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What's the minimum network latency for a 1000 km connection using optic fibers?
I know most of the network latency for short distances is due to router processing times. But for longer distances the speed of light also counts. And it's different from the speed the light in the ...
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Toslink adapter [closed]
I have a Clevo W170HN, which has a S/PDIF port on it (3.5mm jack size).
I want to connect this to my headphones, which use an optical Toslink connector.
I bought this adapter cable, but when I ...
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Trouble sending digital audio (optical SPDIF) to receiver from HTPC running Windows 7
My friend has recently upgraded his HTPC from Windows Vista (unknown SKU) to Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit. My friend's HTPC has the following relevant hardware:
Video: PCI-E nVidia GeForce 8800GT ...
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How to identify and use an existing fiber installation?
When my parents had their house built about 10 years ago, the wiring guy told them that he should install some fiber in the walls, saying that it would be good for future use. So there is some kind of ...
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Ubuntu - Get audio over optical cable
Is it possible to play audio over optical cables in Ubuntu?
I've got a motherboard with Realtek ALC888 onboard audio. Ubuntu can play music/sounds just fine to my headphones or over analog cables ...
