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Moniter keeps switching off
When I start my computer the screen keeps switching off after a couple of seconds. At first I thought it was a loose wire, but when I get the internet running it stops happening. Any ideas what it could be ? Thanks.
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Website Building to Advertise my Business
Ok, I think I may be embarking on something scary, but exciting at the same time. I work in a service industry and want to start doing bits as a Consultant. After years of working full time though, am scared of making the leap of faith, so thought I would try and do some work at the same time as continuing with my job, to…
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Best place to buy iBook G4 replacement battery and ac adaptor?
:wave: Any recommendations? I can't seem to find this as a package anywhere :confused:
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Setting up website and creating "links"
Hello, I have just managed to set up my first website (free) on Windows Live for a small business I run - am very excited! I wonder if anyone could tell me how I go about creating "links" to it on other websites? I have some online adverts running on Yell.com and others so thought I might try to add a link to the website…
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Router & modem
I am in search of a router with a built in modem that is suitable for using in uni halls for gaming ( xbox live to be precise ) I understand it needs to be a MIMO & ADSL. I know nothing & have simply given you the info passed on to me. I have looked at loads on ebuyer & the reviews are often confusing, think I'll go for X…
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Home network problem
This one has me confused. I'm trying to (re)set up a network after a crash, but my main PC won't let me view any workgroup computers. The error box message is : " (workgroup) is not accessible. You might not have permission to use this network resource. Contact the administrator of this server to find out if you have…
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Cordless Phone
Hi, I want two cordless phones. Can anyone suggest good quality phone at an reasonable price? Thanks MS
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Strange problem with my Dell laptop..help...please!!
Hi folks, My Dell 8000 inspiron last week started to act up:rolleyes: Problem is that it will not accept the mains charge as before. To explain; I always use my laptop via the mains adapter and as expected the mains adapter box has a solid green indicator light showing it is on. But last week without warning when I turned…
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New Email Which Kind?...please help
Hi everyone, I have searched but can't seem to find an answer so here goes. Does this exist : I want an email that I can access anywhere and my mail will be there but also I want it to be pop3 style where the mail actually downloads to my comp so I can store them. I often need to check emails from internet cafes so they…
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Confused with webmail / domain names
My friend just got a snazzy new email address and I fancied one too. I went to fasthosts and registered a similar address to [EMAIL="alison@pinkbananaglue.com"]alison@pinkbananaglue.com[/EMAIL] (not the real address before anyone checks) and signed up for their 30 day free trial to see how it goes. It's really fast,…
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How to change a website.
Hi all, Many years ago when on the sick I built a web site. Its used for my plumbing business and it hasnt been updated in years and now the phone numbers need changing . It was build using serif webplus 6 on my old PC . I have since installed this on my laptop and cannot open the file of my saved website. Not sure if the…
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F-Secure Anti-Virus Internet Shield daemon
I am a complete idiot when it comes to anything technical so would really appreciate it if somebody could please help me in basic terms. On start up I keep getting the following message F-Secure Anti-Virus Internet Shield Daemon has encountered a problem and needs to close. Error signature szAppName: fsdfwd.exe szAppVer:…
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add new laptop to home network
Sorry, sure this is here somewhere, but all of my searches won't find it! Trying to add a laptop to my wireless connection, but having no joy. I can get 'limited or no connectivity', but cannot connect. I have a feeling I need to add the IP to the 192.168..... etc., as I have with 2 other PCs, but cannot remember how to.…
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problem with Kaspersky Internet Security 7
Hopefully someone can solve this problem. I have recently switched to Kaspersky internet security 7 from Mcafee. I want Kaspersky to automatically start up when I turn on my computer. I hvae ticked the box in the settings area that says "launch application at startup" but for some reason it won't do it. I have to manually…
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Best way to connect external hard drive for my set up?
Inspired by a few threads on this board I'm taking the plunge and are buying a large external usb hard drive (probably one of the Seagate Freeagent ones) and some backup software - probably Acronis True Image. I'd like to use the hard drive both to back up the files on my desktop pc and laptop but also as an occassional…
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Xdrive from the UK?
The signup process for free internet storage on Xdrive seems to be restricted to US citizens. Anyone got a way round this?
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digi camera suitable for non-techie granny??
any advice welcome on the following purchase I am making.....i'm buying a digital camera for a 65yr old non-techie, who requires the least amount of buttons to press (and break!) as possible. Budget approx £110 (incl memory card/batteries/soft case etc). I remember seeing an article on the channel 5 gadget show a while…
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flashplyer on vista
When i go to sites like youtube ,it tells me i need to download the latest version of flash player , so i got to the site and try and download it , the box comes up telling me to click to install so i do that but then nothing happens!!! if i go back to youtube it still will not play video's
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Philips DVDR610 recorder (stopped recognising remote)
Done the Av switching, the clock resetting etc etc. BUT has anybody come across this:- Today unit failed to respond to remote. Changed batteries...nothing. Thought handset not trasnmitting as the little icon doesnt come up on the unit but my Freeview unit lights flash when IR signal is transmitted nearby. Tried a Philips…
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Can't connect to internet HELP PLEASE
I'm having trouble getting connected with my new laptop, got a wireless router at the same time and just tried to set it up but it all went wrong, can any one help:confused:
