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Problem With Virus?
hi folks, my nephew has a problem with his laptop, his mum clicked on a antivirus alert pop up which was fake and has now dowloded some type of software that means he cant surf the internet using windows explorer or google or mozilla, also the compuer restats at random times. he is using vista i told hime too try…
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MSE Scheduled scan
Hi Microsoft Security Essentials isn't running it's scheduled scan. I set it for 1.00pm on a Sunday as I am out most of the day. It's MSE 2.0. Just wondering if anyone else has this problem?
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any way to send tweets by email?
to bypass places that have a bar on such sites..? (add note- also, to cope with my twaddiction, when their site is down.. grrr)
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Kaspersky update
Anybody else noticed a problem with current update? Mine seems to get stuck as if in a loop, and then eventually restarts with the same result.
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Poll: Gaming ethics
Hello, I'm currently creating a project on Ethics in Video Games for a university project, it would be most appreciated if you could complete the poll for some of my primary research, also please feel free to add any comments which include your opinion on any aspect of ethics in gaming. Thank you, Jonathan.
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AG 13 batteries
I needed some AG 13 batteries for a temperature sensor so I bought a pack of various sized batteries from a pound shop. Big mistake, they last about 2-3 weeks, the batteries they replaced lasted 2 years. It might be because the sensor is outside in the cold but I doubt it Any suggestions as to where I can get reasonably…
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excel help
In excel 2003 how can I make a column that has text in it and formated as text have a blue background if the date is before today? I can do it if the column is a column of dates but not if it is text.
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oh no! I can't access yahoo email!
I'd much appreciate some help here - I'm non-techie, so I'm pretty useless. I've used wireless connection via a belkin router to my laptop for the past 2yrs with no problems. y'day I couldn't access my yahoo mail. a padlock icon appears next to the address bar with a msg: 'digicert has id'd this site as login.yahoo.com.…
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Moving House and No Internet
I need some help... I am moving house next week and there will be no internet for up to 2 weeks. What is the best dongle to buy, looking for it to be cheap with fast connection. Need it for my poker and gambling :cool: Thanks
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IPhone 4 and email problem
I hope I can describe my problem! My emails are showing in the preview part but when I go into the whole email there is nothing there at all :( Until yesterday this worked fine and I can't see that I have changed any settings, but.... Any idea how I can get to read my emails on my IPhone? Thanks :eek:
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are most cheaper 19" mons widescreen now?
Hi I need a new extra monitor, I have a 19" square 1280 x 1024 res at the moment, do they still do this square aspect ratio or are most cheaper widescreen ones now? Ive seen 19" from about £80 1440x900 but would prefer 1280 x 1024
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Help got virus etc on laptop and no antivirus in place
Hi DS was using laptop and Mcaffee ran out. He got a message and downloaded 'an update' which turns out to be a Virus This message is on the screen Warning! Your're in Danger! Your Computer is infected with Spyware! All you do with your computer is stored forever in your hard disk. When you visit sites, send emails... All…
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Norton trial due to end, what security to install?
I bought a laptop for Christmas and until now have been running the Norton antivirus/internet security that came with it. The free trial is due to end in a couple of days and I'm not sure what to install to replace it. On my PC, I am currently using Avira anti virus and process guard. I have used Avast and AVG on the PC…
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help on where to buy computer tower only
Hi I have a monitor, printer and keyboard and just need to buy a computer tower advice needed on where to buy and the size i would need for storing photos, surfing, word and spreadsheets and use of outlook Many Thanks
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Second hand laptop
I would like a laptop to use on my long train journey to work - really just for typing. Can I get something second hand that will last a couple of years? What would I have to pay for something decent? I'm not bothered about battery life as plenty of power sockets on train I get. I don't want to waste money - would rather…
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Virtualbox
Im trying to install vista in virtualbox and when i enter the s number it says "your product key cannot be validated. review your product key and make sure that you have entered it correctly", is this because i had vista installed using vm player and ive just uninstalled it, how do i overcome this, do i need to wait for…
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Will a powerpack sort out my issue with getting electric into my garage?
I need to put some electric in my garage for lighting etc, which is across a public road from my house. I've just seen this item which seems to contain everything I need i.e. 300w power inverter, inbuilt battery, even has lights and it could be used to start my bike if the battery is low.…
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Scrolling isn't smooth
My son decided to reinstall windows for me today. (Very nice of him I'm sure.) Now though, when I scroll up or down it's not a smooth movement, the whole screen kind of ripples, that might not be the best description. Does anyone know how I can correct this?
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Outlook Express details
Does anyone know the settings to use for Sky in Outlook Express to set up an email account?
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kinect x box 360
hi lot of this on the web... that it brings on the RROD anyone had any experience
