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HD-DVD or BLU RAY?
Which format do you think is best?
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Help with DVD-R
I have a new Dell dimension 9200 system with which I can write on DVD. I am not familiar what kind of DVD blank disc to buy...R+ or R- Is it the same case for RW as well? Please advice:o :o :o
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Microsoft Vista - The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly!
Having recently upgraded to Vista I thought it may be a good idea to have a thread/sticky designated to peoples thoughts, reviews and tips and tricks on using Vista
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HD Picture Size
Does anyone know if you can zoom when watching Sky HD or a Blu Ray DVD? I have read my LCD manual and it pretty much says that what ever signal is being broadcast cant be altered. Is this true?
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Problems with Epson Stylus printer
Hello everyone... I'm hoping someone may be able to help me? :confused: I've got an Epson Stylus C66 series printer. I don't really use it too often. A few months ago all the ink cartridges ran out so I replaced them all but only the black one worked (and not in amazing quality either). The black one has now run out again,…
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memory mystery
Hi. This isn't a problem, just an oddity. When I view My Computer | Properties, it shows 1GB RAM. I also get 1GB in Task Manager and PC Wizard (an excellent freeware program from http://www.cpuid.com/pcwizard.php that shows you heaps of info about your system). So why do I only see 512MB in System Tools | System…
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keyboard connumdrum!
my keyboard has started acting very strangely and even system restore wont get it back to normal - if i type a . it comes out as a> and it highlights things for no reason at all, there are lots of other bizzare behaviours - could it be possesed methinks!!! Any other more logical solutions appreciated with thanks:rotfl:
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protecting my pc
my teenage son has somehow found a way to access the guest account on both my computers - does anyone know a simple way i can keep him out as he spends hours on the thing when im out!!! many thanks:mad:
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Monitor for Xbox
Thinking about a flat panel TFT monitor or TV as a replacement for an old xbox. Is there a cable to connect the console to VGA / DVI inputs or do I need to buy something with a scart input. Cheers
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iTunes Library / External hard drive conundrum
Having recently purchased a Packard Bell external hard drive I decided to backup my MP3 player files so I could effectively listen to them via the PC without needing the player. Having got them all on there I imported them to my iTunes music library and hey presto almost 30GB of music ready to go. However after a couple of…
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Does Anyone Else Have iTunes Troubles?
Everytime I go to the itunes store I get; iTunes could not connect to the iTunes store. The network connection timed out. Make sure your network settings are correct and your network connection is active, then try again. Is it just up the wall or what? :confused:
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laptop cd drive
the cd drive on my laptop has gone not sure where but not displying in mycomputer any idears ??
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Virgin Broadband Mega Slow
What's the best way to see what my broadband connection speed is as i have the 8mb Virgin and it's taking so long to load pages. I've tried the usual virus checker, spyware, ccleaner etc - can it be my atual laptop or is this a problem with virgin?? Cheers
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Impact of internet monotoring software on Kids/Parents-Just want your thoughts please
Hi, I apologise if this is the wrong board to put this in, I am just trying to do some research on Internet Monotoring software such as NetNanny/Cyberpatrol. I just wanted first hand information on the use of the software and what the advantages/disadvantages would be to parents and children. For example one disadvantage…
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Unlocking vivitar digital camera
Hi. I dont normally post on this forum because i am useless at techie stuff so am just visiting. We have a vivitar digital camera which seems to lock itself every now and then and we cant work out why. A small padlock sign appears and it wont work. Any ideas greatly appreciated. It it very annoying!
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Outlook express problem
My wife and I have seperate user accounts on the PC. While I am able to send emails to her (we do talk to each other......sometimes ;) ) no problem she can't send them to me. The sent box says they've been sent but I never receive them. Any ideas?
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DVi - Analogue?
My PC doesn't have a DVI Port but I've bought a Hanns G Monitor which has one according to what I've read online it's a DVI-D Dual Link port - I'm using VGA at the moment but tempted to get a DVI cable so that I can really put it to the test - I've tried looking online but can't seem to find a DVI-D - Analogue cable. Any…
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PS2 Problem
Our PS2 has packed up. It was making some strange noises for a bit but now just won't play anything. Anyone any idea what it may be? thanks.
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Computer shopper May issue 231
Hi all I'm hoping someone can help me , I bought the May issue of computer shopper but threw away the coverdisc, I basically need the Kapersky 20 digit code on front of cover disc (please pm me if you have these details) I've already installed kapersky but the license ran out when it shouldn't after 30 days (It should be…
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Any Xbox 360 Wireless Adapter Alternatives?
Are there any cheaper than the Microsoft one as I'm considering getting one
