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New Windows feature update Version 2004 released
All downloaded and installed without any apparent problems.
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Computer upgrade - worth it?
It's been a while since I looked at computer parts so I'm sure there are people more up-to-date than me on this. I currently have a desktop computer that pretty much works as my home server. It's on 24/7 and it's used for home automation (running on a VM), CCTV, WiFi controller and the occasional X-Plane flight (for which…
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Any hope to improve or is a new gaming laptop the best option?
Just a quick one. My stepson has an HP Stream laptop and is currently running out of storage space. He wants to download simulator games and various add on's. So my questions are: 1. Would adding external storage be any use to increase the storage capability for this type of gaming or are there access speed issues of the…
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Laptop clock not keeping time
My Compaq Presario C300 laptop was not keeping time and would only work off mains power so I thought a new battery would fix the problem. Changed the battery and it now works unplugged but the time on the clock still falls behind. Any idea what the issue is and how to fix it?
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Domain Host
I've currently got few domains through one.com .com .co.uk and .info .. but the renewal costs have doubled to nearly £50/year. All I use it for is a website redirect to WIX and multiple email accounts for different family members - ideally using IMAP. I know a lot of hosts offer deals for the 1st year but then ramp…
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TDK CD-R discs - just rubbish ?
Hi, burnt some music to a JVC CD-R and it plays fine on my Denon, then opened up a new pack of TDK CD-R and recorded some more but this won't play, checked and it plays ok on the laptop, all settings are identical when burning. They say made in India on them and didn't cost much, is it just a case of TDK being rubbish…
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I have to keep resetting my wifi adapter? Is there a fix?
I did a full clean install of W10 (64bit) a month ago as I was having a number of problems. It's fixed all of them apart from one. The wifi adapter keeps dropping out and needs resetting. This was running at about twice a day but is getting worse. It now needs a restart after the first boot of the day. It says it has a…
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Changing relationship status on Facebook
I want to change my relationship status on Facebook without my friends being notified or it appearing in their feed. I've clicked on my relationship status and changed it from "public" to "only me" and changed my relationship status. If I then change it back from "only me" to "public" , i take it everyone will be able to…
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Toshiba laptop - factory restore or new HDD?
My Toshiba laptop is 8 years old and running very slowly. I have thought for a while of returning it to factory settings (which I understand includes a HDD format) and finally got round to seeing how to do it. I'm hoping this will freshen up the performance and get rid of a lot of bloatware that has accumulated over the…
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Internet help
Hello all, No expert in technology im afraid but would appreciate any help possible. I currently have a hub 3.0 from Virgin Media which works fine in all rooms except the orangery where it can be extremely hit and miss. What is baffling me and where i need some expertise is my mobile phone and the smart tv work fine in…
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Windows 7 Restore to a Different Drive
I have some bad sectors on my C drive. Evidently, these are preventing me from upgrading Windows 7 to Windows 10. In the hope that they're caused by software problems and not physical damage, I need to format my C drive. I already have two hard disc drives (C for Windows and programs and D for data). I also have a spare…
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Is this best gaming laptop for under £400 please?
* LENOVO IDEAPAD S340 Would you suggest any other options please. Budget is strictly under £400.Many thanks in advance
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Transfer Pre Installed Win 7 on Old Notebook to rebuilt laptop
I have tried to download Win 7 for a rebuilt laptop, which is running on Linux When I have tried to download Win 7 I get this message "The product key you've entered appears to be for software which was pre-installed by the device manufacturer. Please contact the device manufacturer for software recovery options." Any…
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Kindle Fire 7th Generation - can I safely download Google Play Store?
Hi, hope someone can help. I use Atom Bank which is App only - all my devices are now to old to be able to access the new Atom Bank App. A relative has a Kindle Fire 7th Generation - I googled and found a few threads saying I can download Google Play Store to the Kindle. I don't want to risk harming my relative's Kindle…
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Files Randomly Disappearing From Hard Drive
This is very weird. Files and folders, large and small, have started disappearing from my external hard disk. It's an 8Tb drive with about 6Gb of stuff on it. I noticed several files and folders missing today, which were present yesterday. Had a poke around, and saw some other, totally unrelated files were also gone.…
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Ignore this
Ignore this
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Another programme running on Windows 10
I have been trying to download an app on windows 10.My PC comes up with a message another programme running but to my knowledge that is not the case. How can I get rid of this unknown programme so I can download an app.
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Logitec C250 Webcam set up on Windows 10
I am trying to reset up my Logitec C250 webcam on my desk top PC. which is on Windows 10 . The webcam disk is for windows7 and obviously this does not work on my PC. How can i set up my webcam on Windows 10 . Presumably I need to run a programme to convert it. Which was is easy and safe.I have connected to an USB port but…
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Tv internet question
Hi can anyone help? i just moved into a flat and don’t want to pay out for a expensive virgin/sky monthly. I do want to buy Netflix, and something so I can record programmes from the tv to watch at my convenience.(I know the recording box will cost maybe £200 but it’s a 1 off charge). At the moment on my free view tv I…
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Longer charging cable for Moto G7 Power.
I bought (from a tech stall - before lockdown) a long usb charging cable for Moto G7 Power. My mistake but it is the wrong 'fitting.' Can anyone advise the correct type and a reputable supplier, please, to order the right one on line? The present usb charging cable (which came with the Moto G7 power 'phone in the box) is…
