove the back cover, pop out the battery and slide out the SIM card. Insert the battery and replace the back cover. Turn the phone on. Ignore any message that is displayed on the view screen.

2. Order the unlock code from your local phone provider. Each phone needs its own code; there is no universal unlock code.

3. Input the message #pw+code+7#. Thee letter p is formed by pressing the star button three times quickly in a row. The letter w appears by pressing the star button four times quickly in a row. The + appears by pressing the star button two times quickly in a row. The code is the unlock code you obtained in Step 2. Once the message is composed, the view screen will display "SIM Restriction Off," and your phone is unlocked.

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Set Up Multiple Email Accounts In Gmail

Google's Gmail service is capable of acting as a full-fledged email client, allowing users to add multiple outside addresses that can then send mail using Google's servers as well as receive mail in the user's Gmail inbox. Gmail is only capable of working with POP accounts, so any external address with only IMAP support will not work. The set up mimics that of any desktop email client, so most users can copy and paste their settings directly into Gmail.

Instructions

1. Log into your Gmail account with your username and password. Click the "Settings" link, then the "Accounts and Import" tab.

2. Click the "Add POP3 email account" button. Enter the account's email address, then click "Next."

3. Enter the account's username, password, and the POP mail server. This will be the mail server listed under the Incoming section of your desktop email client.

4. Change the port number and any options if necessary. Most addresses will work fine with the default settings. Click the "Add Account" button to begin receiving email in your Gmail inbox from your POP account.

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Instructions For Activating A Verizon Wireless Cell Phone

There are two ways to activate a Verizon Wireless cell phone: You can either do this from your computer via an Internet connection with a "My Verizon" site account or you can activate directly through the phone you are activating by dialing *228. You will need to activate a Verizon cell phone if you purchased a new or used phone from an outside vendor or over the Internet. If you purchase the phone in a local Verizon store, the sales representative will do this for you.

Using My Verizon

Go to Verizonwireless.com and scroll onto "My Verizon" to pull up a sidebar for personal, prepaid or business accounts. Another sidebar will branch off of the type of account and you will need to either sign in or register to an account. To register, you will need your billing telephone number and the temporary PIN given to you by Verizon. If you do not have a PIN, you can click to receive one by following the site instructions. Once registered, sign into "My Services" located on the top navigation bar. From there click on "My Phone" located to the left. Next you will see "Activate Phone" on the right. You then need to click on "Activate New Phone" or "Activate Equipment."

Activation Using Cell Phone

Dial *228 using the phone you want to activate or you can call customer service, using another phone, at 1-800-922-0204. If you dial *228 an automated voice will respond that your phone is activated.

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Unlock Your Samsung

Samsung cell phones, when purchased from cell phone service providers, come with network restrictions on them. After you unlock the phone, you will have the freedom to choose any telecom service provider. You will also get to increase the resale value of your phone. Additionally, if you have ever wanted to use a dual SIM Samsung cell phone, unlocking the phone will help you achieve that.

Instructions

1. Go to a website that provides Samsung unlock codes, for instance Unlocking, Unlock Samsung Online or the Phone Unlockers. These websites facilitate remote unlocking of many Samsung cell phone models.

2. On the website, select your model--for example, Samsung Omnia, Samsung U600 or Samsung BlackJack. You can also select your phone model by searching it using the search box on the website.

3. Provide the phone's IMEI number. To find the IMEI number of your Samsung, type "*#06#."

4. Specify the network to which you are currently connected.

5. Enter your email address along with the credit card details to purchase the code.

6. Wait for the website to email you the code.

7. Enter the unlock code into the phone. First, you have to turn on your phone using an unaccepted SIM card. Then, enter the code when prompted for it. The unlocking method may be slightly different depending on the network and phone model. Nonetheless, you will get the unlocking instructions from the website from which you purchased the code.

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Export The Contacts From The Nokia 6120 To An Excel File

Getting information off of a Nokia cell phone is simple, with the utilities Nokia provides.

