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Heating control
Hi I am looking for the best option I have for home heating control controlled by an app, simple to use but very effective Any advise much appreciated. Cheers.
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Home security - app
Hi I am looking for the best option I have for home security controlled by an app, simple to use but very effective Any advise much appreciated. Cheers.
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Anyone with wesbites on TsoHosts (formerley Vidahost)?
Since vidahost were taken over by tsohosts the reliability of their service has got worse. Has anyone else noticed this? Examples: 1) Email forwarders randomly stop working 2) Site runs slowly and in an attempt to resolve it they make all sites on the node read-only whilst they "fix" it, They dont tell you they're doing…
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Winrar threat
May be a good idea to uninstall WinRar if you have it installed .. https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2019/02/nasty-code-execution-bug-in-winrar-threatened-millions-of-users-for-14-years/ It doesnt do anything 7-zip cant do anyway
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DGL Virtual desktop question?
Hi everyone, Anyone know anything about DGL Virtual desktop?? My wife's company has just moved from a server based system to this. I shouldn't have to ask questions here for her, but the woman organizing this dosen't have a clue about anything to do with IT or computers!!! It seems impossible to drag anything from the PC's…
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Virtual meeting software
This may be a bit of a long shot, but if anyone has any knowledge or ideas on this, I'd be really grateful. Is there any software around that can host a virtual meeting, with say up to 12-15 people, somewhat on the lines of a giant Facetime chat, where everyone can see each other and chat freely through microphones? I've…
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Not printing ...
There is probably something blindingly obvious about this problem but I can't think of it, so here goes ... Windows 10; Canon MP640. Never had a problem printing text. Did do something a while ago to enable printing PDF tickets/boarding passes, but can't remember what. Today I tried printing a WORD document. It has a…
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Humax 9150t USB Wireless adapter
i have a Humax 9150T which disappointedly did not include an USB wireless adapter. If you purchase one from Humax it is over £20. Do you have to use a Humax branded USB wireless adapter to make it work or is there a cheaper comparable brand that will do the same job.
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Finding duplicate words.phrases in Word 2016?
I know about the Find/Replace option which is good if you know the word you're looking for. But is there a way to locate duplication words automatically in a 139,000 word document which you don't know have been replicated? TIA
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Amazon Prime with YouView?
I have a non-smart TV which I use with a TalkTalk Youview box. I also have an Amazon Prime subscription. Is there any way I can watch Prime content on my TV and if so how please? Thanks
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Ethernet cable to wifi extender?
Following some worrying trends in the neighbourhood, I’m looking to install a home cctv system for added security / peace of mind. I’ve been recommended a 4 camera system (which I’m reasonable comfortable with installing) which comes with a 1TB DVR box. Due to the ease of running cables from the 4 cameras through my loft…
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skygo from iPad or iPhone to tv
Hi all We are about to move house and I have an outbuilding I will use as my office. I want to do it up nicely and one thing I wanted was a tv on the wall. I have the use of my parents sky via skygo and wanted to be able to stream it when in the ‘office’ to the tv. To do this, can I use an Apple TV box? If so, do you need…
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Thunderbird asking for gmail password?
All of a sudden, Thunderbird won't accept the password for one of my gmail accounts. (the other one works fine) I can access by webmail or on my phone (K9 Mail) but TB just flatly refuses to play!:( I've tried most google suggestions - allow less secure apps, delete passwords in TB to name but two. Has anyone else had…
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wireless charging pad- beware
i bought a wireless charging pad, and alarmed at the information on packaging as follows. WARNING:- this product can expose you to chemicals including DINP , which is known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. i am considering taking this back for a refund. has anyone…
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Epson Printer help please
Hello My printer, Epson XP720 prints with (sometimes thick) black ink smudges randomly all over the page. I've done all the usual cleaning/nozzle checks per the machines guidance to no avail. I've only ever used Epson ink cartridges. I can't see any 'ink on the rollers when I lift the scanner screen BUT I've noticed quite…
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PDF to word freeware sought
I am trying to convert a large PDF (40Mb - 100+ page) to DOC The PDF is mainly complex graphics and handwriting - rather than text. I do have Office 2016 but that doesn't accept such a big input file Googling - produces many options - but from what I have tried - most limit you to less than 10Mb Any "safe" Freeware…
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Route planner
I wonder if anyone can give me the name of a good route planner site that gives the route in words that can be printed easily rather than a map please. We don't have the use of a sat nav. Meant to say that the sites I've looked at do have written instructions but I don't know how to print the full instructions. Not sure if…
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Windows Defender
How do I turn Windows Defender on in Windows 10?
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Replace wired internet/phone with mobile internet/phone
I was looking at this deal https://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/unlimited-simo-unlimited-minutes-texts-and-data-for-25-per-month-with-2nd-month-free-1mo-contract-smarty-3178103#comment-37096757 seaniboy post Add a Three 4G router for £59.99 and you can have unlimited calls and broadband for £25pm with no contract, simply top…
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HP Window 7 locked me out! Help!
I have an old but still functioning HP laptop, Window 7, which is still very useful for small work and the odd internet surfing, saving me wear and tear on my desktop computer. Anyway, I was in the process of updating Avast on said laptop, when it asked me to restart the computer and I complied. When switching on I got a…
