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Is your iPod not cooperating? Well, it's time to go looking for some help. Fortunately you can find all sorts of iPod troubleshooting guides on the internet. Another good thing is that most of the problems you're having can probably be solved quite easily.

Is your iPod giving you trouble because your computer refuses to recognize it? This is a common problem. If this is how you want to download music and movies to your iPod, you've got a serious functionality problem.

It's definitely time for iPod troubleshooting if something like this happens to you. Maybe your iPod is just on "hold" and you didn't notice or realize it.

To fix it, try moving the button back so that you don't see any orange color showing. A lot of people set their iPod on "hold" without realizing it.

An uncharged battery could be another problem. But this won't be a problem for everyone because your iPod should get a charge whenever it's plugged into your computer.

If you still have problems, see if letting your iPod charge up most of the way does anything for you.

Another thing you can do is check to ensure everything is hooked up the way it should be. When you bought your iPod, it should have accessories that you'll need to transfer files to it.

The problem could simply be a faulty connection or hookup. If you've flipped through the manual and still can't resolve the problems you're having, it's time to try something else.

If you have another computer, try hooking up your iPod to that one instead. Maybe your computer doesn't have the right software, or maybe it's not up to date.

You could try downloading the latest version of iTunes or some other software you use. Or, try testing things out on another computer. Make sure you're using the latest software.

If you spend a little time troubleshooting, your computer should eventually recognize your iPod. If you still have problems, it may be time to visit a relevant website that has the tips you need to resolve these issues. You should be able to find the solution that will get your iPod up and running the way it should.

If you're having iPod troubles, it's no fun at all. It's really frustrating when your computer won't even acknowledge your iPod.

If this is happening to you, you'll definitely need to spend time doing iPod troubleshooting to take care of things.

Visit our website to discover more iPod Troubleshooting, iPod Instructions, iPod Help and so much more. Find out what your iPod can really do.

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As broadband Internet becomes more mainstream, one of the most common questions we get is: which is better, cable or dsl?

The answer to that question is not so definite. Many factors come into play when deciding which high-speed connection to choose. Regardless of which you choose (DSL, Cable, or even Satellite) its going to be a ton better (and faster) than that ancient dialup modem youve been using. Not to mention, your Internet experience will be much more enjoyable.

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

Just like your existing dialup modem, DSL uses your existing copper wire phone line to deliver data at high speed. To qualify for DSL, you need the following:

- a phone line

- a DSL modem (which normally comes with the service)

- an Ethernet card or an available USB port ( most DSL modems allow both connections, but Ethernet is recommended).

- a phone company (ISP) that is offering DSL service (e.g., Verizon)

One important factor that will influence your DSL connection is the distance between your home or office and the phone companys central office. The farther away you are from the central office, the signal becomes weaker, thus a slower connection. With that said, DSL is not as available widespread compared to cable. Youll need to contact your local phone provider to check availability.

Speed wise, depending on the package you choose, DSL can range from 128 kbps to 3 Mbps. Generally, the faster your connection the more expensive your service will be. You can expect to pay around $25-$30 a month for a 768 kbps connection, which is roughly 13 times faster than a 56k dialup modem.

::Pros::
- Relatively cheaper than cable
- Dedicated line, so speeds are almost guaranteed
- You can talk on the phone at the same time while surfing the net

::Cons::
- Slower speeds compared to cable
- Speeds drop the farther away your home/office is from the central office
- Not available in all areas

Cable Internet

Cable Internet gets our recommendation. Cable, which you can probably already tell, uses the coaxial cable that your television uses. To qualify for cable internet, you need the following:

- a cable modem ( which normally comes with the service)

- an Ethernet card or an available USB port (most cable modems allow both connections, but Ethernet is recommended)

- a cable company offering cable Internet (e.g., Adelphia)

Unlike DSL, cable Internet does not depend on the distance between your home or office and the central office. However, unlike DSL, cable connections are typically shared among your neighbors. Although, most cable companies provide pipelines with huge bandwidth that this rarely becomes an issue.

Speed wise, cable Internet typically ranges from 3 Mbps to 10 Mbps, up to 3-4 times faster than DSL. However, expect to pay more for the service - $40-$50 per month.

::Pros::
- Faster speeds than DSL
- More widespread than DSL
- Distance does not affect speed

::Cons::
- More expensive than DSL
- Line is shared with other users

With all that said, you need to think about what type of user you are. If you are a heavy Internet user and downloader, you would highly benefit from a broadband connection. For the light users who use the Internet just to check emails, are probably better off with a dialup. However, if you are willing to splurge some cash on a broadband connection, then by all means, upgrade!

Mark Pascua is the webmaster of PersonalConfuser.net, a computer how-to and tips website.

// posted by george-gomez73763 @ 2:32 PM 0 comments