Nokia's 6120 phone (and several more recent models) can store more information in the phone's memory than it can write reliably to the SIM card. Getting your contacts off of the phone is the purview of a specialized piece of software called Nokia PC Suite, a free download from Nokia. This software can also export the contacts into several formats, some of which you can open within Excel. Once in Excel, it's fairly easy to sort them and trim away unwanted contacts or contacts that are no longer valid.

Instructions

Getting Contacts Off the Phone

1. Download Nokia's PC Suite from the company's website (see Resources). Be sure to enter the model number (6120) into the search function to get the version that supports your model of phone.

2. Click on the "Install" button.

3. Plug in your Nokia phone to the computer with the mini USB charging cable.

4. Launch Nokia PC Suite and click on the "Synchronize" button. This will download all of your phone's contacts to the PC program.

5. Click on the "File" menu item within Nokia PC Suite and select "Export." Choose "CSV" as the exported file format; this exports the contacts as comma-separated values. Save the file someplace where you can find it easily.

Converting Contacts to Excel

6. Open Excel.

7. Click on the "Office" button (Excel 2007) or the "File" menu item (Office 2003 and earlier) and select "Open."

8. Select the file you saved from Nokia PC Suite. Excel will open it, with each contact on its own row and each piece of information about the contact in its own column.

9. Click on the "Office" button (Excel 2007) or the "File" menu item (Excel 2003 and earlier) and select "Save As." Choose "Native Excel" as the file format, and your contacts will be in an Excel spreadsheet.

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Nokia E90 Tricks

The E90 features a call log, which records the length of your conversations.

Your Nokia E90 is more than just a phone that places calls and sends text messages. It includes all kinds of helpful functions and features to help you through your day, such as a message reader, unit/measurement converter and a barcode scanner. Knowing your phone's extra features will allow your phone to operate more effectively and efficiently.

Converter

Your phone features a built-in converter that performs conversions between units and currencies. This is helpful if you're at the grocery store and need to align the unit of a food product with a recipe, or if you're in another country and need to figure the amount of money to tip your cab driver. You can access the converter by pushing the "Menu" button, selecting "Office" and then "Converter." You'll be prompted to select which unit or currency you would like to convert. To convert measurements, use the four-way navigation button to scroll to "Type," "Options" and "Conversion Type." A list of measures will appear. Choose the one you like, specify the unit and enter the value for the field you wish to convert in the "Amount" field. The converted amount will appear in the blank "Amount" field.

Message Reader

Make reading your text messages easier by activating the built-in message reader, which reads text messages back to you at the press of a button. Activate the feature by holding down the left navigation key when you receive a text message. To begin the automatic reading of your text message (or email) push the soft key beneath "Options" and then "Listen." You will hear the message being read aloud. To skip to the next message, push the navigation button down. To go to the beginning of the message push the navigation key up. Scroll left or right to turn the volume of the voice down or up, respectively. Stop the reading by pushing the "End" key. If you'd like to adjust the voice properties, push "Menu," "Tools" and then "Speech."

Barcode Reader

Among your phone's handy features is a rare function in the cell phone world called the "Barcode Reader." This function actually scans and decodes two-dimensional barcodes, such as those found in magazines. The codes feature information such as email addresses and phone numbers. You can begin scanning barcodes by accessing your phone's camera. While in camera mode, select "Scan Code." You will see red lines on your display. Place the barcode within the red lines and you will see the information decoded on the display. Save the information by pushing "Options" and then "Save."

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Hang An Outdoor Wreath On Windows

How Do I Hang an Outdoor Wreath on Windows?

Wreaths are a festive way to add holiday decorations to the outside of your house. These decorations showcase your holiday spirit and make guests and visitors feel welcome before they even enter your home. If you want to display Christmas wreaths on the outside of a window, inexpensive adhesive plastic hooks can make your job easy. Does this Spark an idea?

Adhesive Hooks

Adhesive hooks are small, inexpensive plastic hooks you can buy from most retailers and hardware stores. They have an adhesive back that can be stuck to nearly any surface. Good-quality sticky hooks can hold up to several pounds of weight.

