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Time Capsule Alternatives, Windows 7 and Using Droid in Europe

Questions about iMacs and the Apple Time Capsule, Windows 7.

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Droid Memory, Palm to iPod Touch, and iMacs for Older Users

Walt Mossberg answers readers’ questions on the Droid’s memory, moving from a Palm to the iPod Touch and an iMac for older computer users.

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Transferring a Windows Media Music File to iTunes

Here are a few questions I’ve received recently from people like you, and my answers. I have edited and restated the questions a bit, for readability.

Is there a way to transfer a Windows Media music file to iTunes?
If the Windows Media file is copy-protected, typically because you bought it from an online store [...]

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Reporting Digital Map Errors

Walt Mossberg answers questions about reporting errors on digital maps, “virtual private networks” on Amtrak trains and saving Internet Explorer favorites.

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Fixing a Frozen MacBook Air

Walt answers questions about what to do if a MacBook Air freezes, whether to replace a Verizon smartphone now, and more.

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Choosing Sides in the DVD War

Walt Mossberg answers questions about Blu-Ray versus HD DVD formats, Internet access on the MacBook Air, and the Tablet PC version of Windows.

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Putting a Computer in Hibernation

Walt answers questions about standby mode, the MacBook Pro’s WiFi detection and laptops with LED displays solid state drives.

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Questions About Apple’s iPhone

This week, Walt was swamped with questions about Apple’s hot new iPhone, from replacing the battery to deleting emails.

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External Modems for a MacBook

Walt answers questions about external modems for a MacBook, resizing photos for email, and using the forthcoming iPhone in Europe.

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IPod Alternatives

This week Walt Mossberg answers questions about alternatives to the iPod and converting an internal DVD burner into an external drive.

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Cingular’s New Data Network

Walt Mossberg answers questions about Cingular data networks, the quality of Compaq laptops and options for connecting an iPod to home speakers.

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Waiting for OS X Leopard

Walt answers questions about waiting for the new Mac OS, using an iPod with an old version of Windows and getting broadband in rural areas.

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Recording Add-Ons for Newer iPods

This week Walt Mossberg answers questions about finding recording accessories for newer iPods, saving files to “write protected” floppy disks and choosing the right cellphone service for your business.

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Using Cellphones as Modems

This week Walt Mossberg answers questions about using cellphones as modems for laptops, storing personal files from office computers and buying an ultralight laptop.

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Protecting Your Computer

This week Walt Mossberg answers questions about software firewalls, purchasing a computer with Windows Vista and using the Firefox browser and Thunderbird email.

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