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SubjectDate Asked
googling images3/10/2011
  Q: i was searching google images when i accidentally clicked on one of the images. now i've done this ...
  A: When you click an image on Google, you are still on Google, when you click "Full size Image", you ...
memory10/16/2010
  Q: Shortly after my PC stopped working,my daughter gave me an older(at least 5yrs old)dell laptop.I get ...
  A: Your best bet would be to use the Recovery CD to restore Windows to the day it was brand new. If ...
WEBCAM9/13/2010
  Q: How can I and a second party set up the webcams so that we can see and speak to one another? We are ...
  A: Check out the following for information: http://www.streamingvideosoftware.info/howtosetupwebcam ...
Wireless8/21/2010
  Q: Is there a website that would walk me through the needed items and function of items to set up ...
  A: Microsoft explains "Set up a wireless network" at: ...
Microsoft Word 20077/31/2010
  Q: I can't think of a word for this definition. What is the sum of the number of words in a document? ...
  A: Saw your question here, I don't know the answer but am fairly sure that Aidan Heritage could help ...
videos6/2/2010
  Q: I can't watch videos any more on my computer.I get the picture for a few seconds and it stops.I am a ...
  A: First thing to try is cleaning up the computer. Go to Start, Programs, Accessories, System Tools, ...
Where Can I Safely Store Files Online?5/21/2010
  Q: I really have to clear up my computer. Anyone know of ANY safe place online where, for free, I can ...
  A: PC World explains "These 17 free and low-cost services make it easier than ever to back up and share ...
Anti porn software2/14/2010
  Q: please suggest me the best software to avoid all porn site in the net. i have used netdog but it is ...
  A: Check out the following for information: ...
Downloading large files2/11/2010
  Q: Is there a free way to download large video files directly? I have played around with Torrent ...
  A: Check out the free version of Download Accelerator Plus (DAP) at: http://www.speedbit.com/dap/ ...
Firefox Password Memorization Problem12/7/2009
  Q: My bower (Firefox 3.5.5) never remember passwords saved (for hotmail, yahoo, facebook etc) even ...
  A: The only other thing I can suggest is to go to the following site to contact Firefox through a forum ...
Firefox Password Memorization Problem12/5/2009
  Q: My bower (Firefox 3.5.5) never remember passwords saved (for hotmail, yahoo, facebook etc) even ...
  A: Passwords being automatically cleared Firefox may be set to remove saved passwords when it is ...
How do I sign out of Igoogle?11/29/2009
  Q: I set up an Igoogle page, but have decided I prefer the regular ("Classic Google") page. I know ...
  A: Interesting as I just did it here on SeaMonkey, Firefox and IE8. Near the top of the page in the ...
How do I sign out of Igoogle?11/28/2009
  Q: I set up an Igoogle page, but have decided I prefer the regular ("Classic Google") page. I know ...
  A: Just "Sign out" from iGoogle by clicking the [Sign out] link in upper right corner. You will stay ...
Making money from Internet10/24/2009
  Q: Since you are an expert on the Internet, what would you say on 'Internet Marketing' ? Are the tall ...
  A: Never had my own site, saying that, check out the following for information: ...
Making money from Internet10/23/2009
  Q: Since you are an expert on the Internet, what would you say on 'Internet Marketing' ? Are the tall ...
  A: As an "expert" I do my best to answer questions and in cases like this where I'm not sure, I can ...
browsing10/15/2009
  Q: Is there any difference between browsing and downloading? my service provider says i've got 1GB free ...
  A: When you browse using Internet Explorer or any other browser, that is exactly what you are doing. ...
slow computer after upload of interet explorer 8.07/8/2009
  Q: I recently updated thru windows to internet explorer 8.0 and now my computer is very slow. I also ...
  A: 1. Click Start, then click Run. 2. In the Run dialog box, type cmd and press Enter. 3. In the ...
Google maps7/1/2009
  Q: Lorry, I don't know if this is your expertise, but there doesn't seem to be a category for Google ...