To get started, remove the protective backing from the adhesive hook and stick the hook to the window. Using your thumbs, press the hook firmly against the glass and hold for 10 seconds. This will ensure that the hook is firmly attached to the window.

Test

Once the hook is attached to the window, test the hook's strength by lightly tugging it from side to side to see if it wiggles. If the hook stays firmly in place on the glass, it is safe to hang a wreath from. If the hook wiggles, try pressing your thumbs against it for another 10 seconds. If the hook will not stick firmly, you are using a low-quality adhesive hook and need to buy a better brand.

Hang

Hang the wreath on the hook. If you are worried that the weight of the wreath is too much for the hook, adhere two sticky hooks side-by-side and hang the wreath from both. The sticky hook will be hidden by the top of the wreath, so you will not be able to see how the wreath is attached to the window. When the Christmas season is over, simply remove the wreath and pull the hooks off the glass. If any adhesive residue remains, simply wipe it down with glass cleaner.

Other options

If you don't want to use adhesive hooks on your windows, suction cup hooks are another option for small, lightweight wreaths. However, these do not tend to be as durable as adhesive hooks and may not be able to support a heavy wreath.

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Get Unlimited Cell Phone Minutes Using Google Voice

Set Up Your Cell Phone

Cell phone plans can be expensive, and everyone wants to find cheap cell phone service. It can be especially impossible to find a cheap cell phone if you need a lot of minutes, or even unlimited minutes. However, instead of paying exorbitant costs for an unlimited cell, you can purchase one of several cheap cell phone plans and use Google Voice to get unlimited cell phone minutes

Instructions

1. Get a My Faves Plan on your cell phone. My Faves Plans are available from T-Mobile, Alltel, and several other cell phone carriers. My Faves plans allow unlimited calls from up to five specific numbers. My Faves plans are available as part of other cheap cell phone plans from these carriers, so you should buy the cheapest plan you can that allows you to have a My Faves Account.

2. Sign up for Google Voice. While the service is in Beta, you have to request an invitation. The invitation will usually come pretty quickly, typically within ten days or so. When you sign up, you are assigned a phone number to call in order to make outgoing calls to others through the service. You are also given a phone number where people can call you. You can set the area code to this phone number as anything you want.

3. Set your Google Voice numbers as numbers on your My Fave Plan. If you do this, you will be able to make unlimited phone calls to your google voice number, and you will be able to receive unlimited phone calls from your google voice number.

4. Set up your google voice account to route calls to your cell phone, and then ask people to call you on that number instead of your cell phone. When someone calls your google voice number, that call will be automatically routed to your cell phone with the cheap cell phone service. It will show up as a MyFaves number, and you will be able to receive unlimited calls.

5. Use Google Voice to make outgoing calls from your cell phone. Your cell phone will be able to call the Google Voice number for an unlimited number of minutes, even with our cheap cell phone service, since you have the Google Voice number set as one of your MyFaves.

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Tricks With The Nokia E63

The Nokia E63 is a bar-style mobile phone with a full keyboard. The E63 was released in 2009 for users on GSM networks. Since the E63 uses GSM technology, it needs a SIM card to function properly. The Nokia E63 has a 2.0 megapixel digital camera, 3G and Wi-Fi Internet connectivity and a memory card slot that holds up to 16 gigabytes.

Security

The E63 has two methods to lock the phone so that unauthorized users cannot do anything with it. The first is to set a lock code. Go to "Menu," select "Tools" and pick "Settings." Go to "General" and pick "Security." Select "Phone and SIM Card" and go to "Lock Code." Enter the default code, which is "12345," then enter a new one between four and 255 characters. You also can go to "Allow Remote Lock" from the "Phone and SIM Card" screen and type a special message that you can text to the phone to lock it.

Button Shortcuts

Hold down "0" to access the Internet or "1" to check your voice mail. While visiting a website, press "*" to zoom in or "#" to zoom out. Press "2" to search and "0" to scroll through your favorites. The "2" through "9" buttons will dial the people set up for speed dialing. When you hold down the corresponding button, you will call the person that is listed at that number on the speed dial.

