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Archives for August 2010

svchosts/system
I seem to be getting a file in taskmanager svchost which gets up to 170,000 and gums up the computer cpu runs at about 50%. I run avira every day and have run a clean,updated, malware bytes a couple of days ago. I also have a log of hijack this if it can throw any light on the problem.C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe…
Retrieving deleted e-mail
Is there any way that I can retrieve a deleted e-mail, it also got deleted from the re-cycle bin. Also if it can be done can you retrieve it from any pc? (hope that makes sense) Thanks in advance :D
looking for a free memory stick
hi, im looking for a free memory stick and i would be very grateful if anyone could point me to the right direction thanks
How To Create Ebook Cover In Word for PDF Doc?
I have been tearing my hair out over a problem I am having with trying to create an ebook cover in Word. I have all the text, but want to create a front cover with a black background, so that it does not have the default white page background of the interior of the ebook. How do I do this? I mean, do I create a Photoshop…
Dongle instead of land line.....
I wanna get a Dongle to use for my internet access instead of using the landline. Has anyone got any idea what one i should go for. I think i would prefer a pay as you go. Falling that is there any good contracts about.
Zen mx player 16 gb
I've never had such trouble before. :( I have bought a Zen MX Player and expected it to be easy to use its software Creative Centrale to transfer music and, if necessary, convert and transfer videos. But I honestly don't understand anything about this. The instructions with the box are miniscule and when I try to follow…
NOKIA E63 - Videos freeze when I play them
Hi, I have successfully converted videos using what is recommended at http://www.techiechips.com/convert-movies-videos-for-nokia-e63/ and successfully transferred to my phone. The problem now I find is that the video keeps freezing. It does resume on its own but, as you can imagine,it is extremely frustrating. Can anyone…
Antivirus???? which one??
I know this isnt really a techie question but dont know where to put it. I have a free trial of Avast antivirus on my laptop which is due to expire shortly. Is it worth paying for this one or are there better av's available. I think its around £27 something when the trial expires
changing email account
I am thinking of changing my broadband supplier and at present I access and save my emails via the internet on virgin media site. Is there any quick way of saving emails onto a memory stick so that I don't lose them all when I change providers. Have some everyday techie knowledge but don't know how to save web pages as…
Avira claims viruses in player downloads..?
I like to watch the occasional streamed film from the Net but lately Avira has been flashing up alerts that 'a virus was detected' when I've tried to download e.g. VLC or Xvid software. Needless to say, I've always gone for the 'deny access' option but this has meant an end to my filmwatching ambitions. Any idea what's…
Router/internet problems?
Asking this for my dad, so I won't have immediate answers to any questions. My parents internet connection has recently just stopped working. Was fine, then went really intermittent, now won't work at all. Theory was it was the router - but he's tried it at my house, works fine, took my router back to his, got it set up…
Security for pc and laptop
Would appreciate help here. I currently have a pc with AVG security (due to expire in 2 days). I don't want to renew with AVG as I've had nothing but problems in the 2 years since I installed and I'd rather have something else. I've also just purchased a laptop (on the way from e buyer won't be here until Friday). My…
registry problems
i am looking to find the best and cheepest way to sort registry problems with my computer all the so called free ones i can find are not free but only free scans they do not repair i was toldthat they are out there but i cant seem to find any:mad: thaks you lot but i am still up the creek without a paddle my comp wont let…
Favourites folder (or bookmarks) in Vista
Hi everyone. I have a question, does anyone know where I can find my Bookmarks or Favourites folder within my pc? I have Vista, and the reason I am asking, is because I have bought a new computer and I don't want to lose my bookmarks, I want to somehow transfer them over to new pc. Anyone know a way I can do this? Many…
Dell inspiron battery.
Whilst looking for a new battery for a Dell Inspiron 1501 when I came across this one on Amazon. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Extended-Capacity-Laptop-Battery-Inspiron/dp/B001F9VYS2/ref=sr_1_13?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1283192190&sr=1-13:eek: I don't think I'll take them up on the offer today.
facebook
As a facebook/mother novice, does anyone know a good step by step guide for me on the web - I'd want to try and understand what the kids are doing - but I really am using it in the dark, any help would be much appreciated
Changing the default audio track on .ts video files
I use VLC on my laptop and a Ryan media player connected to my TV and audio system to play vob, mpg, avi, ts and other music video files. I have downloaded a music video file in .ts format. Instead of the normal single audio track it has 2 audio tracks. Track 1 (NAR) Track 2 (English) Track 1 has no sound. VLC and the Ryan…
Outlook Not sending messages
Using outlook all is fine when on my home broadband( wireless) connection. However if i try to connect away from home using my 3 mobile dongle, i can receive messages okay but none will send. Any ideas what is causing this and what seeting i need to changeif any Many thanks
Small Piece Came Off Motherboard
When I was cleaning insides of my pc, and small chip or metal piece came off I think it was the motherboard. Someone told me its something to do with after a time it drops off, to do with guarantee or something. Can someone here explain?
Printer Problem
I have been using a HP Deskjet 6890 for 5 years. I recently restarted my computer to factory settings for a fresh start. Now when I try installing the printer a message appears saying 'Not enough RAM'. Do I need to buy some RAM?, How easy is it to fit? And the Cost? Or Is there any other way around from buying some RAM?…

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