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Foreign Channels on Sky
Hi, Not sure whether this is the right place to ask but here goes.. We have recently got Sky and as I have studied French in the past decided to watch the French News Channel - think its called France 24. Anyway its mainly in English - is there anyway of having it in French or is that what happens with the foreign channels…
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Home Security - Camera's
Hi, No idea about this, but as a result of some mindless vandalism a the weekend I would like to find out a bit more about setting up a couple of cameras (front and back of my house). Nothing too fancy/expensive (;) ) required, just something that would be recorded somewhere over a period of (say) 12/24 hours, if that…
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Microsoft office on your computer anyone???
Hi there, my daughters friend at uni has microsoft office on her laptop, my daughter was using free software suggested on here by some techies, Open Office, but her bio-physics, genetics course has some stuff which just won't work in the open office software. So she rung the microsoft helpline on her friends office…
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backdoor program
Hi Just reinstalled Avira Antivir, it has identified a (dangerous) backdoor program BDS/DSNX.05.A.23. It has quarantined this but I keep getting a detection message when I have the option to deny access. Anyone know how I can get rid of this altogether. I have googled this but only one entry which is not in English! Thanks…
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Can I put Microsoft works suite 2002 on new pc ??
Afternoon, I've been looking at new pc's and the ones I've been looking at come with window media, I use spreadsheets and write letter occasionaly and was wondering my old pc came with works suite 2002 on 5 discs can I put these onto the new pc or would I have to buy a new set of discs? Many thanks
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Camera All Memory Card Detector
Hiya people, fairly new to this thing and havent been on in a while. I have this pop-up thing that sits down in my taskbar at the bottom and doesnt do anything. it just sits there. Its blatant spyware (think the silly twits who invented it need lives personally!) How do i get rid of it? anyone else had this? I try and…
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Sky HD... best deals?
Hi, New forumite but long time moneysaver! I'm about to move house and I'm keen to get Sky HD. I will be a new customer as I cancelled my subscription a while ago. I was wondering if you have any advice on how to get the best deal on the HD box? Are there any deals where I could get it free, or at a discount (if I sign up…
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Psp Help!!!
My DD has just had a PSP. I bought her a 2gb memory card but when she tries to save games it won't let her. It says something about somthing being corrupt. Can't remember exactly what it said. Any Ideas?????? I've also heard that you can download films on to it but have no idea how to do this or even if its legal?????????…
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XeroxWIAScanFTPDaemonLt
When I turned on the computer this morning this was sitting on the grey bar at the bottom of the screen. If I click on it nothing happens. Does anybody know what it is - and how it might have got there? :confused: We don't have a copier connected to the computer. In fact we don't have a copier! Is it harmful? How do I get…
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Spammers using my email domain!
Hi! My email address is getting flooded out with non-delivery reports as spammers appear to be sending out email which appears to come from my domain. So when they send that spam to a non existent email address or one with spam filtering then I get the non-delivery report and it's driving me potty! Is there anyway of…
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Lightbulbs - energy used on 'switch-on'?
OK you guys, help a poor, non technical lass out here. I KNOW that there is a difference between your classical filament lightbulb and the new energy-saving types as regards the power used to 'get going'... but I don't know which way it goes! Someone once told me that it's pointless switching one of these off if you know…
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Help with router
Hi, I have hust bought a Linksys Wireless-G router but the problem i have is with my broadband modem. In the back of the router there is a normal phone type, but ,my broadband modem has a usb connection. Can you buy an adapter so that my modem can fit into the back of my Linksys router. Hope this makes sense!!. Thanks
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Screen problems
Hi all hope some of you techies can advise , I have a Dell flat screen monitor and every now and then , the screen flickers up and down quite violently , it only seems to do it when I open up internet explorer and its seems to be getting more regular is this a fault with my screen or is a hardware problem with my system ?…
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Automating free online lotteries
Hi all, I already posted this before on the competitions board but it has disappeared with no explaination, so I am not sure whether I am not supposed to post it at all of if it was just on the wrong board. Anyway, I'm trying to find a way to automate the process of using online lotteries such as Bananalotto, DailyDraw,…
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Mac users - can anyone try this and set me on the right track?
Edit: Have been trying to use the shortcuts linked below. I can make é work, but not the accent in the other direction! (grave) Could anyone on a Mac please try this and see if they can make it work? I'm using alt ' and then the e and all I get is æe :( I found these once before and then lost them :( ... what I'm after is…
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Which wireless? Thicko needs your help!!
Hi I've been looking at purchasing a wireless system for my NTL broadband, i have looked at many over the past few weeks and am looking at spending up to £50. I noticed that they create different link speeds, for example i saw one at 54Mbs and others that run at 100+Mbs, What i need to know is does this affect download…
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Advice on Dell Inspiron 1501 Laptop for £349, January deal Please.
Hi, I am currently on the lookout for a good deal on a basic laptop to send emails and surf the internet. I see that Dell are offering a £349 incl.VAT & Shipping deal on the following; Dell Inspiron 1501. Mobile AMD Sempron Processor 3500+ Genuine Windows XP Home Edition 512MB 533MHz DDR SDRAM 60GB (5400rpm) Harddrive.…
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What's The Best Earphones To Get?
I use my Ipod about 4 hours a day commuting to and from work. As everyone knows the Ipod white earphones are rubbish. So i'm wanting to get a decent pair that will easie ron my ears. Any advice or suggestions? Cheers
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Do I buy the full XP software or Upgrade?
I have been given a computer from a friend who no longer wants it. Its nothing special but will be ideal for my daughter in her bedroom. Thing is, it has come with Windows XP Professional but a copied version, which of course is illegal. I would like to buy the proper, legal Windows XP Home for it instead but do I need to…
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Help pls-cant log on
Hi guys hope somebody will take the time to help us. My son baught a desktop about a week ago, set it up, connected to net then proceeded to download TONS of songs from Limewire. Now, cant log on. just showing the blue screen with welcome. he can enter his password but then .....nothing. I am assuming he has allowed some…
