StarTech.com S-Video over Cat5 Extender

Advantages: Easy to install and use
Disadvantages: no major disadvantages found

...Just before Christmas one of my customers rang me up with a problem which he hoped I could solve for him. A couple of months earlier I have installed a wireless network for him. His home office was in an extension to the main house and he had two computers on desks about ten feet apart. The network I installed was very simple, I replaced his existing ADSL modem with a Belkin Wireless G Router/Modem which I connected via CAT5 cable to the network port on his PC - the router/modem sat comfortably on a shelf next to his desk. I set up a Security Key for the network to ensure that no-one within range of the network would be able to access it without authorisation. I installed a Belkin USB Wireless G Network Adaptor into the second PC and set up the Network Security Key to enable unrestricted access for this PC. Network... Read review

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Advantages: Can be used with a screwdriver
Disadvantages: You can lose these

...The perfect screw for any toolbox. This screw is made out of metal. This screw is an ideal length for application on many different surfaces, with a wide thread for extra holding power and to reduce cross-threading. When many are used, these do a much better job than 'no more nails'. These screws are great for mounting fans and also used for other DIY jobs around the house. StarTech.com provides an extensive range of screws for all purposes. They also provide a great customer service. Other Information To apply any screw, you require a screwdriver. These come in a range of sizes and prices. You may also find high-tech electric screwdrivers available from all good retailers or screw by hand if you've got the patience and small hands. Giants may find this impossible though! However, before you purchase these, make... Read review

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Advantages: Size, Price, Range
Disadvantages: Initial Connectivity problems

...This is a very, very good piece of kit IF you can get it to work! It has an in-built 'auto-connect' facility which seldom works and with the 3 networks I have had to install them on, it needed to be hard wired to a PC and connected that way (rather than connecting to the network as Belkin advise). For the price, you cant really grumble, especially if the alternative is installing messy CAT5 cable, or if that is not even an option. It has managed to extend my wireless range (from a Belkin G+ Router) by about 70 meters, with 3 large buildings in . If you can navigate your way around SSID and Security setting issues, it is a useful, and stable bit of hardware!... Read review

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