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I'm only 27. How can I keep my hair from thinning out?
I'm a 27 year old male. I've noticed my hair has been thinning out and receding my hairline over the last year. Is there anything I can do to keep it sticking around for a while longer? I didn't expect to be witnessing this before I'm 30. Can a doctor help?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 6:44 PM on March 18, 2013 (36 comments)

How do I maximize the benefit I get from my time spent at the gym?
How do I maximize the benefit I get from my time spent at the gym?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 4:01 PM on July 24, 2012 (15 comments)

How can I best keep my shoes from smelling up my walk-in closet?
How can I best keep my walk-in closet from smelling like my shoes? And how can I best keep my shoes from smelling up my walk-in closet?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 4:13 PM on July 9, 2012 (14 comments)

How can I thoroughly test the Windows 7 desktop machine I built for my dad before I give it back to him?
How can I thoroughly test the Windows 7 desktop machine I built for my dad before I give it back to him? He lives 4.5 hours away so I won't be able to easily respond to problems once he has it.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 3:20 PM on December 19, 2011 (11 comments)

Is it smart to run both my computer and record player audio through an amplifier?
Is it possible to use the same set of speakers/studio monitors with both my computer and record player/amplifier? Is it possible/smart to run both the computer and record player audio through the amplifier?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 10:31 AM on October 8, 2011 (13 comments)

Ideas on things to do/places to stay in Chicago?
I'm a 26-year old guy travelling to Chicago in August with 2 friends. Where should we stay and what areas/neighborhoods/things should we check out to get the full Chicago experience? Details inside...
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 6:30 AM on June 9, 2011 (19 comments)

Windows 7 home server hardware recs
Looking to build a Intel Sandy Bridge Windows 7 machine that will primarily function as a centralized repository for mp3s, movies, and photos. Anyone have any hardware recommendations?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 6:36 AM on May 31, 2011 (5 comments)

Comprehensive Home Network Setup
I have a few questions about a home server / backup / HTPC solution and I would really appreciate some help. Details inside.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 10:21 AM on May 18, 2011 (13 comments)

What are the differences between sharing a folder over a network from a Win7 desktop, having a NAS, or having a Windows Home Server box?
What are the differences between sharing a folder over a network from a Win7 desktop, having a NAS, or having a Windows Home Server box? Is an actual server better than a folder share?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 3:13 PM on April 13, 2011 (16 comments)

Looking for a 14" or 15" Windows 7 laptop. Should I wait until Sandy Bridge makes its way out into the market or should I buy one now? Also, which should I buy? Details inside.
Looking for a 14" or 15" Windows 7 laptop. Should I wait until Sandy Bridge makes its way out into the market or should I buy one now? Also, which should I buy? Details inside.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 12:14 PM on December 29, 2010 (11 comments)

Anyone have any recommendations for a point-and-shoot digital camera? I figure I should pick one up during these Black Friday sales.
Anyone have any recommendations for a point-and-shoot digital camera? I figure I should pick one up during these Black Friday sales.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 6:46 AM on November 23, 2010 (19 comments)

Which one of these three 37" LED 1080p HDTVs should I buy for my bedroom?
Which one of these three 37" LED 1080p HDTVs should I buy for my bedroom?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 3:16 PM on October 28, 2010 (10 comments)

I'm looking for a 14 or 15 inch Sony, Asus, or Lenovo Windows 7 laptop that will function as my only machine. Any recommendations?
I'm looking for a 14 or 15 inch Sony, Asus, or Lenovo Windows 7 laptop that will function as my only machine. Any recommendations?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 6:12 PM on October 3, 2010 (18 comments)

Help me find a new non-Mac 15" Windows 7 laptop. What manufacturer should I go with? Details inside.
Help me find a new non-Mac 15" Windows 7 laptop. What manufacturer should I go with? Details inside.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 12:48 PM on August 29, 2010 (16 comments)

What type of wirelessly accessible storage solution should I go with in my new home network? Details inside...
What type of wirelessly accessible storage solution should I go with in my new home network? Details inside...
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 4:25 PM on August 17, 2010 (3 comments)

Should I build a new desktop machine or should I build nothing more than Network-Attached Storage? Details inside...
Should I build a new desktop machine or should I build nothing more than Network-Attached Storage? Details inside...
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 3:35 PM on August 8, 2010 (11 comments)

I am looking to buy a reasonably priced Windows 7 15" laptop for my parents. Any recommendations?
I am looking to buy a reasonably priced Windows 7 15" laptop for my parents. Any recommendations?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 10:00 AM on July 29, 2010 (19 comments)