Calendar

From the main menu, go to "Tools" and choose "Calendar." Go to "Options" and select "New Entry" to set up an appointment or date. Enter what the appointment is first. Choose start and end times or set the event to last the entire day. Choose "Anniversary" to commemorate an important annual event, selecting the date but not the times. After creating an event, you also can set an alarm to sound prior to the appointment's start time.

Conference Calling

Start a conference call by dialing one of the parties you want to include. While on the call, choose "Options" and go to "New Call." Dial the second party and go back to "Options" to select "Merge" and join the calls. Repeat these steps for all parties you want in on the call. You can eliminate any of the parties from the conference call if you initiated the call. Go to "Options," pick "Conference" and go to "Drop Participant" at any time. Select any of the phone numbers on the call to get rid of them.

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Improve The Audio On A Flip Video

Improve the Audio on a Flip Video

The Flip video camera is a small, portable device roughly the size of an iPod or other MP3 player. The device can easily record audio and video, then once you are done a USB port flips out of the side and is connected to a computer to upload the video. There small microphone built into the Flip camera is not of extremely high quality, and a variety of problems from distortion to extraneous noise and weak signal are possible. A few good audio-conscious habits can help you maximize the sound quality of your Flip videos.

Instructions

1. Stay out of the wind when recording in the Flip, if possible. The Flip does not have any sound buffers so when the wind blows across the microphone your video picks up a rustling noise.

2. Avoid jerkey movements with the camera. This, like the wind, can add rustling to the audio.

3. Keep your hands and fingers off of the microphone. Due to its placement by the lens it is easy to cover it with your fingers.

4. Hold the camera tight. Because the microphone is so close to where you hand is any movement with your hand can be recorded by the microphone and show up in the video.

5. Record with the individual facing you. It is going to be hard to hear when the individual is not facing you and the camera won't pick up the audio. The microphone is not extremely sensitive so move in as closely as possible.

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Use A Tracfone Sim In An Unlocked Cell

You can use a Tracfone SIM in any unlocked GSM cell phone.

TracFone is a company that sells pre-paid services. They "piggyback" off carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile because they use a GSM network. To do this, the phones TracFone sells require a SIM card just like the phones sold by AT&T and T-Mobile. Because TracFone sells pre-paid services, the phones they sell with the service are usually generic or feature-poor phones. You can easily use your Tracfone SIM with any unlocked cell phone.

Instructions

1. Remove the back cover and the battery from your TracFone. Locate the white SIM card under the battery and remove it from the device. The SIM card directly connects to your mobile number and is the key component that allows you to access the TracFone network.

2. Remove the back cover and battery from your unlocked cell phone and locate the SIM holder under the battery. The SIM holder resembles the shape of a SIM card.

3. Insert the SIM card into the SIM holder on your cell phone. One corner of the SIM card is cut off. The SIM holder also has one corner with the same type of cut. This helps you orientate your SIM card in the phone. Insert the SIM with the white side facing up and the gold side facing down.

4. Place the battery and back cover on your cell phone and power it on. When it registers, your unlocked phone is on the TracFone network.

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Send A Song To A Cell Phone

Send a Song to a Cell Phone

Current cell phones can play clips of favorite songs as personalized ring tones. You can select your favorite songs on your computer and convert them to an MP3 or WAV file to send to your mobile phone. These audio files are usually compressed to store on a mobile phone. If your phone has Web access, simply convert the files on-line and send a download URL as the text message. Free services such as Beam-It-Up-Scotty.com convert and upload files in a few steps.

Instructions

1. Launch your browser application and type "beam-it-up-scotty.com" in the address bar

2. Click "Choose File" button and select the desired audio clip.

3. Click "Upload File" button.

4. Select "Compress (MP3, 32kb/s)" and click "Get Download Link".

5. Write down the URL that is displayed in the dialog box.

6. Launch your email application and compose a new message to your cell phone.

For example, the text message email address for mobile number (999) 555-1234 is 9995551234@messagin.sprintpcs.com.

