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Archives for August 2017

CryptoCurrency MINING
Any body here from mining community hit me up, need advice :beer:
Video Conference Calls
Hi I was invited to take part in the above. Managed to finally "get in"but then was asked to phone a number, and put in a pin code. Dialled the number from my landline and it said number not recognised. Was I meant to dial it on the keyboard, totally confused, We haven't got a clue how to do it in this house! Thanks
CCTV mobile app problem
any help/advice would be much appreciated. had DVR recorder and cameras installed earlier last year. we have always viewed cameras on an IVMS 4500 mobile app. its worked well until a few days ago the app stopped working on both iphones and Android. Rang Hikvision they suggested because all stopped working suddenly it may…
USB on TV Query
My TV has a USB port. I have downloaded a video clip from my computer onto a USB stick but when I put the USB stick in my TV nothing happens. By that I mean the video does not play. Any idea why not ??
completely wiping the disk on a Mac computer
Does anyone know if there's a way of completely wiping your disc on a Mac and then reinstalling the operating system? A pesky bit of malware has got into my Mac computer and while I think I've got rid of the main part, the computer generally is still slow to respond, making me think there's something still on the system…
ad blocker
can someone tell me of a decent ad blocker, There are so many i am totally confused. Thanks
Google verification code
Yesterday, out of the blue, I received a text message saying: "G-xxxxxx (six-digit number) is your Google verification code." I haven't requested this, I haven't made any changes to my settings, I haven't signed in from a new device and I don't use two-part verification. I'm concerned that someone is trying to log into my…
YouTube double spacing??
Is it just me? Or have Youtube changed design and the subscriptions are now double spaced? I had uBlock remove all the clutter so my subs fitted the screen perfectly. Now they seem to think i am BLIND!! and need the text double spaced to be readable? This does my OCD no good at all :) I may as well just have everything on…
!!!!!! emails
over the last 12 months I have been receiving sex emails, I thought I would block them but they somehow have managed to copy my own email address which I cannot block. I am receiving about 10 to 15 a day supposedly from different people all using my own email. Is there anything I can do.
Broadband speeds
Hi Really hope someone is able to help. Although I live about 15 miles between 2 major towns our internet speed has been virtually useless at less than 1. At the beginning of August Sky told me that fibre was now available for us so i got in touch with our provider Plusnet to get it changed. After lots of issues we were…
Have i been pwned ?
This link was from the Bbc website and gives you a chance to see if your email address, and possibly passwords have been compromised. The news comes after they've found a giant spambot. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-41095606 But if i type my email address in, is there a danger of them adding me to their list ?
handheld trackball mouse
I am looking for a decent quality (wired) handheld trackball mouse - suitable for use with a laptop (Win 10) The only type that I can find are https://www.amazon.co.uk/YUMQUA-Y-01-Portable-Finger-Trackball/dp/B00IXVNWD0/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_lp_t_2/257-5156573-8807401?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=K81E28EWVVQTK5WPZEGH&th=1 These are…
Ad Choices driving me mad
For the life of me I cannot get rid of Ad choices, and they are getting more and more. I have followed instructions by googling and looked in programs to uninstall but it isn't showing. I am running windows 7 home premium on Google chrome.
WiFi set up w/o Ethernet socket
Ever since I have been setting up internet on new PC's or laptops or introducing new routers to systems, I have read the instructions (I know) and it states to connect first with an Ethernet cable to the Network Adaptor (non- wireless), set up and then initialise Wi-Fi. This is also required when carrying out Broadband…
Problem with Nokia 3310
A friend has just been given a new Nokia. She can text everyone else and believes she is receiving texts from everyone else (although she has no way of actually knowing that) but is only getting my texts intermittently. We have asked her to look at the block feature and she is sure I am not blocked, she has switched off…
How do I resize returns label with adobe acrobat reader dc
I've been sent a returns label to print off but it's in pdf format so I've open it with adobe acrobat reader dc but is there a way to see what size it will print and if it's to big how do I resize it to fit a 13cm x 21cm packet. I'm using a Epson xp-202 printer.
MSE News: Two million CeX customers told to change passwords after hack
Two million CeX customers are being told to change their passwords after the company was hacked...Read the full story: 'Two million CeX customers told to change passwords after hack' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
711 million email addresses/passwords compromised
711,477,622 email addresses/passwords have been compromised according to "Have I been pwned?" https://www.troyhunt.com/inside-the-massive-711-million-record-onliner-spambot-dump/ Should we be worried?
Easy way to back up a phone please
My husband's phone has broken - the battery has blown so it needs to be sent back to the manufacturer. It is a Samsung Galaxy A3. We have been told to back up everything to a computer as they will need to wipe the phone. Is there a simple way of doing this and then putting the info back again? I have been trying to find a…
Amazon Fire Youtube app
Hi Bought a couple of Fires for kids who live in Egypt. As they are young, mum has set up parental controls, but has been unable to download the Youtube app. Initially, it said that it was because it needs to be done in Amazon.com, but when she tried to do that, it is not having any of it. I admit to being a complete…

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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
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
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 low-income 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.
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
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
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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