Archive for December, 2008

How can I connect a HP deskjet printer that only has a USB cable to my home ethernet network?

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008

Is there a USB to ethernet adapater? Right now, if I want to print from my computer upstairs, the computer donwstairs which is connected to the printer has to be turned on. Generally speaking no, you can't connect a device that isn't network aware (i.e. one that doesn't have an ethernet port) ...

Usb parallel port adapters with Vista?

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008

I've been looking to get a parallel port to usb adapter and most of the ones I've seen says they're compatible with all the windows up to windows XP. Would they still be compatible with windows Vista. I asked one of the people in one the shops but they did ...

iPhone 3G USB Power Adapter Recall

Monday, December 22nd, 2008

Yes, it's true. The power adapters that come with the iPhone 3G are being recalled. Apple claims that they have received many complaints that when the adapter is plugged in, and then pulled out, the prongs get stuck in the outlet and it is dangerous because someone might get an ...

Can I build a linux router with a USB Ethernet adapter?

Friday, December 19th, 2008

I'm trying to build a linux router, and a friend is going to give me a computer that has an onboard ethernet, but no pci slots. Can I still make it into a router by using a USB Nic for the 2nd LAN port? I guess my question is, are ...

Given the correct adapters, is it possible to use a Verizon USB Aircard with an iPod Touch?

Wednesday, December 17th, 2008

I have a Verizon USB Aircard, which lets me access Verizon's BroadbandAccess network. If I can somehow get a female USB-iPod adapter, can I use the Aircard with an iPod Touch? i can't positively say its impossible, but i can say it is highly unlikely. the usb connection on the ipod ...