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Resolved Question: Can a 1965-1975 car be turned into a commuter?

I’m trying to buy my first car and everyone keeps telling me that I should get a Honda or something, but I hate new age cars. I really want a car between the years 1965-75 and it’s something that I could keep for life instead of getting rid of it in like 4 years. My plan was to purchase a Buick LeSabre 72 and tune up the engine etc to make it my car. To give you guys an idea of how serious I am I plan on using all my pay checks from my part time job to make this dream a reality – I’m 18 and a freshman in college. I really want guys who have restored cars and have that experience to help me out here. I’m in NYC and I know I’m pretty strange for doing this, but everyone is different. Will cars in this time period only be able to run like a couple times a week then have to get taken in for constant repairs costing 1k+ each time? I also heard that cars of this time period are extremely easier to repair in comparison to modern cars because there’s no computer is this a fact?
You guys have no idea how much I appreciate this, all this information is much needed to get this going. It’s interesting when someone stated that the Chevy or Potiac would be easier. I mean I’m open for idea, but I’d be lying if I said I didn’t get the epiphany to get the car after watching my favorite show Supernatural in the show they drive a 67 Impala and the Buick LeSabre looks really similar to it, at an extremly lower price. I will get a car in this era especially because it is ultimately an investment. If you guys could throw in the typical prices to fix up the car it would be great I would probably buy the parts on eBay then pay a mechanic to install them.

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Resolved Question: I don’t know what kind of career I want to have when I’m older?

I’m a freshman girl in high school. All my friends seem to have some kind of idea of what they want to do, and they’re all preparing for college and stuff already, while I have no clue on what career I want to have or where I want to go to college. What I do know, is I want to go to college in either Long Island or NYC. Or anywhere near NY. I have an interest in technology and such. But I’m not interested in being like a computer repair person or anything like that. I’m also interested in fashion and modeling. And I’m a little interested in working in a school. I don’t want to have a career as a lawyer, a doctor, or a vet. And I want to make okay/good money when I become an adult. Any ideas for what kind of career I should have/what colleges I should think about going to? Btw, don’t list NYIT as a college. I don’t want to go there. Thanks.

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Voting Question: What do I need to start an internet business in NYC?

I’m looking to start an internet business in NY and I already found out what I need to do federally (EIN/Tax ID) but what do I need to do state wise to be recognized as a business and pay the proper taxes? I was looking on the NY gov website but its rather confusing to me and I havent had time to go down to an office to meet with anyone to explain.

Im also unsure if I should file the business as a sole proprietor or LLC. It will only be me running it for now but I was told I should file as an LLC in case anything should happen my personal assets would be touched just those of the business.

The business will be a complete gaming website as well local computer repair. I will be building PC’s as well as selling hardware and software. The business will be run out of my office from home.

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Resolved Question: What should I do about my water damaged MacBook?

Making a long story short: my cat knocked about a cup of water on my closed MacBook. Unfortunately, the water ran down the side where the ports are (left side). It was on, but connected to the power cord and in sleep mode.
Now it wont power on. The side with the ports smell like something burned.
I have done a bit of homework and I have heard various answers. Some say: it’s gone, destroyed. buy a new computer.
Some say it caused a part to short, and the part is fried, but it can be repaired, albeit, not cheaply.
Others say it can be repaired but it is not worth it.

I have heard that Apple charges $300 for a diagnostic fee, even if they come back and tell you it’s dead. I could put that money towards a new computer, and sell the old one for parts.

The other thing is, I have a 200 GB harddrive, with all my photos, music, movies. At the very least, I want to be able to retrieve the data on the harddrive.

Now I live in NYC and have a choice of 3 Apple stores, as well as a TekServe.
Tek Serve is good, they are an authorized Apple repair facility. They also are a bit less “by the book” than Apple (as in, might be able to replace the fried part with a gently used one etc)

Also the computer is 2.5 years old (purchased in Aug. 2006). Would it be more worth it to buy a new computer, and pay the cost of salvaging the info on the harddrive?

Or is it worth my while to try to get it repaired at Tek Serve?

Oh… and where can a get a nice burlap sack to take my cat to the nearest river.. (Just kidding. I have already forgiven him)

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Resolved Question: Computer Certification Central Jersey other locations.?

