Goes to screensaver...

My mac goes to sleep every ten minutes while I am watching Netflix on full screen mode. Any suggestions?
Thanks!

Check your screensaver settings and Energy Saver settings.  You make no mention of doing so. 

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    Advantages: Excellent web browser, powerful Wi-Fi antenna, 2 memory card slots, 3.5mm jack, high resolution, VoIP, DivX player.
    Disadvantages: No keyboard, very soft speakers, no hard drive, low spec camera, non-dynamic OS, no video converter, no Office applications.
    Rating: 7.4/10
    Moderator note: e-mail address removedMessage Edited by michaels on 22-Oct-2007 01:00 PM
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