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 There is no doubt that technology has developed in leaps and bounds over the past few years. Everyday sees the release of the latest ‘must-have’ gadget, game or software. And with the market continuing to grow, it can be hard for people to keep up and easy for them to get confused.

Shopping for a new computer, games console, MP3 player, or even a television can seem like a minefield. With so many new devices jostling for your attention on the shelves it can be hard to make a decision. And with so much choice around, you’re likely to have questions. Bring these questions over to the the Consumer Electronics category, which is thriving with tips, answers and knowledge from users. So if you’re having trouble distinguishing between a plasma, LCD or High Definition television, why not tap into the knowledge of the Answers community?

Whether you’re about to start shopping for a new PC and can’t decide on which one to go for or you’re trying to choose between buying a DV or a DVD camcorder, sometimes it’s a good idea to get recommendations from others who have the experience.

And once you’ve brought your shiny new gadget home and unpacked it in all it’s glory, ready-for-use, you might find (shock horror) that you run into problems. Sometimes trying to figure out what’s gone wrong with your mobile phone, games console or MP3 player can leave you wanting to rip your hair out in frustration.

But don’t give up. Answers is a great source of trouble-shooting tips when it all goes a bit wrong, as someone else may have had the same problem before. Perhaps the screen on your new iPod has frozen or like one user, you’re disturbed by your mobile phone’s inability to send images via Bluetooth. Luckily, a Bluetooth brainiac was at hand to explain that “99% of all Bluetooth dongles require some set up software. So until the drivers have been installed, you may find operational issues”.

We all know that any gadget can be dear in price. This is why after you’ve spent pots of money on your glittery new toy, there is great reason to seek help or advice on how to take care of it. Kurt asked users for tips on the best way to clean a laptop screen, while similarly, lewisboombox wanted to know how to get rid of the dust inside his camera when changing the lens.

So, as gizmos go on becoming more intelligent, flashier, groovier and technology continues to develop at a rapid rate, don’t forget that Answers can help you keep up with the pace.

– Yahoo! UK & Ireland Answers team