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Creeping into the world of Linux
Hi all I've currently got Windows 7 on my machine and I'm thinking about getting one of the Linuz flavours. Can someone give me a nice easy starter pack for Linux? Also, how difficult is it to make my machine dual boot as I'd like both options on there depending on what I feel like doing?
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laptop jumping to another page
Have searched but can't find an answer so hopefully someone here can advise. Every now and again when I'm working on the laptop it keeps jumping to the mail page, and occasionally the Y home page. It's only happened for the past few weeks, since I had a new combined router/modem installed by a Virgin tech - don't know if…
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Is an ipad for me or should i just get laptop
I am looking to get a laptop but have also been looking at the Ipad/Ipad2. I basically want an Ipod and docking station for my music but now don't have a computer/laptop at all so need something to surf the internet. My needs for a laptop are fairly basic and don't really need it for documents etc. I also like the idea of…
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Dell XPS RAID Hard drive
Hi, Ive bought a used XPS. I have found out its got RAID 0 hard drive (its fast and good for gamers but cant recover from it, basically stores data over 2 HDD but splits it) Can I put a partition on this? (so only stores on 1 drive and so i can recover files if something goes wrong) Or would it be better to delete RAID and…
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I need a tech genius
And I know some of you are.... I am trying to find the old Corgi gas register. It used to be online but obviously since its changed to Gas Safe it is no more :( My husband was on the Corgi register and if we cant find his ID number then we are screwed. With proof he was Corgi registered his gas course will be 5 days at…
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Wireless N upgrade - worth it?
I recently moved to a new broadband provider and now have a wireless N router. All my PCs have wireless b/g adapters/cards. Would I see a significant improvement in day to day surfing/watching iplayer/youtube etc if I upgrade to wireless N cards? My connection speed is 8-9Mbps.
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Any electricans out there that could give me advice?
I really hope so! It's a bit of a saga I'm afraid! I recently imported a kitchen appliance from America (yeah, I know, that was my first mistake!). It's come with a two pin polarised plug. I knew I needed a step down transformer, and purchased one. And blew it - I've now learnt all about wattage lol. I've purchased an…
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Calling Norton Users
For those folks who use Norton Internet Security, the new 2012 version is now available as a free upgrade to current subscribers. Just do a check for new verion on your current product. The 2011 version is around £20 for 3 PCs at Amazon. Pause whilst I don my tin hat......enjoy.
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Windows 8
Legitimate download from Microsoft: http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/apps/br229516 Note: The Windows Developer Preview is a pre-beta version of Windows 8 for developers. These downloads include prerelease software that may change without notice. The software is provided as is, and you bear the risk of using it. It…
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Voltage Issue on Dell replacement battery
I am trying to find a replacement battery for my Dell Inspiron 1750. The battery says it is type K450N and 10.8v, but all the replacements, which say they are compatible with the 1750, and K450N, are all 11.1v. Em, not being technically minded, is the voltage an issue? Is my laptop liable to blow up? On Dell's own website,…
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PS3 160 or 320????
Considering a replacement for a early big one 40Gb methinks. Will the 160Gb suffice if I am not looking at for data storage such as photos, unlikely to watch much "Love film"?? stuff? Is there anything serious that I would miss out on?
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Software to convert DVD's to put on my iPad 2.
As the title really. Currently using handbrake but it takes forever so looking for something quicker, if there is anything quicker for Mac? Also, are there any programmes that can boost the volume of ripped movies as sometimes the volume just isn't loud enough when in noisy places. :(
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Help Keyboard locked on Dell Laptop
Hi, my Dell Studio Laptop keyboard has locked and I am unable to use it. I have looked on the internet but tried several suggestions but so far no luck. I have the 'wonderful' Vista OS. Appreicate any advice. Many Thanks
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Digital Switchover - Sutton Coldfield/Central
Mums TVs can't pick up Yesterday or the HD channels. (Yes she brought a new Sony HD /freeview HD telly last year). All other channels appear to be OK. I know relatives and friends close by can as I have set them up. When I spoke to the digi help desk last year they said it was because certain channels had been included in…
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skype poor quality image why??
Hiya guys I've just set up Skype but the picture I see is very poor is it the web-cam at the other end?? If so what can be done if anything??
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HP Touch Pad - Is it worth it?
Hi, I am getting HP Touch Pad, I know price is good for what it is , but cannot make my mind up considering it is a discounted product. I have no personal laptop, I use my work one when needed. But I am so conscious so I never really put my personal stuff on it , or never can freely surf on the internet. I was saving up to…
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DTR losing time
My Digihome DG250DTRA08 digibox has suddenly started losing an hour which totally messes up planned recordings. Turning it off at the socket and rebooting corrects this initially but then it will revert to losing an hour some time later - can anyone help?
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Pvr and blue ray player wanted - buying advice please
Hi, I'm after a basic blue ray player and a Humax HDR-FOXT2. Really want to keep it under £300, I don't mind graded items as long the supplier is reputable and I'm getting a years warranty as well. Is this possible?
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PS3 Nat Settings
My son has a new PS3, he has downloaded the beta for Assasin Creed Revelations, when he tries to play online, he can't find a game due to the Nat Settings are on moderate? We have tried to fix this via the router but no joy, can anyone help and in simple terms please:o
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Sony DCR-HC45E camcorder.
I have a Sony DCR-HC45E camcorder which I connected to my old computer running Windows7 using a firewire Ilink cable. I bought myself a new computer and haven't used my camcorder for a while. Just tried to transfer my holiday video to the new computer and as it does not have a firewire Ilink I connected using a USB cable.…