7. Type the URL generated from Beam-It-Up-Scotty.com (in step 5) and click the "Send" button.

8. Turn on your cell phone and click the link in the text message to download the song.

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Route Voicemail To Google

Google Voice offers voicemail access to subscribers.

Your Google voice number allows you to forward your voicemail service to your Google voicemail for free. Forwarding your voicemail to your Google account allows you to disable your mobile carrier voicemail if desired. Google voicemail is a free feature of the Google voice telephone service. You can access the voicemail feature directly from your Google Voice account online and deactivate the feature at any time.

Instructions

1. Navigate to the Google website and click "Login." Log in to your Google account using the username and password associated with your Google Voice phone number.

2. Click "Options" and "Voice settings" from your account landing page to change your voicemail settings. "Options" is the gear icon located to the top right-hand side of your Google account page.

3. Click the "Phones" tab and click "Add Google voicemail to this phone" next to the phone number you would like to use in Google voicemail.

4. Log out of your Google account. Your voicemail settings will be changed.

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Slider Phone Problems

Slider phones are mobile phones that have a hidden keyboard that slides out when the user wishes to type a number or message. While slider phones are compact and innovative, their gadgety features can become troublesome when they malfunction.

Unhinged

One of the problems faced by slider phone users is that the mechanism that connects the main base of the phone to the slide-out keyboard can become unhinged. An unhinged mechanism results in the slide-out keyboard's detaching completely or becoming very loose. The more the slide-out keyboard is used the more wear and tear it gets, which causes the unhinging.

Opening and Closing

If the joining mechanism of the slider phone becomes jammed, you will not be able to open or shut the slide-out keyboard. Phones that jam with the slider retracted cannot be used to dial phone numbers or send text messages. If a phone jams with the slider piece out, you will not be able to close the phone back into its compact shape.

Automatic Shut-Off

According to a November 2007 review of a slider phone in Softpedia, some slider phones have a defect that automatically shuts down the power temporarily when the slider feature is slid out or up. Users describe the issue as a screen that goes black or blank. At times a hard boot will be required to restart the phone.

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Removing Pictures From An Lg Cell Phone

Removing Pictures From an LG Cell Phone

Navigate to the Media Center

LG makes many cell phone models, but the basic menu is the same on most LG phones, so removing pictures is easy. To delete photos, press the "Menu" button to display the main menu with options including "Media center," "Pictures" and "Video." Using the navigational arrows, scroll to the media center.

Select Photos to Be Deleted

Highlight the "Pictures" icon. On most LG phones, the "Pictures" icon features a small image of a digital camera and strip of film. Choose this option to open the sub-menu by pressing "OK" on the main menu button. Scroll down to "My Albums" and open this folder. Depending on the location of the photos you wish to remove, in the "My Albums" folder select either "In Phone" or "Online Albums" for web-enabled cell phones. Choosing either option will display thumbnails of your photos. Use the left, right, up and down buttons to scroll through your photos and find the images to be erased. As you scroll through the pictures, a red frame will appear around each picture as it is highlighted. To select a single picture and erase it, press the upper-right selection button and a photo activity menu will appear. To select and erase multiple photos at once, use the "Menu OK" button to place a check mark next to each photo that will be deleted.

Remove Photos

When you are finished selecting photos to be erased, press the upper-right function button to display the "Picture" menu. Scroll down to "Delete" and then choose either "Delete Select" to remove individual images or "Delete All" to remove multiple photos at once. The same process is followed when deleting video clips from phones equipped with a digital video camera. Video clips are also stored in the "My Albums" folder and can be identified by a small icon of a video camera in the corner of each thumbnail.

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Activate Free Gprs

GPRS, or General Packet Radio Service, is designed specifically for GSM phones. Most GSM network providers such as A&T and T-Mobile offer GPRS services for their customers. In fact, the service has now been upgraded to EDGE, a slightly faster version of GPRS. Before you can access the Internet on your phone, your carrier must activate the service. The activation is totally free, though you will be charged according to your data plan when you start using it on your phone browser.

