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I was given some computer cables of all types and I came across some I have never seen before. One end of the cable is DB9 like those used for RS232 and the other end is a standard connector for a VGA monitor. What would these be used for?

Chris: I would start with a laptop but like I mentioned the parts are more expensive and harder to come by. I like the idea of having PCI slots available to me among other features of a desktop computer. Robert: I am not concerned with losses I am trying to avoid buying a $60 -$130 power inverter. Y...

I would like to fully integrate a computer into my car. I already have the car and the computer but I have a few kinks to work out. AUDIO First I want to connect the computer to the car radio. The car radio is factory and has a tape deck and receiver. I first thought I was going to have an elaborate...

When using a parallel port or serial cable to connect to a circuit like some sort of a microcontroller project what should the cable shield goto? Should it be tied to signal ground or left floating? I assume with RS232 it should be left floating.

Thanks for the great suggestions.... Any more? I can't get enough of movies. The name is "Too Many Secrets" -Yes form the movie sneakers, it's one of my favorites. I Love things with hidden meaning and stuff you have to think about.

With a list like that you are asking for a lot. Some quick examples would be.... The mice can be used as encoders to track the motion of a robot (are they optical or track and ball?). The radios can be used for anything that would require remote control or transmitting audio. You can use the radios ...

I love to watch movies and also to see how things work and are built. I have seen everything I know about that is related to electronics, gadgets, hi-tech, hacking, phreaking, etc.... Can anyone suggest movies that fit in these categories? I can't think of another way to find them. You can't pick th...