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WINDOWS XP/SP2 & BLUE SCREEN OF DEATH
Hi. i have mentioned this in relation to the release of SP2 on the freebie forum. I downloaded and installed SP2, switched my PC off and left it. My son switches it on the next day and it doesn't work properly - it gets to the user login screen but won't login and just sort of loops. Safe mode does the same thing. So I…
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Why are all these threads out of order?
is there any reason why all thses thread are out of order
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How Can I Convert PDF Files to Word Documents?
I have a job application form which has been sent to me as a PDF File. Is there any way that this can be converted to a Word Document so that I can type my application rather than hand-write it. As it's unlikely I will need to do this again, I am reluctant to buy software. Any advice would be appreciated.
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Techie Board - what and why
Insert by Fran, 3/2/05 - Please check Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) here ................................................................................. Many people have technology questions on the periphery of MoneySaving - yet without understanding how technology works, much money saving is lost. Chat member Ra…
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Burning ambition
Hi all, I've just taken delivery on a brand spanking new all singing all dancing dogs danglies pc (so the leaflet said). ::) Now with me not having a clue with pc's I dont know how to download music/films ect. I am aware I need to download certain software but apart from that I really am clueless. Is there any step by step…
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HELP - possible virus,
I received this in an email and i don't know whether to take it seriously or whether it's a virus... can anybody please help ::)
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Re: XP SERVICE PACK 2: FREE CD DELIVERED
There was a report in The Times recently that this Service Pack was causing chaos when installed (conflicts with other software, I think?) Has anyone used the website download of this Pack and are we sure it is now safe to use? Many thanks.
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ipod software
Hi, I've recently bought a 15gb ipod and despite not being the most technically gifted person, have installed the software onto our computer. My husband is thinking of getting one of the ipod mini's. We're both wondering whether the software will be the same despite mine being an ipod and his being an ipod mini, because im…
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QUICKEN SOFTWARE
Hi, My pc has crashed and Ive come to reload my quicken 98 software (I know its a few years old!!) and the disc is not reading and appears scratched. Does anyone have a copy or old quicken program they no longer use that I can purchase and does anyone know if my back up files will be compatible with a later version? Please…
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Large Laserjet Printer - in my face
Next to me on my desk is placed a large high volume HP laserjet printer. The side vents are directly level with my face. I cough a lot more at work than I do at home and would like to build a case to get it moved. Can anyone offer facts to support my case. I know that toner is not a healthy substance. Thanks if you can…
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what is svghost.exe...
...is it spyware? I dont recognise it and it seems to be taking a lot of memory, my pc's getting a bit slow.
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help!can you copy anti virus software
Hi this may sound stupid. but I have a desktop in the office and laptop both for work purposes. I have had Norton anti virus installed on my desktop at work but not on my lap top that I use at home. is there a way I can copy the anti virus software I have on my computer at work onto my laptop. I hope this makes sense.
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PROBLEMS WITH NTL TV TOP BOX !! HELP.
Despite continually phoning NTL whose best advice is to turn the box off at the plug and switch on again at the plug point(or they `renew` the signal)the top box has problems!!! Viewing tv is fine, using the control to set up programmes on diary, browse etc is usually a nightmare!!!It seems to continually get STUCK,…
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Installing Epson scanner on Dell PC
I have a Dell P4 PC which is 18 months old. I bought an Epson Perfection 2400 scanner at the same time but didn't get around to installing until now. There are 3 CDs but they all seem to do the same thing in different languages. I tried using 2 in case there was someting new on one but it uninstalled anything previously…
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Moving between partitions
I want to move a program file between partitions on a computer using a Windows XP Domestic. The parititions are standard ones generated by XP to allow multiple users. How can I therefore move the Program File from one partition to another? I downloaded the program on one partition, but need it on another!
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HELP! Netgear support keep hanging up on me!
Hi Please help if you can! I have recently set up broadband at home to use on two computers wirelessly, but I haven't been able to get the wireless connection to work. I bought a netgear DG834G router and a NETGEAR WG311 pci card. Broadband is working fine on 1st comp with wires, but the other comp just occasionally shows…
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How do I stop search entries appearing ??
:D Hello... Use my PC at home for work & sometimes our technical lot ask for 'remote access'-I'm usually here but would not want them seeing i search for 'holly valance naked' (!-you get the picture!) as all entries appear when you just type 1 letter in google! Autocomplete isswitched off in ie properties-I also clear the…
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please help!! keep getting spyware
Hi i keep getting a message saying my computer is infected with spyware. what is this and how do I get rid of it.
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More Microsoft Money problems?
I have just installed Microsoft Service Pack 2. I can no longer get in to my Microsoft Money file! It says the password is incorrect. I know of the earlier problem with Microsoft Money ,and that Microsoft issued a fix. 'I' was one of those caught up in the porblem (where we were frozen out of our files for a week until…
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Windows XP Service Pack 2 - RELEASED
Anyone that has been sat waiting for this will be please to hear that SP2 for Windows XP Home and Pro has been released. At the time of writing, the compact download that examines your system so that it only install required parts is still not released on the Windows Update site. However, the full SP release (which will…