Instructions

1. Call the customer service department of your cell phone service provider.

2. Tell the representative you want to activate GPRS on your handset. Tell them your username or cell phone number and your phone model. The rep will then activate GPRS on your account and send you the GPRS settings for your phone via SMS (text message). Or you'll be guided in configuring the settings manually.

3. Open the SMS you receive on your phone. The settings will then update. If you have been asked to input the settings manually, go to "Menu" > "Internet Settings" > "Internet Profiles" (or similar options on a different phone). Then, select "Data Account" and enter the carrier information provided by the representative.

Once you enter these settings, GPRS will be activated for free.

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Unlock A Nokia 2760b Phone On Cellular One

The SIM card is located on the back of your Nokia phone.

The Nokia 2760B is a dual-band Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) phone that only works on American networks like Cellular One. To unlock your phone, you need to obtain an unlock code from Cellular One. But before doing so, obtain an International Mobile Equipment Identification (IMEI) number on your cell phone and ensure you have a Subscriber Identification Memory (SIM) card if you do not have one already. This SIM card lets your phone access the network; Cellular One will provide you one.

Instructions

1. Remove the battery cover, and take out the battery.

2. Locate the SIM card, which is similar to a computer microchip. Remove the SIM card with your fingernail.

3. Look at the sticker at the back of your battery; it contains the IMEI code. Write it down, and keep it nearby for reference.

4. Contact Cellular One at 800-549-4000 on your landline phone.

5. Ask the representative for an unlock code. Provide your phone's IMEI number. Write down the unlock code.

6. Place the SIM card in your phone.

7. Put the battery back, and place the protective cover back on.

8. Turn on your cell phone.

9. Type "#PW++1#" (without quotes) where is the unlock code.

10. Press the "Send" key to activate to the Cellular One network.

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Nokia 5300 Information

The Nokia 5300 is a small multimedia-friendly cellular phone. It was released in 2006 for use with T-Mobile networks in North America and is compatible with other GSM networks worldwide.

Form Factor

The design of the Nokia 5300 is rather square and uninspiring, and at 3.6 x 1.9 x 0.8 inches, it's a bit boxy as cellular phones go. But the 5300 weighs 3.6 oz., making it easy to carry in a pocket or purse.

Colors

The Nokia 5300 is available in black and lilac. A carrier unlocked version is also available in red for an additional fee.

Features

The 5300 offers full multimedia support. The built-in music player offers playback of all AAC, MP3 and WMA files. The phone also features a 1.3 megapixel camera/camcorder. Other notable features include a vivid 2-inch display and rubberized control surfaces.

Connectivity

The Nokia 5300 offers USB synching for fast data transfers when connected to a computer. It also has full Bluetooth 2.0 capability for wireless data transfers or for use with Bluetooth devices such as headphones. Standard headphones connect via 2 1/2 mm headphone jack.

Memory

The phone comes standard with 5MB of internal memory. But using the MicroSD card slot memory can be expanded to 2GB.

Battery Life

Nokia specifies up to 3.2 hours of talk time and 19 days of standby time on a single charge. In testing, CNET labs recorded slightly more than nine hours of battery time when using the phone in MP3 player mode.

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Retrieve A Voicemail Message From Comcast

You can retrieve your voicemail messages with Comcast at home or away from home.

The convenience of having voicemail set up with your Comcast home phone allows you to discreetly hear your messages versus playing them back on an answering machine for everyone to hear. If you are away from home or unable to answer the phone while at home, then the caller can leave you a message that records in your voicemail account. You can access your voicemail account from your telephone at home or away from home.

Instructions

Check Voicemail Messages at Home

1. Dial *99 on your home phone when you hear the dial tone.

2. Enter the passcode that you chose when setting up your voicemail account.

3. Listen to your voicemail messages. Save or delete messages when prompted.

Check Voicemail Messages Away from Home

4. Dial your home phone number from another phone, such as your cell phone or work phone.

5. Dial # and the passcode when you hear your voicemail greeting begin playback.

6. Listen to your messages. Save or delete the messages accordingly.

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Use My Ps3 Headset

Headset.

