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Ransomeware/virus question
Evening all, So my friends dad has some sort of Ransomewear/virus on their pc I've not seen what it is but am going to have a look at it tomorrow. Apparently its locked the pc and has the usual ring this number to unlock..(this next bit isn't pleasant reading), they rang the number :shocked: and whoever was on the phones…
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Domains for Email only
I'm a bit dim so please be gentle with me. I've read in a recent thread that I could buy a Domain name & use it just for email, not getting a website. IE, myname@mydomain.com. then get the email "bounced" to a newly set up GMX account. Who do I use for this & do I also need a hosting service? If not, where are the emails…
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Suspicious files on laptop
Hello When I run my various malware/AV checks, I am getting this message. Can anyone help me sort out my problems please? Thanks. Suspicious files ____________________________________________________________ +++++++++++++++++++++++++ Size . . . . . . . : 129,504 bytes Age . . . . . . . : 0.0 days (2016-03-09 19:10:00)…
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Potential hack?
I look after a computer for a couple of friends, and whilst I was picking up their computer for another reason, they told me they had had a phone call about searching for financial advice online, the person on the end of the phone even had their computer password. Have they been hacked? The computer is just a couple of…
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correct/best SD card for my tablet?
Hi, i have purchased a new tablet it is this one: http://www.johnlewis.com/lenovo-miix-300-tablet-with-detachable-keyboard-intel-atom-2gb-ram-windows-10-10-1-32gb-wi-fi-black/p2309219?;tmad=c;tmcampid=81&s_emcid=JLE1799_EMWBIS_20160308&s_afcid=af_47868&awc=1203_1457546920_4116658bad4a762ccce54c32a90aeb96 But I'm unsure…
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Getting Pop Ups saying I have Malicious Spyware
Yesterday I got these weird boxes coming up saying download Reimageplus.com as Windows 10 say I had been infected. Also a voice insisting I call toll free. Firefox and E both froze could not even close, had to use icon at botton of page and right click. I have Norton so when to support and the guy took over an hour…
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Not genuine copy of windows after updates
Oh dear. Just installed 17 win 7 updates Ok but when computer restarted it claimed the copy of windows was not genuine ! It is genuine, home premium retail, I have had it for about 4-5 years with no problem. what can I do? Will a system restore work? any help much appreciated.
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hard drive for music attached to tv/soundbar
I am in the process of buying a PANASONIC VIERA TX50CX802B 50 inch 4K Ultra HD 3D Smart LED TV Freetime Freeview HD freesat HD with a Sonos playbar. Rather than having to have my laptop turned on to access my music library I would like all my music to be stored on a hard drive and connect this to my TV so it can be played…
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Scart to HDMI - DVD to new smart tv
Hi Just bought a samsung 32" smart tv for daughters room but no scart slot. I need to connect a small dvd player which I originally connected scart to scart. Is there such a thing as a scart to HDMI as I am having trouble finding one. Thank you in Advance
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Cannot install iTunes on new Windows 10 laptop
Hi all, AS the title suggests, I have just bought a new Toshiba laptop, a Windows 10, 64 bit, version 1511, x64. I cannot install (I can download the file) iTunes on the laptop. When I execute the download file, I get this message from Windows Installer. "THIS INSTALLATION PACKAGE COULD NOT BE OPENED. VERIFY THAT THE…
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Upgrading from Windows 10 Home to Pro but using new key and no reinstall?
After a torturous all-weekend process finally did the free W7 to W10 update. Want Bitlocker (in preference to Veracrypt which I find clunky and I think it interferes with Sleep mode) and I know there's an easy upgrade to unlock Windows 10 Pro for about £100 (!). On the other hand could get a much cheaper Pro license from…
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Re-using a Nokia 5110
I recently tried to breathe life back into a late 90s Nokia 5110 handset. I felt it would be ideal for an elderly relative who can't manage most of the more modern keypads. It hadn't been used for years, and the battery was completely dead, so I ordered a new one for about £11. All worked fine until I had to charge it, and…
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Facebook How to change language
Help I have accidentally changed my language to some Chinese type script I have read that I should go to settings on top right but all the headings are now on the opposite side I don't seem to be able to access settings I see the drop down arrow The lock Then the Globe Private message and Friends Could anyone please advise…
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Amazon Fire stick geographic restriction
Hi, Can anyone advise will a UK purchased firestick loaded with kodi work abroad ie Portugal/Spain, as I seem to recall seeing it mentioned some where that the are geographic restrictions on a firestick, or will these only effect the Amazon content on the firestick.
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DBAN not working
Hi im trying to wipe my laptop before reloading it. I have a disk with DBAN loaded onto it but i can get to the blue DBAN loading screen and i enter start in interactive mode. It then says loading but goes back to my log on screen not giving me option to delete anything. What am i doing wrong please?
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Annoying pop up message
Lately I keep on getting a message asking me if I want to leave or stay on this page and it is driving me mad :mad: How do I get rid of it any one know? Windows 10 explorer. Thanks
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Ipad 2 slowing up
Our Ipad2 is slowing up in as much as that when typing it seems to play catch up where you wait for a second or two for the text to appear. Also web pages are taking longer to appear, running OSI 7.1.1 Anyone else having similar problems? Regards
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Bah! Humbug! Microsoft's "important" update AGAIN
Despite the fact I've marked KB3035583 as hidden, still it comes along with Windows Updates for my x64 Windows 7, described by Microsoft as an Important update in the listing but then coyly downgraded to 'Recommended Update' in a description which reads: 'Install this update to resolve issues in Windows'. The vagueness, of…
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Need advice on new NAS file-sharing setup
My 2TB Buffalo NAS has recently died on me, but while searching for a new one I've found myself getting hopelessly confused. Tech seems to have advanced so much in just the last couple of years and I have no clue what many of the technical specifications mean anymore! Ideally I want a set up where I can: - Access any file…
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Wii & Games - reasonable price?
Hi, just wondering what you'd think is a reasonable price for the following: Black Nintendo Wii 2 controllers Balance Board Sensor Bar 2 Nanchuks Games: Wii Active with accessories; Sports; Sports Resort; Just Dance 2; Rayman Origins
