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Laptop can't see. Lynksysrouter
IPad is fine as u can see, and the laptop was ok a few weeks ago but suddenly I'm getting the message - the settings saved on this computer for the network do not match the requirement of the network - The laptop can 'see' the wifi. And strength is excellent. I can connect to an unsecured BT fon network near by, but not my…
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positive wires in PC
Hi,my son is building a computer and he is doing the system panel connectors. The pins are labelled positive and negative. The wires are not labelled positive or negative They have a label such as 'reset sw' and an arrow pointing towards one of the wires The 'RESET SW' consists of 2 wires red and black- the arrow is…
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Avast or Bitdefender?
Hi , i can not decided which to go with ( free version) Avast seems to have more bells and whistle ,whilst BD seems to out score Avast in most of the lab the tests . What are others views between the to ? I assume BD free has the same database engine as the paid for versions?
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Could uploading a file to virustotal infect my computer?
Hi folks, I have been wondering about this for a while. if I upload a file to virustotal for analysis, could this actually infrect my computer as I believe that I have to open the file just before it is sent? Thanks for any advice about this. martin57
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Please delete
Problem solved please delete
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Android on tablet
Just got Android tablet for Xmas - its running 4.2.2 - is it possible to upgrade Android version and how would I do it? I have been into About and there is no update button? Its running Kernel 3.0.36 - is it possible and worthwhile to update this as well and how would I do it? Any other tips for an Android tablet would be…
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Removing Iminent
Hi, I am trying to remove Iminent s/w from a laptop running Windows 7. I have gone into programs and uninstalled the Iminent toolbar. I could not uninstall Iminent as I got the message "You are not connected to the internet" even though I was. I installed Adw Cleaner to clean up any items and after doing that Imiment…
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FREESAT Channels
FREESAT used to have 10 or 11 news channels, in the past week or so I can only see 4, I have lost EURONEWS, SKY NEWS, NHK, CNBC and Bloomberg and maybe a few others. On a positive front tho' LBC97.3 is now available - handy for me as it's not on my DAB transmitter weher I live. Has anyone else noticed this channel change,…
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Is a smart tv worth it for me?
Our tv is ten years old and works just fine, but we are being seduced by the sales Today I looked at a lg 3d smart tv. Now I know that a 3d is supposed to make HD a lot clearer so that's a plus I think seeing as my tv is only HD ready Three HDMI sockets are a plus- mine only has one and it's a pain having to click over to…
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Problem with Windows update Microsoft Office 2010 service pack 2
My laptop is asking me to install the above update and claims that it is important. If I try to install it, I get the following message Microsoft Office Single Image 2010 is not accessible. I have no idea what Single Image 2010 is or whether it is important. I googled the title and found some discussions about its purpose…
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Laptop options
I've got an old Compaq AMD Sempron-based Windows XP laptop that I bought in 2006 which has had a hard drive crash (not fatal, can still access it via a USB-hosted caddy to get the data) and I feel I've got the following options:* Replace the hard drive and reinstall XP or Linux on it * Buy a new laptop or netbook with…
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Moving from XP to 7
I am moving from my old XP netbook to my son's hand me down Windows 7 laptop. I notice some differences, mainly in transferring audio files onto my Nokia x2. On my XP netbook I could move files or copy them. On windows 7 I only seem able to copy them. Is there a way to change the default?
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Boosting DAB radio signals?
Hi. I recently bought a DAB radio (I had a thread about it on here). Unfortunately there is little to no signal - I can only get FM to work. But that defeats the object of paying £50 for a DAB - I think I'm going to take it back for a refund. Meanwhile............ I'm wondering if there's any way to boost the signal of a…
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iPad security etc.....
We have bought DS an iPad 2 for Christmas. It is a thing of beauty but we are unsure if we need to install antivirus software on it? I've tried looking through the Apple boards but there are several different opinions. Also, the thing seems to be plagued with ads, we run Firefox with Adblocker on our Windows pc and…
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USB plug for MP3 player
Hey all, just wondering if I can use any USB plug to charge my MP3 player, like the one I have for my phone, or should I get one specifically for it? Sick of charging it through my laptop.
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Photo enlargement quality/minimum pixel requirements
Hi all clever peeps, I have my wedding photos on a disk and want to get some printed and enlarged. Just as a start I was looking at Boots. They have posters of 40 x 30cm but, when I upload the photo I want enlarged, it says it doesn't meet the minimum pixel requirement of 2880 x 3840. On the photo properties (the upload in…
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Should I bother with Linux?
Having recently emptied and formatted my secondary HDD I've been thinking about trying Linux as a dual-boot alongside Windows 7, but the sheer amount of choice is a bit overwhelming. Any advice or recommendations would be welcome; however, before I even start asking the many questions I have... should I even bother with…
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Bluetooth system & dab radio
I am looking for a dab radio with Bluetooth capability for living room. Don't want it to be huge or loud. I don't want anything with a dock. Ill be streaming from iPhone & nexus 7. Budget is around £100, maybe tiny bit more. Want something with good pedigree & build quality & won't date in looks. Preferably rechargeable.…
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Nexus 7 broken screen
What is the cheapest way to fix the screen on a 2 month old Nexus 7.
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Control Humax Hdr-Fox T2 with Samsung LED TV Remote?
Hi all, just bought my ol' Mum a Samsung UE40F6500 LED Smart TV, but would like to be able to use the Samsung Smart Remote to control her Humax DVR box. I've tried using the Universal Remote Control setup feature :oof the TV, but the DVR doesn't appear to be listed as a supported device. Does anyone know whether it's…
