I too am interested in this area. I experimented with buying three wireless speakers getting their signal from the computer so I can listen to ITunes or streaming. They were on clearance at Amazon for like $18 each so didn't have much to lose financially but alot knowledge-wise. I think they operate at 600 mhz frequency, but the signal garbles when someone walks by a speaker so overall I like the concept but vote NO on this application. I'm now leaning toward hard-wiring to the deck coming off the stereo reciever, along with a wireless connection from the computer to the stereo receiver. There are now some independent remote speakers available for other rooms which might be good as long as the tech is improved over what I tried.

If you have a multimedia keyboard check the mute button. Also the volume buttons. If you have volume controls on your monitor check them. If you have a speaker icon in the System Tray (by the clock) check it. If you have a mixer/audio manager icon in the System Tray check it. On the Control Panel open the Sound Folder and check the settings. On the Control Panel check to see if you have an audio manager folder, i.e. Realtek. Open it check the settings. Open Windows Help and in the search bar enter "sound troubleshoot" sans quotes. Informational data will appear. DA

I like Advanced SystemCare. Good program that let's you do a lot of things to help your system. I use the freebie but will probably send in a few bucks since it's so good. I also like Ccleaner lite. You don't need to run it every day. Once a month is a good idea. Or every couple months. It should be part of a maintenance program for the system. Run a spyware cleanup program or two and antivirus regularly. Always have a firewall running. Get Windows Updates regularly, keep virus and malware definitions updated. Avoid using problem programs and you'll be in pretty good shape. And of course, back up important files regularly!

I can't see any reference to USB ports in any Gateway detailed/technical description. What II did see is that it only supports wireless connectivity - both keyboard and mouse included are wireless (stock up on batteries if you buy this product). And you probably will have to get wireless exyernal devices, like printer. Also, Gateway doesn't have the best reputation - never has. Why aren't you looking at a laptop?. Desktop PC's are a dying product for personal use. You can get all you are looking for in a good laptop - like a Toshiba...for less money. And spend the extra money for a wireless 3 in 1 Printer/scanner/fax device. BTW - They do make USB "extension" cords that allow you to plug in 2 or more USB devices.