  A: Do you have the latest version of Firefox? Check it out at: ...
choosing DSL speed6/8/2009
  Q: I have two questions related to the same subject- Selecting the optimum dsl speed without wasting ...
  A: The speeds are in in the ballpark. Check out the following for information: ...
need Internet provider6/1/2009
  Q: I am moving and will no longer have a land line. Is it possible for me to obtain Internet services ...
  A: If you will be using cable TV in your new home, the odds are that if you get their cable connection ...
Internet connection5/30/2009
  Q: "Just to give you background first, I have a Dell laptop inspiron E 1705 operating with a Siemans ...
  A: Asked a friend for their advice and they came back with: I'll assume the modem is a DSL modem. ...
internet5/2/2009
  Q: When I open Google or any other web page, it used to be maximised automatically. Now it is ...
  A: Problem: When Internet Explorer opens it can range in size anywhere from that of a postage stamp to ...
basic computer3/9/2009
  Q: My compaq is running on 14 g and is actually fast,running on road runner internet which helps alot. ...
  A: To remove programs from starting up with Windows, go to Start, Run, type in MSCONFIG, under the ...
Internet2/28/2009
  Q: Hey! my parents have a computer that doesnt work anymore, and it had dsl internet through our phone ...
  A: The first thing that comes to mind is to contact your phone company, it might be just a simple thing ...
Maximize and Minimize page1/15/2009
  Q: When I click on desktop icon like yahoo or any other it used to open up fully page(filled up ...
  A: Maximize Internet Explorer On Opening Problem: When Internet Explorer opens it can range in size ...
pop-up box1/2/2009
  Q: Sometimes when I click on a link (such as the link that leads to Allexperts answers), the pop-up box ...
  A: Internet Explorer opens off screen, or tiny, or minimized, or the window will not move: If your ...
pop-up box1/2/2009
  Q: Sometimes when I click on a link (such as the link that leads to Allexperts answers), the pop-up box ...
  A: With Internet Explorer opened, go to Tools, Pop-Up Blocker, check Enable Pop-Up Blocker. Usually ...
Associating files12/17/2008
  Q: please associate file. Do you know how to do this? Thanks so much. Marilyn
  A: If you do not MS Office installed, you will nedd to download the PowerPoint viewer for free from: ...
Internet connections away from home12/14/2008
  Q: I would like to know how to get online with my laptop while on the road? Do I need to change where ...
  A: Microsoft explains at: ...
laptop10/2/2008
  Q: I have just purchased a laptop off a friend, it's Dell Latitude D505. Do you know where i can get an ...
  A: With Internet Explorer opened, go to Tools, Delete Browsing History, in the next window click Delete ...
Internet Connection Speed9/16/2008
  Q: I have a dial-up internet connection. The connection speed averages 16,800bps. The telephone ...
  A: Connection to your ISP No matter what connection you look at, keep in mind the number (28.8, 56K, ...
own web address8/1/2008
  Q: Please tell me how can i creat my own webpage or web address without paying anything(free creation)
  A: Usually most servers - ISPs, will allow their users to have their own websites for free. Check the ...
website shortcuts on desktop7/6/2008
  Q: I have vista installed and have been trying to put shortcut icons on the desktop for a few websites, ...
  A: Shortcuts For Web sites, Programs, Folders and Files Creating any desktop icon for any program, ...
Virus info7/5/2008
  Q: How do I go about finding if I have any virus's on my pc. i Have Windows XP Home edition Version ...
  A: Using Internet Explorer, go to: http://security.symantec.com/sscv6/default.asp?langid=ie&venid=sym ...
workgroup6/13/2008
  Q: I don't understand what is a workgroup?And what is a peer? Please help. Thank you.
  A: Definition: In computer networking, a workgroup is a collection of computers on a local area network ...
Chance of being attacked by virus6/11/2008
  Q: I use AVG 8.0 free edition. what is the chance of my pc will attack by virus once in a month? and ...
  A: That is interesting as AVG is one of the top free anti-virus programs available. As to why AVG ...
