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I have been a runner for 20 years. About 15 miles per week in neighborhoods around my home. I am looking for an alternative. I'm 46 and I now live in an area that isn't safe for night running (Farm roads without streetlights). In the winter months its dark when I get home. I've always like running because I didn't have to go to the gym and I get a good workout in 30-40 minutes. Any suggestions? Elliptical machine at home? I really miss the feeling after a good run...and I need the calorie burn.

I know many Blu ray players, Surround systems, and even TVs now come with this capability. However, it seems that each option is limited to the arrangements made by each brand with Netflix or whomever. Is all this going to keep changing for a short time and then soon, all this content will be subscription and available on my TV via cable provider?

I am seeing many options and I'm curious how others are making the upgrade. Do I buy a Roku, Wi-Fi BluRay? Other? And, should I try to use a Wi-Fi connection or just bite the bullet and wire the CAT 5?

The main reason I am overwhelmed with the choices is that it appears the TVs, Blu Rays, Game Consoles, Roku, Surround, options all allow for different content. I assume they have contractual relationships with Netlix for example.

What are the thoughts on the best way to make this upgrade and get the most bang for the buck. Ultimately, I'd like to cut back on cable services and utilize the web offerings in its place.

I have an HD TV in my living room. I want to option to stream videos, movies, television to the TV. I have a wireless network in the house that should easily be fast enough. I see that Netflix, for example, has a short list of Blu Ray or Roku players. But can't I just wirelessly get the signal to a video input? Looking for guidance so that I can stream Hulu, Fancst, Netflix, Network sites, etc...to the Living Room TV where it is comfortable for the family to watch. Also, cost is a concern.

I am planning to begin investing in mutual funds. Most likely I will open a Roth IRA and invest to the max annually. Then just invest in funds themselves. I'm 42 years old and am generally conservative. I can handle some market fluctuation but I do not want to lose my savings being too aggressive. I've chosen to start with the Roth for retirment but with the flexibility to take out money invested in an emergency. What tools do you suggest to narrow down the options?

My wife has a D6 with the standard lense that comes with it. She takes photos mostly of the outdoors, nature, wildlife and our eperiences in the outdoors. I'm considering getting her an additional lense. So many to choose from. Any knowledgeable photographers out there with some advice/suggestions?

I would bundle internet and HDTV service that Time Warner currently provides for me. I also use a DVR. What's the pros and cons of making the swath? I know AT&T is less expensive.

Does Quicken allow you to import and convert Quickbooks history/data into Quicken data files?

It works on various computers but one one friend that wants to view only gets audio. I am using Microsoft Encoder, static IP, and port forwarding, no security. To view simply use Microsoft Media player and go to my IP/port address. Help? Oh, and this is to view my dog...nothing off color.

TX-OU game is tomorrow and I was curious if the Cowboys ever played a home game in the Cotton bowl during the fair. They played in the Cotton Bowl before moving to Texas Stadium

IV. Authority Levels

Write-Off Authority Levels has been established as follows:

Question is has vs. have. I realize that we are talking about a plural word "levels" but the section is "Write-off Levels"...one section or idea. Which word...has or have? Help please.

I'm 41, male, run 20-25 miles per week and eat fairly well. I live in Dallas and as I've gotten older, each summer is a struggle to stay hydrated and still excercise outside 4-5 days per week. Water and Gatorade dont seem to work as well anymore. I get more cramps and fatigue than I used to. What options might improve the situation?

I am referring to drinking/drugs, knives on campus, being at a party with ceratin activites going on. I realize the administration strives for consistency and stern punishment but at what price? Zero tolerance removes common sense from the equation. How can anyone support punishment without factoring common sense for any crime. My guess is it has become politically correct and it lets the administration off the hook regarding what would potentially be difficult decisions.

I always thought if the posts are on my side of the fence, the fence belonged to the neighbor since they have the nicer, smooth wooden side.

Any advice on how to get this repaired? Involve the neighbor? What it might cost to call someone?