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Archives for February 2016

This Google Maps Video Shows Android Without an App Drawer and People are Freaking Ou
I'm on my 4th huawei and they never had an apps drawer You can have as many desktop screens as you like You can move those screens around as you like You can move your home screen around as you like Apps drawer? Don't want it, don't like it, don't need
Computer low on memory? how to fix?
Hello all I have a microsoft windows 8 travelmate b113 acer and keep getting the message computer low on memory. I checked the memory and its at 93% 4.0 GB DDR 3 3.5/3.9, in use 1.4GB avail 429MB, installed physical memory 4.0gb. Can any one help me to get this laptop working faster? thanks in advance
Windows 10 problem
The start menu has disappeared on me.I have followed all the videos on YouTube but nothing has helped:( I can access it in safe mode but when I switch back to normal mode it isn't there!!! Any help would be very much appreciated as it is my daughters laptop and she needs it for her homework,TIA
wow pc world are such incompetant
I went in store to buy a computer monitor, I thought I've bought too many monitors online before and I need to go instore and compare different displays before buying. They have all the monitors hooked up via VGA connections in the wrong aspect ratio as well!!. They have 4:3 display, some of the monitos are displaying it…
Splitting and transmitting an HDMI feed
Hi fellow techies, After some thoughts/experience here. I live in a flat - the freeview signal in my living room is fine, but the bedroom is terrible - 99% of channels don't work, which isn't the end of the world as I have a Chromecast but is a bit frustrating. I have just got an absolute smashing deal on a year's…
How do you know that a checksum text file has not been compromised?
This must be a naive question but imagine the following scenario. - Recently, Linux Mint was compromised and anyone downloading and installing it was probably hacked. - So you're advised to always do a checksum validation of the downloaded file. Taking example of Veracrypt. On one web page is the download and also a…
Moving files, keeping Dates
I want to move some files to another drive. Currently when I move files, the Date Modified updates to the date/time I move them. Is there a way I can keep all the original Dates (Date Modified/Date Created) the same on the moved files, so they don't update ?
Best UK Shared Web Host please?
Hi, I need to move my website over to a web hosting service with UK based servers. Speed of servers and good customer service are important. Any recommendations? T23
Mobile Phone Signal Booster
I have very poor signal on my mobile phone where I live. The signal strength is very poor on all networks. Does anybody have any experience of signal boosters ?? Would be interested to hear. Thanks in advance.
Unable to log into bank account using Windows 10.
I and my friend have been unable to log into our separate bank accounts using Windows 10, "wrong password" etc, I then tried to change our passwords - "unable to do so at this time". I resorted to the old vista laptop and got access to both accounts straight away. Is there something I can alter on my new acer laptop or on…
Windows update problem
Dell Latitude D630 running Win 7 Professional SP1. Any time I try to update it gets stuck at "Checking for updates". It never completes and stays on the same screen. I thought I'd update to Windows 10 but the installation hangs at "Checking for updates" as well. Any suggestions of how to get it to complete the checks and…
Buying electronics online from shops in EU
If I'm not mistaken, this shop http://www.luxussound.com/Speaker/BeoLab-18/BeoLab-18.html sells for EUR 2590 cheapest version; in the UK, the best I could find is http://www.petertyson.co.uk/ebuttonz/ebz_product_pages/bang_and_olufsen_beolab_18.shtml £4350. This doesn't appear to be price for the pair, which was my first…
How to click youtube links?
Hi I have a samsung tablet, galaxy note 10.1 and want to know how to click on you tube links ? For example, at the end of a video it could say click here to watch this video but when I click nothing happens? I've Googled this and tried deleting cookies, cache and browsing history via Internet settings but it hasn't worked?…
Acer W10, Constantly rebooting
Hi My old Acer 5742, wont start. Just keeps constantly rebooting in W10. All i seem to be able to do is press F2 at start up. But then cant see were to go into safe mode. I do have recovery dvd discs, but the drive starts but doesnt get far enough before it reboots. Any ideas what to do? Thanks
External hard drive fix R3 recovery Sheffield
I'm not sure if I've made a huge mistake or this is just the price but I sent my hard drive for recovery with R3 data recovery in Sheffield (also linked from data recovery hospital). Quote came through as £550 plus VAT but if it couldn't be fixed then it would be free so I sent it off. They had suggested I contact the my…
Dab signal problems
I drive all day in a lorry and the radio is rubbish, I have a plug socket so bought a cheap DAB radio. The signal is appalling. I have the arieal as high as it goes and still a poor signal. Is it just because it's a cheap radio. Is it because I am moving to I can't get a decent signal. Should I just throw the radio in the…
Rebuild or Restore Key
If I ever need to rebuild my Win 10 laptop again (a likely event) - and it has become so corrupt, that the restore partition is inaccessible - and I have to rely on using a freshly downloaded ISO image..... Will my product key still allow me to activate - automaticallty (from the BIOS) - or will I have to physically input…
Software refund - is it possible?
My husband bought a license to use Microsoft Business Office for a year. It is taking too much of my time to get it up and running so we have decided not to use it after all. Is it possible to get a refund? Does anyone know?
Avira and get rid of firewall unsecure status.
I used to have Avast on my window 7 laptop. Then I upgraded it probably to the latest version, that's when my internet browsing with chrome slowed down and my wireless internet connection dropped regularly. I had a couple of blue screens too. I removed Avast from my laptop and it was between going back to AVG or try Avira.…
Windows Defender or Avast ???
Laptop with Windows 10. Avast free version is on it but it's starting to annoy me. Presume Windows Defender will do the job just as well ??

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
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Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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