Lost Favorites5/31/2008
  Q: Urrrrrrgggh. I had a computer meltdown and had to reinstall Windows XP and Internet Explored 7. I ...
  A: Since you reinstalled Windows XP, am assuming that the backup folder Favorites is on a CD, correct? ...
resources of information and communication technology4/1/2008
  Q: my name is Michael and am a fresher in one of the prestigeous universities in my country.As i was ...
  A: Try doing a search on Google for "WRITE A LIST OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES ...
internet3/30/2008
  Q: how to download files from web?
  A: The following sites explain how to download files: ...
Internet Explorer HTML link failure1/23/2008
  Q: Lorry, I am desperate for help. I have Microsoft Outlook 2002 (10.6822.6830) SP3 running under ...
  A: Do you have the latest updates for Office? Check out the following site: ...
spyware11/8/2007
  Q: I know there's something free on the internet that I can download to get rid of my spyware and my ...
  A: I would suggest downloading Spybot - Search & Destroy 1.5, a program that removes spyware, available ...
Sending resume as atttachment9/27/2007
  Q: I am having problems sending my resume as an attachment when I apply for a job by E-Mail. Any help ...
  A: What kind of problems are you having, could you please be more specific? Assuming that you know how ...
Sound on my computer8/9/2007
  Q: I have recently bought this computer - second hand from my son - and, of course, no instruction ...
  A: Right click the speaker icon near the clock, verify that nothing is muted. Now check to see if the ...
internet beginners6/8/2007
  Q: My child is 6 and telling me all about the Internet. i really don't know anything about considering ...
  A: Check out the following sites for free tutorials: http://www.geekgirls.com/menu_basic_computing.htm ...
pornographic pictures found5/18/2007
  Q: I have found porn on my computer twice now. I find the images in a picture printing wizard when I ...
  A: The odds are that they were on a web site or on a pop-up that you clicked on. I would suggest ...
Choosing a Internet Provider??4/13/2007
  Q: First off, I'm not real savvy when it comes to Internet Providers! Right now I have the following: ...
  A: It is a good idea to stay with a local company, as they should be able to help with the computer ...
Home users2/1/2007
  Q: sir, What steps do you think does a home user of internet take to keep his system and data secure ...
  A: The following sites have the information you are looking for: ...
file error1/28/2007
  Q: how can i fix a file error
  A: That depends on what type of file error you get. Let me know exactly what the error says and will ...
entering personal info....1/26/2007
  Q: Lorry..I've always wondered why, when entering personal info into a form on a webpage...you are ...
  A: Most sites require you to confirm the email address, just in case you mistyped it. Trust me, sooner ...
Internet explorer cannot display the webpage.1/23/2007
  Q: My PC is HP m1170n, XP. I got an error message when I sign in my mailbox of yahoo and my bank for ...
  A: With Internet Explorer opened, go to Tools, Internet Options, under the General tab click Delete ...
font size1/23/2007
  Q: I know this should be simple but I can't figure it out. On some of the websites I visit, the print ...
  A: In Internet Explorer, go to View, Text Size. Assuming that you are using Windows XP, go to Start, ...
java1/13/2007
  Q: I am getting a java update thing--should I update it?? or can I just proceed without it?--Is this a ...
  A: If you are getting it from the following site: http://www.java.com/en/download/manual.jsp It's ...
Billing1/5/2007
  Q: I am presently very happy with my present ISP But before I had them, I had AOL and had to get off ...
  A: This is a legal question but I agree with you, I don't think you should have to pay since you ...
Pictures for desktop12/13/2006
  Q: I sent my self a picture of painting from newspaper online. I want to place picture in my document ...
  A: To use a picture as a desktop background 1.Open My Pictures 2.Click the picture you want to use as ...
Outlook express via broadband and not dial-up12/12/2006
  Q: will do this when I get home on Thursday. Have read somewhere else that BT Broadband (which I now ...
