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External sound card question
One of my friend's has a Toshiba Laptop and the sound card appears not to work any more. They have tried checking settings but no luck getting it to work. I suggested that maybe a USB sound card may work but there seems to be a few different types around. Could anyone help out with any suggestions as to which ones would…
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Samsung S22A350 Monitor
Hey all, hope you're well. I'm looking to buy a new monitor to connect my PS3 to and have almost settled on the Samsung S22A350. I'm looking for something with HDMI input and 1080p viewing. I'm someone who would play a lot of action games on the PS3 and my trusty Acer X193w still works well but I'm looking to step it up.…
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Which Printer ? Canon vs HP vs Kodak ?
I'm looking for a Wireless Multifunction Printer. I don't do a great deal of printing, mostly from the web with the very ocassional photo. I'm looking at a Inkjet as a Laser would cost £200 + Here's what I've come across Whats your thoughts ? Any suggestions welcome ;) HP 6510 - £100…
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PVR with no digital tick, any good?
A relatives hard drive recorder has stopped working since the digital switchover. Can`t see any sign of the `Digital tick` on the box or manual etc, it is a few years old. Anyone know if it can be converted at all or is it scrap? Thanks
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ps3, stop working
its a 60g one. when you turn it on it goes green for a sec then beeps then a red flashing light stays on. theres a game in what won't eject. rang sony and they said its no good,and if i pay £110 they will send a refrub one out and take the other away and send the game back (its fifa). should i do this with sony because if…
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Doing my own website? Possible or not?
I am thinking about starting my own business and wondering how easy it is to do my own website. I would really appreciate peoples thoughts on this. Is it realistic to do my own site or am i being overly optimistic! I have a fairly limited knowledge of computers and don't really know where to start but willing to learn. Any…
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Mobile Apps Security
Was about to download an app from MyFitnessPal site, to track my exercise and eating habits, then read the t&c's re how they use info. Dont mind them using my online info taken with their cookies, trackers and web beacons (whatever they are :o ) but am clueless regarding apps on my iphone. How concerned should I be? What…
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USB extension leads
I hope this makes sense! Is there an optimum use-ability length for a USB extension lead? (It pertains to the use of a PS3 and move camera) Thanks v.much
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Microsoft help assistant dont work now
My microsoft help assistant does not work no more, says error and report to microsoft and this silly box comes up and then all freezes. The clip comes up, but as soon as ask a help question and enter it says there a problem.
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copying cds to hard drives
I am getting rid of my cd collection but i am saving them to a couple of hard drives. what is the best format to save them in for the best sound? i.e. mp3, wav, flac, ogg etc etc. thanks
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cheap USB flash drives ?
I am looking to buy half a dozen small USB memory sticks ( either 1 or 2GB ). Anyone know any cheap deals ?
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Copying DVD library
Whilst I've made the shift from physical to digital on the music side I still have a mountain of DVDs that sit taking up space. I find myself loath to buy physcial DVDs these days as they only take up further space. So I've decided to make the move to digital on a film front but I don't want to have to fork out (again) for…
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Problems shutting down and starting up.
I've got a computer with Windows XP on it. About two weeks ago it developed two problems: 1. I have to request it to shut down twice. The first time I make the request nothing happens. The second time it closes down properly. 2. When I start it up I get the message "We apologize for the inconvenience but Windows did not…
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Advice appreciated with website hosting & website design
I currently have my business website with Microsoft Office Live - it is very basic and was built using a template. It is rubbish and does not help sell my product at all. I need to improve my keywords etc and redesign my website to give it a better chance on Google. I am selling 1 product and use Paypal as the payment…
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Sell ing laptop advice
Hi I'm thinking of selling my laptop should I re-boot it or just delete browsing history etc.
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Laptop Sought - Half-Decent Gaming Performance
As per subject. Budget is £500 - £600. Games in question are COD4 MW, Trackmania Forever. Suggestions? (Other than don't do gaming on a laptop :rotfl:)
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usb receiver for ps 3 ?
does anyone know where l can get one, my grandson has bought 4 controllers for the ps 3 buzz game from the charity shop but the receiver is missing, thanks for any help
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Wireless Headphone help please
Hi im starting to think about my husbands xmas present and for a long time he has mentioned he would like a pair of wireless headphones i would love to get him a pair but wouldnt know where to start looking for a decent pair so thought i would ask on her for advice he would use them for listening to the tv,dvds etc but…
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Gift for my dad for Christmas!
Hey all... Really need your help, I want to give something to dad. He likes techie stuff! So i was wondering what can i gift him this Christmas?? hellppppp... suggest... Adios...
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Can anyone recommend a better router?
I need a wireless router that works well with (very) thick walls. I have my eye on this one: http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/belkin-n300-wireless-router-10991860-pdt.html Would anyone recommend this one or suggest a better one? Thanks