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ADT Alarm problem
Hi, We have an ex-ADT alarm system that we'd like to change the user code on. However, in order to do this you need the "Engineer Code" (which, incidentally, is only of use when the alarm is unset, so asking this question isn't a security threat) - does anyone out there know what code ADT use please? We're pretty sure that…
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Pop up windows
I have been having problems with pop-up windows coming up every 30 seconds or so on my computer. Any hints on how I can stop these? They all seem to come up in a grey box with a blue header saying "Messenger Service". They usually say that my system registry needs cleaning or do I want to buy some viagra??!! They are very…
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F-Secure Anti-Virus and Spyware Package?
Ive just got a letter from Barclays offering me the above fre for 24 months. I use Sunbelt Kerio Personal firewall, Spybot and AVG Anti-Virus at the present time. Is it worth me getting rid off these and using F-Secure? If so is it a light program to use on my laptop? as ive had Norton antivirus before and that was very…
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Digital cameras
Im not all that clued up with digital cameras, can anyone recommend a good one to buy or point out what aspects i look out for when i look for one
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ipod shuffle problem
Can anyone help me whenever i go to play my ipod shuffle the lights flashes alternately amber and green and nothing i do will fix it. I have tried to update and restore but my computer wont seem to recognise that the i pod is plugged in!!!! please help :mad: :mad:
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mcafee probs!
hi .im trying to fix a mate laptop she keeps getting pop up from mcafee saying (mcafee active sheild has deteced a virus on you pc we recommend that you use the scan feature to scan all drives on you pc ) but she has uninstalled it :confused: :confused: can anyone help cheers
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Download music
Bought some download music from Connect Store and the computer has saved my payment details. I have tried deleting them, but they always come back. What else can I do? Thanks.
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Everythings Small!!
Ok.i have managed to set up a new computer all on my lonesome :j but...i have kept my old monitor...and well everything is small..i have tried everything that my one brain cell can think off...any one else think of why...i am nearly needed a magnifer :eek:
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Gericom Laptop failed four times! Same problem three times, repaired under warentee!?
Hey all, I really could do with some advice, I bought a gericom laptop just under two years ago. For the most part it was an excellent buy however I've had four problems of which three I've actually had to send the laptop back to the manufacturer! The three main problems have been related to the backlight inverter, each…
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need
a wireless router with maximum range ...... any suggestions, please?
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where has channel 5 gone
Where has channel 5 gone on normal tv.
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RAM memory for laptop
Can anyone suggest a good place to buy more memory for our Acer TravelMate 250 please? I'm looking to add either another 256mb or 512mb of RAM, depending on price. Also, is there a difference in brands when it comes to memory or are they all much of a muchness? I don't want to go for the cheapest and then find I have…
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Dvd Player "disc Error"
We have a combined GoVideo dvd/vcr which we have had for approx 3 years. Suddenly when we try to play a dvd, (proper original discs), it tries to load it but them comes up with "disc error". Can anyone tell me whether it is worth fixing a dvd player or does the cost of this make it prohibitive? As the VCR side is still…
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Laptop advise/hunt
Hi Can someone please advise me where I can find the cheapeast laptop with the following spec: Prerequists: memory 1024 RAM at least hard drive 60GB at least Processor 1.6-1.8 GHz Wireless DVD/CD RW Duo memory if possible as well Budget £500. I've seen some good deals on Dell but Ive heard mixed reviews so Im unsure. I…
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32" lcd power consumption?
any ideas on costing say per avg daily use? i've heard they are cheaper than a crt tv but if anyone knows figures in cash terms that would be good. ta!
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just bought this dell desktop, anygood ?? or mistake??
hi, just purchased this desktop below. I'm not very techie, so was wondering if it sounds OK. (bought on a bit of a whim) I do alot of web surfing, so wanted a quick pc, not into games, and it's mainly for personal use i.e. a few photo's, also wan't to download some music onto an ipod etc.. I have paid £271 delivered, with…
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'suicidal' Malware: Infects, Hides, Kills Itself
UOTE The latest threat to intellectual property comes in the shape of malicious software (malware) that is capable of infecting a computer, hiding itself until the user accesses specific files or Web sites -- in order to steal files or passwords -- and then deleting any trace of itself...the vast majority of new malware…
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Ex-Boyfriends cr*p - how to remove?
My daughter now finds her computer is full of cr*p (porno etc) and her ex-boyfriends account/files seem frozen. She hasn't used the puter for a few months. Is the easiest way to clean everything up by re-formatting the hard drive? Is this easy to do? If so, how do you do it; please? Her puter uses Windows XP and she has…
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New Modem Problems
A friend has just got a modem from Talk Talk. When they plug it into the USB port on their Laptop, the computer shuts down. They have spoken at length (2 hours @ 10p per minute) to talk talk and all they can say is there is a problem with the Motherboard in the laptop. The compute works fine and has done since they bought…
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Film4 on Freeview is now a free service.
Just noticed this the other day when I was searching through the channels. I normally skip past Film4 on Channel 31 as it was a subscription only service. NOW IT IS FREE! Perhaps this information will be useful to other equally unobservant people like me.
