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Archives for April 2006

Start Menu
Hi everyone. Moved my (my pictures) folder to another directory and the link disappeared from the start menu without me being able to get it back. What can I do? any help would be appreciated.
wireless email problem
i have just set up my wireless network without any problems, apart from my emails. i can use outlook express without any problems on the pc but not on the laptop. i used the same settings as i have on the pc (do i need other settings to go through the router) thanks for any help
Disappearing Icons in Favorites Folder
I have a question which some may think is slightly bizarre but I wanted to know how I can stop the icons in favourite folder from disappearing? I have placed a few sites in my favourites folder and next to each site name there is an coloured icon which makes it easier to find the site I need at a glance. The icons are now…
ipod to my Home Stereo
I would like to connect up my new ipod Nano to my stereo (aux port) so that I can listen to my back catalogue without having to change CD's or dig out old copies etc. Also I would like to try and start downloading (legally) music files so I can cut down the cost of buying and storing cds. My girlfriend has a video ipod, so…
is it me - dates all over the place!!
I downloaded a windows update recently after which i get the message on startup that i may have a counterfiet copy of XP and gives me the option to purchase a bona fide copy - which i haven't, since then however my daughter can't get onto word on her account - deep stress as she is a student, though OH and I can on our…
How do I put songs and videos onto my psp?
How do I put songs and videos onto my psp?
Ipod help plz
Ok thicko alert :o Hubby is thinking of buying an i-pod, would he be able to download say for example..Steve Wright on Radio 2 ? Is this possible ? Thanks in advance :D
Can anyone recommend a PVR?
Having been through two Digifusion FVRT200 Freeview boxes in the space of 4 months, I'm looking for recommendations for a reliable replacement. The Digifusion one cost £160 (now refunded, thankfully), but I'd be prepared to pay a bit more if that would lessen the risk of losing our entire library yet again. Thanks, CB
How Much for a laptop 'Full Service'
Hi everyone, What would people consider a fair price for the equivalent of a 12 month service on a laptop that is running really slow and needs a lot of TLC ? Any comments, gratefully received. Thanks, Keith
Playing mp3 and wma tracks in cd order
How do I get my mp3 and wma files to play in the album order on my mp3 player? Ive copied my favourite cds but they won't play in the order they are listed on the album. Is this to do with file size?
Recording sky movies
Does anyone have problems recording new movies (onto dvd) from sky ??. it keeps happening there is no sound or it will not play back on dvd recorder, its happend to my brother in law as well. i think sky can stop you recording films ????:mad: :mad: :mad:
RDC computer sales anyone heard of?
Has anyone heard of or used these? Look like fab prices and deals etc, but i have emailed them several times to ask if we can pay by cheque as we are a voluntary organisati0on, but have had no response?? anyone know anything about them?? reluctant to make any payments if they cant even be bothered to answer emails??…
irregular shutdowns
Sometimes my pc starts to shutdown then hangs at windows is closing down! The pc is not old and i run avg,s/bot and adaware. All are up to date and show no virus etc.What can i do to rectify this problem which seems to be getting worse/more regular??? :o
Web Hosting - Free Trial
Have spent the evening reading through web hosting info on this site trying to decide who to go with. Bought a domain name from 1and1. Then came across this site http://www.streamlinenet.co.uk/ which offers a 3 month free trial. As I'm not sure how much I'll use my web site this is great for me. Hope this might help some…
how do i move my outlook address book?
i have bought a new laptop and want to move my address book in outlook onto the new laptop. it wont let me do a "select all" so i can move it onto a flash drive. any suggestions. thanks
Norton - Impossible to uninstall!?!
Can anyone help? My girlfriend's HP laptop came with Norton preinstalled. I've been trying to uninstall it so that she can use one of the free and less intrusive antivirus programs, but it doesnt show up on the standard windows uninstall feature. I've also downloaded a couple of uninstall programs off:mad: download.com,…
Best Security Software ?
My subscription for Norton has just run out :( so what is the best free alternative now ? Cant remember the best programs. Is it still - Best Firewall - Zonealarm Best Antivirus - Grisoft AVG Or are there now better free alternatives ? :)
JVC Erase Protection...
I am putting in my mini DV tape and when i attempt to record, it comes up with the message check my erase protection. I have slid the protection bar (on the tape itself) and still nothing!!
PDA internet access
I've had a PDA ( mio clone by believe) Typhoon branded for some time now. I was wondering how easy (or not) it is to use it for mobile internet access. The manual certainly talks about it ( not very clear) so it can be done. What other equipment would I need. Any advice appreciated
Dell 5150 - memory issues
I've just bought a new Dell 5150 which came with 512MB ram (2 256MB sticks) and it has 2 vacant slots left. I have lying on my shelf 2 sticks of memory a 256mb PC3200 DDR ram and a 512mb PC3200 DDR ram. The question is can I add them? Can I do any harm? Will it definately make an improvement or will it make things slower?…

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