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Archives for September 2009

Track down your stolen laptop with Prey
I discovered this yesterday and thought I’d post it here rather than on the freebies board so you can comment about it at will. Prey is a lightweight application that will help you track and find your laptop if it ever gets stolen. It works in all operating systems and not only is it Open Source but also completely free.…
ok need nice new background now for desk top
Lol any ideas anybody ? vista not got any nice femanine ones exept a red daisy Not wanting pink but something nice
thunderstorm in spain
my daughter lives in spain and yesterday had thunderstorms, which has affected her dell vista laptop.it comes on then goes off. can anybody tell me how to put this right.
Installation disc for laser printer required
Have recently bought a new laptop and would like to install my Samsung ML 2010 Laser Printer but have lost my installation disc. Have looked on ebay but doesn't seem to be any auctions. So, if anyone knows where I can get one (preferably without paying!), it would be very much appreciated. Many Thanks Rockee
PC Monitor and TV same brand - remote issues!
Basically the TV remote operates the PC, the PC one doesn't operate the TV. They are both Samsung. Can I stop this happening? :confused:
Firefox 3.5.3
Is anyone else having issues with Firefox ? Ever since i installed 3.5.3 a couple of weeks ago, I get 4 or 5 crashes per night. I did do a search expecting to find loads of people with similar issues but I didn't find much. Using dell inspiron 1525 and vista
spybot Q plz on how it works
Hi i downloaded spybot today and i run a scan apparently i have 9 entries off adware when i click fix i get mesage saying you are about to remove these entries do you want to continue ? i choose yes then iam geting a mesage saying this action may not be performed completly since you are not the administrator ? i have to do…
Sun xVM VirtualBox help
I currently have Vista on my laptop. I have installed Sun xVM VirtualBox, and then installed XP. When I click start on VirtualBox, XP starts up and runs fine. Now I am trinh istall a CD which is not compatable on Vista. When I insert the CD, it automatically opens on Vista. When I click on My Computer, CD Drive on XP. Its…
Help!! Laptop keeps getting blue screen of death!
For the last couple of weeks my sons laptop keeps blue screening and restarting. It happens totally randomly sometimes it will be fine all day then next it will do it 2 or 3 times a day. It never coincides with anything in particular. Any ideas what could be causing the problem. This is the error message he got when the…
Hard-drive advice please
Hey Guys, Hope one of you can help me out. I've owned a Dell XPS420 for just shy of 2 years ago after buying it on recommendation from here and other sites. Over the time i've had real problems with the computer restarting or freezing. I've done a lot of googling on it to try and establish what is wrong and with my copy of…
Help plz lost something from desk top
Hi i have a dell inspiron running visata home basics i was having a little clean up to myself today lol and i seem to have lost ......the strip off icons which are normally on the top off the screen on the desk top :confused: which usually has the recycle bin icon email icon pictures etc and a few others which i cannot…
A Good pop up blocker
I recently downloaded Avast virus protection as free McAfee ran out. Since starting with Avast I've been getting loads of inappropriate pop ups, for the kids eyes!!! Also Windows Defender is on but obviously not strong enough. Can someone recommend another decent one & if I install it do I need to turn Windows /defender…
Getting outlook express working. Grrrrrr!
I'm able to turn my computer on and post messages on here but thats as far as my expertise goes. On that basis, can anyone please explain to me how the hell i get outlook express 6 to actually work on my PC. I'm on XP and when i try to get the outlook to work, i keep getting error messages that say that it can't find my…
how to change browser
If i want to stop using internet explorer and choose another browser probably firefox could anyone tellme how to do this are there any disadvantages to this i have xp as my os,and if firefox is a good idea could anyone suggest any good add ons and how do you get the add ons
Retune again
I have retuned my TV and three Freeview boxes and each one still shows the .... message about retuning and pressing the yellow button. Can I have some help please. Is this message going to be on my screen for the rest of my life. I don't like the intrusion in the first place without having to live with it after today.…
Trojan Problem
I believe I have a trojan problem here is the micro Hijack log Running processes: C:\Windows\system32\Dwm.exe C:\Windows\Explorer.EXE C:\Windows\system32\taskeng.exe C:\Program Files\Windows Defender\MSASCui.exe C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.6.0_06\bin\jusched.exe C:\Program Files\Synaptics\SynTP\SynTPEnh.exe C:\Program…
Buying a desktop
Hi, I dont know if I have posted this in the right place.I have been given a price by local computer shop for a desktop of £177 for the following desktop HP DC 7100, pent 4, 80gb hard drive,2.8 processer and 1.5gb of ram and 2003 microsoft office. The price includes a moniter a mouse and a keyboard and a wireless care. We…
Old laptop - very slow to boot up
Hi all my friend has given me a laptop of his. It has a 14gb hard drive and 256mb ram (told you it was old) It wouldn't start for him. I got it started using safe-mode (eventually). His daughter had 10gb of music on there I got that deleted. I installed registry cleaner (eusing free registry cleaner). I then defragged the…
Bootable HDD diagnostics
Hi all, I've got a users computer that refuses to boot up. It just gets passed the BIOS, begins to load the OS (XP) then restarts. I disabled automatic restart and I'm getting the BSOD with 'Unmountable Boot Volume'. I am looking for some HDD Diagnostics software (Freeware) but I'm not having great luck. I can find lots…
Clearing Cookies
Hey everyone! I'm just about to use a cashback site and it says you have to "clear cookies" first. I'm a bit of a technophobe and just wondered if anyone knows how to do this (step by step:)? I'd be grateful for any help. thanks

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
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Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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