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Installing an OS
Ive just bought a new pc that will be delivered without an operating system. I have a genuine windows XP and Windows 7 installation dvd(s) Is the process simple as just inserting the dvd into the drive? I thought I should ask now as when it comes I will be without the internet until I get it up and running.
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transferring programs from on laptop to another
Hi how do I simply transfer programs from one windows 7 laptop to another windows 7 laptop - I foolishly believed it would happen via windows easy transfer and a belkin easy transfer cable . I would prefer to avoid hassle of finding all the disks or having to download again. Many thanks in advance
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Printer ink cartridges
Not sure if I'm on the right board with this one but can anyone give me recommendations for a good compatible ink cartridge company please? I bought some compatible cartridges for my Dell printer and of the four I bought, only two of them worked. I'm trying to save a chunk of money by not buying the actual Dell ones, and…
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Panasonic micro NN-GD371S.
I'd like to know if anyone has any first hand knowledge of this micro...it features in Costco this month and is at a decent price. I've googled and it does have a which? Best buy, but would like personal viewpoints. TIA Les x
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Mobile BB USB stick
I need some advise b4 I buy the T-mobile BB usb stick E3131. I wanted to get this for when I visit my mother's house who doesn't have BB so that I can still acces email and general surfing. Can someone please help me with the following questions I understand that when I top up with £10 am I correct that when I go online I…
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Someone Tried To Hack Into My Gmail Account!
Hello Everyone, I just got a warning message from my Gmail account saying someone has tried to log into my Gmail account from San Antonio Chile! They told me to change my password which I just have done. This is them Friday, November 2, 2012 12:14:29 PM GMT IP Address: 190.44.100.58 (vtr.net) Location: San Antonio, Chile…
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Samsung Galaxy Tab GT-P1000 (7 inch) and Movies
Dudes, I own this tablet and my inability to play legit digital movies (from bonus blu-rays mainly) is driving me nuts and I can't find any solutions on-line, which is making my head spin. Now I know it can cope with movies - Warner/Fox digital copies (Planet of The Apes, Promethius) are downloaded onto their 'Plays…
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galaxyS2 bought off Ebay 4 months ago and does not work now
Hi I successfully bidded for a Samsung Galaxy S2 on July 1st and paid by paypal on my credit card. Within a month it stopped working. Virgin media said it was blocked and i should contact the seller. I contacted the seller and he got it unblocked saying 'sorry, this has never happened before, if it goes wrong again please…
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Will a USB 3.0 cable future-proof possible 4G mobile b/b dongles?
I currently have an occasionally slow 3G connection, but if I buy a 5m USB extention lead I could achieve direct line of sight to a 3 transmitter a couple of km away. I hope to evenually get a 4G dongle, and a USB 3.0 computer, (but not necessarily at the same time) so will there be any advantage in going for an expensive…
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Netbooks - any recommendations?
Hello all, I've recently been asked by my boss to explore the idea of using a netbook during our meetings with clients. At the moment we use papers to jot down clients details, and put the details onto our system afterwards. Very long winded and old-school process. We explored the idea of using Tablets and iPads but our…
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Nexus 7 or Kindle Fire HD
My daughter wants a hand held device of some sort - 17 years old. She is buying. She will get a laptop next year when she goes to uni. She already has an Android phone. Se initially pitched at a Kindle Fire HD and then asked me to have a look. I had never really bothered with them as I saw them as a bit of a toy if I am…
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New update for IO6 IPads
Just downloaded new iPad update that's supposed to correct all the previous problems.
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AVG Help please.
I have scanned with AVG and it has picked up 2 viruses which are unhealed.When I try to remove the infections (hit the heal icon) I get the following message. Moved object is bigger then the archive size limit. C\Toshiba\Drivers\Value Added Package\Data1.cab Go to file Ignor (icons) What happens if I go to file? I have…
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Pairing powerline adapters?
Hi I am looking to buy 2 more powerline adapters and was wondering if I could change the make and model and still get them to pair. I have already got TP-LINK TL-PA211KIT 200Mbps Mini Powerline Ethernet adapter kit, twin pack and they seem to work quite well. They are on offer agin at Currys and , with a discount code ,…
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PayLeven query
Has anyone used PayLeven.co.uk? If so, what are the pros and cons if any? WilliamO
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Broadband & Wifi help required
Hi folks I need some help with my sky broadband. Our main (master) telephone socket is in our living room but our PC is in the 2nd bedroom upstairs. I've plugged the router into a 2nd telephone socket in our main bedroom and run an extension cable through the hall. Is there any other way of hooking things up that doesn't…
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Richer Sounds
Does anyone know if you can get a discount if you buy numerous big items? Do they have the power? I'm goin for a tele on Saturday but would be interested in a few other things if they could sort me out?
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How can I improve streaming picture quality
I have fibre broadband with around 35mbps average download speed....I stream through a relatively old laptop(Dell Latitude D600), and although its ok to watch on the laptop screen, when I try to watch on a 40" lcd tv, the quality naturally suffers..... What options do I have, other than upgrade to a better laptop with a…
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Microsoft Outlook
Evening - I hope that someone can give me some good advice... I'm thinking about getting a new PC (an all-in-one model) and the only thing holding me back is a worry about MS Outlook. My current PC has this on which I use to access my BT emails. Something in the back of my memory is recalling information about this…
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does anyone use 18650 lithium batteries?
They are popular in North America but not so much here. Can anyone recommend a brand and a charger for them? I am considering buying a torch that takes 18650 batteries.
