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DVD burning? ow
Hi, I have a R1 DVD and no longer have a DVD player, I use my PS3 to play now However the PS3 isn't multi-region. What free software should I download to make a copy? I think I need a decrypter, then a burner? Whilst I'm asking techie questions too, what's the best software for converting DVDs to my Iphone/Ipod. Thanks in…
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Broadband wireless routers - leave them on or switch them off?
Do readers usually switch their wireless routers/modems off overnight or when out for the day? I always do as it seems a waste of electricity to keep them running, plus that's good security. It has never caused me any problems as it starts up in about the same time it takes to log into Windows 7. However, my friend has…
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Very sick computer - all but dead now
Looks like something has REALLY corrupted the ol PC this time.Op sys is corrupted but I THINK that the HD is working ok.Problem is that the recovery disk isn't working as I expected.It is a Dell e520 2006 build with 250gb HD.When I run the CD it gets as far as installing Windos (having run thru all the checks) and then…
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Software/script to do something like elance.com
Hi I'm wanting to launch a site which would be along the lines of elance, but for a niche market, where people offering a service can find people wanting it and vice-versa. Can anyone recommend possible software solutions for this type of project? many thanks :)
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digi photo frame
Thanks to a poster on here I got 2 lovely fridge magnet digi photo frames at silly prices. My question is when they're connected to my pc I can't transfer pictures as I can't locate them in the browse window,I'm on Windows 7 the device uses something called DPFMate v3,8,3,0. in the booklet it says if the device is…
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Facebook group help
Hi I've created a facebook page and added an email address for the group but have realised that the group works through windows mail and that as I've only got a dongle that's no good to me as I use a gmail which is a web email. I've tried going into the settings and getting rid of the email address attached to the group…
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Windows Update-haven't had any for nearly a month
I have Windows Update set for automatic notification. I download and install manually. I have not had any for nearly a month. Usually I get half a dozen each month. According to the Windows Update panel the computer is checking for updates but I also do it manually now. Does anyone know if I am missing updates? I am using…
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Looking for a detachable mic.Help needed please.
Hi all.I'm looking for a detachable microphone that can fit in to the 3.5mm jack on the side of my headphones.It's to use with my PS3.I'm only after something cheap which will do the job.I've been struggling to find one. If anyone could help me or know of somewhere that does one then that'd be great. Josh
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Can Anyone Help?
Hi all:hello: I'm picking up this TV later and the owner doesn't have the instruction manual nor know how to remove the TV from the stand. I have tried searching the net but have hit a brick wall.:( What I'm asking is.... Does this TV come apart from the stand? If it does, where and how? i.e. screws, where etc. If you have…
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Wireless USB Adapter Problem
Hi, I switched to Sky broadband last week and purchased a Belkin Wireless USB Adapter from amazon. I cannot get the adapter to connect to the Sagemcom router. It finds the router no problem and with full signal, but will not connect. Any ideas? Thank you.
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Mains Operated Smoke Alarm
I hate them. In my last property we had the type that ran by the Electric with Battery backup and they were always going off when the Cooker or Toaster was used even though there was not a hint of burning. Now after an Electric test in my new property they say I will need two Electric ones fitted and I pleaded with them to…
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Help! re laptop/notebook
Ordered this http://www.ebuyer.com/product/251960 description i thought it came with a DVD drive Turned up as a notebook........ am i missing something here? TY
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HiJack: Please can someone look at log
Hello I had a few problems with BSOD. I wonder if someone could take a quick look at the log to make sure everything is ok please. Also, there was a MS update and IE8 was updated to IE9, I don't like it, is it easy to change back please? Thanks. Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.4 Scan saved at 11:30:15, on 11/06/2011…
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Help a damsel in distress, please
:o I just brought a recordable freeview box and set it up as per the instructions but all i get is a blank screen and ft1 on the box. There is nothing about this happening in the manual, ive tried googling and nothing. I hoped someone, somewhere may know where im going wrong. :( Thank you the freeview is hitachi hdr505 if…
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Why Is Gmail Not Considered A Valid Email Address?
I recently got a Gmail account as I am changing ISPs and don't want the bother of having to keep updating all my accounts with new details. When I tried to put the Gmail address onto my Marks And Spencers account, it said that it wasn't a valid email account, although I have been using it for a few days now. It wouldn't…
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wireless repeater - is this just a router?
Hi - have moved house and wireless broadband seems to struggle with a distance of 6 metres and one wall. I have ordered some of those nifty plug sockets that send the signal between them. My brother says he uses a wireless repeater connected to the receiving one of those to then have wireless in that room as well. All…
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(empty) Nokia ?
Can someone explain why my Nokia phone has the word (empty) in brackets below the network logo? Nokia 3330, Sims used, Virgin, Vodafone and Orange. The phone has numbers stored and accessible as do all the sims, but shortly after turning on the logo appears, then under the logo in brackets appears the word (empty). The…
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fonts on mse too small
My fonts on mse have shrunk so I can hardly see it, even with strong glasses. I have been into tools and tried to adjust it but no luck Also when i am writing i have to continuously go on to sizes to adjust as it is so tiny. Haven't done anything that i know of and every other page has gone bigger if anything. Have left…
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Posting from open office to facebook
Hi I've opened a facebook group and want to post articles that I create from open office to it without changing it -can someone tell me how to do it please, thanks.
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Web hosting+domain name (but want to own the domain)
Hi I am wanting to set up a Wordpress-based site (using Thesis) with a .com domain name. I'm after reasonable priced but reliable hosting for this where ideally I can register the domain name at the same time. However it's important that I own the domain name (I believe places like Hostgator own it not you). Any…