The Playstation 3 offers something that none of the other current generation systems offer, and that's the opportunity to use Bluetooth. You can connect your PS3 headset with Bluetooth or with a USB plug.

Instructions

USB Headset

1. Plug your USB headset into any open USB slot on your PS3.

2. Turn on the system and navigate to the PS3 dashboard.

3. In the dashboard, you want to select the option "settings," then "accessory settings," and finally, "audio device settings."

4. Select the device that you have connected, and adjust the volume. Your USB headset is now configured.

Bluetooth Headset

5. Turn on the PS3, and your Bluetooth headset.

6. Navigate the menu system until you find "settings," then "accessory settings," and finally "register Bluetooth device."

7. Find your device and select "start scanning." Select the type of headset you have once your PS3 finds it. There will usually be only one option, but the PS3 wants to ensure that it has found the correct device.

8. Enter your four-digit pass key. If you don't have a pass key, the default is generally four zeroes. If this doesn't work, consult the manual to ensure that it wasn't given a pass key before being shipped to you.

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Format A Memory Card In A Cell Phone

Older cell phones use larger-sized cards, though new phones use MicroSD, which have more space while being much smaller in physical size.

Almost all smart phones--and most cell phones at large--allow for users to expand the device's on-board memory via a memory card (usually a MicroSD card). Formatting a memory card for your cell phone is a simple process, though it can take a couple of minutes to do, depending on the size of the card.

Instructions

1. Insert your memory card into your cell phone. Most cell phones have the card reader under the phone battery, though some models also have a side port.

2. Power your phone on and let it read your memory card.

3. Enter your phone's settings menu and select the "Memory" or "Storage" sub-menu.

4. Scroll through the options until you find "Format Memory Card." Select it. If prompted, confirm that you want to format the memory card. This will start the formatting of the memory card, which can take several minutes depending on the size.

5. Reset your phone to complete the format.

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Send A Picture With Tmobile

Send a picture with T-Mobile via picture text message.

T-Mobile is one of the most popular cell phone service providers, and it offers the same basic features that most cell phone providers do, including cell phone calling plans and text messaging plans. Text messaging plans allow you to send text messages as well as picture and video text messages to other cell phones. If you want to send a picture with T-Mobile, you need to know send a picture text message.

Instructions

1. Go to the messaging menu of your T-Mobile cell phone. Click "Menu." Click "Messaging."

2. Select the option to compose a "New Message." Click "Picture Message."

3. Input the recipients of the picture text message. Click "Add" to select recipients from your contact list.

4. Input your message in the "Text" box (if you want to add a text message).

5. Scroll to the "Picture" box. Click "My Pics." Scroll to the picture you want to attach to your picture text message. Click "OK" to add it to your message. Click "Send" to send your picture text message.

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Use Nokia N810 With A Memory Card

The Nokia N810 is an Internet tablet for users looking for a mobile device with a larger display than those available on smartphones. The 4.13-inch wide screen display on the Nokia N810 makes it ideal for surfing the Internet or for watching videos. The N810 has 2GB of internal memory for storing music and video files. Additionally, memory cards up to 8GB can be inserted in the device's memory card slot for extra storage capacity.

Instructions

1. Insert a miniSD card or microSD card with adapter into the device's memory card slot. The memory card slot is located on the front right corner of the device under the desk stand. The memory card will lock into place with an audible click when inserted properly.

2. Tap the application menu icon on the device's home screen, then select "Utilities" and "File Manager" to see the file folder for the memory card. Both internal and external memory cards will be shown in the folder list.

3. Rename the memory card by pressing the "Menu" key on the keyboard while inside the File Manager window. Select "File" and "Rename" from the menu. Enter a name for the memory card using the slide-out keyboard of the device. Click "OK" to allow changes to take effect.

4. Format the memory card by pressing the "Menu" key while in the File Manager window. Select "Tools" and "Format memory card." Click "OK" when prompted to format the card.