What are my options for building a server-based storage solution wirelessly connectable to either an OS X or Windows 7 laptop?
What are my options for building a server-based storage solution wirelessly connectable to either an OS X or Windows 7 laptop?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 5:35 PM on July 13, 2010 (21 comments)

I need a new office chair. Any recommendations?
I need a new office chair. Any recommendations?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 2:09 PM on July 5, 2010 (10 comments)

I'm having some trouble with a paragraph in my resume. Could someone give me a quick hand?
Could any of you give me a quick hand with a paragraph from my resume? I'm having trouble saying what I want to say. I'd greatly appreciate it.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 12:26 PM on June 28, 2010 (16 comments)

Recommendations for new laptop with nice, sturdy hardware.
I'm thinking about replacing my 2 year-old 15" Macbook Pro but I can't find a non-Apple laptop that feels like it doesn't have cheap hardware. Am I missing something?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 4:19 PM on June 13, 2010 (33 comments)

Should I attempt to ask my boss to give me a raise?
Should I attempt to ask my boss to give me a raise?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 3:53 PM on May 17, 2010 (16 comments)

Sub-$350ish point-and-shoot camera recomenndations!
I need to buy a sub-$350ish point-and-shoot camera in the next week. Any recommendations? I've had a few Canon Digital ELPHs in the past and have been pretty satisfied with them but I know there are other brands out there.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 4:41 PM on April 28, 2010 (16 comments)

I'm looking to move from an XP desktop full of music to a server-based solution but I have no idea where to start! Can anyone give me a hand?
I'm looking to move from an XP desktop full of music to a server-based solution but I have no idea where to start! Can anyone give me a hand?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 7:13 PM on April 19, 2010 (9 comments)

Where can I go to find a well-cut suit? I'm 6'3" 190lbs and I'm sick of suits that look like they were made for me before I lost 60 lbs.
Where can I go to find a well-cut suit? I'm 6'3" 190lbs and I'm sick of suits that look like they were made for me before I lost 60 lbs.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 6:38 PM on April 12, 2010 (20 comments)

I'm looking to buy a spaceheater for my girlfriend's apartment. Anyone have any recommendations on ones that won't burn the place down?
I'm looking to buy a spaceheater for my girlfriend's apartment. Anyone have any recommendations on ones that won't burn the place down?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 5:15 PM on February 18, 2010 (18 comments)

Are there any programs/extensions out there to make the editing/organizing of my bookmarks in Firefox any easier?
Are there any programs/extensions out there to make the editing/organizing of my bookmarks in Firefox any easier? I'm using XMarks to sync these bookmarks between my XP and OSX machines.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 11:10 PM on February 6, 2010 (5 comments)

Dock recommendations for a 2 year-old Macbook Prop?
I'm trying to make my "main computer" my 2 year-old MacBook Pro instead of my home-built desktop. How can I best do this? Does anyone have any dock recommendations for that MacBook Pro?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 11:08 AM on January 13, 2010 (21 comments)

I'm looking for a good set of free weights for my apartment. Any suggestions?
I'm looking for a good set of free weights for my apartment. Any suggestions?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 3:15 PM on December 19, 2009 (16 comments)

Where would I find quality, curved, wooden hangers?
Where would I find quality, curved, wooden hangers?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 6:38 PM on November 24, 2009 (14 comments)

Where would I find a black fedora and black sunglasses for a Blues Brothers costume by Saturday morning?
Where would I find a black fedora and black sunglasses for a Blues Brothers costume by Saturday morning?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 2:27 PM on October 28, 2009 (7 comments)

Can anyone lend me a hand in designing my new home network computer setup?
Can anyone lend me a hand in designing my new home network computer setup?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 11:54 AM on October 7, 2009 (7 comments)

How long should my dress shirts, sweaters be?
How long should my dress shirts, polos, and sweaters be? I'm tall and I have a hard time determining what's too short and too long.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 9:39 AM on September 18, 2009 (46 comments)

What are some good protein-rich meals I can take to work with me for lunch? I'm trying to gain some mass.
What are some good protein-rich meals I can take to work with me for lunch? I'm trying to gain some mass. I'll have a refrigerator and microwave present and my commute is only 15 minutes.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 4:11 PM on August 31, 2009 (16 comments)

