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Free MS Office downloads - are they safe?
I keep seeing Youtube videos to download and run free MS Office software. The videos are pretty straightforward and appear (on screen at least) to work fine. What's the catch? Do they work? One such vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oy7FbMAKzBU Has anyone done this and been using it successfully? I'm still on an…
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Fitness Tracker
I'm looking for a new fitness tracker, I currently have a Honor band 5 which is fine for my needs, it's just not holding it's charge for very long. Ideally I'd like one with built in GPS, a round or square face, track my steps and be able to monitor different workouts, as I like to walk, HIIT and do weights. Budget is…
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Why Firefox browser crashing
Over the last few days i notice my Firefox browser tabs crashing frequently.Why would this be?Never had any issues before.
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Goodmans VCR
Hi, Can anyone point me in the right direction to view an illustration of the drive belt configuration of a Goodmans SD7700 VCR. The existing belts have stretched/perished and become unattached. Thanks.
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Xperia Companion
My Experia just keeps stopping and starting. I've tried holding power and volume, it doesn't work. Looked for Xperia companion. Where can I download it to my pc please? Thanks
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Digital Photo Frame
Thinking of getting the in-laws a digital photo frame for Xmas Nothing too complicated - can we load our photos on 'digitally'? (They have FTTC internet)Some (Aura - Mason Luxe) seem to want read *and* write access to all your photos before you can upload, which is a bit scary! Any suggestions?
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Facebook
I have to use Facebook Marketplace for my second hand goods business, is there a way I can just have Marketplace and not anyi of the toxic Facebook feed crap ?
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Wired desktop / portable speaker
Any suggestions for a top sound-quality wired desktop /portable speaker? If it has a rechargable battery that is a bonus but not absolutely necesssary, if it is USB powered I have a 6Ah USB battery which should power it for a while. I know a small speaker is never going to have quite the same power and depth as a big box…
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Bravia KD50X75WL updated this morning, now every 5 minutes says a USB device has been inserted!
It's had this USB stick connected for the last 6 month without a problem.I've restarted the TV, no change.I've removed the stick, restarted the TV, reconnected the stick, no change.I've done the above with 2 different sticks, same result.I've tried the other USB port (there are 2), no change. Can anyone suggest anything…
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My outlook has been hacked
I got a few emails yesterday saying my facebook and instagram account passwords had been changed. So i reset them. Then my disney and netflix account. Then loads of returned emails to random addresses. I have rest my password 4 times in last 24 hours and i am still getting messages. I tried the haveibeenpwned.com website…
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MS365
Not a question but a heads up, from 1st January 2025 MS365 has gone up by about 42% this is because it now includes Copilot, Microsoft will email before auto renewal but will not make it clear that the original, which is now called Classic is still available. To get Classic select cancel the subscription and the page will…
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EPSON DX8400 PRINTER - Very faint
I've got quite an old printer but it's worked absolutely fine for years. All of a sudden the wording was coming out very faint. Decided to ditch all the cartridges and bought a brand new pack of all 3 colours plus black (genuine Epson) and replaced them all. Still the same problem!!! Went into maintenance and followed all…
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Android 'optimised battery charging'
I have a Motorola G31I put it on charge every night about 10.30 and unplug it when I get up about 07.30Just reading in the optimised battery charging settings (which is turned ON) which tells me it will charge to about 80% then boost to 100% before I get up.Sadly, it's not getting anywhere the 100%Why not, but does it…
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Advice on Digital SLR camera please
Hoping this is the right place for this. I'm looking for a digital SLR - have an old fashioned SLR and a bridge digital camera but looking for a DSLR and also potentially one for my young adult daughter who is interested in photography, particularly outdoor (animals and landscapes) and wondering if there are models people…
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Data it's uses and privacy
Hi Is there anyway to check or find out were your information is being shared / sold to and by who ? Am curious, as couple things have raised question marks for me , I don't think companies or even banks are honest with there own data/privacy policy What worst that could happen with company sharing or selling info to 3rd…
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Pixel 8a issues
I purchased a Pixel 8a phone at Christmas and during setup was
prompted to set battery at 80% max charge to preserve the life of the
battery which I did. I also read that every now and again the phone
will over ride this setting and power up to 100% so as to ‘re
calibrate’ the battery. Well it charged to
80% for the first…
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cctv for flat
Hi I work away from the flat thus need a good and not to costly cctv for inrenal use so can be sure no is coming in my flat when not home as manging agent have key only i think ? and can see on my mobile
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Someone changing my business profile by clicking "suggest edit"
I regularly check my business profile on Google to make sure it is accurate. A couple of weeks ago I noticed my business telephone number had been changed and today the address of the business had been changed. I also had an email saying that someone called Kelly had put in a request as they are the owner and did I approve…
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Headphones or earbuds
I'm after some new ear wear, but cannot decide between headphones or earbuds. I've found earbuds uncomfortable in the past as I have small ear holes and I like the idea of headphones, but don't want anything huge that makes me look like I've a couple of Elephants ears on the side of my head. Any suggestions please? I'd…
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Free online storage – official MSE discussion
Hello there, Sadly, after many years of active service, the original free online storage services discussion area is now closed, so I've created a new place here to discuss the guide: Free online storage It includes the biggest free online storage services, including Apple iCloud, Google Drive and Dropbox. If you've any…
