Comment by Simon B on Does Windows internet connection sharing support DHCP...
Will try fixed IP addresses if all else fails, but it looks like I'll be relying on luck to avoid DHCP-assigned addresses.
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That circuit looks quite reasonable to me. The two caps are there to block any constant DC voltage that might be present on the headphone output. The 330 ohm resistors mix the two channels to give mono...
View ArticleComment by Simon B on It appears that there were attempted hacking attempts...
If your computer is connected to the internet, you don't need to worry about whether or not somebody is trying to hack into it - because you can pretty much guarantee that somebody will be trying to...
View ArticleComment by Simon B on Is there a name for this kind of power cable?
Be aware that this type of cable is probably only rated for 120V, not 230V. That's why cables sold in Europe and other 220 to 240V regions use round insulated and sheathed cable.
View ArticleComment by Simon B on What do cookie warnings mean by "Legitimate Interest"?
@BernhardDöbler Try sussexlive.co.uk and see if you can work out what "Legitimate Interest" is supposed to mean.
View ArticleAnswer by Simon B for Extending PC Peripherals in a Separate Tech Booth at a...
For that distance, direct connection of USB cables might work - it's on the borderline of USB 2.0, and (strangely) beyond the specification of USB 1.1.A powered USB hub and a good quality USB cable...
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