  A: Knowing that which ISP you are using: My Microsoft Outlook/Outlook Express keeps looking for my old ...
Outlook express via broadband and not dial-up12/12/2006
  Q: I've just had broadband installed so have disconnected my dial-up. Internet etc works fine but my ...
  A: From the Windows XP desktop, click Start, click Control Panel, and then click Network Connections. ...
Nortons12/6/2006
  Q: I'm not sure if this question is strictly within your field of expertise but here goes ... ...
  A: When you download NAV 2007, it should give you the chance to save it wherever you want, for example ...
remove virus12/4/2006
  Q: i have network and i found that my tally files are infected with virus bloodwound
  A: There are quite a few different bloodhound viruses, using Internet Explorer, go to: ...
HP Printers11/20/2006
  Q: Many times when I print a web page, I miss all the info on the right margin. The only way I've ...
  A: I've found the easiest way is to copy and paste what I want from the web page, maybe the entire page ...
radio Tab11/19/2006
  Q: My husband, Ray, likes his HORSES (only listening). He goes onto this site called, ...
  A: It could be the site irself with the problem or you could try updating the audio drivers. Drivers ...
URL shortcuts11/2/2006
  Q: I am trying to put a shortcut to a web site on my desktop to be able to go directly to that site.(by ...
  A: An easy way to do this, no matter which browser you are using, is to left click the address iocon ...
lost a favourite10/31/2006
  Q: Goofing around, I 'hid' one of my favourites on my internet explorer toolbar. Now I can't find it. ...
  A: Can you see all the toolbars in Internet Explorer? If not, right click an empty spot on one of them ...
Back up10/25/2006
  Q: I have xp home addition. I also have nero. If I am reading your answer correctly I have to insert ...
  A: Since you have Windows XP Home, you will have to install Backup, just follow the directions given ...
Back up10/24/2006
  Q: I am 60 going on to 70 and am a newbie (5 years of self teaching)and have been told I should back up ...
  A: Lots of things sound hard to do but in reality, are easy, once you get used to them. If you have ...
download and burn cd10/5/2006
  Q: how do I lean how to set up my computer to download and burn cd for back up files , music and other ...
  A: Backing up files and folders Backup lets you back up data to a file or to a tape. When you back up ...
ActiveX Control9/21/2006
  Q: Since last few days I am getting a warning message about pornographic images being stored in my Hard ...
  A: When you get a popup window warning you of something like that, in the future, just delete it - do ...
automatically go to internet4/11/2006
  Q: I used to be able to go to the internet automatically when I started up my computer. I now have to ...
  A: Are you the only user on this computer? If you are and you are talking about the Welcome window when ...
need to know3/2/2006
  Q: when i trying to access yahoo messenger rooms the computer give a message told me "your request is ...
  A: No more chat access for Minors - 15th October 2005 05:05:30 This Request was Refused Minors ...
connection1/30/2006
  Q: When I am using telnet to login into bbs, I know it's under TCP/IP. So what about that connection ...
  A: Once you are connected to your ISP(server), you should be able to browse the net without any ...
Emailing large video files1/23/2006
  Q: Good day! My name is Annie. I would like to ask on how to compress or chop a video file that is ...
  A: One way would be to zip it by usiong WinZip or a similar program; ...
how to tansfer1/2/2006
  Q: how to transfer writen document from microsoft office word to be sent through my e-mail adress
  A: You would send the written data as an attachment. If using Outlook or Outlook Express, click the ...
Computer12/18/2005
  Q: 1.Kindly,let me know what is the smallest item of useful information a computer can handle. 2.What ...
  A: A BIT is the smallest item of useful information a computer can handle. Short for binary digit, ...
searching problem8/17/2005
  Q: this is gowtham kumar a beginner to internet, i have a problem in searching the appropriate ...
