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Archives for May 2011

Acer Aspire One D150 netbook problem
Hi, I have an Acer Aspire One D150 netbook running Windows XP and have been having problems booting up today. When I turn the netbook on, after the Acer screen comes on asking me to choose F2 to setup or F12 to change boot order, it carrys on and then comes up with INtel UNDI, PXE 2-1 (build 082) Copyright (C) 1997-2000…
Remote computing
I'd like to be able to view/access files on my PC from work, but I cannot install any software on the works PC, neither can I load the files I want to use onto a usb drive as we cannot put anything into the usb slots or even put a disk into the cd drive. Can anyone suggest a) if this is possible without installing…
iTunes Q
new laptop old iTouch! just downloaded iTunes to new laptop. Have iTunes synced with iTouch on parents main PC so now hve my own laptop and want to sync iTouch to my laptop. when i plug it in i get - erase & sync 'replaces the contents of this ipod with the contents of this itunes library' ...surely the library is empty??…
Any recs. for Condolences Website?
A good friend died this weekend and I am trying to find a website that will let his family create an online condolences site where they can celebrate his life and let his friends leave their comments. I know they could use facebook but it is cumbersome and we thought that there might be an alternative. Any ideas?
Can't get picture card in laptop
Hi all, So I came back off holiday yesterday and decided to upload our pictures on to my laptop. There are two memory cards, one is mine and the other is my boyfriends, and i inserted my card into the slot and copied my pics no problem. Then I tried to insert the other card but it will not go in the slot, tried everything…
Which broadband speedtest is best?
Hello, which of the broadband speed tests do you consider to be the best? And do you hold much faith in their results given that they can vary widely? Speedtest.net gave me 14.4 but another whose name I can't remember gave me 5.
Help with video camcorder - getting things onto disc.
We've been given at work a old Panasonic camcorder which saves onto a digital video cassette. I'm trying to get it onto my computer so I can edit it and save it to disc. The booklet says to use MotionDV studio 5.3E LE, which we don't have. Is there a free version, or anything else I could use which might to the trick.…
Dell D630 v Thinkpad T61
Anyone got any experience with both these laptops? which one edges the other? Heard the Dell is supposed to be quiet good as well.
need advice to build a website
Hi all, May seem like a daft question but I need some help/advice. I am starting a new business venture of my own:j and need to build a website. Now, I've already got the domain names sorted, and I am pretty good with computers. But feel a bit daunted about building the website myself. Have been quoted quite alot of money…
Bluetooth - send photo's from Blackberry to Laptop
Hi Am trying very hard to send some pics from my phone to my laptop by bluetooth but am failing miserably! I've managed to 'Pair' the laptop to my phone but when I send the picture, it asks me for a 'numeric passkey' for the laptop. I've had a look about but can't find one - any ideas please? Many thanks Terri
Mobile broadband
Hi, Im looking at mobile broadband for my shiney new computer (as I dont have a landline), however have no idea how much allowance I need... Most reasonabley priced ones (£10ish per month) give you 1GB and im not sure if this would be enough or not. I mainly just use the internet for shopping/emails etc...but my housemate…
Best options for Flatscreen TVs
Hi We are moving house in around three weeks time and my wife has her heart set on a new flat screen TV to replace our old CRT ones for the new house. Does anyone have any recommendations for the best TV at the best price? cheers
New tool for you budding malware repair guys - Microsoft System Sweeper
There's a Beta version out for Microsoft System Sweeper - http://connect.microsoft.com/systemsweeper Lets you create a bootable CD/USB to fix issues when the system won't allow you to run anti-malware software.
Webcam what to buy?
Hope I have posted this in the right place :) Hi I want to buy a webcam & have been looking at Logitech Pro 9000 but that is only because the man in comet said it was a decent one. I want to set up skype to talk to my son abroad so want one that will show decent pictures. Any help would be much appreciated before I go out…
Chkdsk is freezing at 83%
Hello I have a Dell Inspiron 1525 Laptop. OS: Vista (Service Pack 2) Memory: 2.00GB 32-bit operating system. I tried to run chkdsk as I kept getting BSOD, but it froze on 83% and has done since c.8pm night, so well over 12 hours. Any suggestions as to what I should do. Thanks. SS:beer:
Can't set channels on DVD/VHS Recorder
We have SKY HD plus a Toshiba DVD/VHS Recorder.On Friday we had a new carpet laid and had to disconnect TV/SKY & DVD Recorder. Hubby marked the relevant skart leads etc. but after reconnecting we can't set the timer programme to record on DVD/VHS recorder. Unit is stuck on AV1/AV2 & can't select TV channels. He's been…
Question re Hiren's Boot CD please
Hi, Have recently downloaded and used Hiren's Boot CD on my desktop PC which was stuck in a start up loop and going nowhere. Have managed to transfer all my hard drive data to an external drive, so thanks to all on here who recommended this disk. My question is - I start up via the Mini XP version on the disk and get onto…
MicroSD memory card
Is the MicroSD card for a Blackberry the same as the Nokia? Will I be able to just move the memory card from my Nokia onto a Blackberry?
PC Will Not Soft/Warm Boot
I've already spent a week with Jeff on this issue and sorted out rootkit and trojan issues which were present on the HD. This PC is three years old and is unbranded (made by a friend of mine who has a shop). The drive is a Seagate Barracuda 7200 and became bricked, as many of them did. Seagate flashed it under warranty.…
"this page is not available"
Hi, my parents are getting the following message when they try to go on the internet: this page is not available The E-mail still works fine. I think they use IE. Any obvious fixes or should they get a 'man' in?

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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
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
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
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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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