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So, I am in university and my chair sucks and hurts my back if I sit in it too long. Because of this I turn my monitor so I can sit on my bed while watching TV / movies. I would like to be able to control my comp from my bed so I don't need to get up to play the next song / next movie / episode of a show.

I think I will be fine software wise, but I am not sure about the hardware. I have:
- no WiFi
- a cheepo bluetooth usb adapter which I can probably get working.
- max of $20 to spend on a remote / adapter if needed

If someone could point me in the right direction that would be great.
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Also check ebay.
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think that would would with windows 7?

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think that would would with windows 7?
quality english my friend. im just busting your chops, but yes it will. read the customer reviews. i considered that same remote myself. it just seems a little flimsy, but I have carpeted floors, so not too worried if I got it.
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I use this remote

Hopefully there is a CC near you. I know its $29 but I use it and it works fine. It comes with a USB IR reciever also.
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