  A: Check out the following: http://www.bookmarket.com/101bm.html ...
ethernet card7/1/2005
  Q: How can I tell if I have an ethernet card on my computer?---thanks
  A: Q - Is my computer ready for an Ethernet connection? A - To tell if your computer has Ethernet ...
speed6/30/2005
  Q: how are you,,what is the difference between kbps and kBps(small case b and capital B)
  A: Kbps is short for kilobits per second, a measure of data transfer speed. Modems, for example, are ...
internet explorer6/14/2005
  Q: pleas can you advise me on the best safe web site to go on so that i can have a system check done on ...
  A: http://sarc.com/ Scroll down and click on,"Free Online Virus and Security Check" Write down ...
"best of web" list or directory6/10/2005
  Q: i am fairly new to the internet (i guess you can call me a "beginner"). i often use sites like yahoo ...
  A: Regarding Google, check out: http://www.google.com/help/interpret.html Check out the following ...
BLOGs and RSS5/21/2005
  Q: What are BLOGs, and what are RSS feeds?
  A: A Blog is short for Web log, a blog is a Web page that serves as a publicly accessible personal ...
Dear sir, Can you...5/15/2005
  Q: Can you please tell me how to create my own Email adress at hotmail? Can you please give me ...
  A: Create an account This topic is not available for MSN HotmailSympatico Mail. 1. Go to the ...
Broadband vs. DSL5/8/2005
  Q: What is the difference between bradband internet connection and DSL internet connection? Would ...
  A: Check out the following sites for information: ...
Red X5/4/2005
  Q: I am currently using Windows 98se and Outlook Express version 6. At times I get emails with a red x ...
  A: OLEXP: Image May Not Appear in Message Sent with Outlook Express SYMPTOMS When you receive a mail ...
Red X5/3/2005
  Q: I am currently using Windows 98se and Outlook Express version 6. At times I get emails with a red x ...
  A: Check out the following from Microsoft: ...
Passwords4/28/2005
  Q: I'm using Windows 98 (dinosaur, I know, but it does what I need), and have a question about the ...
  A: When you type in the password, you should be asked if you want Windows to remember it - each time. ...
large photo storage4/28/2005
  Q: but now you have me worried! My daughter has already uploaded her photos into Yahoo..why don't you ...
  A: Sorry to have worried you, most of the storage places online are legit and I'm sure that Yahoo is. ...
large photo storage4/27/2005
  Q: Lorry I have taken a lot of pictures while traveling and had them developed on disk at Walmart. Each ...
  A: Are you sure that each picture is over 1MB? Most likely it's the CD, not the individual pictures. If ...
Intruders4/22/2005
  Q: -Thanks for your detailed answer, which, unfortunately, does not address my question. I just wanted ...
  A: Remote Systems are usually spyware but not always, that's why I mentioned to go to ...
Intruders4/21/2005
  Q: I'd like to know just what the "Remote Systems" that try to gain access to a computer online are. I ...
  A: Do you have an antivirus program installed? If yes, do you update it once a week and then run a ...
Sound Problems4/19/2005
  Q: When i play music using Winamp or WMP 10, when using my speakers, the sound is just fine, but when i ...
  A: Try updating the audio drivers. Drivers are frequently updated to eliminate bugs or incorporate ...
Downloads Will Not Finish4/19/2005
  Q: When i download ICQ5 Lite, it gets about halfway done, then ought of a sudden it stops and when i ...
  A: Before installng a program from a CD or from the internet, it's a good idea to defrag first. By ...
Message Service4/11/2005
  Q: I already tried that and it didn't work. I think it is coming from Window's Messenger, can you help ...
  A: To disable the Messenger Service in Windows XP (CautionIf your computer is part of a corporate ...
Windows Trouble4/11/2005
  Q: Restarting my computer seemed to fix that problem, however i have 2 more problems that i think you ...
  A: Not knowing what version of Windows you are using, makes it harder to answer the first question. ...
Message Service4/10/2005
  Q: I actually have that already, and that was the first thing i tried and that didn't get rid of it. I ...
  A: When you ran Ad-aware SE, did you check for updates and set it as described above? Ad-aware SE ...