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Transfer Ringtones From A Pc To A Phone

Transfer Ringtones From a PC to a Phone

Many cell phone providers allow users to download ringtones straight to their phones. What if the ringtone you want on your phone is on your PC and this is not a service offered by your cell phone provider? There is a website available that allows users to send ringtones from their computers directly to any telephone number. All you need is the ringtone on your computer and Internet access.

Instructions

1. Log onto the official Myxer website, found in the Resources section.

2. Click "Make Your Own," found on the right side of the home page.

3. Select the "Browse" tab found to the right of the empty text box underneath the "Choose a song or image from your computer" heading.

4. Open the folder that contains the ringtone you wish to transfer to your phone.

5. Click on the ringtone file. Make sure that the file name now appears in the text box next to "File name," and then click "Open."

6. Enter your phone number in the text box underneath the "Enter your phone number" heading.

7. Click the green "Send to Phone" box, and the ringtone will be transferred to your cell phone in the form of a text message.

8. Open the message on your phone and save the file. How you save the file as a ringtone will be determined by the type of phone you own. Follow these simple steps and you can transfer any ringtone from a PC to a phone.

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What Happens If I Wrongly Enter My Blackberry Lock Code 10 Times

Protecting your BlackBerry with a password protects your information.

Protecting your BlackBerry smartphone with a password ensures that nobody but you and those who know your password can access your information. Research in Motion has designed safeguards into this system to prevent interlopers from attempting to access your personal data. This safeguard is a limit of 10 attempts at entering the password.

Password Strength

BlackBerrys have certain restrictions when it comes to available password selections. These devices won't let you set a password if it is too simple. This means you can't use a password that is made up of the same letter or number repeated such as "00000." You also can't use simple sequences like "ABCDEF" or "123456." By requiring a more complex password, you are protected against people trying to randomly guess your password by entering common and simple sequences.

Password Activation

By going into the "Security Options" section of the "Options" menu, you can set a password. You can also set a security timeout. This means that your phone will automatically lock itself and activate the password after the amount of time that you set in the menu. You can also manually put your phone into password-protection mode by clicking on the "Lock" icon on the Home screen. After your phone is locked either by timeout or manual activation, your 10 attempts begin, so make sure you know the password.

10 Attempts

You have 10 attempts to type in your password. If the password is entered incorrectly, a counter appears next to the password input field that shows you how many attempts you have used out of the 10 available. If all 10 attempts are used, your phone's security measures take over and all the information on the phone is deleted. This includes contacts, messages and application data as well as photos and videos. The phone assumes that a person who has incorrectly guessed your password 10 times should not have access to your data, so it deletes it to keep it safe.

Preventing Erasure

Protect your phone to prevent this security measure from affecting your information. Write down your password and keep it somewhere safe so that you can refer to it if you forget your password. This will prevent you from trying to guess at your own password and accidentally deleting your own data. You can also back up the information on your phone by using the BlackBerry Desktop Software (see Resources). This way, even if somebody tries to access your phone and causes everything to be erased, you will have a cop that you can restore to your phone.

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Activate The Internet On A Nokia 7210 Supernova Phone

The Nokia 7210 Supernova phone allows you to talk, take pictures and browse the web. The calls you make are covered under your mobile talk plan. Browsing the Internet requires data usage that may not be included in your plan. Therefore, before using your Supernova to access the Internet, contact your mobile service provider to ensure that a data plan is enabled on your account. This is especially true if you intend to access the Internet frequently on your device.

Instructions

1. Press the "Menu" navigation key from the main screen. You will then see a list of all the various menu applications.

2. Select the "Web" application. Choose the "Home" option.

3. Enter the URL (web address) for the website you would like to visit. To do this, press the "Menu" key. Select "Web" and "Go To Address." You will then be able to type in the website address. Select "OK."

4. Bookmark your favorite sites by selecting "Menu," "Web" and "Bookmark" while the website is open on your device. Quickly access the last website address you visited by selecting "Menu," "Web" and "Go To Address."

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