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SOLVED - Stop password Qu in Windows 98 startup
Ok, so I just fixed some driver issues I had which slowed down my startup process, now the only thing stopping my startup is that it always asks for a password (which I always leave blank) before starting up. Anyone know how to tell it not to ask about password? On my previous installs I'm sure it never used to ask this…
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Opening PDF files
I have both Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Reader 9 installed on my PC (running Windows 7). Whenever I try to open a PDF file (such as an application form or job details) my PC always opens it in Photoshop rather than Reader 9, and I would like to be able to change this but don't know where to do this.
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Via Michelin Navigation X-950
I got this from freecycle and have just managed to get a new in car charger as the old one was ripped. I want to get software updates or a cd but the viamichelin website told me I have to give them a receipt number to register it or get a cd rom to be eligible for updates. I cant do that as it was given free. It works fine…
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Help Please! How to use Iomega Desktop Hard Drive.
I bought an Iomega 1TB HDD 3 weeks ago and have only just unpacked it. I have it plugged into the power and laptop and a message said it was getting software. It is showing it as plugged in to the E drive, but the icon is showing a 'Safely Remove Hardware' option and clicking on it it brings up a box giving me the option…
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Phone line problems - but modem still working
Hi, My phone has stopped working, and I just wondered in anyone here could help me diagnose the problem. I have the modem and the phone on one socket, and there is an ADSL filter on the line. The modem is working ok (albeit a bit flaky) but the phone is simply giving me a sort of white noise. White noise with crackles. I…
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MP4 help please
Hey, I have been given an MP4 player thing and I'm playing around with it, learning how things work and how to put things on it ect. But I can't seem to find any free MP4 downloads to put on it. Does anyone have a link to a free legal MP4 download I can use? It doesnt have to be anything clever or special I'm just trying…
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Which firewall to use? Advice please.
I need to find some new internet security setup for my parents and wondered if anyone could help out. They are currently using Eset Smart Security but the licence is coming up for renewal and for the amount of time they spend on it it would not really be worth paying for. I have more or less decided on the anti-virus I'm…
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Laptop cooling help
I was wondering weather anyone could help me decide weather a laptop cooling pad works and if so what one to get. I know they are relativley cheap but i have seen so many designs, such as 1 fan and 3 fan ones. The laptop stays fairly cool doing simple tasks but when i play games on it, it gets a bit to hot and since its a…
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Is my MOUSE BROKEN ??? - or do i have a virus?
My house keeps freezing every 4-5 minutes, with the cursor being frozen. When I pull it out the usb socket 1, and then reinsert it into usb socket 2, it works find again. so i Alternate every 4-5 minutes between Usb socket 1 and usb socket 2. Does this sound like the mouse is not working properly/wear and tear? or sounds…
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sony MP3 Problems
Hello all. I have just bought a sony 4gb mp3 player to download audio books from my local library. when i try to sync the books to the player error message 0xC00D2772 comes up saying "failed to obtain device certificate" i have looked at the sony product support and the microsoft support website, but these dont seem to…
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Hijack This Log - Any nasties in it?
This is the Hijack This log from my work laptop. The browser is redirecting. Tried to use Firefox but still happens. Have run malwarebytes and cleared a trojan but still have problems. Been on going for 2 weeks now. Thanks! Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.4 Scan saved at 17:31:11, on 09/02/2011 Platform: Windows XP…
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Looking for On-line organiser
After many years of faithful service my Pocket PC has finally died, so I've decided I'd like to set up and on-line organiser and am looking for suggestions. My requirements are: 1) It must allow me to enter customisable tasks and events (e.g one-off and recurring, at variable weekly, monthly and yearly intervals); facility…
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Help with tumble dryer, spare parts.
Hi, I have a Zanussi ZDE26100W tumble dryer, that has stopped heating up. On using a multimeter we have pin pointed the problem part, but are unsure of what exact spare part to order. This is a link to the heating element…
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Steps to try for bringing broken old Win2K laptop back to life?
Hello all This is not urgent or serious but if anybody has any ideas I would be grateful. I have a little old Dell Win2K laptop which I haven't used for years. I wanted to give it to a family member to use just for email and stuff. When I try booting up I get a blue screen with an error message about the ACPI BIOS ("the…
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Setting up sky, tv and video
i currently have Bush tv/dvd combi with 1 scart socket/1 aerial outlet I am using a sky multiroom box with 2 scart sockets/2 aerial outlets I have a JVC video with 2 scart sockets/2 aerial outlets Can someone help me set these machines up so that I can record sky programmes. Thanks Alison
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Cordless Analogue Phone/Intercom
Hello Hope this is in the right place and that someone on here can help. We live in an old Welsh farmhouse (2ft thick walls) with detached stone barn and have problems with cordless phone reception. We've got a digital Panasonic phone/answering machine which is great in certain rooms but useless outside or in the barn.…
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Need a new printer.
Hello. My old HP inkjet has finally gone senile so I'm in the market for a new printer and am looking for some recommendations. What I need... * Inkjet preferable * Excellent quality photo printing * Ethernet port for connection to home network. * Ability to print A4 documents and envelopes * Built-in Scanner/Copier with…
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Dell Inspiron 15R or Dell Vostro 3500
Hi I really need peoples opinions please on what laptop I should consider for my partner. Her main use is using Word, Excel, Remote Desktop and Internet, but it also needs to be quick and last long without having to upgrade (maybe after 4 years?) The price range max is about £600, the 2 systems seem almost the same specs,…
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Cannot get xbox 360 to connect wirelessly to Internet
Hello savers, I am trying to connect my sons xbox 360 to the internet with complete failure. I am running a thompson wireless router on talk talk network. Knowing nothing about these things I have not done anything to the router since I had it. The green wireless light is on but I have no idea whether it is sending a…
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Do you use original brands or not?
When it comes to electronics brands, in how far do you guys use the original accessories (chargers, headphones, etc)? I got an iPad & MacBook, and I only purchase original Apple accessories, but my friends are always telling me off that I pay too much for those. How do you go about it?