Message Service4/10/2005
  Q: Message from Stop to Alert on 4/10/2005 6:57:21 pm STOP! WINDOWS REQUIRES IMMEDIATE ATTENTION Window ...
  A: Download Ad-AwareŽ SE Personal Edition, a free program that you can download at: ...
Windows Trouble4/10/2005
  Q: I know this isn't your area, but maybe you can help. I don't know if i deleted something by accident ...
  A: Follow-up 4-10-05 10:30PM Hi Sherman, With Internet Explorer opened, right click one of the ...
Java scripting4/2/2005
  Q: What's Java scripting?, Regards Nat
  A: JavaScript is a programming language, albeit a lightweight programming language. There is more ...
web designing plz read3/31/2005
  Q: i know your thinkink hes stupid cause the catgory isnt it well i want to make a web site and i dont ...
  A: Check out the following: http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1759,1725631,00.asp ...
Question3/21/2005
  Q: I won a prize while I was suffring the net ... How can I be sure if this is true or not .. By the ...
  A: I hope you didn't give them your credit card number. Hate to tell you but you didn't win anything. ...
shortcut?3/11/2005
  Q: What is "shortcut"? I have a countless number of shortcut icons on desktop (shortcut to Internet ...
  A: A shortcut is a special type of file in some operating systems that points to another file or ...
Re-send Email2/2/2005
  Q: Norton antivirus was unable to send your email message because the connection to your mail server ...
  A: When you view the Sent folder in Outlook Express, if a message hasn't been actually sent yet, the ...
Favorites Folder11/6/2004
  Q: Is it possible to print out the Favorites Folder?
  A: When the number of links in your favorites list becomes large, being able to print and manage the ...
Internet Connection9/13/2004
  Q: Our computer has a modem connection. It connects through juno web and works fine to surf the web. ...
  A: Juno has a reputation for disconnecting clients during the "busy" hours. Before downloading and/or ...
problem7/12/2004
  Q: when i logon to internet sometime i recive messege this is alligal oppration it will be shut down & ...
  A: With Internet Explorer opened, go to Tools, Internet Options, under the General tab click Delete ...
Making A Music Copy6/16/2004
  Q: I am trying to go from WMP to a folder. I tried draggin the files to a folder off of my copied CD, ...
  A: You can open Media Library, put the songs you want on a PlayList, from then on, you would open the ...
LocalNet6/8/2004
  Q: Sorry may have forgot to mention it, but LocalNet is now local to our area. And when i email them ...
  A: The following site shows that this ISP serves most of the US: http://www.localnet.com/coverage.cgi ...
LocalNet6/8/2004
  Q: Does anyone have Localnet as there ISP. It states they have been around since 1994. Are they ...
  A: I go along with your parents on this one, even thoughLocalnet is in most of the US. I would ...
Internet Problem for Win985/24/2004
  Q: Just yesterday we had a bad storm and the modem(Tower) came on by itself. We have a multi-outlet ...
  A: Sounds like the modem got "fried", sorry to say that. I would suggest purchasing a new modem, if you ...
scan disc2/3/2004
  Q: Lorry. Thx again for your quick reply to my recent question re scan disc//cleanup & defrag. One ...
  A: yes Automatically fix errors should be checked when you scan the disk. Glad to hear that you don't ...
system tools2/2/2004
  Q: I am 66 and trying to teach myself how to learn the computer so please bear with me. Is there any ...
  A: The first thing you want to do is run Disk Cleanup. The next would be to ScanDisk. Why? Why bother ...
help10/11/2003
  Q: mike asking another beginner's question! I'm assuming that when asked 'do you want to open this ...
  A: Let's say you downloaded a program, sometimes it is a good idea to save it to disk, that way you can ...
closing open programs!10/4/2003
  Q: lorry hi, i'm an absolute beginner! before down loading something from the net, i'm generally asked ...
  A: The icons for the programs that are running are located over by the Start button. The usual programs ...

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I have been using Windows since 1994. Since then, have and still do answer questions on this and other various sites and am a local computer tech.

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