I’m 19. Got out of High School Vocational School the trade I took is not what I really wanted.

I wanted to get my certifications for computer related field.

Field in System Admin, Computer Repair. A+, MSCE other microsoft Certifications. Looking into taking Computer Networking there a school in NYC called TCI. I got layed off doing p.s not related to what the mention but go back to school or to get my certification.

Is there any places around here also I can get it besides travel to the city. Like Central Jersey. My real problem is that family stuff, end of year moving to St. George Utah I don’t know what they got to offer for me to further computer related field I want to get into.

I know am jumping the gun on this. Since I want to work in a field that I like. Am good with both Windows and Mac. As a plus I really like to get OSX Certification too. Since the economy fincciancial crisis that go my like screw up if things get bad move out move to Canada City Calgary or Edmonton.

What do you guys some help.

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Resolved Question: Opinions on opening up my own music school , please advise?

Im 32, BA in Elementary Education, minor in music. Parttime NYC school teacher. PLaying piano since age 5. Produced for some hop hop celebrities in the early 2000’s.
I live with parents and dont have much money , obviously. lol
Now i want to open up a music school and teach kids piano . I want to teach kids music productions. Have a nice studio in the garagee to teach piano and more. I was thinking of teaching Handicapped and retarded students also. IF i do get married and have kids one day in the future i would like to put the studio in a garage and live next door. I would put a shingle sign on the lawn, just a small one saying ” Music conservatory”.
My questions are.
1. Do you think i can support my wife and kids doing this if i do have them in the future.

2. Would this be good even thought the economy is bad and people are loosing jobs. Will they have money for lessons. I though because most public schools are shutting down music programs so there WOULD be a need for piano lessons more now then ever and they would come to me.

3. How much should i charge. And how long should the lesson be.

4. Why is my female friend telling me that this is a bad idea and making fun of me that i am a dreamer and this is not a real job and i will be broke.

5 .Should i get a Masters degree in music? what field of music? Seems like you cant do that much with it lol no offense

PLease share your knowledge and answer all and give me all the advise possible

thanks

—–OH AND HERES MY MUSIC RESUME TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK ALSO ABOUT MY BACKGROUND IF IT WOULD WORK FOR ME–THANKS

RESUME
EDUCATION:
Brooklyn College: B.A in Education and Minor in Music

CERTIFICATION:
NYS Teachers License (pending)

EXPERIENCE:
NYC Public School Substitute Teacher 2000 -2003
-taught students in the following subjects: Math, English, Reading, and Music ,grades Pk- 8.

Math and Reading Teacher, High School 2003-2005
-taught GED algebra and geometry to high school students
-taught students English, vocabulary, and phonics skills

Music Writer/In House Producer for ***** Productions 1998-2003
-recorded, produced and performed with legendary music celebrities such as ——-
-composed, produced, and arranged music on various piano projects

SKILLS: (MUSIC BIOGRAPHY)
Ability to read and write music notation and theory
Engineer, mix , and sequence on most recording gear
Wrote and published many articles for KORG synthesizer corporation
Able to use current computer music software for MIDI recording
Can repair, troubleshoot, and diagnose most keyboards
Released an album in Tower Records
Recorded several tracks with the British pop girl band ——–
Produced records and played for ——
A member of the Internet Movie Data Base http://www.imdb.com

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Voting Question: Help with broken ipod best place in nyc and cheapest to get ipod repaired?

Hi well my ipod looks like its having hard drive problems.its making weird noises like a c.d player does when its spinning.Everytime i click on a game or a music file it resets itself.I tried restoring the ipod to its original factory settings with no luck.Now my ipod is having trouble being recognized by itunes i am having a hard time disconnecting it from my computer.Any advice?If i must fix it where would be the cheapest place in nyc to go or even if i have to mail it in somewhere i dont mind but i think it would be safer to go to a shop.Any advice will be great.Thanks!

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Resolved Question: how to become a Network Support Engineer,?

I got a interview with this company thats looking for aPC / Network Support Technician. I was hoping to learn as much as possible before the interview. Any suggestions? i’m good with troubleshooting and i know how to build a computer and do upgrades. heres the jobs descriptions on the job. thank you

Our client is a company with offices in NYC and NJ.
Company is looking for an Entry- Level Network Support Engineer.