Starter acoustic guitar/learning to play guitar recs
I need to learn how to play guitar. I'd like to start on an acoustic so I won't have to lug an amp around all the time. What type of acoustic should I start off with and what is the best way to learn? Websites? Lessons?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 5:50 PM on July 31, 2009 (30 comments)

I need to start working out, but other than my lack of motivation, not having a workout plan is keeping me from starting. How can I solve this? Personal trainer? Websites?
I need to start working out, but other than my lack of motivation, not having a workout plan is keeping me from starting. How can I solve this? Personal trainer? Websites?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 6:31 PM on July 13, 2009 (36 comments)

So I dropped my iPhone and the screen shattered. Now what? What should I buy and how does it affect my ATT contract?
So I dropped my iPhone and the screen shattered. Now what? What should I buy and how does it affect my ATT contract?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 11:05 AM on July 2, 2009 (16 comments)

How would I go about asking for a salary increase in my yearly review?
How would I go about asking for a salary increase in my yearly review? I came in to this job as the #2 guy on a 2-person contract and then the #1 guy (my supervisor and project manager) quit. I'm now project manager and the only one on site. I feel like I should receive some sort of corresponding raise with this increase in responsibility.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 5:39 PM on June 19, 2009 (6 comments)

What is the best way to sync my contacts (name, email, phone number) between my iPhone, MacBook Pro, and Gmail? I am using Address Book at the moment but should I be using something else?
What is the best way to sync my contacts (name, email, phone number) between my iPhone, MacBook Pro, and Gmail? I am using Address Book at the moment but should I be using something else?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 2:50 PM on May 3, 2009 (7 comments)

I feel like I'm absolutely terrible at cooking. How can I become better at it?
I feel like I'm absolutely terrible at cooking. How can I become better at it? I think my lack of recipes/ideas is what's killing me. I just stick to spaghetti and frozen dinners because I'm not sure what else to do. If I had things to make I'm sure I'd eventually become better at it.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 4:39 PM on April 22, 2009 (49 comments)

So the first wedding of my mid-20's is coming up and it seems as though I'm able to bring a date. Should I definitely pursue a date?
So the first wedding of my mid-20's is coming up and it seems as though I'm able to bring a date. Should I definitely pursue a date? I have someone in mind but I'm afraid I have no idea how fun this wedding will even be. How should I go about this? This is new territory for me.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 5:02 PM on April 12, 2009 (15 comments)

How would I find a place in DC that could make some custom-made dress shirts for me?
How would I find a place in DC that could make some custom-made dress shirts for me? Or should I tailor my normal store-bought "fitted" shirts? Will this remedy my issues?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 3:43 PM on March 25, 2009 (9 comments)

Where do I find a somewhat cheap and well-made black sport coat (in the Washington DC area)?
Where do I find a somewhat cheap and well-made black sport coat (in the Washington DC area)?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 6:14 PM on March 15, 2009 (13 comments)

How would a 23 year-old male become more fashionable?
How would a 23 year-old male become more fashionable? The only time I feel dressed well is when I wear a suit. How can I fix this? It's difficult for me to find clothes that I feel fit me well because of my 6'3" 185 lb frame.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 7:57 PM on February 24, 2009 (30 comments)

What type of foods should I be eating in order to bulk up?
What type of foods should I be eating in order to bulk up?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 3:49 PM on February 11, 2009 (22 comments)

Help me find a cheap, reliable, standard phone for use on AT&T. I need to find something cheap so I can sell my iPhone.
Help me find a cheap, reliable, standard phone for use on AT&T. I need to find something cheap so I can sell my iPhone.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 9:51 AM on January 15, 2009 (13 comments)

Help me find a moderately cheap phone for use on AT&T. I'm taking my iPhone back.
Help me find a moderately cheap phone for use on AT&T. I'm taking my iPhone back.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 7:54 AM on January 6, 2009 (16 comments)

So I bought an iPhone for AT&T and it is aggravating. I need something else. What do you suggest?
So I bought an iPhone for AT&T and it is aggravating. I need something else. What do you suggest?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 11:39 AM on December 19, 2008 (19 comments)

Just bought an iPhone last night. What should I do first?
Just bought an iPhone last night for use on AT&T in the USA. What should I do first?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 2:34 PM on December 9, 2008 (38 comments)

Narrowed my phone choices down to: iPhone, Blackberry Bold, and Samsung Omnia. Which one should I get?
Narrowed my phone choices down to: iPhone, Blackberry Bold, and Samsung Omnia. Which one should I get?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by decrescendo at 8:07 AM on November 29, 2008 (38 comments)

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