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Archives for September 2005

WIRELESS to NON WIRELESS connection?
Hi, Can anybody help me please, my daughter is living and working in a pub and is also doing part time university. She has had to get herself a laptop, and has got herself a Pentium M which she will be able to use in the university as they offer free wireless internet, but in the pub the landlord who she is obviously…
playstation three
Hi, can anyone tell me the cheapest price of the playstation three please
Cheapest Way of Building High Spec PC?
I'm looking to build a high spec system - but the problem is the prices of each part I want adds up to well over £1200-odd and that's without a monitor! What's the cheapest way to do this? I was thinking perhaps buy a decent barebones system - just mobo and processor, possibly RAM as well, and then add the graphics card…
Major Problem with Microsoft Money - Help!
Can anyone help please. We have recently noticed our computer running really slowly, it turned out to be a problem with money, it seemed that it was not shutting down and was using 99% of the processor. Every time we closed it down it, the same thing would happen again. My husband decided to back up the whole of the money…
warning - new zonealarm pro!! (wireless network)
This is a follow up posting to my last (re wireless network probs and ZoneAlarm Pro and MSN). After many many hours of searching, asking advice and fidlling - I joined the ZoneAlarm forum. It seems that all my problems were connected - MSN AND ZONEALARM PRO. It wouldnt let me uninstall, delete, upgrade, reinstall etc etc.…
Remove scratches from your Ipod with....BRASSO!!
Just a quick thread to include a article I found on the internet regarding getting rid of scratches from your Ipod (including nano) with good old fashioned brasso. I am a bit scepticle about this but the person has included pictures to suggest it works…
Question on automating task
Hi, I usually copy information from a website and paste it into MS Excel/ Office (for reference purposes). As I perform this task quite often, I'm wondering whether I can use any function in MS Office/ other programs to automate the task? Any links or suggestions will be helpful. Thanks. :beer:
Which scart lead for Sagem freeview box
Which type of scart lead do I need for a Sagem freeview box? And where's the cheapest place?
Free DivX create package - today only [Ended]
From Usenet - it is an anniversary offer, and fully legit. May have to wait a couple of hours for the serial apparently. http://www.divx.com/anniversaryoffer/ Regards, White
Free web design software?
Am looking to set up a website for a charity organisation. Anybody know of a decent web design program that can be downloaded free and also where to get a custom web address and space for a cheap as possible? Bear in mind that I am a complete and utter novice in making websites, although I'm pretty IT literate. Thanks…
copying music onto a mobile?
Please could you tell me how to copy music from windows media onto a samsung E720 mobile phone?
MSN playing games
I have MSN the new version (7) on my PC after upgrading from the old one. Anyway now it keeps logging me off the new one saying I am logged in on another computer which I am not. When it logs me off it goes back to the old version. Any thoughts anybody please?
Pure ASP Upload 2.1.7 CODE
Anyone familar with the Code inside Pure ASP Upload 2.1.7 Dreamweaver extension?
Microfilters
Adsl will be up soon. Quick question as I'm going wireless the router will be by the master socket. All my phone points are daisy chained around the house. Is it OK to run them all from the one Microfilter located at the master socket? Is there a maximum amount of phones or distance of cable you can run from each filter. I…
Belkin and Netgear wireless issues-anyone good with wireless networks
I have a belkin router which is hard wired to pc and laptop is wireless. Having bought a Netgear usb wireless adaptor i wanted to to connect the pc wirelessly. Having installed the Netgear usb adaptop i have come across a few problems. 1)when wpa or wep is used (changed through laptop) the pc's adaptor refuses to connect…
(Numpty Warning!) Advice Needed Re: Wireless Web Connection etc.
De-lurking, hoping for a spot of advice regarding wireless stuff! I have a Sony Vaio (PCG-K195BP) laptop which I want to be able to use to connect to the web in my office or clients' offices without having to insert cables. I have just installed in my office a (Linksys) wireless-g router which is connected via an ethernet…
Quark Xpress program - Hunt
How cheap can I get Quark Xpress for my PC?
French Satellite TV
Does anyone know the cheapest way to get the 6 French, free to air channels, in the UK ?? I've seen a deal for £235 on: http://www.first-sat.co.uk/french_tv_packages/free_to_air_french_tv_package.htm Anyone managed to get it cheaper than that ?
Outlook e mail from different PC Any Idea's ??????
HI GUYS CAN ANYONE HELP ME I HAVE STILL GOT AN OLD PC.(NOT CONNECTED UP BUT STILL IN WORKING ORDER) BUT I WOULD LIKE ACCESS TO MY OLD OUTLOOK ACCOUNT THAT WAS ON THAT PC DOES ANYONE KNOW OF ANYWAY I CAN GET ACCESS TO MY OLD E MAIL ACCOUNT FROM ANOTHER COMPUTER?? THANKS :beer:
adsl router on dial up?
Hi all, until my ASDL line is put on can the wireless router be used to dial up a normal dial up account or is it completely different. Netgear DG834GT Thanks Tony

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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