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Lost my sound on the pc, help please!
I have a reasonable dell pc and creative speaker system which has worked well but seems to have thrown a wobbler. For some reason the sound isn't working at all. I have tried switching off and on again which is the sum total of my techie knowledge but that failed miserably. I have tried a different speaker and headphones…
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eBooks without DRM
Hi, I want to buy some eBooks... preferably in the epub format, but the main thing is i need them to be pretty transferable/flexible between devices with no DRM Where is the best place to buy these books? By best I mean, consider the following: * good selection (inc. textbooks) * provides the epub format * contains no drm…
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Best way to securely wipe an old PC?
Hi I have now replaced by 10 yr old Dell Dimensio Desktop PC and want to dispose it securely and possibly sell it. I have read about Darik's Boot And Nuke to completely wipe it securely but after wiping it I would like to reinstall the Windows XP. The Dell came with CDs for drivers and Restore but if I use DBAN, will the…
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vokera compact 25
hi my vokera compact 25 the pump is running all the time even if nothing is on can anyone help
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Acer laptop stuck in diagnostic cycle
Hi all, I'm hoping someone can help me. I have a Acer aspire E1 laptop. I bought it from currys last Christmas. It has had a new hard drive when the first one crashed (and a second one when they fitted the wrong size). It crashed about a week ago, then started 'diagnosing your pc', this lasts about 8 hours, but dispite…
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Cannot access Paypal UK Community site - keeps reverting to green padlock
I am a registered member of the Paypal UK community site. I tried to log in just now to update status on a problem I am having at present but everytime I type in the URL, or indeed search on Paypal Discussion forum and click the option in Google, it defaults to this Green box starts{ [green padlock] Paypal INC, [US]} green…
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Windows 10-Going like a dream
Strange to get things free from Microsoft but Win 10 Beta is at the moment. I have just installed it on an old MSi U100. It used to run XP, then I put Linux on it (Cruchbang), but as I use Crunchbang on an Eee901 the U100 was available again. You sign up to the developers site on Microsoft .com. You can then download…
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SKYPE Issue
I'm on Windows 8 running on a Toshiba Laptop. When I open the SKYPE App, I get an "Oops ... there was a problem" & "We were unable to sign you in" message, meaning I can't get into SKYPE at all. Has been working previously but haven't opened SKYPE for a few weeks. Windows Updates are automatically turned on. Anyone had…
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HPslate 10.1 or the Asos Memo 10.1.. which is best?
Hi guys, my Samsung Galaxy tab 2.10 has just died on me so I need a new tablet, but I have a very small budget. I'm looking for a refurbished tablet with a 10 inch screen and a 1 year guarantee. The 2 I'm come across on Ebay under £150 are the HP Slate and the Asus Memo . Which is the better option, any teckie advice…
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whatsapp can't connect using my WiFi..Virgin media
Hello all, Hope someone can help. I've just had a Virgin Media broadband connection installed against my better judgement... My wife and I both work from home, and there is a lot of bandwidth draining devices on the network.. The BT connection on 5 Meg was being over taxed. Anyway, they've installed a super hub 2 router…
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Wireless printer - help required
I'm sure that someone on here will be able to help me I have a Canon MG3200 wireless printer and am running windows 7 on my laptop but my printer has stopped working wirelessly. It does work if connected directly to the laptop I have upgraded to fibre broadband connection recently and have a new router and password Can…
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Rechargeable batteries for portable phone.
I have a set of three BT "Freestyle" portable landline 'phones which are a few years old now. Unfortunately, the re-chargeable batteries have become unreliable over time and I'm wondering whether it's worth changing them and, if so, if anyone has any recommendations of what brand to choose? They've been good 'phones, but I…
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Windows 8 product keys
Does windows 8 still have product keys? i have yet another Toshiba laptop with yet another failed hard drive (quite a few this last few months), but i don't see a product key sticker on it. Did i read it's in the bios somewhere?
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Microsoft Money 2001 question
Wonder if anyone using the earlier versions of Money can answer my question. It is a very trivial point, but there may be a way round it. Is it possible to have 2 separate Portfolios in the Investing section? I hold shares/investment trusts in my own name and in designated accounts for my grandson. I've looked at all the…
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Iphone 4S Case
I am looking for a leather IPhone 4s case. Last couple I have had have the plastic surrounds to keep phone in place. As I take phone in and out of case a lot to use phone on dock the plastic parts keep on breaking. Anyone know of a case with a leather surround for phone rather than plastic or a suitable alternative. Like…
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Thread deleteted
Would someone explain why a post to download Giveaway of the Day - WinX DVD Ripper Platinum for free has been deleted.It was all legit.
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Sky+HD Picture issue
Hello all Don't know if this has affected anyone else but the other morning I woke up to find that Sky have done some kind of new software upgrade to my Sky+HD box saying that there are new features new planners etc etc which is fine no problem But here's the thing My Sky box is connected to my TV in my living room and I…
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Google play gift card
I have been given a google play gift card. I have an Apple macbook air with itunes where I store all my music. Are the 2 compatible? Do I need to do anything or do I just download from google play and it stores in itunes? Help!
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Tesco Hudl 2 Announced + first impressions post 11
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-29473392 Tesco Direct site http://www.tesco.com/direct/hudl2-8-wi-fi-tablet/454-7907.prd?pageLevel=&skuId=718-1001 No real specification yet - and unavailable at the moment
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PAYG 3G stick with wifi
We are going on a family trip to south wales in a few weeks for 7 days and we are renting a place with no broadband/wifi. DAK what would be a good option for a 3G dongle with wifi to connect the ipads/tablets/phones/laptops/zx81's that we will invariably take along? Looking at the coverage we will be restricted to…
