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Archives for April 2012

My computer has a black blank screen with a flashing curser
Hi I was using my computer yesterday I nipped downstairs to make a brew and when I came back up my pc just had a blank screen the only way I could turn it off was by switching the plugs off, then when I tried to restart it it loaded the first page but as windows is about to load it has a black screen with a flashing curser…
Help needed to superimpose a head on a photo
Help needed to superimpose a head on a photo please. I have tried to do this on both Photoshop & GIMP but I can't get it right. I am trying to superimpose my sons head onto a football players body. We are having a surprise birthday party for him and I think it will be fun to display the pictures on the night. He is a…
Sky Broadband Slow speeds
Official MSE Insert: If you've arrived from Google, our fully researched Boost your BroadBand speed guide may be helpful. Back to the original post... I've just come off the phone from Sky's Broadband technical support. Recently over the last few days my broadband has been rather slow. When I went into the router, the…
Cloud scares me!
I feel I ought to back everything I have to cloud, as whilst I do have a seperate HD, I like the idea of safe storage, and access from my desktop, laptop, Galaxy 2 phone, and possibly remote computers? Have looked at lots, and thing Google Drive, or Just Cloud may fit? I want to back up music, pictures (in Picasa) and all…
Where to find the list of Sony Smart TV Apps?
I'm planning to buy a smart TV or a blu-ray player from either Sony or Samsung. On Samsung website, you can easily find what Smart TV Apps are available: http://www.samsung.com/uk/tvapps/ However, I cannot find the equivalent on Sony website. Could you pls help find Sony list, if such a thing exists on the web? Thank you.
Can I get free kaspersky with my Barclaycard (not a Barclays bank account)?
Hi all, Don't have a Barclays account, but I do have a Barclaycard which I manage online via Barclaycard.co.uk - Anyone know if that qualifies for the free Kaspersky offer? No worries if not, as I've just got a free 12 month ESET Smart Security license :)
cheapest kaspersky anti virus?
I've been using Kaspersky for years and really happy with it. I know there's free or cheaper out there but prefer to stick with Kaspersky. Can anyone direct me to where I might find their cheapest 2/3 user Anti Virus for 2012/2013? Thanks.
vista print web hosting?
looking for cheap 2/3 page web site .. vista look reasonable with a per month charge and 30 cancellation ,,anyone know whether there worth using? thanks shaun
facebook on android phone
is anybody else with an android phone having this problem i have the latest version of facebook but when i click on my news feed i get the message
Hard Drive Data Recovery - Datatrack Labs
Hi, My 1TB external hard drive recently decided to stop pack up after 18months. The drive's hardly been used and has over 700gb of free space. Problem is, the drive has every single baby photo we have ever taken of our soon to be 2yr old son... Its really distressing as the photos are irreplaceable. I've tried everything I…
Replacement Power Supply for Laptop
I have an old HP compaq nx 9005 with no power supply that was working fine last time it was plugged in (about 2 years ago!). Only reason we stopped using it was that the battery would not hold a charge and the old power adapter "pin" was not making good contact with the jack (the pin looked sort of corroded inside) so…
Printing 2 different photos onto on paper
Hi, looking for some guidance please to print two different 7x5 photos onto one piece of A4 photo paper. I was intending to use word if this is the easiest way. Thanks
Windows Flashing Cursor and Keyboard Beeps
Hello I went to switch on my old laptop yesterday after not using it for a while because of a virus infection, but now find it not starting up at all. It is Windows 7 Home edition. All I get now is a black screen with white flashing cursor. When I try to boot the recovery disk or press F1, ESC etc the keyboard just beeps…
DDR 3 ram
Hi Guys Can someone please tell me if DDR3 will work if i fit it in DDR2 slots. Reason being DDR 3 is a lot cheaper than DDR2. Thanks
problems with windows mail!
When I try to send an email through windows mail the widows security box opens and asks for my username and login. When I enter this the message attempts to send then fails then the box pops up again asking for login details to verify the details are correct for my mail server. Does anyone know how to stop this and get…
Help with elderly uncles computer
Uncles computer is spinning with B/W screen stating Safe mode Safe mode with networking Safe mode with command prompt Last known good config Start windows normally Computer is old. Local guy has quoted price for new computer which uncle has accepted “We are where we are”. What does he need to do to access his computer to…
3 mobile bb problems
Hi I was wondering if I could pick your brains about a problem I've been having with my 3 mobile broadband. When I click to connect to the internet all appears well, I have full signal strength and my connection type is HSPA and it connects fine however, there is where my problems begin as the web page won't actually load.…
All in one pc
Hi, Anyone have a all-in-one pc, i'm looking to get one but just want some feedback from anyone who has one. :)
Money for Recycled Cartridges
Hi all, Does anyone know where I can get money for my used Canon MG5250 printer cartridges? The ink cartridge codes are CLI526 and PGI525. Many thanks in advance. Chris
In-car dvd player suggestions.
Hi all, Hoping to have a uk holiday this year, only problem is impatient children. Can anyone recommend an in car dvd player? The type that you put on the back of headrests so it can go at the back of the people carrier. One that can have headphones attached would be good too. Dont want to spend too much as it will only…

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