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Emails hijacked
A couple of my email accounts have been hijacked, not sure how many of them yet but I have quite a few. The weird thing is, I mainly use my iphone to check emails - can they get viruses? I am running malwarebytes (updated and doing full scan) on my pc and laptop and will change the email account passwords. They didn't…
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NAS storage advice?
Hi, Been following this thread about network storage: https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/4060161 And decided I finally need to take the plunge and get myself a NAS enclosure so all the family can access the same data at once without messing about with cables and external HDDs. What I have: 1tb HDD 2tb HDD What…
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Printing problems
I have a HP psc 1350 not compatable with Windows 7 but the basic drivers in the computer used to work it just fine until a while ago, until an update. Now between the computer / printer they do not like to print labels or envelopes, they print but not in the right place. I've tried allsorts but no luck. Anybody with things…
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How safe is verified by visa?
I was about to make a purchase then a verified by visa box popped up. It was asking me for my name, postcode, DOB, card number, security number and sort code. How safe is it to put all of this information into the little boxes and register? Is it just as risky as putting in any information to other websites to make…
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Do I really need to have 3g with an ipad2
Hi there, Sorry a bit of a novice, I'm looking at buying an iPad2 with wi-fi but have noticed the 3G version do i really need 3G? It'l mostly be used at home with a wi-fi connection? Thanks
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Who sells double density 5.25" floppy disks?
It's a bit of an obscure one, but someone must still make and sell these somewhere? Now I suspect someone is going to ask why these disks and not a modern option, the answer is that it's programmes I have written myself for the BBC micro. They won't run on any other system so getting it on to a CD or something newer is no…
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Group Policies - Windows 7
Hi All, Just located this helpful page to do with Registry Keys and Group Policies - Windows 7 Home Edition does not come with gpedit.msc so these excel files list the policy's reg keys instead. http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=25250 WilliamO
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New PC advice please :)
Ok, I have finally accepted that my beloved PC needs upgrading/replacing! I have the skills to do a build, I just don't really have the time to source all the components so I am probably looking for a partial build really ... I did look on dabs.com & novatech & found some barebone pcs which may suit - anyone got any…
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Laptop Screen Broken
My granddaughter has just broken her laptop screen and is heartbroken is it possible to get this replaced or will we have to buy a new laptop?
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ADSL Filters ??
Use BT Broadband. Had ADSL filter in the line for years all worked fine. All OK no problems for years. Sent new BT router Business Hub 3. New router set up dead easy running OK for about 4 or 5 hours then broadband light went off & could not connect to broadband. Tried absolutely everything to fix it but no way would it…
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patched_c.lyt Trojan Horse Removal - HELP!
Boyfriend has managed to get his laptop infected with this virus and I'm really struggling to remove it :angry: AVG and Malwarebytes can't remove it so I've tried following the step-by-step here but I don't seem to have the registry files it wants me to delete! Can anyone help, please?! As this is driving me crazy! It's an…
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Networked Storage - Accessible over wired and wireless connections...help?
Ok, First up, I'm not a n00b on computers, infact I'm very competent in most aspects... Networking on the other hand I am useless at. Okay so I can setup and secure a wireless router etc, but beyond that I've never bothered to learn as it simply held no interest for me. The thing is I need to now setup a storage box -…
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Hotmail doesn't block linkedin
Any of you clever guys able to tell me why, despite adding @linkedin.com to the blocked senders list of my Hotmail account, I still have emails from them turning up regularly in my inbox..??
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Strange Goings On....
Hi, can anybody suggest anything to help with my desktop probs please. 1) Hotmail a/c was hacked last week, rubbish email with the 'get rich quick' link was sent to all peeps in my contact list - 400+... My account has now been unblocked and passwords changed but I don't know how this happened and if there is anything else…
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Advice Please, replacing a double wall socket, can I just switch off the mains power
Hi, I wonder if someone could advise me? I want to replace a faulty double socket on my kitchen wall, can I just switch off the mains power and replace it or do i have to do anything about the central heating boiler which is situated upstairs in a bedroom and is quite unconnected. I am sorry if I am asking this in the…
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Sharing external HD on Windows and Linux?
I have downloaded lots of files in a folder on a Windows 7 machine (about 5Gb folder) which I want to put onto an external USB HD that can then be read by a Linux machine. What filesystem would be best to use? Any other tips?
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Windows 7 not booting - 0x0000007b - stuck in startup recovery loop
I'm having a problem with my Windows 7 Dell netbook. Whilst running the other night I encountered a BSOD with a 0x0000007b STOP error (no other details). Since, it won't boot to Windows (even in safe mode). Instead it goes to Startup recovery. This generally goes through the searching for problems and fixing problems…
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humax pvr9200tb-g not recording sound
Please feel free to move my thread if it is in the wrong place! My "humax pvr9200tb-g" is intermittently not recording sound on my scheduled recordings. Any advice really appreciated, missed Corro last night! lol
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Cheap places for printer ink?
I've just bought a refill of all the ink for my printer (Canon MG5150), which needs four cartridges, and it cost so much money! I was just wondering if anybody knows any cheaper sites than Staples for buying ink from?
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Whats the best free messaging prog for Android phone
Off the spain in 2 weeks and want to keep in touch with the kids at home Should be able to connect to free Wifi in the hotel Been reading up a bit and someone has suggested Trillian or Skype The main word is FREE :D