Must be able to:

Respond to calls for assistance from first level technical
support engineers, provide expert assistance in evaluating,
diagnosing, isolating, and repairing PC/ Network issues.

Document issues by creating and/or contributing technical content to
case logs.

Notify management on product issues arising from product problems identified through technical support calls with customers.

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills,
knowledge of Windows Network operating systems, etc.
any more suggestions?

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Resolved Question: What Does The Average NYC person think about Jet Fuel & Demo explosives were used on 9/11?

I worked there as a visiting Telephone repairman from Chicago with Honeywell Communications and had keys to every floor and every electric closet for a few months after the Truck Bombing..(We were threre to repair all the damage to the telephone & data wiring and switches that were destroyed on many many floors) I was noticing the perps were in the NY Times front page as having already been locked up down the street in the NYC Fed Jail at the time

I have worked on Telephones,Computers & Networks my whole career…Just an old Sailor here..but many friends from The Marine Corps & Army tell me telephone wiring can be used to detonate…

hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm…..
16 thousand degrees is HOT

BUT I AINT BUYING “The Pancake Theory” SORRY lol

SInce I had such Un Fettered access to the WTC electrical closets for months …with no questions asked..is it possible “someone like a Terrorist” could have slowly wired the place up quietly for months using the Telecom/Electrical Riser wiring??????????????????????

Being a typical SouthSide Irish kid from Chicago= if Jet flew into The Sears Tower & it “melted/fell down” within an hour VS BURN FOR 3 DAYS THEN MELT & FALL DOWN=WE HERE IN CHICAGO WOULD BE GOING FLIPPO -OUTTO AND NOT EXACTLY “BUYING” THE BURNING JET FUEL THEORY(JET FUEL THAT NEEDED CONSTANT OXYGEN SUPPLY TO STAY EXTREME HOT ALL DAY LONG TO MELT SAY 2 TWIN TOWERS ?)

ex Navy,Motorola,Honeywell,Mountan Bell,Illinois Bell,installer,repairman, and engineer with an Inquiring Mind is DYING TO KNOW WHAT & WHO THE AVERAGE NEW YORKER BELIEVES ABOUT WHOM & WHAT HAPPENED ON 911

With My Deepest Sympathy & Respect to All of you in The City Of New York who Lost Loved Ones from WHO & WHATEVER EVIL COWARDS CAUSED OUR NATIONAL GREIF ON THAT EVIL DAY

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Resolved Question: Is this a good resume to get a college or Highschool music teaching job?

Any suggestion?Thanks
RESUME

name
address
P#

To whom it may concern,
I am interested in the position that you are offering because I enjoy working with students and opening them up to new learning experiences. My ability to relate well with the younger generation helps promote a sense of respect and creativity in the learning environment.

Sincerely,
My name

EDUCATION:
Brooklyn College: B.A in Education and Minor in Music

CERTIFICATION:
NYS Teachers License (pending)

EXPERIENCE:
NYC Public School Substitute Teacher 2000 -2003
-taught students in the following subjects: Math, English, Reading, and Music ,grades Pk- 8.

Math and Reading Teacher, Acorn High School 2003-2005
-taught GED algebra and geometry to high school students
-taught students English, vocabulary, and phonics skills

Music Writer/In House Producer for Marley Marl Productions 1998-2003
-recorded, produced and performed with legendary music celebrities such as Roy Ayers, Big Pun, Marley Marl and LL Cool J
-composed, produced, and arranged music on various piano projects

Founder and CEO of “School of Rockk” Music Conservatory 1998- Present
-taught piano and music technology
-worked with all age groups and students with disabilities

SKILLS: (MUSIC BIOGRAPHY)
Ability to read and write music notation and theory
Engineer, mix , and sequence on most recording gear
Wrote and published many articles for KORG synthesizer corporation
Able to use current computer music software for MIDI recording
Can repair, troubleshoot, and diagnose most keyboards
Released an album in Tower Records
Recorded several tracks with the British pop girl band Espree
Produced records and played for Marley Marl, LL Cool J, Edwin Birdsong, Roy Ayers, and Big Pun
A member of the Internet Movie Data Base

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