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Best/cheapesty way to buy Microsoft Office?
I have recently changed jobs and have previously used my work microsoft office login. That is now due to expire, as I have left and I therefore need to either buy a package or use free software. I have lots of spreadsheets, which I use regularly, so I am worried about losing, or not being able to access data if I transfer…
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Facebook Suspended
Hi my FB has been suspended, I have reported it to appeals@fb.com but not sure if they even received it. It says its because my Instagram account doesn't follow their rules but the name they have given isn't my account and my account is still working, they also said an email address that isn't mine has been added to my…
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Repurposing old laptop
Hi all I've been given an old laptop (currently running Windows 10 Home) that can't be upgraded to Windows 11. I'm looking to repurpose it and turn into a print-server. I've got several wired/wireless devices that I need to print from (rarely at the same time) but the printer only has a USB connection and is nowhere near…
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Windows 11 PC upgrade
Hi, can anyone help me please? I keep getting messages from Microsoft on my Windows 10 PC, telling me to upgrade to Windows 11 before updates become obsolete. I'm fine with this, as my tower PC is rather old, having bought it nearly 9 years ago, in 2016, but anything with the same or similar specifications (below) now…
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What is it with Bluetooth???
Connected Alexa to Soundcore speaker.....wotked for years, then all of a sudden it won't connect. Went into Alexa app, and the speaker has disappeared from connected devices?Tried to re-connect and "no device found", tried my phone and it connected instantly, tried Ipad, and again, connected instantly, but Alexa....."can't…
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Changing google password
I have been very remiss and never changed my google password. Can a knowledgeable person just check my logic as it's not something I can afford to co** up! I access google on a desktop computer an android phone and an android tablet. My plan is to change the password on the desktop. I assume I will be logged out on the…
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My PC speakers not working suddenly?
I bought a new PC about 18 months ago and the speakers which I bought to use with them have worked fine until about a month ago they stopped working. Believing that the speakers had a fault I bought a new set, but they did not work either, tried a old cheap set of speakers, no joy again! Can any one help with how to cure…
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Second Gmail address for security
I need to change my email address that I use for financial stuff because Plusnet are transferring it to another provider. It occurred to me that I could set up another Gmail address just for financial stuff and that might be more secure than using the same address for everything. Would that work? If this is a silly…
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Cleaning the rollers on my Epson XP-3205
Does anyone know the best way to clean the guide rollers on a printer like an Epson XP-3205 please? There's some black residue on the roller nearest the print head that I'd like to clean but I'm not completely sure on the best tools and proces to use, so I'd appreciate some guidance from fellow MSErs.
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Cex aka ukwebuy Consoles trade in- Return to pc Purchase.
Mser's considering trade ins of Series S 1tb + ps5 Digital consoles. via cex uk link webuy.com Ps5 £350.00 Series S £126.00 Intend purchasing HP 25l using PayPal Credit, £41.67/mo. for 36 months at 0% interest* to be used for similar games call of duty, Baldurs Gate , maybe Elders Ring etc. + Any purchased Monitor can be…
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Is it Freeview+ that had this?
Our previous Sony TV had a fab feature that meant you could scroll back through the terrestrial TV guide to expired episodes and call them up. Was this 'Freeview+'?Ie, you'd press 'guide' and up would pop the list of channels and programs currently being shown, and those still to come. But you could also scroll backwards…
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Cover for Honour 8xa tablet
I've got a new tablet as above but going to Argos where I hoped to be able to see if it matched the tablet it seems they only do order online for delivery. No shops in the area do anything in this way and I have no experience. Would someone have a look and tell if it's ok or what I should search for please.…
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free PDF
Hi, I need to copy a pdf form, delete the filled in info, and insert new ones. Do you know a free program, not just free for trial? Thanks.
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Yahoo email sign in issues (use previous device). Worried.
hi. a little worried. some are pretty much throw away emails but still used regularly, several would be devastating to lose. this started today. only ever login from this PC and on my phone. issues relate to yahoo. i have multiple email accounts, many with yahoo that i have had for years, my main one is 25 years old at…
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"Photos.exe - Entry Point Not Found"
I get that message when I try to open any picture I've saved on my laptop. I've tried restarting the laptop a few times but still get the same message. Is there a simple solution - I'm not techie and the solutions I've seen via google when searching are beyond my capability- or do I have to take it for repair or get a new…
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Samsung new icons
Hi all Samsung have done an update and I loathe the garish new icons. Is there an easy way I can reverse this without losing stuff (texts, emails etc) I'm a neanderthal when it comes to anything more high tech than a biro. TIA
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Win 11 not updating to 24H2
I was puzzled as to why my Dell laptop wouldn't update from Windows 11 Pro ver 23H2 to the later 24H2 version. Others may be stuck with a similar situation to the one I had. Eventually, after a few weeks of not seeing the update, a pop up window appeared that stated a driver for an audio mixer program I long ago…
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Windows 10 Update issue
Our HP desktop had a Windows update yesterday and this morning the MS Office apps and Outlook mail are failing to work. A bit of googling indicates issues with update KB 5058379 and seems to have various workarounds which look time consuming for a non techie like me..... Anyone else had issues or found a simple fix - or…
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Hotpoint fridge
Hi, fridge (4 years old) stopped working, supposed electrical fault after engineer visit. Hotpoint simply saying not covered and not prepared to help. £500 fridge lasts 4 years! Anyone experienced same thing any suggestions?
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Laptop Touch Screen Not Working
Hi all, I am sure you will know of a quick fix. I've had this laptop for about 6 months. The touchscreen was always a bit poor but at the moment, it's mostly not working. The laptop is LENOVO Yoga 7 16" 2 in 1 Laptop - Intel® Core™ Ultra 7, 512 GB SSD, Storm Grey. I've wiped it down a few times and switched it on and off…
