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I need DAC help

I'm older and not up to date on all the latest technology. I simply want to be able to play various internet radio stations through my hifi. Maybe more streaming stuff after I figure out what I'm doing. My laptop has USB ports. My question is this.

Can I just get a dac with usb input and connect that via dac rca output to aux rca input on my preamp? Select a internet station on my laptop and sit back and enjoy the tunes or do I need software for my laptop or anything special to get this going. Please, if there are responses to assist me make it laymans terms.

Thanks
rides2work

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rides2work OP
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thanks guys, I think I've got it. I'll just have to find out which dac will work with windows 8. After I get everything hooked up and operational I'll play around, get familiar with use and then on to the next step. If you have suggestions for a unit $1,000 and under I would be thrilled to have your input.
rides2work OP
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I hadn't even given any thought to USB cable. I thought digital signal cables either work or they don't. I think this audio hobby stuff is a disease and the treatments and prescriptions are very expensive...
Thanks for the advice, I'll make sure to incorporate that into my search. I wish there was a retailer close by that could or should I say would steer me. That's why I turn to the forum. This is a great place for advice.

Thanks to all!
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